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09.08.2021 Further information: https://mup.gov.hr/uzg-covid/english/286212 This site contains information regarding the conditions of entry into the Republic of Croatia considering temporary bans, i.e. restrictions in place to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Passengers travelling to the Republic of Croatia from an EU / EEA member statePassengers coming directly from the countries and/or regions of the European Union, i.e. countries and/or regions of the Schengen area and Schengen associated countries, regardless of their citizenship, will be allowed entry into the Republic of Croatia if they possess a valid EU Digital COVID Certificate.
Citizens of EU / EEA member states as well as members of their families traveling to the Republic of Croatia from third countries, i.e. those that are not members of the EU / EEA
Third-country nationalsThird-country nationals who are not family members of citizens of Schengen Member States and Schengen Associated States nor are long-term residents under Council Directive 2003/109/EC of 25 November 2003 concerning the status of third-country nationals who are long-term residents and persons entitled to reside under other EU directives or national law or who have national long-term visas, apart from persons referred to in point 1 of this Decision will be granted entry in the Republic of Croatia only in cases of necessary travel.
Passengers from the countries covered by the list of countries of the Croatian Institute of Public Health to which special epidemiological measures apply
Passengers covered by Annex I to Council Recommendation (EU) 2021/992 of 18 June 2021 amending Recommendation (EU) 2020/912 on the temporary restriction on non-essential travel into the EU and the possible lifting of such restrictionPassengers (regardless of their citizenship) coming directly from countries covered by the currently valid amendments to COUNCIL RECOMMENDATION (EU) 2021/1085 of 15 July 2021amending Recommendation (EU) 2020/912 on the temporary restriction on non-essential travel into the EU and the possible lifting of such restriction, can travel to the Republic of Croatia without having to prove or justify their reasons for travel if they meet the abovementioned epidemiological conditions for entry into the Republic of Croatia that are prescribed for third-country nationals. Persons travelling to the Republic of Croatia for humanitarian reasons related to providing assistance to the areas affected by the earthquakePersons travelling to the Republic of Croatia for humanitarian reasons related to providing assistance to the areas affected by the earthquake (Sisak-Moslavina County, Karlovac County and Zagreb County) are allowed to enter the Republic of Croatia based on the prior approval of the Civil Protection Headquarters of the Republic of Croatia and they do not have to meet the epidemiological requirements. General noteWhen entering the Republic of Croatia, passengers must show their EU Digital COVID Certificate.
__________________________________________________________________________________ 04.07.2021 Source: https://mup.gov.hr/uzg-covid/english/286212 Information regarding the conditions of entry into the Republic of Croatia considering temporary bans, i.e. restrictions in place to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Passengers travelling to the Republic of Croatia from an EU / EEA member statePassengers coming directly from the countries and/or regions of the European Union, i.e. countries and/or regions of the Schengen area and Schengen associated countries, regardless of their citizenship, will be allowed entry into the Republic of Croatia if they possess a valid EU Digital COVID Certificate.
Citizens of EU / EEA member states as well as members of their families traveling to the Republic of Croatia from third countries, i.e. those that are not members of the EU / EEA
Third-country nationalsThird-country nationals who are not family members of citizens of Schengen Member States and Schengen Associated States nor are long-term residents under Council Directive 2003/109/EC of 25 November 2003 concerning the status of third-country nationals who are long-term residents and persons entitled to reside under other EU directives or national law or who have national long-term visas, apart from persons referred to in point 1 of this Decision will be granted entry in the Republic of Croatia only in cases of necessary travel.
Passengers from the countries covered by the list of countries of the Croatian Institute of Public Health to which special epidemiological measures apply
Passengers covered by Annex I to Council Recommendation (EU) 2021/992 of 18 June 2021 amending Recommendation (EU) 2020/912 on the temporary restriction on non-essential travel into the EU and the possible lifting of such restrictionPassengers (regardless of their citizenship) coming directly from countries covered by the currently valid amendments to COUNCIL RECOMMENDATION (EU) 2021/1085 of 1 July 2021amending Recommendation (EU) 2020/912 on the temporary restriction on non-essential travel into the EU and the possible lifting of such restriction, can travel to the Republic of Croatia without having to prove or justify their reasons for travel if they meet the abovementioned epidemiological conditions for entry into the Republic of Croatia that are prescribed for third-country nationals. Persons travelling to the Republic of Croatia for humanitarian reasons related to providing assistance to the areas affected by the earthquakePersons travelling to the Republic of Croatia for humanitarian reasons related to providing assistance to the areas affected by the earthquake (Sisak-Moslavina County, Karlovac County and Zagreb County), regardless of their citizenship and the area from which they are arriving, are allowed to enter the Republic of Croatia based on the prior approval of the Civil Protection Headquarters of the Republic of Croatia. These persons will not need to present EU Digital COVID Certificates, or test or vaccination certificates, proof of recovery from the SARS-CoV-2 virus, nor will they be obligated to self-isolate. General noteWhen entering the Republic of Croatia, passengers must show their EU Digital COVID Certificate.
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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: Entering this country with the EU Digital COVID certificateProvisional 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:
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 requirementsAll 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:
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: 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: 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:
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: Mandatory Travel Documentation For a faster border crossing, it is recommended to fill out the form at ENTERCROATIA prior to departure. Find out more: 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 measuresCroatia travel information and general measures Use of facemasksFace 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 DistancingOutdoors, 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 eventsThe following limits are currently in place:
Information on Tourism at National levelNational website with coronavirus-related information for TOURISMCROATIA.HR Useful Info for touristsBorder crossing procedures: UZG COVID Are you a digital nomad, interested in applying for residency/work in Croatia? Find out more: EU Digital COVID Certificates
Information on "EU Digital COVID Certificates" issued in Croatia _________ 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" 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 certificateInformation 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 requirementsCroatia 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:
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: Mandatory Travel Documentation For a faster border crossing, it is recommended to fill out the form at ENTERCROATIA prior to departure. Find out more: 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:
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: 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 measuresCroatia travel information and general measures Use of facemasksFace 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 DistancingOutdoors, 1.5 metres social distancing must be respected. Indoors, the minimum distance should be 2 metres. Information on Tourism at National levelNational website with coronavirus-related information for TOURISMCROATIA.HR Useful Info for touristsBorder crossing procedures: UZG COVID Are you a digital nomad, interested in applying for residency/work in Croatia? Find out more: EU Digital COVID Certificates
Information on "EU Digital COVID Certificates" issued in Croatia _________ The EU Digital COVID Certificate (available as of 1 July 2021) provides proof that a person has either:
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:
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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. 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: 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 measuresCroatia travel information and general measures Use of facemasksFace 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 DistancingOutdoors, 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: Contact Point 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:
Ministry of the Interior travel restrictions 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 measuresCroatia travel information and general measures Health cover for temporary stays Use of facemasksFace 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 DistancingOutdoors, 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:
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 measuresCroatia travel information and general measures Health cover for temporary stays Use of facemasksFace 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 DistancingOutdoors, 1.5 metre social distancing must be respected, indoors the distance should be 2 metres. More info:
14.12.2020 From an EU Member State or Schengen Associated Country, may I enter this country without being subject to extraordinary restrictions?Croatia is implementing the new EU 'traffic lights' approach to travel, available on the map displayed in background, which applies to countries in the EU / EEA (+ UK). 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 arriving 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 expense), with the obligation of staying in quarantine until they receive a negative test result. 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. Exceptionally, a negative PCR test result for SARS-CoV-2 not older than 48 hours will not be obligatory at the border crossing point for healthcare workers, health researchers and caregivers for the elderly, frontier workers, 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 and persons travelling for schooling purposes. More info: Ministry of the Interior Mandatory Travel DocumentationAll 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. Documents you need to travel in Europe 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, Uruguay, 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 a prerequisite that travellers have not been in close contact with an infected person, and show no signs of disease. At the border crossing point, travellers who transited to the border crossing points of the Republic of Croatia through other countries or regions without delay, that can prove that they did not stay in these areas longer than strictly neccesary, will not be required to have a negative PCR test result for SARS-CoV-2, nor stay in quarantine. Other third-country nationals may enter the Republic of Croatia from third countries if they are:
Ministry of the Interior travel restrictons TransitPassengers can transit without restrictions, but have the obligation to leave the Republic of Croatia within 12 hours from entry.
02.10.2020 Entry RestrictionsCitizens of EU+ countries, as well as their family members, are allowed to enter Croatia without restrictions. EU+ comprises EU Member States plus Norway, Switzerland, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Andorra, Monaco, Vatican City State and the Republic of San Marino. EU+ nationals as well as their family members (regardless of their residence), third-country nationals who are long-term residents under Council Directive 2003/109/EC, and persons entitled to reside under other EU directives or national law, or who hold national long-term visas, can enter the country under the same conditions as before the COVID-19 outbreak. Third country nationals are still subject to restrictions: they can enter Croatia for business or tourism reasons only. Travelling from Croatia or returning to CroatiaCroatian citizens are allowed to return to the Republic of Croatia without any additional requirements or special measures. Mandatory Travel DocumentationBefore entering the country, all travellers must complete the EnterCroatia form TransitIn general, all passengers may travel through Croatia provided that they enter or transit through a neighbouring country. During transit, the shortest traffic routes should be used without undue delay. It is necessary to leave Croatia as soon as possible and no longer than 12 hours from the time of entry. After approving entry, the border police will check whether transit travellers have left Croatian territory within 12 hours. As a rule, the transit through Croatia can only serve to enable entry into a neighbouring country. Third-country nationals coming from outside the EU and Norway, Switzerland, Iceland and LiechtensteinIf foreigners who do not hold the citizenship of an EU/EEA Member State nor have regulated stay in those countries, want to enter Croatia for tourism, it is necessary to present a confirmation of paid accommodation (lease contract or lump sum payment of hotel/camp, permanent berth contract in a nautical tourism port, etc.). These persons are not subject to a 14 day quarantine / self-isolation measure if they present a negative PCR result of a nasal and throat swab for SARS-Cov-2 at the border crossing point, which is not older than 48 hours (counting from the time of taking the swab to arriving at the border crossing point). If third-country nationals have a test older than 48 hours when entering Croatia, they will be allowed to enter Croatia, however, they will be obligated to self-isolate and re-test themselves in Croatia at their own expense. Persons who do not present a negative PCR result are subject to a mandatory 14-day quarantine / self-isolation measure.
28.08.2020 Travelling to Croatia Travelling from Norway, Switzerland, Iceland and Liechtenstein, as well as Andorra, Monaco, Vatican City State and the Republic of San Marino, is allowed without restrictions. Travelling from Croatia or returning to Croatia Rules and Exceptions All travellers are required to fill out the form available at the EnterCroatia web-page. Third country nationals still have some restrictions in place: they can enter for business or tourism related reasons only. If foreigners who do not hold the citizenship of an EU/EEA Member State nor have regulated stay in those countries, want to enter Croatia for tourism, it is necessary to present a confirmation of paid accommodation (lease contract or lump sum payment of hotel/camp, permanent berth contract in a nautical tourism port, etc.). These persons are not subject to a 14 day quarantine / self-isolation measure if they present a negative PCR result of a nasal and throat swab for SARS-Cov-2 at the border crossing point, which is not older than 48 hours (counting from the time of taking the swab to arriving at the border crossing point). If third-country nationals have a test older than 48 hours when entering Croatia, they will be allowed to enter Croatia, however, they will be obligated to self-isolate and re-test themselves in Croatia at their own expense. Persons who do not present a negative PCR result are subject to a mandatory 14-day quarantine / self-isolation measure. Mandatory Travel Documentation Links to relevant national sources Source: https://reopen.europa.eu/en/map/HRV |
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Compulsory quarantine or self-isolation for travellers arriving from specific countries Required 14-day quarantine or self-imposed isolation, list of countries and exemptions available on the website of the Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs. End date: not available Further information: http://www.mvep.hr/en/info-servis/press-releases/coronavirus-control-str... Temporary and limited relaxation of the enforcement of driving and rest times Croatia has notified a temporary and limited relaxation of the enforcement of driving and rest times for the drivers of vehicles engaged in goods transport. This relaxation is granted pursuant to Article 14(2) of Regulation (EC) No 561/2006. It will apply to those drivers involved in domestic and international freight transport of carriage of products consisting of life and health, such as the distribution of food and related industries, including the distribution of fuels, the transport of raw materials, food for life and animal life, the transport of medicines and medical equipment, the distribution of equipment to hospitals and other public institutions. Start date: 18.03.2020 End date: 16.04.2020 |
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30.06.2020 As of 7 May, the requirement for international goods drivers to quarantine upon arrival does not apply anymore. As of 11 May, citizens from Slovenia, Hungary, Austria, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Estonia, Lithuania, Latvia, Germany and Poland, can enter Croatia without restrictions and without having to prove the reasons for their travel. Citizens from other EU countries can enter Croatia, provided they are able to prove the reason for their travel. More information can be found here. As of 16 May, Goods drivers transiting through Croatia must only use the motorways. In case the driver crosses the border on secondary roads, he must take the shortest route to the motorway to successfully conclude his transit through the country. Stopping at rest areas is allowed with the obligation of observing physical distancing, both indoor and outdoor. As of 10 June, maritime border crossing points have been reopened. On 24 June, the Croatian government announced new measures to contain the spread of the virus. As of 00:00 of 25 July, masks are compulsory on public transport (both for passengers and drivers); passengers not complying with the provision will not be allowed to take the public transport. More information on rules applying to public transport operations can be found here and here. The government has also set out a special regime for some people entering Croatia: individuals coming from Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, Serbia and North Macedonia, have to self-isolate for 14 days upon entering the country. The measure does not apply to passengers transiting through Croatia. People transiting through Croatia, to reach a neighbouring country, must check the Ministry of Interior website to learn whether they are eligible to enter Croatia. Once travelling, people must have evidence of their status and eligibility to enter that country before Croatia can permit their entry for transit. Non-EU/EEA nationals are banned from entering Croatia until 30 June. Transport workers are exempt from this provision. Source: Croatian government
20.04.2020 On 18 April, the Croatian Government took the decision to abolish the convoy method for transit operations in Croatia. Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Croatia
31.03.2020 Commercial road transport According to the latest exchange (25 and 26 March) with the Croatian authorities, the current situation is the following: · There are no limitations to transit at the border crossings when using green lanes, as defined by the European Commission communication(see Annex 1 and the green lanes map). Green lanes are open for both transit (in convoys of 50 trucks) and the unloading of trucks in Croatia; · With regards to the paper documents, Croatia is following the European Commission communication on the implementation of green lanes in order to demonstrate their flexibility; · Convoys are formed on the Slovenian border crossings with Austria and Italy. For goods in transit, they continue driving in convoy across the Croatian border but still within the country, up until the border of the next destination country. · There is no convoy for goods delivered inside Croatia. The contact point for the relevant Croatian authority is uprava.infrastruktura@mmpi.hr. Temporary and limited relaxation of the enforcement of driving and rest times Croatia has reported a temporary and limited relaxation in the enforcement rules regarding driving and rest times for drivers of vehicles engaged in goods transport. This relaxation is granted pursuant to Article 14(2) of Regulation (EC) No 561/2006. It applies to those drivers involved in the domestic and international freight transport of essential items, in particular those related to the distribution of food, animal feed, fuel, the transport of raw materials, medicines and medical equipment, the distribution of equipment to hospitals and other public institutions. Start date: 18.03.2020 End date: 16.04.2020 Source: European Commission website at https://ec.europa.eu/transport/coronavirus-response_en& https://ec.europa.eu/transport/sites/transport/files/temporary-relaxation-drivers-covid.pdf.
General information for travellers There is a compulsory 14-day quarantine or self-isolation measure in place for travellers arriving from specific countries(list available here; Italian citizens included). The following are exempt from the implementation of this measure: · Healthcare professionals, healthcare researchers and collaborators, experts in care for the elderly, and persons requiring urgent medical treatment; · Cross-border workers; · Goods carriers and other transport personnel, to the extent necessary; · Diplomats, police officers while carrying out their duties, civil defence services and teams, international organisation staff and international military personnel while carrying out their duties; · Passengers in transit. The above mentioned exempt persons will be subject to the instructions and measures adopted by the CIPH. End date: not available Further information: http://www.mvep.hr/en/info-servis/press-releases/coronavirus-control-str...See also https://www.koronavirus.hr/. Source: Croatian Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure |