🇭🇷 Croatia · Digital nomad
Digital Nomad Temporary Stay (Croatia DNV) — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €3,622 |
| Proof of savings | €43,470 |
| Health insurance | Required (valid in-country) |
| Criminal record | Clean record / police clearance |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €106 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 18 months. Does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Who can apply
Open to all nationalities.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://mup.gov.hr/aliens-281621/temporary-stay-of-digital-nomads-286853/286853.
- Typical processing: ~90 days.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €3,622.
Does this visa lead to permanent residence?
No — it does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Do I need health insurance?
Yes — valid health insurance in the country is required.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
“the amount required on a monthly basis is a minimum of 3.622,50 EUR which can be shown through a bank statement”
“proof of health insurance for the period of time that you plan to be in Croatia”
“Temporary stay is granted for up to a maximum of eighteen months (possibly even less).”
Not sure if you qualify?
Get a free, source-backed verdict on every route you're eligible for — in 3 minutes.
Get Your Free Verdict →Other Croatia routes
Citizenship by Croatian Descent / Croatian People (Art. 16) — Croatia: requirements, costs & how to apply (2026)Citizenship by Descent — Emigrants and Descendants (Art. 11) — Croatia: requirements, costs & how to apply (2026)EU Blue Card (Highly-Qualified Third-Country National) — Croatia: requirements, costs & how to apply (2026)Intra-Corporate Transferee Permit (ICT — Manager/Specialist) — Croatia: requirements, costs & how to apply (2026)Intra-Corporate Transferee Permit (ICT — Trainee) — Croatia: requirements, costs & how to apply (2026)Posted Worker Stay and Work Permit — Croatia: requirements, costs & how to apply (2026)Stay and Work Permit (Single Permit, employer-sponsored) — Croatia: requirements, costs & how to apply (2026)Self-Employed / Company-Founder Stay and Work Permit — Croatia: requirements, costs & how to apply (2026)Compare all Digital nomad programs →
More about emigrating to Croatia →
Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-21.