Croatia Croatian temporary stay for digital nomads

Croatia's Ministry of the Interior describes temporary stay for digital nomads for up to eighteen months. The income threshold is indexed to official salary data and may change.

Route summary

Croatia's Ministry of the Interior describes temporary stay for digital nomads for up to eighteen months. The income threshold is indexed to official salary data and may change.

  • Published monthly threshold: €3622.5 (2.5 times the prior year's average monthly net salary; current MUP page lists €3,622.50 per month)
  • Published maximum stay: up to 18 months
  • In-country filing: the cited guidance describes an in-country route for eligible applicants

Documents and eligibility

  • Evidence of remote work for a company outside Croatia or the applicant's own foreign-registered company
  • Proof of means of subsistence
  • Health insurance
  • Criminal-record certificate
  • Address in Croatia

Effect on short stays elsewhere

Temporary stay authorizes residence in Croatia. Short stays in other Schengen states remain subject to their 90/180 limit.

The visa or residence permit's exact rights and validity depend on the national decision and the document issued. Follow the official instructions for your case.

Frequently asked questions

How long can Croatia grant temporary stay?

The Croatian Ministry of the Interior says temporary stay may be granted for up to eighteen months, possibly for a shorter period.

What monthly means figure does the ministry currently list?

The ministry's current page lists a minimum of €3,622.50 per month, based on 2.5 times the prior year's average monthly net salary. Recheck the page before applying because the indexed amount can change.

Who qualifies as a digital nomad under the Croatian rule?

The ministry describes a third-country national working remotely for a company or their own company that is not registered in Croatia, and who does not provide services to Croatian employers.

Official sources

Updated 2026-10-27. Information is general; the relevant authority decides each case.