Croatia Popular
Republic of Croatia
Basic Information
Capital
Zagreb
Zagreb
Major Cities
Zagreb, Split, Rijeka, Osijek, Zadar
Zagreb, Split, Rijeka, Osijek, Zadar
Population
3900000
3900000
Area
56594 km²
56594 km²
Official Languages
Croatian
Croatian
Time Zones
UTC+1
UTC+1
Country Code
HRV
HRV
Calling Code
+385
+385
Infrastructure
Driving Side
Right Side
Right Side
Power Plugs
Type C, Type F
Type C, Type F
Voltage
230V
230V
Frequency
50Hz
50Hz
Travel Score
8.0/10
Excellent for Travel
Climate
Mediterranean climate on coast, continental inland. Hot summers and mild winters.
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History & Culture
Historical Background
Balkan country with complex history. Former Yugoslavia member, now independent EU member.
Cultural Highlights
Adriatic coastline, medieval cities, Game of Thrones filming locations, and Mediterranean culture.
Visa & Entry Information
Vietnamese Citizens
Schengen visa required. Tourist visa allows 90 days within 180-day period.US Citizens
No visa required for stays up to 90 days for tourism.EU Citizens
EU citizens can enter freely with valid ID.Technology & Connectivity
SIM Card Info
SIM cards from A1, Tele2, and Telemach. Good coverage in populated areas.
Currency Information
Currency Name
Euro
Euro
Currency Code
EUR
EUR
Symbol
€
€
Daily Budget
Backpacker
$30.00/day
Mid-range
$65.00/day
Luxury
$150.00/day
Transportation
Safety & Health
Safety Overview
Generally safe with standard precautions. Some areas still affected by past conflicts.
Safety Rating
4/5
Emergency Numbers
{"police": "192", "fire": "193", "ambulance": "194", "emergency": "112"}
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