🇭🇷 Croatia · Humanitarian
Subsidiary Protection — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Health insurance | Required (valid in-country) |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €0 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 36 months.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://mup.gov.hr/aliens-281621/international-protection/281624.
- Typical processing: ~180 days.
Frequently asked
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.
Health insurance
“you must obtain health insurance”
https://mup.gov.hr/aliens-281621/international-protection/281624 · verified 2026-06-21
Application fee
https://mup.gov.hr/aliens-281621/international-protection/281624 · verified 2026-06-21
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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.