Croatia is one of the countries in Europe that is known to be home to some of the stunning beaches. The country is offering a digital nomad visa. This
basically means that professionals who are not location bound can come to the country and work from there for a period of up to one year. How amazing, right? So, it's a good news for non EU/EEA/Swiss remote workers who want to legally live and work in Croatia. This is more like a temporary resident permit than a visa. Initially, the standard temporary stay was originally capped (with up to 18 months and rules for reapplication after gaps), as of March 2025, amendments to the Aliens Act allow non-EU digital nomads to legally reside in Croatia for up to three years under the broader digital nomad framework, subject to updated regulatory implementation. Now coming to the question of who's eligible for this temporary residence permit. Well, listed below is the eligibility criteria.
Eligibility criteria...
- The person should have some proof of remote work. It could be either in the form of an agreement or a contract.
- The person should also have a business registration if they are an independent worker.
- The person should also have a monthly income of at least €3,295 per month (Rs 3,34,215 approximately).
- A valid private health insurance covering the entire intended stay in Croatia is also needed.
- The person must also have a certificate (from the country of residence) certifying that they have not been convicted for any crime.
- The person must also carry a proof of accommodation.
- A valid passport for at least three months beyond the intended stay.
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How to apply for Croatia's digital nomad visa...
Documents needed:
- Proof of remote work
- Income proof
- Health insurance
- Clean criminal record
- Accommodation proof
You can apply online via the official website. Another option is you can submit your application to a Croatian embassy or in person at the local police station near your temporary residence in Croatia. The visa fee will be as follows: If applying at a diplomatic mission/consulate (abroad):
Granting temporary stay: €55.74 (Rs 5,653 approx.)
Long-term visa: €93 (Rs 9,433 approx.)
If applying within Croatia at a police administration or a police station, the prices may vary:
Granting temporary stay: €46.45 (Rs 4,711 approx.)
Administrative fee for biometric residence permit: €9.29 (Rs 942 approx.)
Biometric residence card: €31.85 (Rs 3,230 approx.)
Accelerated procedure total for residence card: €59.73 (Rs 6,058 approx.)
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Once approved, one has to register their temporary residence address within the required window, which is typically within 30 days or six months, depending on entry visa rules. If you enter the country immediately, you must register your address within 3 days. Besides, you also have to get the biometric card in person. For the same you will have to submit a photo/biometrics and pay the fees for it.
