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Student Residence Permit

Temporary residence permit for third-country nationals enrolled in Croatian educational institutions.

Estimated Cost

$95

Processing Time

~2 months

Validity

12 months

Description

Croatia's Student Residence Permit allows non-EU/EEA citizens to reside in Croatia for secondary or university-level education. Students may work up to 20 hours per week during the academic year. After graduation, students can remain for up to 1 year to seek employment or establish a business.

Official informationLast updated: 2026-03-14

Timeline

Processing Time
1 months – 2 months

Average: 2 months

Visa Validity
1 year

Path to Residency

Path to Citizenship

~8 years

Requirements

Valid passport*

Proof of enrollment at Croatian educational institution*

Proof of financial means (~€460/month)*

Health insurance*

Criminal background check*

Proof of accommodation*

Cost Breakdown

FeeAmountType
Application fee$50Recurring
Biometric residence card$34Recurring
Card issuance fee$10Recurring
Estimated Total$95