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Prepaid Rent Residence Permit

One-year non-renewable residence permit requiring 12 months prepaid rent in Croatia.

Estimated Cost

$95

Processing Time

~2 months

Validity

12 months

Description

Croatia offers a temporary residence permit for non-EU/EEA citizens who prepay 12 months of rent. A simple route for retirees or those seeking a fixed-term stay. Non-renewable and does not include work authorization.

Official informationLast updated: 2026-03-14

Timeline

Processing Time
1 months – 2 months

Average: 2 months

Visa Validity
1 year

No Residency Path

No Citizenship Path

Requirements

Valid passport*

12-month rental contract with full prepayment*

Proof of financial means*

Health insurance*

Criminal background check*

Cost Breakdown

FeeAmountType
Application fee$50One-time
Biometric residence card$34One-time
Card issuance fee$10One-time
Estimated Total$95