Residence permit for Croatian emigrants and descendants with automatic work authorization and relaxed requirements.
Estimated Cost
$95
Processing Time
~2 months
Validity
24 months
Introduced in March 2025, this residence category provides temporary residence for up to 2 years for Croatian emigrants, their descendants, and family members. Applicants are exempt from financial means and health insurance requirements. Includes automatic work authorization. Diaspora members have a reduced permanent residency requirement of 3 years instead of 5.
Average: 2 months
Path to Residency
Path to Citizenship
~5 years
Valid passport*
Proof of Croatian heritage/emigration connection*
Criminal background check*
| Fee | Amount | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Application fee | $50 | Recurring |
| Biometric residence card | $34 | Recurring |
| Card issuance fee | $10 | Recurring |
| Estimated Total | $95 |