The Croatian Digital Nomad Visa gained significant media attention in 2021, and the processes, forms, and legislation have been thoroughly established. This visa provides a cost-effective option for digital nomads to live and work remotely in Europe. It is technically classified as a temporary residency permit rather than a traditional visa. Applicants have the flexibility to apply while already in Croatia or through Croatian consulates and embassies located abroad.
Visa category Digital
Nomad Visa
What are the visa fees/charges?
• Cost for applying through Embassy/ Consulate: EUR60
• Costs of applying through police station:
– Granting temporary stay: EUR45
– Administrative fees: EUR10
– Residence Card: EUR30, EUR60 for urgent issues
• Costs of applying online:
– Administrative fees: EUR45
– Residence Permit: EUR30, EUR60 for urgent issues
Is there a minimum income threshold applicable for digital nomad/remote work visa?
• Yes – For individual: 17.822,50 Kuna per month
• For every additional family member: 712,90 Kuna per month
Are digital nomad/remote work visa holders subject to income tax?
No, personal income tax will not be payable on receipts of natural persons earned on the basis of employment or conducting work for a party which is not registered in Croatia, on
the basis of the acquired status of the digital nomad
Are digital nomad/remote work visa holders subject to social security contributions?
No, same as for the personal income tax taxation, social security will not be payable on receipts of natural persons earned on the basis of employment or conducting work for a
party which is not registered in Croatia, on the basis of the acquired status of the digital nomad
Is there Double Taxation Agreement (DTA) relief available in the country?
Yes
Is there an income tax requirement in the country, in general?
Yes
Is there a social security requirement in the country, in general?
Yes
Are criminal checks required for this visa?
Applicants must submit a background check document showing that they have not been convicted of criminal offenses in their home country, or from country where they have stayed for more than a year
For how long is the digital nomad/remote work visa valid?
1 year
Is the applicant bound to any work restraints/limitations?
• Allows digital nomads, remote workers, and freelancers to stay in Croatia
• The applicant must be a third-country national and working for a company that is registered abroad, not in Croatia
What are the standard requirements for the digital nomad/remote work visa?
Required documents For Croatia Digital Nomad Visa:
• Application form
• Proof travel purpose
• Must hold a passport valid for more than 3 months, passports must be notarized and translated to Croatian if the passport is not in English language
• Must hold a health insurance policy which covers the entire duration of intended stay at Croatia
• Marriage certificate (for a family member of a digital nomad)
• Address of stay in Croatia
• Proof of sufficient funds to support themselves
Which countries are eligible to apply for the digital nomad/ remote work visa?
• Digital nomad visa is available for non-EEA nationals only
• We note that citizens of some non-EEA countries require an entry visa for Croatia, which is merely an approval to enter Croatian territory and should not be mistaken for a digital
nomad visa
Is applicant required to provide proof of employment?
Applicant requires to submit some documents to prove he is planning to work remotely in
Croatia:
• A letter from employer
• An employment contract with a foreign employer
• For businessmen: Copy of registration of the company and the proof to perform work through own company
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