Temporary Stay for Family Reunification (Croatia)

Overview

Croatia grants temporary stay for family reunification to family members of a third-country national lawfully residing in Croatia. The qualifying relationship and the sponsor's status are evidenced to the police administration. It is a settlement-capable route, with lawful time held counting toward long-term residence. Family reunification is generally not available where the sponsor holds only a seasonal-work permit.

Eligibility

Application pathway

1. 01

   Check the route fit

   Confirm the sponsor's status supports reunification and that you have a qualifying relationship.

2. 02

   Build the evidence pack

   Gather relationship documents, the sponsor's status proof, accommodation, means and insurance, passport and photograph.

3. 03

   Submit through the official channel

   Apply at the competent police administration or Croatian diplomatic mission and pay the fees.

4. 04

   After approval

   Collect the biometric residence permit, renew alongside the sponsor, and track time toward long-term residence.

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Related routes

• Stay-and-Work Permit (single permit)

  Croatia's combined residence-and-work permit for third-country nationals with a Croatian job offer, covering most employment outside the highly-qualified Blue Card route.

• Long-Term Residence / Permanent Stay (Croatia)

  Croatia's settlement status for third-country nationals after generally five years of uninterrupted lawful stay.