Have you lived in Croatia with a valid temporary residence permit for 5 years or more? Then this post is for you. Once you hit that 5-year mark, the natural next step is to apply for permanent residency, called “stalni boravak” in Croatian. First, I’ll list the basic requirements then we’ll go over each one […]
Up until Croatia entered the European Union, it was near impossible to get a visa in Croatia as a non-EU national. Even after ascension, it is still very challenging to live here long term as a non-European citizen. However, Croatia now offers a temporary one-year visa for non-EU nationals. What is the catch? Well, there […]
As stated in several other posts like this one and this one, I have recommended that you do not open a business in Croatia for the sole purpose of getting a residence permit. It’s a bureaucracy-rampant money pit nightmare and, frankly, is not really worth it. If you’re reading this post, you don’t qualify for […]
Well, do you need a bank account? Yes and no. Let’s start from the beginning. Everyone who is in the visa process needs to have a bank account in Croatia. The Policija ask everyone, for the most part, to prove they have enough funds to support themselves. This amount varies by situation. It can be […]
This form is provided by the Policija for the registration of an address in Croatia. It is the first step in getting a visa. Get more info on how to register your address with the MUP here. You should not need to bring the form with you, as it will be provided to you. This copy […]
Every vistor to Croatia is required to register their stay with the police. If you stay in a hotel or an official apartment, the owner or caretaker handles this for you (which is why they ask for your passport). Naturally, this isn't enforced for people who are staying with friends or camping. Don't worry, you […]
After submitting all of the paperwork for a Croatian visa and attending your interview with the Policija, there are still a few more steps before receiving visa. Once all of your documents are evaluated by the police case worker, the Policija will contact you to let you know whether or not your application has been approved. However, […]
If you are not a Croatian citizen and wish to stay in Croatia longer than 90 days (or the term set for your nationality), then you’ll need to apply for a long-term visa. There are several types of visas available that vary depending on your nationality, heritage and purpose of your stay. Before going to […]
What is an OIB? OIB stands for “osobni identifikacijski broj”. It is a personal identification number given to residents and citizens in Croatia, similar to a social security number in the United States. The OIB consists of eleven random numbers that do not correlate to your personal identity for security purposes. When you get an OIB, […]
You're in the system. You've run around town like mad to get all the necessary pieces together for your visa application. You've provided the Policija with all of your documents and forms. Now, you are waiting patiently for official approval to stay in Croatia beyond the obligatory 90 days. There is still one more hurdle: the […]
