Temporary stay of digital nomads
Croatia grants temporary stay to non-EU nationals who work remotely through communication technology for a foreign employer or their own foreign company. They must not work for Croatian employers. The stay lasts up to 18 months, and close family can join.
Life in Croatia
Money
3
Currency
Euro
EUR
Euro
Cost of living
59
Price level · US = 100
World Bank price levels, 2025
Tax
15–33%
Income tax (national)
VAT 25%
Local governments set a lower rate (15-23%) up to EUR 60,000 a year and a higher rate (25-33%) above it; default 20%/30% if no decision. Basic personal allowance applies.
Living
1
Happiness
#68 of 145 countries
World Happiness Report 2025
Your edge here Members
What gives you an edge here: passports, visas and permits you hold, work, study, language and family ties
Who it’s for
Remote employees and owners of foreign-registered companies who want to live in Croatia while working for clients or employers outside Croatia.
Eligibility
Third-country national
Open to non-EU/EEA/Swiss citizens.
Remote work for a foreign entity
You work through communication technology for a company or your own company not registered in Croatia.
No Croatian work
You must not work for or provide services to employers in Croatia.
A sneak peek at what's inside
- Next requirementMeans of subsistence
- Document checklistForm 1a or online application
- FeesTemporary stay (at a mission)
The full requirements are for members
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- 5 more requirements
- 9 documents
- 6 fees
- 7 steps
- Processing times and conditions
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Other routes to Croatia
- Visit & tourismSchengen tourist & business visa
- StudyTemporary stay for the purpose of university studies
- Work permitsStay and work permit (single permit) for employment
