Croatia travel advice

Explore our complete guide to Croatia with the latest travel advice for travellers and holidaymakers including official updates and local travel tips for Croatia.

The beautiful island of Rab, Croatia © xevibp - Fotolia.com
The beautiful island of Rab, Croatia © xevibp - Fotolia.com

Croatia travel guide - essential info

Below is a beginner's guide to Croatia with essential travel facts such as dominant language spoken, typical flight time from the UK and the local currency. You can also check whether visas are required and what plug adapter you need to pack.

Croatia - quick facts
Flight time✝ 2.5 hours
Time difference UK +1 hour
Language(s) Croatian, English
Currency Euro
Electricity C + F plug (230V)
Driving side Right

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✝ = Typical flight time from the UK.

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Croatia weather

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Croatia travel advice

Check the latest travel advice on visiting Croatia from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.

Learn more about the current safety and security risks from terrorism, natural disasters and more. Read about the local laws and customs to consider when travelling around Croatia.

Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

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Croatia travel health

Find out more about staying safe when travelling to Croatia with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.

Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in Croatia, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.

Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

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Croatia covid live updates

Check the latest live updates on Covid-19 in Croatia with the vaccination requirements, current available statistics and up-to-date travel advice from government agencies.

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Croatia travel features

Do you want to learn more about Croatia? Read our latest features covering travel tips and insider destination guides on where to go and what to do in Croatia.

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Croatia FAQs

Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to Croatia including the current entry restrictions, covid rules, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.

Are there entry restrictions to Croatia due to Covid-19?

Croatia is open for tourism from the UK. There are no special entry requirements for Croatia.

Check out Ministry of Health, Croatia for more information.

Do I need to quarantine in the UK if I travel from Croatia?

You do not need to quarantine on arrival in the UK from Croatia. The UK no longer requires a passenger locator form, Covid-19 test or proof of vaccination.

What is the flight time to Croatia from the UK?

The flight time to Croatia from the UK is typically 2.5 hours.

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What is the time difference between Croatia and the UK?

The time difference between Croatia and the UK is UK time+1 hour.

What is the main language spoken in Croatia?

The main languages spoken in Croatia are Croatian and English.

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What is the currency in Croatia?

The currency in Croatia is the Euro (EUR).

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Which plugs are used in Croatia?

Croatia uses electrical plug type C + F (230 Volts).

Which side of the road do they drive on in Croatia?

They drive on the right side of the road in Croatia.

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