Cathedral of St James in Šibenik

Entry requirements vary by passport. Check the requirements for your specific passport on the Croatia page at Yoogo.

Croatia adopted the euro (EUR) in January 2023. Cards are widely accepted throughout the country, including at smaller restaurants and shops. ATMs are plentiful. Carry some cash for rural areas, island markets, and small businesses.

Croatia is a safe destination with low crime rates. Petty theft can occur at tourist hotspots, beaches, and on overnight ferries. Follow standard precautions with valuables. Earthquakes occasionally affect inland areas. In summer, forest fires can pose a risk on the Dalmatian coast. The unified emergency number 112 connects all services.

Buses are the backbone of intercity transport, connecting Zagreb with Split, Dubrovnik, and the coast reliably. Croatia Airlines and budget carriers offer domestic flights. Ferries connect the mainland with over 50 inhabited islands and are essential for island-hopping. Car hire is practical for exploring inland areas and reaching smaller island towns. Zagreb has a tram network.

June and September are the sweet spots for the Dalmatian coast: warm sea temperatures, long days, and fewer crowds than peak July and August. Dubrovnik in particular is extremely busy in midsummer. May and October are excellent for cultural sightseeing. Zagreb and inland Plitvice Lakes are pleasant year-round, with winter often quiet and snowy.

Croatian is the official language. English is widely spoken in tourist areas, hotels, and restaurants, particularly along the Dalmatian coast and in Zagreb. Italian is understood in the Istria region, which has a historic Italian-speaking community.

No vaccinations are required for standard travel to Croatia. Tick-borne encephalitis vaccination is sometimes recommended for those planning hiking or camping in forested areas. Routine immunisations should be up to date. Tap water is safe to drink.

Tipping is appreciated but not mandatory. In restaurants, leaving 10–15% for good service is customary. For taxis, rounding up the fare is the norm. At cafes, rounding up the bill or leaving small change is a friendly gesture.

Croatia has excellent 4G coverage with strong 5G rollout in cities. The main providers are A1, HT, and Tele2. EU roaming rules allow European SIMs to work without extra charges. Tourist SIM cards and prepaid options are available at airports and phone shops. Wi-Fi is widely available at hotels, cafes, and restaurants.