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Temporary Residence Permit (Boravišna iskaznica)
Croatia
Last verified: 2026-02-20
Fees, fines, and deadlines are approximate. Always verify with official sources.
Key Registrations & Procedures
Temporary Residence Permit (Boravišna iskaznica)
Deadline: Apply within 90 days if planning to stay longer than 3 months
Processing Time: 30–60 days processing
Fees: €35 for the residence card; €30 for biometric photo if taken at the police station
Appointment: Appointment required in Zagreb (book online). Walk-in available in smaller cities.
Required Documents:
- Valid passport or national ID card
- Completed application form (Obrazac 1)
- Proof of accommodation (rental contract with landlord's legalized signature)
- Proof of employment (work contract) OR proof of self-employment OR proof of sufficient funds (bank statement showing ~€500/month)
- Health insurance coverage proof (EHIC or Croatian HZZO enrollment)
- Passport-sized biometric photo
Where to Do It:
Police Administration office in the city where you reside. In Zagreb: MUP, Foreigners Department, Petrinjska 30. In Split: Policijska uprava Splitsko-dalmatinska. Online application also possible via e-Građani portal.
If You Don't Do It:
Fines of approximately €260–€1,320 for overstaying without a permit. May be ordered to leave Croatia. May not be able to legally work or access Croatian healthcare without it.
Regional Variations: Zagreb main office handles the most applications; longer wait times expected.
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