🛂 Visa comparison
Croatia vs Indonesia digital nomad visa
Two of the nomad visas Americans compare most, side by side: what each asks for, how long it lasts, where it leads, and what life costs in each country.
The short version
- Croatia's income bar is lower: about $2,918 a month vs $5,000.
- Life is cheaper in Indonesia: from $787 a month all-in in Denpasar, vs $1,821 in Zagreb.
- Lighter tax once resident in Croatia (friendly vs moderate).
Side by side
| Measure | 🇭🇷 Croatia | 🇮🇩 Indonesia |
|---|---|---|
| 🛂 Visa | Digital Nomad Permit | E33G Remote Worker KITAS |
| 💵 Income needed | ~€2,540/mo or €30,470 savings | $60,000/yr (official), sources conflict, some cite lower; verify at application |
| ≈ In US dollars | $2,918/mo | $5,000/mo |
| 💳 Fees | ~€100 | ~$150-400 all-in |
| ⏳ Length | Up to 12-18 months | 1 yr |
| 🔁 Renewal | No, must leave 6 months before reapplying | Yes |
| 🏠 Path to residency | No, DNV years don't count toward PR | KITAS years can build toward KITAP (PR) on some routes |
| 🧾 Tax once resident | 🟢 Friendly · Worldwide income, top 35.4% | 🟡 Moderate · Local income only, top 35% |
| 🗓️ Visa-free visit first | 90 days | 30 days |
| 💰 Cheapest city, all-in | $1,821 · Zagreb | $787 · Denpasar |
General reference, not immigration or tax advice. Income figures in US dollars are converted at current rates from each visa's own requirement; confirm with the consulate before applying.