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Croatia Digital Nomad Visa
Digital Nomad Residence Permit
Croatia was an early mover on remote-work permits, and as a Schengen and EU member it’s a popular base on the Adriatic. A key quirk: the permit can’t be renewed back-to-back — you must spend time outside before reapplying.
Income requirement
About €3,622.50/month (2.5× the average Croatian net salary), raised in spring 2026.
How long it lasts
Up to 1 year, not consecutively renewable (a cooling-off period applies before you can reapply).
Processing time
Usually a few weeks once documents are submitted.
Cost
Roughly €60–110 in fees, plus the cost of the residence card.
Almost every nomad visa needs health insurance
Most applications require proof of valid medical cover for your whole stay. Nomad-friendly travel insurance is the simplest way to meet it.
Get nomad travel insuranceCroatia digital nomad visa requirements
- Non-EU/EEA/Swiss nationality
- Proof of remote income ~€3,622.50/month (or sufficient savings)
- Proof you work remotely for a non-Croatian company or your own company abroad
- Health insurance valid in Croatia
- Clean criminal record and proof of accommodation
How to get a digital nomad visa in Croatia
- 1Apply online, at a Croatian consulate, or in-country at a police station
- 2Submit income proof, a remote-work statement, insurance and a criminal-record check
- 3Once approved, register your address and collect your biometric residence card
- 4Plan your departure before the permit ends, as it isn’t consecutively renewable
Cost
Roughly €60–110 in fees, plus the cost of the residence card.
Money proof
Alternatively, show savings covering the stay — about €39,540 for 12 months.
Tax — read before you commit
Income earned through the digital nomad permit is generally exempt from Croatian income tax — a notable advantage. Confirm your personal position with an adviser.
Set up for working remotely in Croatia
Two things every nomad sorts on day one — data the moment you land, and a VPN for café and coworking WiFi.
Apply at the official source: Croatia — Ministry of the Interior (mup.gov.hr)
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Plan my trip — freeCroatia digital nomad visa — FAQs
What is the income requirement for Croatia’s digital nomad permit?
About €3,622.50 per month for 2026 — set at 2.5× the average Croatian net salary and raised in spring 2026 — or sufficient savings (around €39,540 for a year).
Can I renew Croatia’s digital nomad residence permit?
Not back-to-back — it’s issued for up to a year and can’t be renewed consecutively, so you must spend time outside Croatia before applying again.
Do digital nomads pay income tax in Croatia?
Income earned under the digital nomad permit is generally exempt from Croatian income tax, but confirm your specific situation with a tax professional.
Can I bring family on the Croatia digital nomad permit?
Yes — close family members can apply to join you, with additional income shown per dependant.
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Last checked June 2026. Visa rules and income thresholds change often — many are tied to local wages and adjust yearly. This is general information, not legal or immigration advice; always confirm the current requirements at the official source above before applying or booking. Some links are affiliate links; Wavvia may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.