Residence and work permit for highly qualified workers with a minimum salary of €24,846/year.
Estimated Cost
$150
Processing Time
~2 months
Validity
48 months
Croatia's EU Blue Card is designed for highly skilled workers with higher education qualifications or IT professionals with at least 3 years of relevant experience. It offers enhanced EU mobility, no labour market test, and a pathway to long-term EU residence. The 2025 reform extended validity to 4 years and allowed employer changes without new permits.
Average: 2 months
Path to Residency
Path to Citizenship
~8 years
Valid passport*
Employment contract for highly qualified position*
Minimum gross salary of €24,846/year*
Higher education qualifications or 3 years IT experience*
Health insurance*
Criminal background check*
Proof of accommodation*
| Fee | Amount | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Application fee | $80 | Recurring |
| Biometric residence card | $34 | Recurring |
| Card issuance fee | $10 | Recurring |
| Estimated Total | $150 |