Croatia

Documents you need to travel in Europe
Health cover for temporary stays

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You can find the latest information on air travel regulations for this country on the IATA website.

You can also find information about your passenger rights on our portal for citizens.

Entering this country with the EU Digital COVID certificate

All travellers aged 12 and older can enter Croatia if their ‘EU Digital COVID Certificate’ contains one of the following:

Proof of vaccination. Validity: 270 days. Accepted vaccines: Pfizer, Moderna, AstaZeneca, Gamaleya, Sinopharm,Novavax, Covishield, Bharat Biotech - Covaxin, Sinovac – CoronaVac.
Proof of recovery from COVID-19 and proof of a single dose of vaccine if 14 days have elapsed and not more than 270 days have passed since receipt of that single dose. Ie: presentation of positive PCR or rapid antigen a test confirming that the person has recovered from SARS-CoV-2 infection, which test was performed 180 days ago and is older than 11 days from the date of arrival at the border crossing or with the presentation of a certificate of COVID-19 disease, issued by a physician.
Negative result on molecular test before departure (valid for 72 hours) or rapid antigen test (valid for 24 hours) from the moment of testing until arrival at the border crossing.

Entering this country without the EU Digital COVID certificate or with a certificate not compliant with national requirements

Documents equivalent to the ‘EU Digital COVID Certificate’ (EUDCC) in English are also accepted, if they meet the same requirements listed above for the EUDCC.

Learn more:

What are the rules to enter this country from outside an EU Member State or Schengen Associated country?

Entry requirements depend on which EU Member State the traveller comes from or from which third country he enters the Republic of Croatia.

Travellers must provide all the following documents:

Proof of full vaccination.
Validity: 270 days. Accepted vaccines: Pfizer, Moderna, AstaZeneca, Gamaleya, Sinopharm, Novavax, Covishield, Bharat Biotech - Covaxin, Sinovac – CoronaVac.

Proof of recovery from COVID-19 and proof of a single dose of vaccine if 14 days have elapsed and not more than 270 days have passed since receipt of that single dose. Ie: presentation of positive PCR or rapid antigen a test confirming that the person has recovered from SARS-CoV-2 infection, which test was performed 180 days ago and is older than 11 days from the date of arrival at the border crossing or with the presentation of a certificate of COVID-19 disease, issued by a physician.

A negative result to a pre-departure test.
Accepted tests: molecular (PCR) test, valid 72 hours, and rapid antigen tests, valid 24 hours.

Travellers can provide proof of vaccination, proof of recovery from COVID-19 or the negative test result with one of the following:

A valid ‘EU Digital COVID Certificate’ (EUDCC), meeting the critera listed above
Certificates meeting the same requirements listed for the EUDCC (in English)

It is recommended for all passengers to complete ENTERCROATIA before departure.

Children younger than 12, travelling with their parents/guardians, are exempt from quarantine and testing requirements if the parents/guardians have a valid EUDCC or a proof of vaccination or recovery from COVID-19, or negative PCR/rapid antigen test.

Learn more:

May I transit this country?

YES

If you are travelling through Croatia to another country, please note that there are specific guidelines in place regarding this. Travel is limited to the main highways and stops are limited. All transiting passengers are instructed to follow the guidance provided by the border control officers. A map of approved roadways may be found here (currently only in Croatian).

Passengers in transit may travel through the Republic of Croatia provided that it is possible to enter or transit through the neighbouring country. During transit, the shortest traffic routes should be used without undue delay, including the motorway where possible. It is necessary to leave the Republic of Croatia as soon as possible and no longer than 12 hours from the moment of entry, which will be checked by the border police.

Please note that passengers allowed entry to Croatia, as well as Croatian citizens transiting via Neum will not be subject to any additional requirements and can freely travel to and from southern Croatia by car.

General measures

Information on the situation in the country is available on the National Platform for emergency preparedness, and on the official website on COVID-19 information.

Important: In Croatia, the ‘EU Digital COVID Certificate’ (EUDCC) is required to access the following public spaces:

Night clubs
Night bars
Disco bars
Disco clubs

To be valid, the EUDCC must contain one of the following:

Proof of full vaccination. Accepted vaccines: Janssen, AstraZeneca, Moderna, Pfizer.
Proof of recovery from COVID-19. Validity: 180 days.
Negative molecular (valid 72 hours) or antigen test (valid 24 hours) result.

Citizens of countries that do not issue the EUDCC should provide equivalent certificates, in English and in the language of the issuing country.

Travellers are strongly advised to carry relevant certificates at all times.

Use of facemasks

The use of facemasks is mandatory in all indoor and outdoor public spaces, including public transport. Exemptions:

People working alone in the office.
TV presenters and their guests, and representatives of religious cults during services. People must keep a distance of 2 metres from each other.

Physical Distancing

Outdoors, 1.5 metres social distancing must be respected. Indoors, the minimum distance should be 2 metres. People must use facemasks or medical masks outdoors when it is not possible to maintain physical distance.

Safety measures for public transportation

In all forms of public transport, facemasks are mandatory for drivers, employees and passengers. Also, social distance should be maintained as much as possible, as well as ventilation and disinfection. Please note that public transport capacity is reduced.

Non-essential (other than medicine and food) shops

OPEN WITH LIMITATIONS

OPEN

Shops are open, but the general public health recommendations on physical distancing, personal hygiene and disinfection should be maintained. At least 4 square metres of space for each customer must be secured.

Tourist accommodations

OPEN WITH LIMITATIONS

OPEN

Hotels are open, although seasonal hotel and accommodation closures unrelated to the current epidemiological situation are common across Croatia. Check with the hotel or accommodation provider when booking as to their dates of operation. Please note, all accommodation facilities are required to prescribe to the recommended health and safety procedures that may be found here.

Catering establishments

YES

OPEN

Outdoor terraces of all catering facilities (including cafes and restaurants) all allowed to work from 6 AM to 12 AM.

Indoor service is available at restaurants and pastry shops, however this provision currently does not apply to cafes and bars. Bakeries and shops selling bread and bakery products can be open until 12 AM.

As an exception to the anti-epidemic measure, catering facilities such as night club, night bar, disco bar and disco club from the category "Bars" are allowed to work and serve all guests without working hours, but only in open spaces and provided that the entrance to their premises allowed only to persons holding an EU digital COVID certificate (guests, staff, contractors, etc.).

Cinemas, museums and indoor attractions

OPEN WITH LIMITATIONS

Special measures have been enacted to limit the number of visitors to certain tourist attractions. Before visiting, check the restrictions on the destination’s website.

All nighclubs are closed until further notice. Slot machine clubs, betting points and casinos are allowed to work until 12 AM.

Personal care services

OPEN

OPEN

Gyms, fitness, and sport recreation centres are opened as long as the general public health recommendations are respected. Other personal care services are available, as long as the general public health recommendations are also respected.

Outdoors areas and beaches

OPEN

Beaches and thermal spas are open for public use, again keeping in mind that health and safety, as well as any social distancing measures in effect at the time will apply. Outdoor and indoor sports and recreation is allowed (except school gyms), pools and tented sporting facilities are open.
Parks and zoos are still open, however health and safety measures, as well as social distancing guidelines still apply. The Zagreb Zoo is open to the public as well as National Parks and Nature Parks, and they continue to adhere to the prescribed and applicable health and safety measures.

Health protocols for tourism services and tourists

Health services

Anti-epidemic measures of the Croating Institute of Public Health for health care institutions are applied
Guarantee of cooperation with partners who have a safety label

National website with coronavirus-related information for TOURISM

CROATIA.HR
SAFESTAYINCROATIA.HR (safety measures for various tourist services)

Useful Info for tourists

Border crossing procedures: UZG COVID
COVID-19 testing locations
Enter Croatia (on-line form for faster tourist entry to Croatia)

________________________________________________________________________

25.02.2022

What are the rules to enter this country from an EU Member State or Schengen Associated country?

Document checklist:

Travellers must provide all the following documents:

ENTERCROATIA: all travellers must fill it prior to departure.
Proof of vaccination or recovery from COVID-19 or negative result to a pre-departure molecular (valid 72 hours) or rapid antigen test (valid 48 hours).

Entry rules

Entry requirements depend on Croatia own national classification of risk areas.

Children younger than 12, travelling with their parents/guardians, are exempt from quarantine and testing requirements.

Entering this country with the EU Digital COVID certificate

All travellers aged 12 and older can enter Croatia if their ‘EU Digital COVID Certificate’ contains one of the following:

Proof of vaccination, completed at least:

from the day of the second dose, or from 14 days after the single dose for the Johnson&Johnson vaccine. Validity: 365 days.
after one dose of any accepted vaccine, for people who have recovered from COVID-19 within twelve months from contracting the disease. Validity: 365 days.
between 22 and 42 days from the first dose of the Pfizer, Moderna or Gamaleya vaccine
between 22 and 84 days from the first dose of the AstraZeneca vaccine

Accepted vaccines: Pfizer, Moderna, AstraZeneca, Johnson&Johnson, Gamaleya, Sinopharm

Proof of recovery from COVID-19. Validity: 180 days.
Negative result to a pre-departure molecular test (valid 72 hours) or rapid antigen test (valid 48 hours).

Entering this country without the EU Digital COVID certificate or with a certificate not compliant with national requirements

Documents equivalent to the ‘EU Digital COVID Certificate’ (EUDCC) in English are also accepted, if they meet the same requirements listed above for the EUDCC.

Learn more:

Documents you need to travel in Europe
Health cover for temporary stays

______________________

You can find the latest information on air travel regulations for this country on the IATA website.

You can also find information about your passenger rights on our portal for citizens.

What are the rules to enter this country from outside an EU Member State or Schengen Associated country?

Entry rules

Entry requirements depend on Croatia own national classification of risk areas.

Children younger than 12, travelling with their parents/guardians, are exempt from quarantine and testing requirements.

Document checklist:

Travellers must provide all the following documents:

ENTERCROATIA: all travellers must fill it prior to departure.
Proof of vaccination, completed at least:

from the day of the second dose, or from 14 days after the single dose for the Johnson&Johnson vaccine. Validity: 365 days.
after one dose of any accepted vaccine, for people who have recovered from COVID-19 within twelve months from contracting the disease. Validity: 365 days.
between 22 and 42 days from the first dose of the Pfizer, Moderna or Gamaleya vaccine
between 22 and 84 days from the first dose of the AstraZeneca vaccine

Accepted vaccines: Pfizer, Moderna, AstraZeneca, Johnson&Johnson, Gamaleya, Sinopharm

Or

Proof of recovery from COVID-19. Validity: 180 days.

Or

Negative result to a pre-departure molecular test (valid 72 hours) or rapid antigen test (valid 48 hours).

May I transit this country?

YES

If you are travelling through Croatia to another country, please note that there are specific guidelines in place regarding this. Travel is limited to the main highways and stops are limited. All transiting passengers are instructed to follow the guidance provided by the border control officers. A map of approved roadways may be found here (currently only in Croatian).

Passengers in transit may travel through the Republic of Croatia provided that it is possible to enter or transit through the neighbouring country. During transit, the shortest traffic routes should be used without undue delay, including the motorway where possible. It is necessary to leave the Republic of Croatia as soon as possible and no longer than 12 hours from the moment of entry, which will be checked by the border police.

Please note that passengers allowed entry to Croatia, as well as Croatian citizens transiting via Neum will not be subject to any additional requirements and can freely travel to and from southern Croatia by car.

Passengers in transit do NOT need to fill out the form ENTERCROATIA.

General measures

Information on the situation in the country is available on the National Platform for emergency preparedness, and on the official website on COVID-19 information.

Important: In Croatia, the ‘EU Digital COVID Certificate’ (EUDCC) is required to access the following public spaces:

Night clubs
Night bars
Disco bars
Disco clubs

To be valid, the EUDCC must contain one of the following:

Proof of full vaccination. Accepted vaccines: Janssen, AstraZeneca, Moderna, Pfizer.
Proof of recovery from COVID-19. Validity: 180 days.
Negative molecular (valid 72 hours) or antigen test (valid 24 hours) result.

Citizens of countries that do not issue the EUDCC should provide equivalent certificates, in English and in the language of the issuing country.

Travellers are strongly advised to carry relevant certificates at all times.

Use of facemasks

The use of facemasks is mandatory in all indoor and outdoor public spaces, including public transport. Exemptions:

People working alone in the office.
TV presenters and their guests, and representatives of religious cults during services. People must keep a distance of 2 metres from each other.

Physical Distancing

Outdoors, 1.5 metres social distancing must be respected. Indoors, the minimum distance should be 2 metres. People must use facemasks or medical masks outdoors when it is not possible to maintain physical distance.

Safety measures for public transportation

In all forms of public transport, facemasks are mandatory for drivers, employees and passengers. Also, social distance should be maintained as much as possible, as well as ventilation and disinfection. Please note that public transport capacity is reduced.

Places of worship

OPEN WITH LIMITATIONS

Religious activities and services can be carried out inside and outside places of worship, provided they adhere to strict health protocols. Amateur choirs, including church choirs, are not allowed to rehearse. It is still recommended that mass services take place remotely (online, radio, television).

It is compulsory to:

Wear a facemask, except for religious representatives during services.

Non-essential (other than medicine and food) shops

OPEN WITH LIMITATIONS

OPEN

Shops are open, but the general public health recommendations on physical distancing, personal hygiene and disinfection should be maintained. At least 4 square metres of space for each customer must be secured.

Tourist accommodations

OPEN WITH LIMITATIONS

OPEN

Hotels are open, although seasonal hotel and accommodation closures unrelated to the current epidemiological situation are common across Croatia. Check with the hotel or accommodation provider when booking as to their dates of operation. Please note, all accommodation facilities are required to prescribe to the recommended health and safety procedures that may be found here.

Catering establishments

YES

OPEN

Outdoor terraces of all catering facilities (including cafes and restaurants) all allowed to work from 6 AM to 12 AM.

Indoor service is available at restaurants and pastry shops, however this provision currently does not apply to cafes and bars. Bakeries and shops selling bread and bakery products can be open until 12 AM.

As an exception to the anti-epidemic measure, catering facilities such as night club, night bar, disco bar and disco club from the category "Bars" are allowed to work and serve all guests without working hours, but only in open spaces and provided that the entrance to their premises allowed only to persons holding an EU digital COVID certificate (guests, staff, contractors, etc.).

Cinemas, museums and indoor attractions

OPEN WITH LIMITATIONS

Special measures have been enacted to limit the number of visitors to certain tourist attractions. Before visiting, check the restrictions on the destination’s website.

All nighclubs are closed until further notice. Slot machine clubs, betting points and casinos are allowed to work until 12 AM.

Personal care services

OPEN

OPEN

Gyms, fitness, and sport recreation centres are opened as long as the general public health recommendations are respected. Other personal care services are available, as long as the general public health recommendations are also respected.

Outdoors areas and beaches

OPEN

Beaches and thermal spas are open for public use, again keeping in mind that health and safety, as well as any social distancing measures in effect at the time will apply. Outdoor and indoor sports and recreation is allowed (except school gyms), pools and tented sporting facilities are open.
Parks and zoos are still open, however health and safety measures, as well as social distancing guidelines still apply. The Zagreb Zoo is open to the public as well as National Parks and Nature Parks, and they continue to adhere to the prescribed and applicable health and safety measures.

Health protocols for tourism services and tourists

Health services

Anti-epidemic measures of the Croating Institute of Public Health for health care institutions are applied
Guarantee of cooperation with partners who have a safety label

Information on Tourism at National level

National website with coronavirus-related information for TOURISM

CROATIA.HR
SAFESTAYINCROATIA.HR (safety measures for various tourist services)

Useful Info for tourists

Border crossing procedures: UZG COVID
COVID-19 testing locations
Enter Croatia (on-line form for faster tourist entry to Croatia)

Are you a digital nomad, interested in applying for residency/work in Croatia?
If you are looking for a place to set up shop away from home, make Croatia your new office.

Find out more:
request for temporary stay
Croatia – your new office.

____________________________________________________________________________

21.01.2022

EU Digital COVID Certificates

Information on EU Digital COVID Certificates issued in Croatia

In Croatia, the ‘EU Digital COVID Certificate’ (EUDCC) is not required to access public spaces, such as bars and restaurants, museums, swimming pools, large events, and some means of public transport. Please, consult the measures section for further details. Travellers are strongly advised to always carry relevant certificates.

The EU Digital COVID Certificate Regulation entered into force on 01 July 2021. EU citizens and residents will now be able to have their Digital COVID Certificates issued and verified across the EU. National authorities are in charge of issuing the certificate.

The certificate provides a standardised recognition of the holder's status related to vaccination, recovery from Covid-19, or test result. Despite the European Digital COVID Certificate, each country continues to be responsible for the definition of its own entry requirements and rules, which are not standardised at the EU level. This means that what is required to enter upon presentation of this certificate, depends on the measures and entry rules in place at your destination.

What are the rules to enter this country from an EU Member State or Schengen Associated country?

Document checklist:

Travellers must provide all the following documents:

ENTERCROATIA: all travellers must fill it prior to departure.
Valid EU Digital COVID Certificate
- negative PCR test result or rapid antigen test result – RAT. The PCR test result must not be older than 72 hours and the RAT test result must not be older than 48 hours.
- certificate that they have received two doses of vaccineused in the EU Member States (Pfizer, Moderna, AstaZeneca, Gamaleya, Sinopharm) or vaccines approved by the World Health Organization for emergency use (Serum Institute of India - Covishield, Bharat Biotech - Covaxin, Sinovac - CoronaVac) not older than 365 days, or a certificate that they have received one dose of the vaccine if the vaccine is administered in a single dose (Janssen/Johnson&Johnson) not older than 365 days, provided that 14 days have passed since they received the single dose.
- certificate showing that they have received the first dose of the Pfizer, Moderna or Gamaleya vaccine, on the basis of which they can enter the Republic of Croatia in the period of 22 to 42 days from receiving the vaccine, or 22 to 84 days from receiving the first dose of the AstraZeneca vaccine;.
- certificate showing that they have recovered from COVID-19 and have received one dose of vaccine used in EU Member States (Pfizer, Moderna, AstaZeneca, Gamaleya, Sinopharm) within eight months from contracting the disease, provided that the vaccine was administered less than 356 days from their arrival at the border crossing point.
- positive PCR test result or rapid antigen test result, that the holder recovered from the SARS-CoV-2 virus infection, which was performed in the previous 365 days and which is older than 11 days from the date of arrival at the border crossing point, or a medical certificate of recovery.
- or if they perform PCR testing orrapid antigen testing immediately upon their arrival in the Republic of Croatia, with the obligation to stay in self-isolation until they obtain a negative test result. In case they cannot get tested, they have to self-isolate for ten days.

Entry rules

Entry requirements depend on the colour attributed to the country of departure, according to Croatia own national classification of risk areas: from an EU/EEA member state and third-country nationals.

Children younger than 12, travelling with their parents/guardians, are exempt from quarantine and testing requirements.

Entering this country with the EU Digital COVID certificate

All travellers aged 12 and older can enter Croatia if their ‘EU Digital COVID Certificate’ contains one of the following:

Proof of full vaccination, completed at least:

from the day of the second dose, or from 14 days after the single dose for the Johnson&Johnson vaccine. Validity: 365 days;
after one dose of any accepted vaccine, for people who have recovered from COVID-19 within twelve months from contracting the disease. Validity: 365 days.
between 22 and 42 days from the first dose of the Pfizer, Moderna or Gamaleya vaccine
between 22 and 84 days from the first dose of the AstraZeneca vaccine

Accepted vaccines: Pfizer, Moderna, AstraZeneca, Johnson&Johnson, Gamaleya, Sinopharm

Proof of recovery from COVID-19 and that they have received on dose of vaccin within twelve months from contracting the disease, provided that the vaccine was administered less than 365 days from their arrival at the bordel crossing point.
Proof of recovery from COVID-19 or medical certificate of recovery.
Negative result to a pre-departure molecular test (valid 72 hours) or rapid antigen test (valid 48 hours).
PCR or rapid antigen test test upon arrival, with the obligation to stay in self-isolation until the arrival of the negative result. If testing cannot be performed, a 10-day quarantine is imposed.

Entering this country without the EU Digital COVID certificate or with a certificate not compliant with national requirements

Documents equivalent to the “EU Digital COVID Certificate’ (EUDCC) in English are also accepted for all travellers arriving from the countries of the European Union or from a Schengen Associated Country, if they meet the same requirements listed above for the EUDCC.

Learn more:

What are the rules to enter this country from outside an EU Member State or Schengen Associated country?

Entry rules

Entry requirements depend on the colour attributed to the country of departure, according to Croatia own national classification of risk areas: from an EU/EEA member state and third-country nationals.

Children younger than 12, travelling with their parents/guardians, are exempt from quarantine and testing requirements.

Document checklist:

Travellers must provide all the following documents:

ENTERCROATIA: all travellers must fill it prior to departure.
Proof of full vaccination, completed at least:

from the day of the second dose, or from 14 days after the single dose for the Johnson&Johnson vaccine. Validity: 365 days.
after one dose of any accepted vaccine, for people who have recovered from COVID-19 within twelve months from contracting the disease. Validity: 365 days.
between 22 and 42 days from the first dose of the Pfizer, Moderna or Gamaleya vaccine.
between 22 and 84 days from the first dose of the AstraZeneca vaccine.

Accepted vaccines: Pfizer, Moderna, AstraZeneca, Johnson&Johnson, Gamaleya, Sinopharm

Or

Proof that they have received the first dose of the Pfizer, Moderna or Gamaleya vaccine, on the basis of which they can enter the Republic of Croatia in the period of 22 to 42 days from receiving the vaccine, or 22 to 84 days from receiving the first dose of the AstraZeneca vaccine.

Or

Proof of recovery from COVID-19 and that they have received on dose of vaccin within twelve months from contracting the disease, provided that the vaccine was administered less than 365 days from their arrival at the bordel crossing point.

Or

Proof of recovery from COVID-19 or medical certificate of recovery.

Or

Negative result to a pre-departure molecular test (valid 72 hours) or rapid antigen test (valid 48 hours).

Or

PCR or rapid antigen test test upon arrival, with the obligation to stay in self-isolation until the arrival of the negative result. If testing cannot be performed, a 10-day quarantine is imposed.

Learn more:

Documents you need to travel in Europe
Health cover for temporary stays

______________________

You can find the latest information on air travel regulations for this country on the IATA website.

You can also find information about your passenger rights on our portal for citizens.

What are the rules if I go abroad from this country, and when I return from abroad?

Please refer to the previous sections for travel conditions depending on your situation.

May I transit this country?

YES

If you are travelling through Croatia to another country, please note that there are specific guidelines in place regarding this. Travel is limited to the main highways and stops are limited. All transiting passengers are instructed to follow the guidance provided by the border control officers. A map of approved roadways may be found here (currently only in Croatian).

Passengers in transit may travel through the Republic of Croatia provided that it is possible to enter or transit through the neighbouring country. During transit, the shortest traffic routes should be used without undue delay, including the motorway where possible. It is necessary to leave the Republic of Croatia as soon as possible and no longer than 12 hours from the moment of entry, which will be checked by the border police.

Please note that passengers allowed entry to Croatia, as well as Croatian citizens transiting via Neum will not be subject to any additional requirements and can freely travel to and from southern Croatia by car.

Passengers in transit do NOT need to fill out the form ENTERCROATIA.

General measures

Information on the situation in the country is available on the National Platform for emergency preparedness, and on the official website on COVID-19 information.

In case you identify any symptoms that are similar to the mild flu-like symptoms, such as: fever, cough, shortness of breath, muscle pain and fatigue, or you had a close contact with a confirmed or suspected case of coronavirus infection, immediately call your doctor or epidemiological service,, also you can contact one of tourist ambulances, contacts can be found here. Describe your symptoms and follow their advice. We suggest calling by phone before going to the doctor's office.

The Croatian Institute of Public Health has also issued a protocol for local municipalities and accommodation providers should any guest show symptoms of Covid-19. The protocol may be found here. Should you be visiting Croatia and exhibit any symptoms, please let your accommodation provider know immediately, in order to ensure health and safety protocol is followed.

Use of facemasks

The use of facemasks is mandatory in all indoor and outdoor public spaces, including public transport. Exemptions:

People working alone in the office.
TV presenters and their guests, and representatives of religious cults during services. People must keep a distance of 2 metres from each other.

Physical Distancing

Outdoors, 1.5 metres social distancing must be respected. Indoors, the minimum distance should be 2 metres. People must use facemasks or medical masks outdoors when it is not possible to maintain physical distance.

Indoor and outdoor meetings, public or private gatherings and events

The following limits are currently in place:

Public events: public events, gatherings and ceremonies of all kinds must be ended by midnight at the latest, unless it is a public event or gathering attended only by persons with a EUDCC certificate, and the local civil protection unit gave its consent. Conferences and congresses attended by up to 100 people may be held, in compliance with all prescribed epidemiological restrictions.
Sports competitions can be organised in the presence of more than 100 spectators, if all spectators (including technical and organising staff) present at the competition hold a EUDCC.
Funerals: condolences to the bereaved should not be expressed through close contact.
Wedding ceremonies are allowed with a maximum of 30 people. It is exceptionally allowed to hold wedding ceremonies with more than 30 people, in compliance with all prescribed epidemiological measures.

Safety measures for public transportation

In all forms of public transport, facemasks are mandatory for drivers, employees and passengers. Also, social distance should be maintained as much as possible, as well as ventilation and disinfection. Please note that public transport capacity is reduced.

Places of worship

OPEN WITH LIMITATIONS

Religious activities and services can be carried out inside and outside places of worship, provided they adhere to strict health protocols. Amateur choirs, including church choirs, are not allowed to rehearse. It is still recommended that mass services take place remotely (online, radio, television).

It is compulsory to:

Wear a facemask, except for religious representatives during services.

Non-essential (other than medicine and food) shops

OPEN WITH LIMITATIONS

OPEN

Shops are open, but the general public health recommendations on physical distancing, personal hygiene and disinfection should be maintained. At least 4 square metres of space for each customer must be secured.

Tourist accommodations

OPEN WITH LIMITATIONS

OPEN

Hotels are open, although seasonal hotel and accommodation closures unrelated to the current epidemiological situation are common across Croatia. Check with the hotel or accommodation provider when booking as to their dates of operation. Please note, all accommodation facilities are required to prescribe to the recommended health and safety procedures that may be found here.

Catering establishments

YES

OPEN

Drinks, beverages and sweets can be served exclusively to guests sitting at tables, in strict compliance with prescribed epidemiological measures and special recommendations and instructions of the Croatian Institute of Public Health. Working hours can be set from 6 AM to 12 AM. Food delivery is allowed provided all epidemiological measures are complied with.

Cinemas, museums and indoor attractions

OPEN WITH LIMITATIONS

OPEN

Special measures have been enacted to limit the number of visitors to certain tourist attractions. Before visiting, check the restrictions on the destination’s website.

Personal care services

OPEN

OPEN

Gyms, fitness, and sport recreation centres are opened as long as the general public health recommendations are respected. Other personal care services are available, as long as the general public health recommendations are also respected.

Outdoors areas and beaches

OPEN

Beaches and thermal spas are open for public use, again keeping in mind that health and safety, as well as any social distancing measures in effect at the time will apply. Outdoor and indoor sports and recreation is allowed (except school gyms), pools and tented sporting facilities are open.
Parks and zoos are still open, however health and safety measures, as well as social distancing guidelines still apply. The Zagreb Zoo is open to the public as well as National Parks and Nature Parks, and they continue to adhere to the prescribed and applicable health and safety measures.

Health protocols for tourism services and tourists

Health services

Anti-epidemic measures of the Croating Institute of Public Health for health care institutions are applied
Guarantee of cooperation with partners who have a safety label

National website with coronavirus-related information for TOURISM

CROATIA.HR
SAFESTAYINCROATIA.HR (safety measures for various tourist services)

Useful Info for tourists

Border crossing procedures: UZG COVID
COVID-19 testing locations
Enter Croatia (on-line form for faster tourist entry to Croatia)

___________________________________________________________________________________

03.12.2021

What are the rules to enter this country from an EU Member State or Schengen Associated country?

Mandatory Travel Documentation

For a faster border crossing, it is recommended to fill out the form at ENTERCROATIA prior to departure.

Provisions for people applying for residency/work in Croatia

Persons who, following their application for residence / work in Croatia (including digital nomads), have received a positive decision of the competent authority, are obliged to present credible documentation upon entering Croatia to prove the reasons for their exemption to COVID-19 testing or isolation. During their stay in Croatia, they are obliged to follow the general and special recommendations and instructions of the Croatian Institute of Public Health.

Find out more:
Request for temporary stay
Croatia - your new office

from their arrival at the border crossing point

Positive PCR test result or rapid antigen test result, confirming that the holder recovered from the SARS-CoV-2 virus infection, which was performed in the previous 365 days and which is older than 11 days from the date of arrival at the border crossing point, or a medical certificate of recovery;
Negative result to a COVID-19 test.
Both PCR and Rapid Antigen tests (RAT) are accepted.
Validity: PCR test results must not be older than 72 hours, RAT test results must not be older than 48 hours. The RAT test must be listed in the Common list of rapid antigen tests recognized by the Member States of the European Union. If the RAT test is carried out abroad, the manufacturer and/or the commercial name of the test must be visible and the test must be issued by a health institution/laboratory and signed/confirmed by a doctor.
PCR test or Rapid Antigen Test upon arrival in (at their own expense), with the obligation to stay in self-isolation until the arrival of the negative result. If testing cannot be performed,
a 10-day quarantine is imposed.

Passengers arriving from the countries that are in the list of countries to which special epidemiological measures apply when they are crossing the border of the Republic of Croatia, and which are published on the website of the Croatian Institute of Public Health, are obliged to present, depending on the category of the country,

a negative PCR test result not older than 48 hours and they have to stay in mandatory self-isolation for 14 days (Republic of South Africa, Zanzibar (Tanzania), Brazil), or
a negative PCR test result not older than 72 hours or a negative rapid antigen test result not older than 48 hours, regardless of their vaccination status and recovery (Brazil).This provision also refers to countries and/or regions of Schengen Member States and Schengen associated countries which are on the red or dark red list of the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control if the Croatian Institute of Public Health listed them as countries to
which special epidemiological measures apply.

The duration of self-isolation may be shortened for passengers arriving from the countries for which quarantine is mandatory if they take a PCR test for SARS-CoV-2 at their own expense at an institution authorised for testing no sooner than the seventh day of self-isolation, and the test result comes back negative.

Provisions for people applying for residency/work in Croatia

Persons who, following their application for residence/work in Croatia (including digital nomads), have received a positive decision from the competent authority, are obliged to present credible documentation upon entering Croatia to prove the reasons for their exemption to COVID-19 testing or isolation. During their stay in Croatia, they are obliged to follow the general and special recommendations and instructions of the Croatian Institute of Public Health.

Find out more:
Request for temporary stay
Croatia – your new office

Mandatory Travel Documentation

For a faster border crossing, it is recommended to fill out the form at ENTERCROATIA prior to departure.

Find out more:
Conditions of entry into the Republic of Croatia
koronavirus.hr

Entering this country with the EU Digital COVID certificate

Provisional information subject to further revision and confirmation from National Authorities

Holders of EUDCC can enter Croatia without being subject to further restrictions (testing or quarantine), at the condition that their certificate contains either:

Vaccination certificate;
Accepted vaccines: Pfizer, Moderna, AstraZeneca, Johnson&Johnson, Gamaleya, Sinopharm

the proof of vaccination is valid at the following conditions:

from the day of the second dose, or from 14 days after the single dose for the Johnson&Johnson vaccine. Validity: 365 days;
after one dose of any accepted vaccine, for people who have recovered from COVID-19 within twelve months from contracting the disease. Validity: 365 days.
between 22 and 42 days from the first dose of the Pfizer, Moderna or Gamaleya vaccine
between 22 and 84 days from the first dose of the AstraZeneca vaccine

Certificate showing that they have recovered from COVID-19 and have received one dose of vaccine within twelve months from contracting the disease, provided that the vaccine was administered less than 365 days from their arrival at the border crossing point
Positive PCR test result or rapid antigen test result, confirming that the holder recovered from the SARS-CoV-2 virus infection, which was performed in the previous 365 days and which is older than 11 days from the date of arrival at the border crossing point, or a medical certificate of recovery;
Negative result to a COVID-19 test.
Both PCR and Rapid Antigen tests (RAT) are accepted.
Validity: PCR test results must not be older than 72 hours, RAT test results must not be older than 48 hours. The RAT test must be listed in the Common list of rapid antigen tests recognized by the Member States of the European Union. If the RAT test is carried out abroad, the manufacturer and/or the commercial name of the test must be visible and the test must be issued by a health institution/laboratory and signed/confirmed by a doctor.
PCR test or Rapid Antigen Test upon arrival in (at their own expense), with the obligation to stay in self-isolation until the arrival of the negative result. If testing cannot be performed, a 10-day quarantine is imposed.

Children under 12 years old travelling with their parents/guardians are exempt from the obligation to present a negative PCR test result and to self-isolate if their parents/guardians have a valid EU Digital COVID certificate, or a negative PCR or rapid antigen test result, or a certificate of vaccination or recovery from COVID-19.

Entering this country without the EU Digital COVID certificate or with a certificate not compliant with national requirements

All travellers arriving from the countries of the European Union or from a Schengen Associated Country, who do not yet hold an EU Digital COVID Certificate, will be allowed entry into the Republic of Croatia, if they have one of the following:

Vaccination certificate;
Accepted vaccines: Pfizer, Moderna, AstraZeneca, Johnson&Johnson, Gamaleya, Sinopharm

the proof of vaccination is valid at the following conditions:

from the day of the second dose, or from 14 days after the single dose for the Johnson&Johnson vaccine. Validity: 365 days;
after one dose of any accepted vaccine, for people who have recovered from COVID-19 within twelve months from contracting the disease. Validity: 365 days.
between 22 and 42 days from the first dose of the Pfizer, Moderna or Gamaleya vaccine
between 22 and 84 days from the first dose of the AstraZeneca vaccine

Certificate showing that they have recovered from COVID-19 and have received one dose of vaccine within eight monthsfrom contracting the disease, provided that the vaccine was administered less than 365 days from their arrival at the border crossing point;

Positive PCR test result or rapid antigen test result, confirming that the holder recovered from the SARS-CoV-2 virus infection, which was performed in the previous 365 days and which is older than 11 days from the date of arrival at the border crossing point, or a medical certificate of recovery;

Negative result to a COVID-19 test.
Both PCR and Rapid Antigen tests (RAT) are accepted.
Validity: PCR test results must not be older than 72 hours, RAT test results must not be older than 48 hours. The RAT test must be listed in theCommon list of rapid antigen tests recognized by the Member States of the European Union.If the RAT test is carried out abroad, the manufacturer and/or the commercial name of the test must be visible and the test must be issued by a health institution/laboratory and signed/confirmed by a doctor.
PCR test or Rapid Antigen Test upon arrival in (at their own expense), with the obligation to stay in self-isolation until the arrival of the negative result. If testing cannot be performed, a 10-day quarantine is imposed.

Children under 12 years old travelling with their parents/guardians are exempt from the obligation to present a negative PCR test result and to self-isolate if their parents/guardians have a valid EU Digital COVID certificate, or a negative PCR or rapid antigen test result, or a certificate of vaccination or recovery from COVID-19.

Some categories of people are exempt from previously mentioned requirements.

Passengers arriving from the countries that are in the list of countries to which special epidemiological measures apply when they are crossing the border of the Republic of Croatia, and which are published on the website of the Croatian Institute of Public Health, are obliged to present, depending on the category of the country,

a negative PCR test result not older than 48 hours and they have to stay in mandatory self-isolation for 14 days (Republic of South Africa, Zanzibar (Tanzania), Brazil), or
a negative PCR test result not older than 72 hours or a negative rapid antigen test result not older than 48 hours, regardless of their vaccination status and recovery (Great Britain, Cyprus, Russian Federation, India).This provision also refers to countries and/or regions of Schengen Member States and Schengen associated countries which are on the red or dark red list of the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control if the Croatian Institute of Public Health listed them as countries to which special epidemiological measures apply.

The duration of self-isolation may be shortened for passengers arriving from the countries for which quarantine is mandatory if they take a PCR test for SARS-CoV-2 at their own expense at an institution authorised for testing no sooner than the seventh day of self-isolation, and the test result comes back negative.

Find out more:
Conditions of entry into the Republic of Croatia
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What are the rules to enter this country from outside an EU Member State or Schengen Associated country?

Third-country nationals who are not family members of nationals of EU Member States or Schengen Associated Countries, nor are long-term residents or persons who have the right to reside under EU directives or national law or who have national long-term visas, are allowed entry into the Republic of Croatia only in case of necessary travel.

Passengers (regardlesf their citizenship) coming from countries covered by the currently valid amendments to COUNCIL RECOMMENDATION (EU) 2021/992 of 18 June 2021,can travel to the Republic of Croatia without having to prove or justify their reasons for travel if they meet the epidemiological conditions for entry into the Republic of Croatia that are prescribed for third-country nationals.

The categories of people exempted from the travel ban can be found at mup.gov.hr.

In order to be allowed to enter Croatia, travellers from third-countries are required to have one of the following:
- a certificate of paid accommodation in a hotel, campsite, rented vessel or another form of tourist accommodation, or they must be owners of houses or vessels in Croatia;
- a valid EU Digital COVID certificate.

All travellers aged above 12 arriving from third countries, including citizens of EU Member States and Schengen Associated Countries, as well as members of their families and third-country nationals who are long-term residents or entitled to reside under other EU directives or national laws, can enter Croatia without being subject to any isolation or testing requirement in the following cases:

Vaccination certificate;
Accepted vaccines: Pfizer, Moderna, AstraZeneca, Johnson&Johnson, Gamaleya, Sinopharm

the proof of vaccination is valid at the following conditions:

from the day of the second dose, or from 14 days after the single dose for the Johnson & Johnson vaccine. Validity: 365 days;
after one dose of any accepted vaccine, for people who have recovered from COVID-19 within twelve months from contracting the disease. Validity: 365 days.
between 22 and 42 days from the first dose of the Pfizer, Moderna or Gamaleya vaccine
between 22 and 84 days from the first dose of the AstraZeneca vaccine

Certificate showing that they have recovered from COVID-19 and have received one dose of vaccine within twelve monthsfrom contracting the disease, provided that the vaccine was administered less than 365 days from their arrival at the border crossing point;
Positive PCR test result or rapid antigen test result, confirming that the holder recovered from the SARS-CoV-2 virus infection, which was performed in the previous 365 days and which is older than 11 days from the date of arrival at the border crossing point, or a medical certificate of recovery;
Negative result to a COVID-19 test.
Both PCR and Rapid Antigen tests (RAT)are accepted.
Validity: PCR test results must not be older than72 hours, RAT test results must not be older than 48 hours. The RAT test must be listed in the Common list of rapid antigen tests recognized by the Member States of the European Union. If the RAT test is carried out abroad, the manufacturer and/or the commercial name of the test must be visible and the test must be issued by a health institution/laboratory and signed/confirmed by a doctor.
PCR test or Rapid Antigen Test upon arrival in (at their own expense), with the obligation to stay in self-isolation until the arrival of the negative result. If testing cannot be performed, a 10-day quarantine is imposed.

Passengers arriving from the countries that are in the list of countries to which special epidemiological measures apply when they are crossing the border of the Republic of Croatia, and which are published on the website of the Croatian Institute of Public Health, are obliged to present, depending on the category of the country,

a negative PCR test result not older than 48 hours and they have to stay in mandatory self-isolation for 14 days (Republic of South Africa, Zanzibar (Tanzania), Brazil), or
a negative PCR test result not older than 72 hours or a negative rapid antigen test result not older than 48 hours, regardless of their vaccination status and recovery (Brazil).This provision also refers to countries and/or regions of Schengen Member States and Schengen associated countries which are on the red or dark red list of the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control if the Croatian Institute of Public Health listed them as countries to which special epidemiological measures apply.

The duration of self-isolation may be shortened for passengers arriving from the countries for which quarantine is mandatory if they take a PCR test for SARS-CoV-2 at their own expense at an institution authorised for testing no sooner than the seventh day of self-isolation, and the test result comes back negative.

Provisions for people applying for residency/work in Croatia

Persons who, following their application for residence/work in Croatia (including digital nomads), have received a positive decision from the competent authority, are obliged to present credible documentation upon entering Croatia to prove the reasons for their exemption to COVID-19 testing or isolation. During their stay in Croatia, they are obliged to follow the general and special recommendations and instructions of the Croatian Institute of Public Health.

Find out more:
Request for temporary stay
Croatia your new office

Mandatory Travel Documentation

For a faster border crossing, it is recommended to fill out the form at ENTERCROATIA prior to departure.

Find out more:
Conditions of entry into the Republic of Croatia
koronavirus.hr

Third-country nationals who are not family members of nationals of EU Member States or Schengen Associated Countries, nor are long-term residents or persons who have the right to reside under EU directives or national law or who have national long-term visas, are allowed entry into the Republic of Croatia only in case of necessary travel.

Passengers (regardless of their citizenship) coming from countries covered by the currently valid amendments to COUNCIL RECOMMENDATION (EU) 2021/992 of 18 June 2021, can travel to the Republic of Croatia without having to prove or justify their reasons for travel if they meet the epidemiological conditions for entry into the Republic of Croatia that are prescribed for third-country nationals.

The categories of people exempted from the travel ban can be found at mup.gov.hr.

In order to be allowed to enter Croatia, travellers from third-countries are required to have one of the following:
- a certificate of paid accommodation in a hotel, campsite, rented vessel or another form of tourist accommodation, or they must be owners of houses or vessels in Croatia;
- a valid EU Digital COVID certificate.

All travellers aged above 12 arriving from third countries, including citizens of EU Member States and Schengen Associated Countries, as well as members of their families and third-country nationals who are long-term residents or entitled to reside under other EU directives or national laws, can enter Croatia without being subject to any isolation or testing requirement in the following cases:

Vaccination certificate;
Accepted vaccines: Pfizer, Moderna, AstraZeneca, Johnson&Johnson, Gamaleya, Sinopharm
the proof of vaccination is valid at the following conditions:
- from the day of the second dose, or from 14 days after the single dose for the Johnson&Johnson vaccine. Validity: 270 days;
- after one dose of any accepted vaccine, for people who have recovered from COVID-19 within eight months from contracting the disease. Validity: 270 days.
- between 22 and 42 days from the first dose of the Pfizer, Moderna or Gamaleya vaccine
- between 22 and 84 days from the first dose of the AstraZeneca vaccine
Certificate showing that they have recovered from COVID-19 and have received one dose of vaccine within eight months from contracting the disease, provided that the vaccine was administered less than 270 days from their arrival at the border crossing point;
Positive PCR test result or rapid antigen test result, confirming that the holder recovered from the SARS-CoV-2 virus infection, which was performed in the previous 270 days and which is older than 11 days from the date of arrival at the border crossing point, or a medical certificate of recovery;
Negative result to a COVID-19 test.
Both PCR and Rapid Antigen tests (RAT) are accepted.
Validity: PCR test results must not be older than 72 hours, RAT test results must not be older than 48 hours. The RAT test must be listed in the Common list of rapid antigen tests recognized by the Member States of the European Union. If the RAT test is carried out abroad, the manufacturer and/or the commercial name of the test must be visible and the test must be issued by a health institution/laboratory and signed/confirmed by a doctor.
PCR test or Rapid Antigen Test upon arrival in (at their own expense), with the obligation to stay in self-isolation until the arrival of the negative result. If testing cannot be performed, a 10-day quarantine is imposed.

Passengers arriving from the countries that are in the list of countries to which special epidemiological measures apply when they are crossing the border of the Republic of Croatia, and which are published on the website of the Croatian Institute of Public Health, are obliged to present, depending on the category of the country,

a negative PCR test result not older than 48 hours and they have to stay in mandatory self-isolation for 14 days (Republic of South Africa, Zanzibar (Tanzania), Brazil), or
a negative PCR test result not older than 72 hours or a negative rapid antigen test result not older than 48 hours, regardless of their vaccination status and recovery (Great Britain, Cyprus, Russian Federation, India).This provision also refers to countries and/or regions of Schengen Member States and Schengen associated countries which are on the red or dark red list of the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control if the Croatian Institute of Public Health listed them as countries to which special epidemiological measures apply.

The duration of self-isolation may be shortened for passengers arriving from the countries for which quarantine is mandatory if they take a PCR test for SARS-CoV-2 at their own expense at an institution authorised for testing no sooner than the seventh day of self-isolation, and the test result comes back negative. 

Provisions for people applying for residency/work in Croatia

Persons who, following their application for residence/work in Croatia (including digital nomads), have received a positive decision from the competent authority, are obliged to present credible documentation upon entering Croatia to prove the reasons for their exemption to COVID-19 testing or isolation. During their stay in Croatia, they are obliged to follow the general and special recommendations and instructions of the Croatian Institute of Public Health.

Find out more:
Request for temporary stay
Croatia – your new office

Mandatory Travel Documentation

For a faster border crossing, it is recommended to fill out the form at ENTERCROATIA prior to departure.

Find out more:
Conditions of entry into the Republic of Croatia
koronavirus.hr

What are the rules if I go abroad from this country, and when I return from abroad?

Entry is allowed with a valid EUDCC. If a person does not have an EU Digital Certificate, entry will be exceptionally possible with:

Vaccination certificate
Accepted vaccines: Pfizer, Moderna, AstraZeneca, Johnson&Johnson, Gamaleya, Sinopharm

the proof of vaccination is valid at the following conditions:

from the day of the second dose, or from 14 days after the single dose for the Johnson&Johnson vaccine. Validity: 365 days
after one dose of any accepted vaccine, for people who have recovered from COVID-19 within twelve months from contracting the disease. Validity: 365 days
between 22 and 42 days from the first dose of the Pfizer, Moderna or Gamaleya vaccine
between 22 and 84 days from the first dose of the AstraZeneca vaccine

Certificate showing that they have recovered from COVID-19 and have received one dose of vaccine within twelve months from contracting the disease, provided that the vaccine was administered less than 365 days from their arrival at the border crossing point

Positive PCR test result or rapid antigen test result, confirming that the holder recovered from the SARS-CoV-2 virus infection, which was performed in the previous 365 days and which is older than 11 days from the date of arrival at the border crossing point, or a medical certificate of recovery
Negative result to a COVID-19 test.
Both PCR and Rapid Antigen tests (RAT) are accepted.
Validity: PCR test results must not be older than 72 hours, RAT test results must not be older than 48 hours. The RAT test must be listed in the Common list of rapid antigen tests recognized by the Member States of the European Union. If the RAT test is carried out abroad, the manufacturer and/or the commercial name of the test must be visible and the test must be issued by a health institution/laboratory and signed/confirmed by a doctor.
PCR test or Rapid Antigen Test upon arrival in (at their own expense), with the obligation to stay in self-isolation until the arrival of the negative result. If testing cannot be performed, a 10-day quarantine is imposed.

Children under 12 years old travelling with their parents/guardians are exempt from the obligation to present a negative PCR test result and to self-isolate if their parents/guardians have a valid EU Digital COVID certificate, or a negative PCR or rapid antigen test result, or a certificate of vaccination or recovery from COVID-19.

Some categories of people are exempt from previously mentioned requirements.

All persons coming from countries subject to special epidemiological measures are obliged to present a negative PCR test not older than 48 hours and undergo mandatory self-isolation for 14 days. Individuals may shorten the duration of self-isolation if, on day 7 of self-isolation at the earliest, they perform a PCR test for SARS-CoV-2 at their own expense at an authorised facility, and the test result is negative.

Find out more:
Conditions of entry into the Republic of Croatia
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between 22 and 84 days from the first dose of the AstraZeneca vaccine
Certificate showing that they have recovered from COVID-19 and have received one dose of vaccine within twelve monthsfrom contracting the disease, provided that the vaccine was administered less than 365 days from their arrival at the border crossing point;
Positive PCR test result or rapid antigen test result, confirming that the holder recovered from the SARS-CoV-2 virus infection, which was performed in the previous 365 days and which is older than 11 days from the date of arrival at the border crossing point, or a medical certificate of recovery;
Negative result to a COVID-19 test.
Both PCR and Rapid Antigen tests (RAT)are accepted.
Validity: PCR test results must not be older than72 hours, RAT test results must not be older than 48 hours. The RAT test must be listed in the Common list of rapid antigen tests recognized by the Member States of the European Union. If the RAT test is carried out abroad, the manufacturer and/or the commercial name of the test must be visible and the test must be issued by a health institution/laboratory and signed/confirmed by a doctor.
PCR test or Rapid Antigen Test upon arrival in (at their own expense), with the obligation to stay in self-isolation until the arrival of the negative result. If testing cannot be performed, a 10-day quarantine is imposed.

Passengers arriving from the countries that are in the list of countries to which special epidemiological measures apply when they are crossing the border of the Republic of Croatia, and which are published on the website of the Croatian Institute of Public Health, are obliged to present, depending on the category of the country,

a negative PCR test result not older than 48 hours and they have to stay in mandatory self-isolation for 14 days (Republic of South Africa, Zanzibar (Tanzania), Brazil), or
a negative PCR test result not older than 72 hours or a negative rapid antigen test result not older than 48 hours, regardless of their vaccination status and recovery (Brazil).This provision also refers to countries and/or regions of Schengen Member States and Schengen associated countries which are on the red or dark red list of the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control if the Croatian Institute of Public Health listed them as countries to which special epidemiological measures apply.

The duration of self-isolation may be shortened for passengers arriving from the countries for which quarantine is mandatory if they take a PCR test for SARS-CoV-2 at their own expense at an institution authorised for testing no sooner than the seventh day of self-isolation, and the test result comes back negative.

Provisions for people applying for residency/work in Croatia

Persons who, following their application for residence/work in Croatia (including digital nomads), have received a positive decision from the competent authority, are obliged to present credible documentation upon entering Croatia to prove the reasons for their exemption to COVID-19 testing or isolation. During their stay in Croatia, they are obliged to follow the general and special recommendations and instructions of the Croatian Institute of Public Health.

Find out more:
Request for temporary stay
Croatia your new office

Mandatory Travel Documentation

For a faster border crossing, it is recommended to fill out the form at ENTERCROATIAprior to departure.

Find out more:
Conditions of entry into the Republic of Croatia href="https://www.koronavirus.hr/en">koronavirus.hr

May I transit this country?

YES

As a general rule, passengers in transit in the EU+ area are exempt from temporary travel restrictions.

EU citizens entering the EU from a third country, as well as their family members, irrespective of their nationality, are exempt from the travel restrictions regardless of whether or not they are returning to their country of nationality or residence.

Passengers travelling from a non-EU country to another non-EU country may transit through the international transit area of airports located in the Schengen area. Rules regarding airport transit visa requirements continue to apply.

Additionally, for Croatia, the following rules apply:

Passengers can transit without restrictions but have the obligation to leave the Republic of Croatia within 12 hours from entry, which will be checked by the border police. If they do not leave Croatia within 12 hours from the moment of entering the Republic of Croatia, the self-isolation measure is automatically imposed.

Travel is limited to the main highways and stops are limited. You can consult a map that shows the allowed highways (only in Croatian).

Passengers allowed entry to Croatia, as well as Croatian citizens transiting via Neum, will not be subject to any additional requirements and can freely travel to and from southern Croatia by car.

Passengers in transit do NOT need to fill out the form ENTERCROATIA.

Provisional information subject to further revision and confirmation from National Authorities

Holders of EUDCC can enter Croatia without being subject to further restrictions (testing or quarantine), at the condition that their certificate contains either:

Vaccination certificate;
Accepted vaccines: Pfizer, Moderna, AstraZeneca, Johnson&Johnson, Gamaleya, Sinopharm

the proof of vaccination is valid at the following conditions:
from the day of the second dose, or from 14 days after the single dose for the Johnson&Johnson vaccine. Validity: 365 days;
after one dose of any accepted vaccine, for people who have recovered from COVID-19 within twelve months from contracting the disease. Validity: 365 days.
between 22 and 42 days from the first dose of the Pfizer, Moderna or Gamaleya vaccine
between 22 and 84 days from the first dose of the AstraZeneca vaccine
Certificate showing that they have recovered from COVID-19 and have received one dose of vaccine within twelve months from contracting the disease, provided that the vaccine was administered less than 365 days from their arrival at the border crossing point;
Positive PCR test result or rapid antigen test result, confirming that the holder recovered from the SARS-CoV-2 virus infection, which was performed in the previous 365 days and which is older than 11 days from the date of arrival at the border crossing point, or a medical certificate of recovery;
Negative result to a COVID-19 test.
Both PCR and Rapid Antigen tests (RAT) are accepted.
Validity: PCR test results must not be older than 72 hours, RAT test results must not be older than 48 hours. The RAT test must be listed in the Common list of rapid antigen tests recognized by the Member States of the European Union. If the RAT test is carried out abroad, the manufacturer and/or the commercial name of the test must be visible and the test must be issued by a health institution/laboratory and signed/confirmed by a doctor.
PCR test or Rapid Antigen Test upon arrival in (at their own expense), with the obligation to stay in self-isolation until the arrival of the negative result. If testing cannot be performed, a 10-day quarantine is imposed.
Children under 12 years old travelling with their parents/guardians are exempt from the obligation to present a negative PCR test result and to self-isolate if their parents/guardians have a valid EU Digital COVID certificate, or a negative PCR or rapid antigen test result, or a certificate of vaccination or recovery from COVID-19.

General measures

Recommendations for use of protective masks

Use of facemasks

Wearing disposable masks in public settings where safety distance cannot be maintained, such as public transport, grocery stores, or even in the workplace, can help reduce the spread of the SARS-CoV-2 virus. Masks can raise awareness of physical distance and health-conscious behavior.

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Physical Distancing

Outdoors, 1.5 metres social distancing must be respected. Indoors, the minimum distance should be 2 metres.

Indoor and outdoor meetings, public or private gatherings and events

The following limits are currently in place:

Public events: public events, gatherings and ceremonies of all kinds must be ended by midnight at the latest, unless it is a public event or gathering attended only by persons with a EUDCC certificate, and the local civil protection unit gave its consent. Conferences and congresses attended by up to 100 people may be held, in compliance with all prescribed epidemiological restrictions.
Sports competitions can be organised in the presence of more than 100 spectators, if all spectators (including technical and organising staff) present at the competition hold a EUDCC.
Funerals: condolences to the bereaved should not be expressed through close contact.
Wedding ceremonies are allowed with a maximum of 30 people. It is exceptionally allowed to hold wedding ceremonies with more than 30 people, in compliance with all prescribed epidemiological measures.

Safety measures for public transportation

Public transport capacity is reduced. Drivers, employees, and passengers are required to always wear face masks.

Places of worship

It is recommended that mass services take place remotely (online, radio, television). Mass services in church must follow the rules on gatherings. Amateur choirs, including church choirs, are not allowed to rehearse.

Non-essential (other than medicine and food) shops

Open with limitations

OPEN

Shops are open, but the general public health recommendations on physical distancing, personal hygiene and disinfection should be maintained. At least 4 square metres of space for each customer must be secured.

Tourist accommodations

Open with limitations

OPEN

Following the general public health recommendations on physical distancing, personal hygiene and disinfection, these services are open. Accommodations can only cater or serve guests who are staying in the accommodation.

During their hotels and camps stay, visitors must:

Adhere to physical distancing measures and maintain a 1.5-meter distance between themselves and other visitors, unless they are members of the same family or group.
Comply with the rules regarding the maximum number of persons allowed in certain areas in accordance with the defined criteria of maintaining a physical distance of 1.5 meters in relation to other visitors, unless they are members of the same family or group.

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Recommendations for hotels and renters

Recommendations for hotels and private-accomodation providers

Catering establishments

Yes

OPEN

In all restaurants, bars and night clubs the general rules for guests are :

Wearing protective masks, except when eating or drinking, in an enclosed space
Disinfect hands
Limited number of guests in the common areas of the facility
Physical distancing

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Safety protocols for restaurants and bars

Cinemas, museums and indoor attractions

Open with limitations

OPEN

Special measures have been enacted to limit the number of visitors to certain tourist attractions. Before visiting, check the restrictions on the destinations website.

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Attractions

Personal care services

Open

OPEN

Gyms, fitness, and sport recreation centres are opened as long as the general public health recommendations are respected. Other personal care services are available, as long as the general public health recommendations are also respected.

Outdoors areas and beaches

OPEN

General rules

Limiting the number of people in spaces
Physical distancing
Application of hygienic measures

Please note that catering facilities have dedicated protocols in place and a guarantee of cooperation with partners who have a safety label.

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Sport, recreation and health

Health protocols for tourism services and tourists

Health services

Anti-epidemic measures of the Croating Institute of Public Health for health care institutions are applied
Guarantee of cooperation with partners who have a safety label

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Sport, recreation and health

Other measures

For further public health recommendations, please visit www.koronavirus.hr

National website with coronavirus-related information for TOURISM

CROATIA.HR
SAFESTAYINCROATIA.HR (safety measures for various tourist services)

Useful Info for tourists

Border crossing procedures: UZG COVID
COVID-19 testing locations
Enter Croatia (on-line form for faster tourist entry to Croatia)

Are you a digital nomad, interested in applying for residency/work in Croatia?
If you are looking for a place to set up shop away from home, make Croatia your new office.

Find out more:
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Croatia – your new office.

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17.08.2021

What are the rules to enter this country from an EU Member State or Schengen Associated country?

Mandatory Travel Documentation

For a faster border crossing, it is recommended to fill out the form at ENTERCROATIA prior to departure.

Provisions for people applying for residency/work in Croatia

Persons who, following their application for residence / work in Croatia (including digital nomads), have received a positive decision of the competent authority, are obliged to present credible documentation upon entering Croatia to prove the reasons for their exemption to COVID-19 testing or isolation. During their stay in Croatia, they are obliged to follow the general and special recommendations and instructions of the Croatian Institute of Public Health.

Find out more:
Request for temporary stay
Croatia – your new office

Entering this country with the EU Digital COVID certificate

Provisional information subject to further revision and confirmation from National Authorities

Holders of EUDCC can enter Croatia without being subject to further restrictions (testing or quarantine), at the condition that their certificate contains either:

Vaccination certificate;
Accepted vaccines: Pfizer, Moderna, AstraZeneca, Johnson&Johnson, Gamaleya, Sinopharm

the proof of vaccination is valid at the following conditions:
- from the day of the second dose, or from 14 days after the single dose for the Johnson&Johnson vaccine. Validity: 270 days;
- after one dose of any accepted vaccine, for people who have recovered from COVID-19 within eight months from contracting the disease. Validity: 270 days.
- between 22 and 42 days from the first dose of the Pfizer, Moderna or Gamaleya vaccine
- between 22 and 84 days from the first dose of the AstraZeneca vaccine
Certificate showing that they have recovered from COVID-19 and have received one dose of vaccine within eight months from contracting the disease, provided that the vaccine was administered less than 270 days from their arrival at the border crossing point;
Positive PCR test result or rapid antigen test result, confirming that the holder recovered from the SARS-CoV-2 virus infection, which was performed in the previous 270 days and which is older than 11 days from the date of arrival at the border crossing point, or a medical certificate of recovery;
Negative result to a COVID-19 test.
Both PCR and Rapid Antigen tests (RAT) are accepted.
Validity: PCR test results must not be older than 72 hours, RAT test results must not be older than 48 hours. The RAT test must be listed in theCommon list of rapid antigen tests recognized by the Member States of the European Union. If the RAT test is carried out abroad, the manufacturer and/or the commercial name of the test must be visible and the test must be issued by a health institution/laboratory and signed/confirmed by a doctor.
PCR test or Rapid Antigen Test upon arrival in (at their own expense), with the obligation to stay in self-isolation until the arrival of the negative result. If testing cannot be performed, a 10-day quarantine is imposed.

Children under 12 years old travelling with their parents/guardians are exempt from the obligation to present a negative PCR test result and to self-isolate if their parents/guardians have a valid EU Digital COVID certificate, or a negative PCR or rapid antigen test result, or a certificate of vaccination or recovery from COVID-19.

Entering this country without the EU Digital COVID certificate or with a certificate not compliant with national requirements

All travellers arriving from the countries of the European Union or from a Schengen Associated Country, who do not yet hold an EU Digital COVID Certificate, will be allowed entry into the Republic of Croatia, if they have one of the following:

Vaccination certificate;
Accepted vaccines: Pfizer, Moderna, AstraZeneca, Johnson&Johnson, Gamaleya, Sinopharm
the proof of vaccination is valid at the following conditions:
- from the day of the second dose, or from 14 days after the single dose for the Johnson&Johnson vaccine. Validity: 270 days;
- after one dose of any accepted vaccine, for people who have recovered from COVID-19 within eight months from contracting the disease. Validity: 270 days.
- between 22 and 42 days from the first dose of the Pfizer, Moderna or Gamaleya vaccine
- between 22 and 84 days from the first dose of the AstraZeneca vaccine
Certificate showing that they have recovered from COVID-19 and have received one dose of vaccine within eight months from contracting the disease, provided that the vaccine was administered less than 270 days from their arrival at the border crossing point;
Positive PCR test result or rapid antigen test result, confirming that the holder recovered from the SARS-CoV-2 virus infection, which was performed in the previous 270 days and which is older than 11 days from the date of arrival at the border crossing point, or a medical certificate of recovery;
Negative result to a COVID-19 test.
Both PCR and Rapid Antigen tests (RAT) are accepted.
Validity: PCR test results must not be older than 72 hours, RAT test results must not be older than 48 hours. The RAT test must be listed in theCommon list of rapid antigen tests recognized by the Member States of the European Union. If the RAT test is carried out abroad, the manufacturer and/or the commercial name of the test must be visible and the test must be issued by a health institution/laboratory and signed/confirmed by a doctor.
PCR test or Rapid Antigen Test upon arrival in (at their own expense), with the obligation to stay in self-isolation until the arrival of the negative result. If testing cannot be performed, a 10-day quarantine is imposed.

Children under 12 years old travelling with their parents/guardians are exempt from the obligation to present a negative PCR test result and to self-isolate if their parents/guardians have a valid EU Digital COVID certificate, or a negative PCR or rapid antigen test result, or a certificate of vaccination or recovery from COVID-19.

Some categories of people are exempt from previously mentioned requirements.

Passengers arriving from the countries that are in the list of countries to which special epidemiological measures apply when they are crossing the border of the Republic of Croatia, and which are published on the website of the Croatian Institute of Public Health, are obliged to present, depending on the category of the country,

a negative PCR test result not older than 48 hours and they have to stay in mandatory self-isolation for 14 days (Republic of South Africa, Zanzibar (Tanzania), Brazil), or
a negative PCR test result not older than 72 hours or a negative rapid antigen test result not older than 48 hours, regardless of their vaccination status and recovery (Great Britain, Cyprus, Russian Federation, India).This provision also refers to countries and/or regions of Schengen Member States and Schengen associated countries which are on the red or dark red list of the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control if the Croatian Institute of Public Health listed them as countries to which special epidemiological measures apply.

The duration of self-isolation may be shortened for passengers arriving from the countries for which quarantine is mandatory if they take a PCR test for SARS-CoV-2 at their own expense at an institution authorised for testing no sooner than the seventh day of self-isolation, and the test result comes back negative.

Find out more:
Conditions of entry into the Republic of Croatia
koronavirus.hr

What are the rules to enter this country from outside an EU Member State or Schengen Associated country?

Third-country nationals who are not family members of nationals of EU Member States or Schengen Associated Countries, nor are long-term residents or persons who have the right to reside under EU directives or national law or who have national long-term visas, are allowed entry into the Republic of Croatia only in case of necessary travel.

Passengers (regardless of their citizenship) coming from countries covered by the currently valid amendments to COUNCIL RECOMMENDATION (EU) 2021/992 of 18 June 2021, can travel to the Republic of Croatia without having to prove or justify their reasons for travel if they meet the epidemiological conditions for entry into the Republic of Croatia that are prescribed for third-country nationals.

The categories of people exempted from the travel ban can be found at mup.gov.hr.

In order to be allowed to enter Croatia, travellers from third-countries are required to have one of the following:
- a certificate of paid accommodation in a hotel, campsite, rented vessel or another form of tourist accommodation, or they must be owners of houses or vessels in Croatia;
- a valid EU Digital COVID certificate.

All travellers aged above 12 arriving from third countries, including citizens of EU Member States and Schengen Associated Countries, as well as members of their families and third-country nationals who are long-term residents or entitled to reside under other EU directives or national laws, can enter Croatia without being subject to any isolation or testing requirement in the following cases:

Vaccination certificate;
Accepted vaccines: Pfizer, Moderna, AstraZeneca, Johnson&Johnson, Gamaleya, Sinopharm
the proof of vaccination is valid at the following conditions:
- from the day of the second dose, or from 14 days after the single dose for the Johnson&Johnson vaccine. Validity: 270 days;
- after one dose of any accepted vaccine, for people who have recovered from COVID-19 within eight months from contracting the disease. Validity: 270 days.
- between 22 and 42 days from the first dose of the Pfizer, Moderna or Gamaleya vaccine
- between 22 and 84 days from the first dose of the AstraZeneca vaccine
Certificate showing that they have recovered from COVID-19 and have received one dose of vaccine within eight months from contracting the disease, provided that the vaccine was administered less than 270 days from their arrival at the border crossing point;
Positive PCR test result or rapid antigen test result, confirming that the holder recovered from the SARS-CoV-2 virus infection, which was performed in the previous 270 days and which is older than 11 days from the date of arrival at the border crossing point, or a medical certificate of recovery;
Negative result to a COVID-19 test.
Both PCR and Rapid Antigen tests (RAT) are accepted.
Validity: PCR test results must not be older than 72 hours, RAT test results must not be older than 48 hours. The RAT test must be listed in the Common list of rapid antigen tests recognized by the Member States of the European Union. If the RAT test is carried out abroad, the manufacturer and/or the commercial name of the test must be visible and the test must be issued by a health institution/laboratory and signed/confirmed by a doctor.
PCR test or Rapid Antigen Test upon arrival in (at their own expense), with the obligation to stay in self-isolation until the arrival of the negative result. If testing cannot be performed, a 10-day quarantine is imposed.

Passengers arriving from the countries that are in the list of countries to which special epidemiological measures apply when they are crossing the border of the Republic of Croatia, and which are published on the website of the Croatian Institute of Public Health, are obliged to present, depending on the category of the country,

a negative PCR test result not older than 48 hours and they have to stay in mandatory self-isolation for 14 days (Republic of South Africa, Zanzibar (Tanzania), Brazil), or
a negative PCR test result not older than 72 hours or a negative rapid antigen test result not older than 48 hours, regardless of their vaccination status and recovery (Great Britain, Cyprus, Russian Federation, India).This provision also refers to countries and/or regions of Schengen Member States and Schengen associated countries which are on the red or dark red list of the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control if the Croatian Institute of Public Health listed them as countries to which special epidemiological measures apply.

The duration of self-isolation may be shortened for passengers arriving from the countries for which quarantine is mandatory if they take a PCR test for SARS-CoV-2 at their own expense at an institution authorised for testing no sooner than the seventh day of self-isolation, and the test result comes back negative. 

Provisions for people applying for residency/work in Croatia

Persons who, following their application for residence/work in Croatia (including digital nomads), have received a positive decision from the competent authority, are obliged to present credible documentation upon entering Croatia to prove the reasons for their exemption to COVID-19 testing or isolation. During their stay in Croatia, they are obliged to follow the general and special recommendations and instructions of the Croatian Institute of Public Health.

Find out more:
Request for temporary stay
Croatia – your new office

Mandatory Travel Documentation

For a faster border crossing, it is recommended to fill out the form at ENTERCROATIA prior to departure.

Find out more:
Conditions of entry into the Republic of Croatia
koronavirus.hr

May I transit this country?

Yes

As a general rule, passengers in transit in the EU+ area are exempt from temporary travel restrictions.

EU citizens entering the EU from a third country, as well as their family members, irrespective of their nationality, are exempt from the travel restrictions regardless of whether or not they are returning to their country of nationality or residence.

Passengers travelling from a non-EU country to another non-EU country may transit through the international transit area of airports located in the Schengen area. Rules regarding airport transit visa requirements continue to apply.

Additionally, for Croatia, the following rules apply:

Passengers can transit without restrictions but have the obligation to leave the Republic of Croatia within 12 hours from entry, which will be checked by the border police. If they do not leave Croatia within 12 hours from the moment of entering the Republic of Croatia, the self-isolation measure is automatically imposed.

Travel is limited to the main highways and stops are limited. You can consult a map that shows the allowed highways (only in Croatian).

Passengers allowed entry to Croatia, as well as Croatian citizens transiting via Neum, will not be subject to any additional requirements and can freely travel to and from southern Croatia by car.

Passengers in transit do NOT need to fill out the form ENTERCROATIA.

General measures

Health tourism services recommendations

Use of facemasks

Face masks are required in all public indoor spaces. Wearing face masks is also recommended outdoors when it is not possible to keep a safe social distance.

Physical Distancing

Outdoors, 1.5 metres social distancing must be respected. Indoors, the minimum distance should be 2 metres.

Indoor and outdoor meetings, public or private gatherings and events

The following limits are currently in place:

Public events: public events, gatherings and ceremonies of all kinds must be ended by midnight at the latest, unless it is a public event or gathering attended only by persons with a EUDCC certificate, and the local civil protection unit gave its consent. Conferences and congresses attended by up to 100 people may be held, in compliance with all prescribed epidemiological restrictions.
Sports competitions can be organised in the presence of more than 100 spectators, if all spectators (including technical and organising staff) present at the competition hold a EUDCC.
Funerals: condolences to the bereaved should not be expressed through close contact.
Wedding ceremonies are allowed with a maximum of 30 people. It is exceptionally allowed to hold wedding ceremonies with more than 30 people, in compliance with all prescribed epidemiological measures.

Safety measures for public transportation

Public transport capacity is reduced. Drivers, employees, and passengers are required to wear face masks.

Places of worship

It is recommended that mass services take place remotely (online, radio, television). Mass services in church must follow the rules on gatherings. Amateur choirs, including church choirs, are not allowed to rehearse.

Non-essential (other than medicine and food) shops

Open with limitations

Shops are open, but the general public health recommendations on physical distancing, personal hygiene and disinfection should be maintained. At least 4 square metres of space for each customer must be secured. There is a ban on the sale of alcohol between 23.00 and 06.00.

Tourist accommodations

Open with limitations

Following the general public health recommendations on physical distancing, personal hygiene and disinfection, these services are open. Accommodations can only cater or serve guests who are staying in the accommodation. For more details you can read the recommendations for hotels and renters

Catering establishments

Yes

Restaurants, bars and nightclubs are open provided that social distancing and hygiene measures are in place. General rules for guests include the following requirements:

Wearing protective facemasks, except when eating, in an enclosed areas;
Keeping a maximum number of 10 guests in the common areas of the facility.

Find out more:

www.safestayincroatia.hr

Cinemas, museums and indoor attractions

Open with limitations

Cinemas, museums, theatres, professional artistic performances can operate with limited capacity, also taking into account the general safety measures. Establishments should close at 23.00.

Personal care services

Open

Gyms, fitness, and sport recreation centres are opened as long as the general public health recommendations are respected. Other personal care services are available, as long as the general public health recommendations are respected.

Outdoors areas and beaches

Measures for outdoor activities are available at: Safe Stay in Croatia. Emphasis is placed on adventure and diving tourism, swimming pools and aquaparks, and beaches and bathing areas.

Health protocols for tourism services and tourists

Find out more:
www.safestayincroatia.hr
https://croatia.hr
www.koronavirus.hr
COVID-19 testing locations

Other measures

For further public health recommendations, please visit www.koronavirus.hr

Information on Tourism at National level

National website with coronavirus-related information for TOURISM

CROATIA.HR
SAFESTAYINCROATIA.HR (safety measures for various tourist services)

Useful Info for tourists

Border crossing procedures: UZG COVID
COVID-19 testing locations
Enter Croatia (on-line form for faster tourist entry to Croatia)

__________________________________________________________________________________

05.07.2021

What are the rules to enter this country from an EU Member State or Schengen Associated country?

Mandatory Travel Documentation

For a faster border crossing, it is recommended to fill out the form at ENTERCROATIA prior to departure.

Provisions for people applying for residency/work in Croatia

Persons who, following their application for residence / work in Croatia (including digital nomads), have received a positive decision of the competent authority, are obliged to present credible documentation upon entering Croatia to prove the reasons for their exemption to COVID-19 testing or isolation. During their stay in Croatia, they are obliged to follow the general and special recommendations and instructions of the Croatian Institute of Public Health.

Find out more:
Request for temporary stay
Croatia – your new office

Entering this country with the EU Digital COVID certificate

Provisional information subject to further revision and confirmation from National Authorities

Holders of EUDCC can enter Croatia without being subject to further restrictions (testing or quarantine), at the condition that their certificate contains either:

Proof of vaccination;

Accepted vaccines: Pfizer, Moderna, AstraZeneca, Johnson&Johnson, Gamaleya, Sinopharm

the proof of vaccination is valid at the following conditions:
- from the day of the second dose, or from 14 days after the single dose for the Johnson&Johnson vaccine. Validity: 210 days;
- after one dose of any accepted vaccine, for people who have recovered from COVID-19 in the last 180 days. Validity: 210 days.
- between 22 and 42 days from the first dose of the Pfizer, Moderna or Gamaleya vaccine
- between 22 and 84 days from the first dose of the AstraZeneca vaccine

Proof of recovery from COVID-19, valid 180 days (at least 11 days after the positive result to a COVID-19 test).

Negative result to a COVID-19 test.
Both PCR and Rapid Antigen tests are accepted.
Validity: 72 hours for PCR tests, 48 hours for RAT tests

Children under 12 years old travelling with their parents / guardians are exempt from the obligation to present a negative PCR test result and to self-isolate if their parents / guardians have a valid EU Digital COVID certificate, or a negative PCR or rapid antigen test result, or a certificate of vaccination or recovery from COVID-19.

Entering this country without the EU Digital COVID certificate or with a certificate not compliant with national requirements

All travellers arriving from the countries of the European Union or from a Schengen Associated Country, who do not yet hold an EU Digital COVID Certificate, will be allowed entry into the Republic of Croatia, exceptionally, if they have one of the following:

Proof of vaccination;
Accepted vaccines: Pfizer, Moderna, AstraZeneca, Johnson&Johnson, Gamaleya, Sinopharm

the proof of vaccination is valid at the following conditions:
- from the day of the second dose, or from 14 days after the single dose for the Johnson&Johnson vaccine. Validity: 210 days;
- after one dose of any accepted vaccine, for people who have recovered from COVID-19 in the last 180 days. Validity: 210 days.
- between 22 and 42 days from the first dose of the Pfizer, Moderna or Gamaleya vaccine
- between 22 and 84 days from the first dose of the AstraZeneca vaccine

Proof of recovery from COVID-19, valid 180 days (at least 11 days after the positive result to a COVID-19 test);

Negative result to a COVID-19 test.
Both PCR and Rapid Antigen tests (RAT) are accepted.
Validity: PCR test results must not be older than 72 hours, RAT test results must not be older than 48 hours.

Children under 12 years old travelling with their parents/guardians are exempt from the obligation to present a negative PCR test result and to self-isolate if their parents/guardians have a valid EU Digital COVID certificate, or a negative PCR or rapid antigen test result, or a certificate of vaccination or recovery from COVID-19.

In lack of a valid certificate, travellers will have to perform, upon arrival in Croatia, a PCR or rapid antigen test at their own expenses, with the obligation to stay in self-isolation until they receive a negative result. If testing cannot be performed, a 10-day quarantine is imposed.

Some categories of people are exempt from previously mentioned requirements.

All persons coming from countries subject to special epidemiological measures are obliged to present a negative PCR test not older than 48 hours and undergo a mandatory self-isolation for 14 days. Individuals may shorten the duration of self-isolation if, on day 7 of self-isolation at the earliest, they perform a PCR test for SARS-CoV-2 at their own expense at an authorised facility, and the test result is negative.

Find out more:
Conditions of entry into the Republic of Croatia
koronavirus.hr

What are the rules to enter this country from outside an EU Member State or Schengen Associated country?

Third-country nationals who are not family members of nationals of EU Member States or Schengen Associated Countries, nor are long-term residents or persons who have the right to reside under EU directives or national law or who have national long-term visas, are allowed entry into the Republic of Croatia only in case of necessary travel.

Passengers (regardless of their citizenship) coming from countries covered by the currently valid amendments to COUNCIL RECOMMENDATION (EU) 2021/992 of 18 June 2021, can travel to the Republic of Croatia without having to prove or justify their reasons for travel if they meet the epidemiological conditions for entry into the Republic of Croatia that are prescribed for third-country nationals.

The categories of people exempted from the travel ban can be found at mup.gov.hr.

In order to be allowed to enter Croatia, travellers from third-countries are required to have one of the following:
- a certificate of paid accommodation in a hotel, campsite, rented vessel or another form of tourist accommodation, or they must be owners of houses or vessels in Croatia;
- a valid EU Digital COVID certificate.

All travellers aged above 12 arriving from third countries, including citizens of EU Member States and Schengen Associated Countries, as well as members of their families and third-country nationals who are long-term residents or entitled to reside under other EU directives or national laws, can enter Croatia without being subject to any isolation or testing requirement in the following cases:

Proof of vaccination;
Accepted vaccines: Pfizer, Moderna, AstraZeneca, Johnson&Johnson, Gamaleya, Sinopharm

the proof of vaccination is valid at the following conditions:
- from the day of the second dose, or from 14 days after the single dose for the Johnson&Johnson vaccine. Validity: 210 days;
- after one dose of any accepted vaccine, for people who have recovered from COVID-19 in the last 180 days. Validity: 210 days.
- between 22 and 42 days from the first dose of the Pfizer, Moderna or Gamaleya vaccine
- between 22 and 84 days from the first dose of the AstraZeneca vaccine

Proof of recovery from COVID-19, valid 180 days (at least 11 days after the positive result to a COVID-19 test);

A negative result to a COVID-19 test.
Both PCR and Rapid Antigen tests (RAT) are accepted.
Validity: PCR test results must not be older than 72 hours, RAT test results must not be older than 48 hours.

In lack of a valid certificate, travellers will have to perform, upon arrival in Croatia, a PCR or rapid antigen test at their own expenses, with the obligation to stay in self-isolation until they receive a negative result. If testing cannot be performed, a 10-day quarantine is imposed.

All persons coming from countries subject to special epidemiological measures are obliged to present a negative PCR test not older than 48 hours and undergo a mandatory self-isolation for 14 days. Individuals may shorten the duration of self-isolation if, on day 7 of self-isolation at the earliest, they perform a PCR test for SARS-CoV-2 at their own expense at an authorised facility, and the test result is negative.

Provisions for people applying for residency/work in Croatia

Persons who, following their application for residence/work in Croatia (including digital nomads), have received a positive decision from the competent authority, are obliged to present credible documentation upon entering Croatia to prove the reasons for their exemption to COVID-19 testing or isolation. During their stay in Croatia, they are obliged to follow the general and special recommendations and instructions of the Croatian Institute of Public Health.

Find out more:
Request for temporary stay
Croatia – your new office

Mandatory Travel Documentation

For a faster border crossing, it is recommended to fill out the form at ENTERCROATIA prior to departure.

Find out more:
Conditions of entry into the Republic of Croatia
koronavirus.hr

May I transit this country?

Yes

As a general rule, passengers in transit in the EU+ area are exempt from temporary travel restrictions.

EU citizens entering the EU from a third country, as well as their family members, irrespective of their nationality, are exempt from the travel restrictions regardless of whether or not they are returning to their country of nationality or residence.

Passengers travelling from a non-EU country to another non-EU country may transit through the international transit area of airports located in the Schengen area. Rules regarding airport transit visa requirements continue to apply.

Additionally, for Croatia, the following rules apply:

Passengers can transit without restrictions but have the obligation to leave the Republic of Croatia within 12 hours from entry, which will be checked by the border police. If they do not leave Croatia within 12 hours from the moment of entering the Republic of Croatia, the self-isolation measure is automatically imposed.

Travel is limited to the main highways and stops are limited. You can consult a map that shows the allowed highways (only in Croatian).

Passengers allowed entry to Croatia, as well as Croatian citizens transiting via Neum, will not be subject to any additional requirements and can freely travel to and from southern Croatia by car.

Passengers in transit do NOT need to fill out the form ENTERCROATIA.

General measures

Information on "EU Digital COVID Certificates" issued in Croatia

Use of facemasks

Face masks are required in all public indoor spaces. Wearing face masks is also recommended outdoors when it is not possible to keep a safe social distance.

Physical Distancing

Outdoors, 1.5 metres social distancing must be respected. Indoors, the minimum distance should be 2 metres.

Indoor and outdoor meetings, public or private gatherings and events

The following limits are currently in place:

Public events: public events, gatherings and ceremonies of all kinds must be ended by midnight at the latest, unless it is a public event or gathering attended only by persons with a EUDCC certificate, and the local civil protection unit gave its consent. Conferences and congresses attended by up to 100 people may be held, in compliance with all prescribed epidemiological restrictions.
Sports competitions can be organised in the presence of more than 100 spectators, if all spectators (including technical and organising staff) present at the competition hold a EUDCC.
Funerals: condolences to the bereaved should not be expressed through close contact.
Wedding ceremonies are allowed with a maximum of 30 people. It is exceptionally allowed to hold wedding ceremonies with more than 30 people, in compliance with all prescribed epidemiological measures.

Information on Tourism at National level

National website with coronavirus-related information for TOURISM

CROATIA.HR
SAFESTAYINCROATIA.HR (safety measures for various tourist services)

Useful Info for tourists

Border crossing procedures: UZG COVID
COVID-19 testing locations
Enter Croatia (on-line form for faster tourist entry to Croatia)

Are you a digital nomad, interested in applying for residency/work in Croatia?
If you are looking for a place to set up shop away from home, make Croatia your new office.

Find out more:
request for temporary stay
Croatia – your new office.

EU Digital COVID Certificates

This country is already connected to the Gateway and is issuing and/or verifying at least one EU Digital COVID Certificate (Vaccination, Recovery, Test)

_________

The EU Digital COVID Certificate Regulation entered into force on 01 July 2021. EU citizens and residents will now be able to have their Digital COVID Certificates issued and verified across the EU. National authorities are in charge of issuing the certificate.

The certificate provides a standardised recognition of the holder's status related to vaccination, recovery from Covid-19, or test result. Despite the European Digital COVID Certificate, each country continues to be responsible for the definition of its own entry requirements and rules, which are not standardised at the EU level. This means that what is required to enter upon presentation of this certificate, depends on the measures and entry rules in place at your destination.

Find out more:

Information on the "EU Digital COVID Certificate"

Press Release

Questions & Answers

Factsheet

Further information: https://reopen.europa.eu/en/map/HRV/7001

__________________________________________________________________________

17.06.2021

What are the rules to enter this country from an EU Member State or Schengen Associated country?

Entering this country with the EU Digital COVID certificate

Information on EU Digital COVID Certificates are available at eudigitalnacovidpotvrda.hr

Validity of the EU Digital COVID Certificate

Individuals vaccinated with both doses of COVID-19 vaccine (Pfizer, Moderna, AstraZeneca). Their certificate will be valid for 210 days from the day of the second dose vaccination.

People who have been vaccinated with a single-dose vaccine (Janssen) can request a EU digital COVID certificate on the 22nd day after receiving the vaccine dose. Their certificate will be valid for 210 days from the day of vaccination.

Individuals vaccinated with the first dose of the two-dose vaccine (Pfizer, Moderna) may request confirmation on day 22 of the first dose of the vaccine. The certificate will be valid for 42 days from the date of receipt of the vaccine.

People vaccinated with the first dose of two doses (AstraZeneca) can request a EU digital COVID certificate on the 22nd day after receiving the first dose of the vaccine. The certificate will be valid for 84 days from the date of receipt of the vaccine.

A person who has recovered from COVID-19 may obtain a certificate after the 11th day from the date of the first positive PCR test date (validity: 180 days).

Negative PCR test (validity: 72 hours) or rapid antigen test (validity: 48 hours).

Entering this country without the EU Digital COVID certificate or with a certificate not compliant with national requirements

Croatia applies the commonly agreed EU approach to travel restrictions from EU Member States and Schengen Associated Countries.

Travel from countries or regions classified as "green"

Travellers - regardless of their citizenship - arriving from areas classified as "green" can enter Croatia without being subject to any isolation or test requirement.

For these travellers, testing and quarantine are not required also in case of transit through high-risk countries or regions.

Travel from countries or regions NOT classified as "green"

Travellers aged above 12, regardless of their citizenship, arriving from areas NOT classified as "green", can enter Croatia without being subject to isolation or test requirement in the following cases:

Vaccination
- certificate that they have received two doses of vaccine used in the EU, provided that 14 days have passed from the time they received the second dose or from the time they received the first dose if the vaccine is administered in a single dose (Janssen/Johnson&Johnson);
- certificate showing that they have received the first dose of the Pfizer, Moderna or Gamaleya vaccine (entry allowed between 22 and 42 days from the jab), or the first dose of the AstraZeneca vaccine (entry allowed between 22 and 84 days from the jab).

Positive PCR or rapid antigen test older than 11 days performed in the previous 180 days, or recovery from COVID-19 in the last 6 months + 1 dose of vaccine
- Positive result to a COVID-19 test (PCR or rapid antigen test) confirming that the holder recovered from the SARS-CoV-2 virus infection, performed in the previous 180 days, and older than 11 days from the date of arrival at the border crossing point, or presentation of a certificate of recovery issued by a physician.

Negative COVID-19 test
- A negative PCR test or rapid antigen test (RAT), where the RAT test must be listed in the Common list of rapid antigen tests recognised by the Member States of the European Union, published by the European Commission. If the RAT test was taken abroad, the manufacturer and/or the commercial name of the test must be visible and the test must be issued by a health institution / laboratory and signed / confirmed by a doctor.
  If otherwise, it will not be accepted as credible for entering the Republic of Croatia. The PCR test result must not be older than 72 hours and the RAT test result must not be older than 48 hours, counting from the time the test was taken until the arrival at the border crossing point.

In lack of a valid COVID-19 test, travellers will have to immediately perform, upon arrival in Croatia, a PCR or rapid antigen test at their own expenses, with the obligation to stay in self-isolation until a negative test result. If testing cannot be performed, a 10-day quarantine is imposed.

Some categories of people are exempt from previously mentioned requirements.

Provisions for people applying for residency/work in Croatia

Persons who, following their application for residence / work in Croatia (including digital nomads), have received a positive decision of the competent authority, are obliged to present credible documentation upon entering Croatia to prove the reasons for their exemption to COVID-19 testing or isolation. During their stay in Croatia, they are obliged to follow the general and special recommendations and instructions of the Croatian Institute of Public Health.

Find out more:
Request for temporary stay
Croatia – your new office

Mandatory Travel Documentation

For a faster border crossing, it is recommended to fill out the form at ENTERCROATIA prior to departure.

Find out more:
Conditions of entry into the Republic of Croatia
koronavirus.hr
Latest ECDC Map

What are the rules to enter this country from outside an EU Member State or Schengen Associated country?

In order to be allowed to enter Croatia, third country nationals are required to have a certificate of paid accommodation in a hotel, campsite, rented vessel or other form of tourist accommodation, or they must be owners of houses or vessels in Croatia.

All travellers aged above 12 arriving from third countries, including citizens of EU Member States and Schengen Associated countries, as well as members of their families and third-country nationals who are long-term residents or entitled to reside under other EU directives or national laws, can enter Croatia without being subject to any isolation or testing requirement in the following cases:

Vaccination
- certificate that they have received two doses of vaccine used in the EU, provided that 14 days have passed from the time they received the second dose or from the time they received the first dose if the vaccine is administered in a single dose (Janssen/Johnson&Johnson);
- certificate showing that they have received the first dose of the Pfizer, Moderna or Gamaleya vaccine (entry allowed between 22 and 42 days from the jab), or the first dose of the AstraZeneca vaccine (entry allowed between 22 and 84 days from the jab).

Positive PCR or rapid antigen test older than 11 days performed in the previous 180 days, or recovery from COVID-19 in the last 6 months + 1 dose of vaccine
- Positive result to a COVID-19 test (PCR or rapid antigen test) confirming that the holder recovered from the SARS-CoV-2 virus infection, performed in the previous 180 days, and older than 11 days from the date of arrival at the border crossing point, or presentation of a certificate of recovery issued by a physician.

Negative COVID-19 test
- A negative PCR test or rapid antigen test (RAT), where the RAT test must be listed in the Common list of rapid antigen tests recognised by the Member States of the European Union, published by the European Commission. If the RAT test was taken abroad, the manufacturer and/or the commercial name of the test must be visible and the test must be issued by a health institution / laboratory and signed / confirmed by a doctor.
  If otherwise, it will not be accepted as credible for entering the Republic of Croatia. The PCR test result must not be older than 72 hours and the RAT test result must not be older than 48 hours, counting from the time the test was taken until the arrival at the border crossing point.

Children under 12 years of age traveling accompanied by a parent / guardian are exempt from the obligation to present a negative test result and to self-isolate if the parents / guardians have a negative PCR or RAT test result, i.e. if they have a certificate of vaccination against COVID-19 or proof of having recovered from COVID-19.

In lack of a valid COVID-19 test, travellers will have to immediately perform, upon arrival in Croatia, a PCR or rapid antigen test at their own expenses, with the obligation to stay in self-isolation until a negative test result. If testing cannot be performed, a 10-day quarantine is imposed.

Some categories of people are exempt from previously mentioned requirements.

Provisions for people applying for residency/work in Croatia

Persons who, following their application for residence / work in Croatia (including digital nomads), have received a positive decision of the competent authority, are obliged to present credible documentation upon entering Croatia to prove the reasons for their exemption to COVID-19 testing or isolation. During their stay in Croatia, they are obliged to follow the general and special recommendations and instructions of the Croatian Institute of Public Health.

Find out more:
Request for temporary stay
Croatia – your new office

May I transit this country?

YES

As a general rule, passengers in transit in the EU+ area are exempt from temporary travel restrictions.

EU citizens entering the EU from a third country, as well as their family members, irrespective of their nationality, are exempt from the travel restrictions regardless of whether or not they are returning to their country of nationality or residence.

Passengers travelling from a non-EU country to another non-EU country may transit through the international transit area of airports located in the Schengen area. Rules regarding airport transit visa requirements continue to apply.

Additionally, for Croatia, the following rules apply:

Passengers can transit without restrictions but have the obligation to leave the Republic of Croatia within 12 hours from entry, which will be checked by the border police. Travel is limited to the main highways and stops are limited. You can consult a map that shows the allowed highways (only in Croatian).

Passengers allowed entry to Croatia, as well as Croatian citizens transiting via Neum will not be subject to any additional requirements and can freely travel to and from southern Croatia by car.

Passengers in transit do NOT need to fill out the form ENTERCROATIA.

General measures

Information on "EU Digital COVID Certificates" issued in Croatia

Use of facemasks

Face masks are required in all public indoor spaces. Wearing face masks is also recommended outdoors when it is not possible to keep a safe social distance.

Physical Distancing

Outdoors, 1.5 metres social distancing must be respected. Indoors, the minimum distance should be 2 metres.

Information on Tourism at National level

National website with coronavirus-related information for TOURISM

CROATIA.HR
SAFESTAYINCROATIA.HR (safety measures for various tourist services)

Useful Info for tourists

Border crossing procedures: UZG COVID
COVID-19 testing locations
Enter Croatia (on-line form for faster tourist entry to Croatia)

Are you a digital nomad, interested in applying for residency/work in Croatia?
If you are looking for a place to set up shop away from home, make Croatia your new office.

Find out more:
request for temporary stay
Croatia – your new office.

EU Digital COVID Certificates

THIS COUNTRY IS ALREADY CONNECTED TO THE GATEWAY AND IS ISSUING AND/OR VERIFYING AT LEAST ONE EU DIGITAL COVID CERTIFICATE (VACCINATION, RECOVERY, TEST)

_________

The EU Digital COVID Certificate (available as of 1 July 2021) provides proof that a person has either:

been vaccinated against COVID-19 (vaccine type and manufacturer, number of doses, date of vaccination);
received a negative test result, PCR or rapid antigen, with the name of the test, date and time of test, test centre and result (self-tests are not valid);
recovered from COVID-19 (positive PCR test result valid for 180 days).

When travelling, holders of the EU Digital COVID Certificate will have the same rights as citizens of the visited Member State who have been vaccinated, tested or recovered.

The certificate provides a standardised recognition of the holder's status related to vaccination, recovery from COVID or test result. Each country continues to be responsible for the definition of its own entry requirements and rules, which are not standardised at the EU level. This means that what you will be eligible for, upon presentation of this certificate, depends on the measures and entry rules in place at your country of destination.

How does it work:

Member States issue a certificate automatically or upon request, which is issued either digitally or on paper, and has a QR code with an electronic signature;
Citizens store the certificate in their digital app or wallet and can use it when they travel;
When the verifier asks the citizen for the certificate, the QR code is shown and the digital signature is verified.

Find out more:
Information on the EU Digital COVID Certificate

Press Release
Questions & Answers
Factsheet

04.05.2021

From an EU Member State or Schengen Associated Country, may I enter this country without being subject to extraordinary restrictions?

PARTIALLY

Croatia applies the commonly agreed EU "Traffic Lights" approach to travel restrictions from/to the EU Member States and Schengen Associated Countries.

Travellers (regardless of their citizenship) coming directly from EU Member States or Schengen Associated countries and regions that are currently classified as "green" will be allowed entry in Croatia with no restrictions.

It is required that travellers show no signs of COVID-19 disease and that they have not been in close contact with an infected person.

Is a coronavirus test required?

All travellers aged above 7 who, regardless of their citizenship, arrive from countries or regions that are NOT classified as "green", are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test or rapid antigen test for SARS-CoV-2 listed on the list of Rapid Antigen Tests Mutually Recognized by the Member States of the European Union, published by the European Commission.

The tests must be taken within 48 hours prior to arrival. In the case of a rapid antigen test and a stay in Croatia that is longer than 10 days, a second test must be conducted within 10 days of the last test.

Persons who can present a vaccination certificate proving the second dose of COVID-19 vaccine was received more than 14 days ago or, in the case of a vaccine received in a single dose, a certificate of receipt of a single dose received more than 14 days ago, are exempt from testing and isolation requirements.

Persons who have recovered from COVID-19 within the past 180 days are exempt from the obligation to provide a negative test result and to self-isolate. In order to prove their recovery, passengers need to have a positive PCR or antigen test result, or a positive neutralisation test (NT) result obtained within the last 180 days and older than 11 days, or a certificate of recovery issued by a doctor.

Some categories of people are exempt.

Is a quarantine required?

All travellers who, regardless of their citizenship, arrive from countries or regions that are NOT classified as "green", and do not provide a pre-departure negative PCR or rapid antigen test, must remain in quarantine until they receive the result of a PCR or rapid antigen test taken in Croatia.

Travellers arriving from a country or region classified as "green", who transit through high-risk countries or regions without any delay, will not be required to show a negative PCR test result for SARS-CoV-2, nor stay in quarantine, as long as they can prove this travelling through.

Mandatory Travel Documentation

All travellers are advised to fill out the form at ENTERCROATIA.

Find out more:
Conditions of entry into the Republic of Croatia
Koronavirus.hr
Ministry of the Interior

What are the rules to enter this country from outside an EU Member State or Schengen Associated country?

Travellers (regardless of their citizenship) coming from Australia, New Zealand, Rwanda, Singapore, South Korea, Thailand, China and special administrative regions of the People’s Republic of China - Hong Kong and Macao, do not have to present a negative test result for SARS-CoV-2, nor are they subject to quarantine. However, it is required that travellers have not been in close contact with an infected person, and show no signs of disease.

Certain categories of travellers from other third-countries are exempt and can also enter Croatia, provided they meet the conditions (e.g. health workers, frontier workers, transport sector workers, diplomats, etc.)

May I transit this country?

YES

As a general rule, passengers in transit in the EU+ area are exempt from temporary travel restrictions.

EU citizens entering the EU from a third country, as well as their family members, irrespective of their nationality, are exempt from the travel restrictions regardless of whether or not they are returning to their country of nationality or residence.

Passengers travelling from a non-EU country to another non-EU country may transit through the international transit area of airports located in the Schengen area. Rules regarding airport transit visa requirements continue to apply.

Additionally, for Croatia, the following rules apply:

Passengers can transit without restrictions but have the obligation to leave the Republic of Croatia within 12 hours from entry, which will be checked by the border police. Travel is limited to the main highways and stops are limited. You can consult a map that shows the allowed highways (only in Croatian).

Passengers allowed entry to Croatia, as well as Croatian citizens transiting via Neum will not be subject to any additional requirements and can freely travel to and from southern Croatia by car.

General measures

Ministry of the Interior travel restrictions

Use of facemasks

Face masks are required in all public indoor spaces. Wearing face masks is also recommended outdoors when it not possible to keep a safe social distance.

Physical Distancing

Outdoors, 1.5 metre social distancing must be respected, indoors the distance should be 2 metres.

Source: https://reopen.europa.eu/en/map/HRV/7001

31.03.2021

From an EU Member State or Schengen Associated Country, may I enter this country without being subject to extraordinary restrictions?

PARTIALLY

Croatia applies the commonly agreed EU "Traffic Lights" approach to travel restrictions from/to the EU Member States and Schengen Associated Countries.

Travellers (regardless of their citizenship) coming directly from EU Member States or Schengen Associated countries and regions that are currently classified as "green" will be allowed entry in Croatia with no restrictions.

It is required that travellers show no signs of COVID-19 disease and that they have not been in close contact with an infected person.

Is a coronavirus test required?

All travellers who, regardless of their citizenship, arrive from countries or regions that are NOT classified as "green", are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test.

The test must be taken within 48 hours prior to arrival.

Some categories of people are exempt.

Persons who have recovered from COVID-19 within the past three months are exempt from the obligation to provide a negative PCR test result and to self-isolate. In order to prove their recovery, passengers need to have a positive PCR test result or antigen test result, or a positive neutralisation test (NT) result obtained within the last three months and older than 14 days, or a certificate of recovery issued by a doctor.

Is a quarantine required?

All travellers who, regardless of their citizenship, arrive from countries or regions that are NOT classified as "green", and do not provide a pre-departure negative PCR test, must remain in quarantine until they receive the result of a PCR test taken in Croatia.

Travellers arriving from a country or region classified as "green", who transit through high-risk countries or regions without any delay, will not be required to show a negative PCR test result for SARS-CoV-2, nor stay in quarantine, as long as they can prove this travelling through.

Mandatory Travel Documentation

All travellers are advised to fill out the form at ENTERCROATIA.

Find out more:
Conditions of entry into the Republic of Croatia
Koronavirus.hr
Ministry of the Interior

Contact Point
Individual requests for border-crossing can be communicated in advance via e-mail to uzg.covid@mup.hr and will be addressed in the shortest possible timeframe.

What are the rules to enter this country from outside an EU Member State or Schengen Associated country?

Travellers (regardless of their citizenship) coming from Australia, New Zealand, Rwanda, Singapore, South Korea, Thailand, China and special administrative regions of the People’s Republic of China - Hong Kong and Macao, do not have to present a negative test result for SARS-CoV-2, nor are they subject to quarantine. However, it is required that travellers have not been in close contact with an infected person, and show no signs of disease.

Other third-country nationals may enter the Republic of Croatia from third countries if they are:

healthcare workers, health researchers and caregivers for the elderly;
frontier workers (as well as e.g. athletes as stated in the exceptions for passengers within the EU / EEA);
workers in the transport sector;
diplomats, staff of international organizations and persons invited by international organizations whose physical presence is necessary for the good functioning of those organizations, military personnel and police officers, as well as humanitarian and civil protection personnel in the performance of their duties;
passengers in transit;
persons travelling for schooling purposes;
seafarers (supported by the PCR test result for SARS-CoV-2 not older than 48 hours or by PCR testing for SARS-CoV-2 immediately upon arriving to the Republic of Croatia and by self-isolating until they receive a negative test result);
persons travelling for urgent personal / family reasons, business reasons or other economic interest, provided that they provide a negative PCR test result for SARS-CoV-2 not older than 48 hours, or by PCR testing for SARS-CoV-2 immediately upon arriving to the Republic of Croatia, and by self-isolating until they receive a negative test result.

May I transit this country?

YES

As a general rule, passengers in transit in the EU+ area are exempt from temporary travel restrictions.

EU citizens entering the EU from a third country, as well as their family members, irrespective of their nationality, are exempt from the travel restrictions regardless of whether or not they are returning to their country of nationality or residence.

Passengers travelling from a non-EU country to another non-EU country may transit through the international transit area of airports located in the Schengen area. Rules regarding airport transit visa requirements continue to apply.

Additionally, for Croatia, the following rules apply:

Passengers can transit without restrictions but have the obligation to leave the Republic of Croatia within 12 hours from entry, which will be checked by the border police. Travel is limited to the main highways and stops are limited. You can consult a map that shows the allowed highways (only in Croatian).

Passengers allowed entry to Croatia, as well as Croatian citizens transiting via Neum will not be subject to any additional requirements and can freely travel to and from southern Croatia by car.

General measures

Health cover for temporary stays

Use of facemasks

Face masks are required in all public indoor spaces. Wearing face masks is also recommended outdoors when it not possible to keep a safe social distance.

Physical Distancing

Outdoors, 1.5 metre social distancing must be respected, indoors the distance should be 2 metres.

Source: https://reopen.europa.eu/en/map/HRV/7001

22.01.2021

From an EU Member State or Schengen Associated Country, may I enter this country without being subject to extraordinary restrictions?

PARTIALLY

Croatia applies the commonly agreed EU 'traffic lights' approach to travel restrictions from/to EU Member States and Schengen Associated Countries.

Travellers (regardless of their citizenship) coming directly from EU Member States or Schengen Associated countries and regions that are currently classified as "green", will be allowed entry into the Republic of Croatia under the same conditions as before the onset of the COVID-19 disease. However, it is required that travellers show no signs of COVID-19 disease and that they have not been in close contact with an infected person.

All other travellers who, regardless of their citizenship, come to the Republic of Croatia from EU Member States and Schengen Associated countries and regions, which are currently not on the green list, must present a negative PCR test result for SARS-CoV-2 that is not older than 48 hours (counting from the time of taking the swab to the time of arrival at the border crossing point). Alternatively, travellers have the PCR test for SARS-CoV-2 done immediately upon arrival in the Republic of Croatia (at their own expenses), with the obligation to stay in quarantine until they receive a negative test result. This also applies to EU/EEA citizens and their family members, that travel to the Republic of Croatia from a third country.

Some categories of persons are exempt from the PCR test obligation.

Travellers arriving from a country or region classified as "green", who transit through high-risk countries or regions without any delay, will not be required to show a negative PCR test result for SARS-CoV-2, nor stay in quarantine, as long as they can prove this travelling through.

Mandatory Travel Documentation

All travellers are advised to fill out the form on the ENTERCROATIA website. Individual requests for border-crossing and requirements can be communicated in advance via e-mail to uzg.covid@mup.hr and will be addressed in the shortest possible timeframe.

What are the rules to enter this country from outside an EU Member State or Schengen Associated country?

Travellers (regardless of their citizenship) coming from Australia, Japan, New Zealand, Rwanda, Singapore, South Korea, Thailand, China and special administrative regions of the People’s Republic of China - Hong Kong and Macao, do not have to present a negative test result for SARS-CoV-2, nor are they subject to quarantine. However, it is required that travellers have not been in close contact with an infected person, and show no signs of disease.

Other third-country nationals may enter the Republic of Croatia from third countries if they are:

healthcare workers, health researchers and caregivers for the elderly;
frontier workers (as well as e.g. athletes as stated in the exceptions for passengers within the EU / EEA);
workers in the transport sector;
diplomats, staff of international organizations and persons invited by international organizations whose physical presence is necessary for the good functioning of those organizations, military personnel and police officers, as well as humanitarian and civil protection personnel in the performance of their duties;
passengers in transit;
persons travelling for schooling purposes;
seafarers (supported by the PCR test result for SARS-CoV-2 not older than 48 hours or by PCR testing for SARS-CoV-2 immediately upon arriving to the Republic of Croatia and by self-isolating until they receive a negative test result);
persons travelling for urgent personal / family reasons, business reasons or other economic interest, provided that they provide a negative PCR test result for SARS-CoV-2 not older than 48 hours, or by PCR testing for SARS-CoV-2 immediately upon arriving to the Republic of Croatia, and by self-isolating until they receive a negative test result.

May I transit this country?

PARTIALLY

Passengers can transit without restrictions but have the obligation to leave the Republic of Croatia within 12 hours from entry, which will be checked by the border police. Travel is limited to the main highways and stops are limited. You can consult a map that shows the allowed highways (only in Croatian).

Passengers allowed entry to Croatia, as well as Croatian citizens transiting via Neum will not be subject to any additional requirements and can freely travel to and from southern Croatia by car.

General measures