Residence permit in Croatia

The Republic of Croatia is becoming more and more attractive every year, not only for traveling, but also for living and immigration. It beckons:

• beautiful landscapes;
• economic stability;
• European standard of living;
• low crime rate;
• quality educational and medical services;
• high level of social security;
• cultural diversity;
• soft climate;
• favorable conditions for doing business.

That's why people from CIS countries who once visited this country as tourists want to settle here their future life and get a residence permit. If this story is about you, then read on carefully. We have picked up some very valuable information about immigration to Croatia.

Croatian residence permit: advantages

Gaining a residence permit in Croatia gives its resident such advantages as:

• opportunity to legalize his/her residence status in the country;
• opportunity to do business in Croatia under attractive conditions;
• acquisition of Croatian citizenship after 5 years of legal residence in the country;
• access to quality medical and educational services;
• access to the official labor market and the possibility of accumulating work experience for local pensions, etc.
• opportunity to open an account in a local bank, as well as to apply for a loan or mortgage, etc.

Who can obtain a residence permit in Croatia?

A residence permit in Croatia can be obtained by any foreigner regardless of his/her nationality, origin and ethnicity. The main requirements for applying for a residence permit in Croatia include the following:

• no criminal record;
• no entry ban;
• no grounds for legal stay in the country for more than three months.

What are the grounds for obtaining a residence permit in Croatia?

Bases for obtaining a residence permit in Croatia can be:

1. Education.
2. Family reunification.
3. Legal employment.
4. Research or scientific activity in the country.
5. Remote work (e.g. in the IT field), freelancing or self-employment. (In this case, the applicant must reside in Croatia for more than 90 days).
6. Humanitarian reasons. 

What is the procedure for obtaining a residence permit in Croatia?

The residence permit in Croatia is issued for 1 year with the right to renew.

To obtain a residence permit in Croatia it is necessary:

• to document the purpose of your stay in the country;
• to have the means of subsistence (bank statement or contract with an employer);
• to have health insurance;
• to have a valid passport;
• not to pose a threat to the national security of the country and the health of others;
• not to have problems with the law, etc.
• To obtain a residence permit in Croatia it is necessary to obtain a residence permit in Croatia.

How can Ukrainians obtain a residence permit in Croatia?

Ukrainians can obtain a residence permit in Croatia also for the purpose of family reunification, study or work in this country, for humanitarian reasons, as well as, as "digital nomads", i.e. freelancers.

Because Ukraine has a visa-free regime with the Republic of Croatia, to come to this country Ukrainians do not need to make a special Schengen visa being on the territory of Ukraine. A citizen of Ukraine can draw up all the necessary documents for obtaining a residence permit in Croatia while staying in the country itself.

What documents are required to obtain a residence permit in Croatia?

To obtain a residence permit in Croatia you will need the following documents:

• A valid passport;
• Document of enrollment in training or work contract, or documents that confirm your relationship with a citizen or resident of Croatia;
• Bank statement;
• Medical insurance;
• Document of temporary registration of residence in the Republic of Croatia.

All documents must be translated into Croatian and notarized.

Where and how to get individual advice on immigration to Croatia?

If you have difficulties with obtaining a residence permit in Croatia or you want to get individual advice on immigration to Croatia, please contact our company. Our specialists will answer all your questions and find the best option of immigration to Croatia for you and your family.