Temporary Stay for Employment
Croatia
Last updated: December 24, 2025
3 years (renewable)
€46.45
2-3 months
High
About this Visa
This visa lets non-EU workers live and work in Croatia. You need a job offer from a Croatian employer before you apply. The visa is your official permission to stay and work legally. It's currently active, though the government made it stricter in March 2025 to prevent fraud. The visa allows you to work for a specific employer in a specific job. You get a temporary residence permit with full work rights. You can also bring your family and eventually apply for permanent residence or citizenship. The system is well-controlled now. If you meet the requirements, you can get approval. However, the government is strict about preventing fraud, especially for workers from countries with history of misusing visas.
Key Benefits
- Work legally in your job
- Bring spouse and children
- Health insurance coverage
- Travel throughout Schengen zone
- Path to permanent residence after 5 years
- Path to citizenship after 8 years
- Change jobs after 1 year
Eligibility & Requirements
Eligibility Criteria
- At least 18 years old
- Signed job offer from Croatian employer
- No criminal record
- Sufficient financial means
- Legal housing in Croatia
- Pass background check
- Job position that local and EU workers cannot fill
Financial Requirement
Employer must prove you earn at least EUR 735 per month (50% of Croatia's average salary). Self-employed workers need EUR 2,539 per month or EUR 30,471 in savings.
Documents
- Valid passportMust be valid for entire stay
- Employment contractSigned by employer and employee
- Criminal record certificateFrom your home country, legalized
- Health insurance proofValid in Croatia
- Bank statementsLast 3-6 months showing income
- Housing proofRental contract or employer letter
- Diplomas and certificatesEducation and work qualifications
- Biometric dataFingerprints and photo taken in Croatia
Disclaimer: The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or immigration advice. Visa requirements, fees, and processes change frequently. Please verify all information with official government sources and consult a qualified immigration attorney before making decisions.