My two sons just became Croatian citizens and getting their passports now. They're now dual citizens from U.S. and Croatian. Now I'm trying to become a citizen because by the time I hit retirement age, the U.S. will gut social security and no one will get anything for retirement. Retiring in the U.S. is a death wish
Same here in Australia, they have already set cut of dates of birth, 1968 and after no social security any more. We fell in love with Croatia and are doing everything we need to do to become citizens and live there.
my parents r croatian,im applying for citizenship as wespeak. My sister just moved back there from Australia. Se bought a place in Split and rents out flats. i think her flats r empty in wintr, i should tell her about digital nomads and she can secure rent for a year. Thanks for your information. PS croatia is a blessing to the world, its very safe and special because lots of churches n good holy people who pray andMother Mary is always watching over it.
We had a wonderful time in Split and hope to get back soon. We would love to visit Zagreb someday soon as well. Thank you for watching and commenting, Diana! ❤
Really enjoyed this and all your other videos I’ve seen. Interestingly, I have been thinking about Croatia as an option to live. So this morning I checked to see what UA-cam‘s were out there on Visa options and your UA-cam came up, it was perfect timing! Looking forward to seeing your adventures in Croatia over the next few months. 😎 Thanks so much for sharing your travels!
Thanks again Brian and Carrie. Our list of places to visit is growing every time you add a video. Could you do a video with a map of where you started your travels and how chronologically you progressed with each country? I can see all of the work you put into your videos so I completely get it if the video doesn't get made. Best wishes to you both and hope the holidays are good times for you.
We are always looking for new video ideas Darryl, thank you. Our "Europe Top 3 Places to visit" video doesn't have a map but you do talk of each destination in order of our travels over the last year. A map would be a great idea!! Thanks again! Cheers!!🍻
@@BrianandCarrie I will go back and look at that video. We are having a difficult time working with the 90 day rules and it looks like it will be getting worse next year. I've said it before but I believe you two have the perfect recipe in life for success in the UA-cam market. Just hang in there and know people really look forward to seeing you.
Great video. The visa info was super interesting. I thought Croatia would have similar visas to other EU countries, but these options, especially the rent upfront for 12 months option, sounds great!
Its sad that so many Croatians are leaving the country because of lack of jobs and low pay. Its such a beautiful country but politics and goverment there is very bad.
There is still lots of good paying jobs however our problem is people dont pay too much work and atention to their careere and chose careeres that are not in demand like economy, merchant etc however dont chose engineering and trade jobs, i mean im an engineer in croatia i work intermational with my company and i make around 8k$ rn with more potential in future
but u have to work for international company. Can u get a job there as engineer workingfor croatian engineering company and still get paid good?@@CROengineer
Greetings from Split :-) great video. I just feel I need to add something about the renting a place in Split. Not sure is this the year you were (or are) here, or this was few years ago, but don't expect to rent a place for 350$ in Split, unfortunately that is old news, and that was the situation 3-4 years ago. Last years the renting price is quite a bit more expensive. Ukrainian refugees, and growth of tourism have affected prices. So don't expect to find anything under 400-500$, and that is one bedroom without special luxury :-( also important thing to know about renting a place is that in most of cases you can rent a place on monthly basis only from November till June at the best. From June till November people rent their places by day (touristically) and the prices go from 50-150$ per day. So do not be surprised if the landlord asks you to leave the apartment on June 1.
Hi, Tony! We are going to be in SE Asia starting January for 5 months. After that most likely Mexico so we won't be back in Europe at the soonest until 2024. With that being said Italy and Turkey are on our list. We would like to spend 3 months in Italy when we do decide to go. Thank you for watching and hope you enjoy our Croatia series! Cheers!!🍻
Croatia has a very lenient citizenship by descent programme. My great grandparents are from there. I've looked into applying for citizenship which is very possible. From what I understand, tax for citizens seems a lot less attractive. There are 2 types of income tax: 1. national income tax 2. local district tax. So, as I'm in tech and work remote, if you clear Euro 49K, or close there about, you are essentially paying 30% national tax. Then depending on the city you live in, you will need to pay more tax on top of that. So, if I wanted to live in Zagreb (for example), that's an additional 18% tax on top of the 30% national. So, at years end I would essentially be working from January through June for the Croatian government....There are a select few places (seems to be out in the countryside) where district tax is 0%, but even Split is high, I think around 15%. It definitely seems a lovely place to visit, but with a diminishing population, they are going to have to get a lot more creative to entice skilled workers and get people to repatriate there. But, perhaps from just being a digital nomad and not going the citizenship route, it would be quite nice as you explained. That or get Croatian citizenship and run like Judas to another EU country. Anyhows, great video, enjoyed the perspective very much, thank you! :-)
The problem with the healthcare is that the private section is limited when it comes to serious health care issues and you find that you will have to use the puplic healthcare which means long waiting and not best care.
@Brian and Carrie - Croatia could be an option.Now that Portugal is ruining its status as a retirement destination. Assuming ofcourse the part about not being taxed on what you earned in the U.S is true. Thanks for this video.
Thanks for all the good info in this video, very helpful. Will the extended stay allowed by the rental pre-payment option be affected by Croatia’s entry to the Schengen Zone on Jan 1?
Great video! Q: what is the availability of organic produce in Croatia? My wife and I are kinda veggie-head, granola crunchers from Oregon. Vegan or vegetarian living a decent option there?
It is optional first of all no GMO stuff for now. Lot of farmers are turning to organic produce but better check before you buy something. But word of advice best cousine in Croatia are meat and fish based but if you look hard you can find veggie support in Croatia.
For a digital nomad visa, you have to demonstrate that you have a contract with a company outside and earn 3,700 € per month !!! HUngary is, by far, the most permissive: you have to demonstrate that you earn only 2,000 € per month.
Quick question, since there's no longer a border between Hungary and Croatia, there's no record of you even entering the country, how on earth are they gonna check how long you've been in the country?
Your videos have really inspired me and my wife. Have you ever considered trying out the Czech Republic? I’m guessing the lack of peaches would not suit you 😉
We have considered the Czech Republic, Poland, and Hungary. We had that trip planned when the war broke out, so we decided to avoid the area and head to Portugal. We did make our way back to Romania and loved it. Thank you for watching!! Cheers!!!🍻
New Subscriber. I've watched video's of yours in the past but just now jumped on the wagon. My question is: When I get my rental agreement signed and notarized where do I take it and what other paperwork do I need to take with me?
From everything we have researched the police station is where you must go for almost everything. They will be able to answer any questions as well. Good luck and thank you for the sub!!! Cheers!!!🍻
Thanks for another great video was very interesting! I just have to ask who published the statistical list you showed as far as the healthcare index ranking goes? It's an honest question I would really like to know to publish this list. I lived in Germany for many years and I am presently living in Mexico and according to this statistic you show, Mexico supposedly has a higher standard of healthcare than Germany???? Not to mention supposedly Mexico ranks much higher than Canada, and I guess I'm a bit biased because I am Canadian. I'm sorry but I can't take anything serious you say after reading that. However I really enjoy your videos in general ;)
If he gets a job, he will totally enjoy it. Probably one of the best companies localy in terms of employment conditions and benefits, and work life balance. I wish him luck
in Croatia is nice if ure rich or worked in some of rich EU or world countries and youre retired, but to work here is nightmare, only u can live something normally if ure programmer and work remote for company from other normal country... its not profitable to work here, wages whatever you do are mostly 500-800€, prices of food and almost everything else same or higher than EU or other World rich countries....small wages, high prices are the reason why anyone who can leave Croatia leaves and go in any other normal EU country, in couple of last years whole families are leaving...
Unfortunately, Raja we are not familiar with your situation so we cant really answer that with confidents. You may want to contact the consulate in Croatia.
Once you apply at the police station with all documents good and they approve it, how long until you have to ID card on you? Trying to estimate a timeline for my wife. Thank you!
There is no border between Hungary and Croatia. How can they possible know how long you've been in the country if you can pass through a non existent border from Hungary and there's no record of you ever entering Croatia. Magic?
There is no border between majority of Schengen countries. Its a risk we aren't willing to take, cause even with out a border we've been stopped for passport control. Best to just stay in the 90 days 😊. Cheers!!
If you are in Croatia (or any other Country) for 183 days or more in a Calendar/Tax year then you become a tax resident of that country. Therefore, you will need to submit a tax return for income in that country and income elsewhere. Depending on the tax agreements with you home country then tax paid can be off set against any tax due.
Hello Brian and Carrie. I was very surprised that a birth certificate is required with the application. Is it really so? This is the first time I hear about it and I don't think I will be able to obtain one, since I was born in Russia fifty years ago and immigrated to US about 35 years ago. My husband immigrated 46 years ago. He has no relatives to help him out obtaining birth certificate or a duplicate. We are not going to go to RF and now it would be dangerous to do so. Does it mean neither of us can apply to year-long visa in Croatia? Can anyone with knowledge comment too? Thank you!
The most logic answer would be try to contact nearest Croatian konzulate and maybe just maybe they can find some other solution on your US paper but unfortunate birth and marriage certificate is must have for almost anything you apply in Balkan.
Croatia needs to look out after us and stop this nonsense allowing others in our beautiful country honestly im not happy people moving into our country i will not be nice as Americans treated me like shit
My two sons just became Croatian citizens and getting their passports now. They're now dual citizens from U.S. and Croatian. Now I'm trying to become a citizen because by the time I hit retirement age, the U.S. will gut social security and no one will get anything for retirement. Retiring in the U.S. is a death wish
Congratulations and thank you for watching!
Cheers 🍻
Same here in Australia, they have already set cut of dates of birth, 1968 and after no social security any more. We fell in love with Croatia and are doing everything we need to do to become citizens and live there.
Jermaine.Remember: you will get your SSA payment just six months if you live outside of US. Check ssa.gov for info
my parents r croatian,im applying for citizenship as wespeak. My sister just moved back there from Australia. Se bought a place in Split and rents out flats. i think her flats r empty in wintr, i should tell her about digital nomads and she can secure rent for a year. Thanks for your information.
PS croatia is a blessing to the world, its very safe and special because lots of churches n good holy people who pray andMother Mary is always watching over it.
We had a wonderful time in Split and hope to get back soon. We would love to visit Zagreb someday soon as well. Thank you for watching and commenting, Diana! ❤
As an EU citizen (dual citizen, Italy/United States), I love having the options to consider anywhere in the EU!
That would be a great option!!!
Michael, I'm in the process of getting my Italian citizenship. I have my Jure Sanguinis appointment Dec 6th!
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Excellent info. You folks keep getting better and better!!
Thank you!!! 😀
Thanks for another great video and I am looking forward to your adventures in Croatia.
Thank you for watching!!
Cheers!!🍻
Really enjoyed this and all your other videos I’ve seen. Interestingly, I have been thinking about Croatia as an option to live. So this morning I checked to see what UA-cam‘s were out there on Visa options and your UA-cam came up, it was perfect timing! Looking forward to seeing your adventures in Croatia over the next few months. 😎 Thanks so much for sharing your travels!
Thank you, Val! It is nice to know our video can be found in search!! Thank you for watching!!
Cheers!!!🍻
Thanks again Brian and Carrie. Our list of places to visit is growing every time you add a video. Could you do a video with a map of where you started your travels and how chronologically you progressed with each country? I can see all of the work you put into your videos so I completely get it if the video doesn't get made. Best wishes to you both and hope the holidays are good times for you.
We are always looking for new video ideas Darryl, thank you. Our "Europe Top 3 Places to visit" video doesn't have a map but you do talk of each destination in order of our travels over the last year. A map would be a great idea!! Thanks again!
Cheers!!🍻
@@BrianandCarrie I will go back and look at that video. We are having a difficult time working with the 90 day rules and it looks like it will be getting worse next year. I've said it before but I believe you two have the perfect recipe in life for success in the UA-cam market. Just hang in there and know people really look forward to seeing you.
Thanks, you two!! We really do appreciate all the support.
Great video. The visa info was super interesting. I thought Croatia would have similar visas to other EU countries, but these options, especially the rent upfront for 12 months option, sounds great!
Thank you for watching Eric!!!
Cheers!!!🍻
Great decission, good luck
Thanks so much -- great info.
Glad it was helpful! Cheers 🍻
From a Croatian, if you are moving to Croatia, never hire handymans for house work, and you'll be fine. The rest is ok.
Your family is amazing, thank you!
Thank you so much for watching ❤️
Its sad that so many Croatians are leaving the country because of lack of jobs and low pay. Its such a beautiful country but politics and goverment there is very bad.
There is still lots of good paying jobs however our problem is people dont pay too much work and atention to their careere and chose careeres that are not in demand like economy, merchant etc however dont chose engineering and trade jobs, i mean im an engineer in croatia i work intermational with my company and i make around 8k$ rn with more potential in future
Corruption and fake politeness of the people: "Let us introduce ourself".
@@CROengineer❤
its not fake, croatians r genrally nice people.@@francousmiani1234
but u have to work for international company. Can u get a job there as engineer workingfor croatian engineering company and still get paid good?@@CROengineer
Good luck , I hope you enjoy in Croatia....
Really sucks for us that Croatia is joining the Schengen... one less option to pass the 90 days outside the Schengen.
Another great video from you guys,keep up the good work!!
Thank you, Danie!!
Cheers!!🍻
Great to see you both . Thanks for a very informative vlog .. making us re think our next move . Off for a few month south of the border … then … .
Thank you, Joan. Safe travels!
Fantastic info here. Well done.
Thank you!
Greetings from Split :-) great video. I just feel I need to add something about the renting a place in Split. Not sure is this the year you were (or are) here, or this was few years ago, but don't expect to rent a place for 350$ in Split, unfortunately that is old news, and that was the situation 3-4 years ago. Last years the renting price is quite a bit more expensive. Ukrainian refugees, and growth of tourism have affected prices. So don't expect to find anything under 400-500$, and that is one bedroom without special luxury :-( also important thing to know about renting a place is that in most of cases you can rent a place on monthly basis only from November till June at the best. From June till November people rent their places by day (touristically) and the prices go from 50-150$ per day. So do not be surprised if the landlord asks you to leave the apartment on June 1.
Thank you for the update!!
Cheers!!
Thanks!
This is amazing!! Thank you two so much!!! ♥♥
@@BrianandCarrie You are too welcome, cheers!
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Great video, we were wondering if Italy and Turkey is on your list of visits?
If so when?
Hi, Tony! We are going to be in SE Asia starting January for 5 months. After that most likely Mexico so we won't be back in Europe at the soonest until 2024. With that being said Italy and Turkey are on our list. We would like to spend 3 months in Italy when we do decide to go. Thank you for watching and hope you enjoy our Croatia series!
Cheers!!🍻
You guys are a cute couple! We enjoy watching you.
Awww...Thank you so much!!😊
Croatia has a very lenient citizenship by descent programme. My great grandparents are from there. I've looked into applying for citizenship which is very possible. From what I understand, tax for citizens seems a lot less attractive. There are 2 types of income tax: 1. national income tax 2. local district tax. So, as I'm in tech and work remote, if you clear Euro 49K, or close there about, you are essentially paying 30% national tax. Then depending on the city you live in, you will need to pay more tax on top of that. So, if I wanted to live in Zagreb (for example), that's an additional 18% tax on top of the 30% national. So, at years end I would essentially be working from January through June for the Croatian government....There are a select few places (seems to be out in the countryside) where district tax is 0%, but even Split is high, I think around 15%. It definitely seems a lovely place to visit, but with a diminishing population, they are going to have to get a lot more creative to entice skilled workers and get people to repatriate there. But, perhaps from just being a digital nomad and not going the citizenship route, it would be quite nice as you explained. That or get Croatian citizenship and run like Judas to another EU country. Anyhows, great video, enjoyed the perspective very much, thank you! :-)
The problem with the healthcare is that the private section is limited when it comes to serious health care issues and you find that you will have to use the puplic healthcare which means long waiting and not best care.
Love your video's
Thank you, Ben!
Cheers!!🍻
@Brian and Carrie - Croatia could be an option.Now that Portugal is ruining its status as a retirement destination. Assuming ofcourse the part about not being taxed on what you earned in the U.S is true. Thanks for this video.
Thanks for all the good info in this video, very helpful. Will the extended stay allowed by the rental pre-payment option be affected by Croatia’s entry to the Schengen Zone on Jan 1?
We don't believe it will make any difference with Schengen.
Great video! Q: what is the availability of organic produce in Croatia? My wife and I are kinda veggie-head, granola crunchers from Oregon. Vegan or vegetarian living a decent option there?
It is optional first of all no GMO stuff for now. Lot of farmers are turning to organic produce but better check before you buy something. But word of advice best cousine in Croatia are meat and fish based but if you look hard you can find veggie support in Croatia.
For a digital nomad visa, you have to demonstrate that you have a contract with a company outside and earn 3,700 € per month !!! HUngary is, by far, the most permissive: you have to demonstrate that you earn only 2,000 € per month.
Quick question, since there's no longer a border between Hungary and Croatia, there's no record of you even entering the country, how on earth are they gonna check how long you've been in the country?
Your videos have really inspired me and my wife. Have you ever considered trying out the Czech Republic? I’m guessing the lack of peaches would not suit you 😉
We have considered the Czech Republic, Poland, and Hungary. We had that trip planned when the war broke out, so we decided to avoid the area and head to Portugal. We did make our way back to Romania and loved it. Thank you for watching!!
Cheers!!!🍻
New Subscriber. I've watched video's of yours in the past but just now jumped on the wagon. My question is: When I get my rental agreement signed and notarized where do I take it and what other paperwork do I need to take with me?
From everything we have researched the police station is where you must go for almost everything. They will be able to answer any questions as well. Good luck and thank you for the sub!!!
Cheers!!!🍻
Hi C & B
Hope you are both well, we thought you were back home and headed to Asia next did plan's change?
Hi, Fred and Karen. We have not changed our plans. We just prepared to have videos come out while we are home. Not something we normally do. 😀
Thanks for another great video was very interesting! I just have to ask who published the statistical list you showed as far as the healthcare index ranking goes? It's an honest question I would really like to know to publish this list. I lived in Germany for many years and I am presently living in Mexico and according to this statistic you show, Mexico supposedly has a higher standard of healthcare than Germany???? Not to mention supposedly Mexico ranks much higher than Canada, and I guess I'm a bit biased because I am Canadian. I'm sorry but I can't take anything serious you say after reading that. However I really enjoy your videos in general ;)
Hi, Tom. The website is called Numbeo. We left the link below...
Cheers!!
@@BrianandCarrie Opps missed that .....Gracias ;)
My son interviewed with Bugatti-Rimac in Zagrev this week. Watched this video with him. Only the USA has such overreach on taxes. It’s ridiculous.
And health care is for profit!!
If he gets a job, he will totally enjoy it. Probably one of the best companies localy in terms of employment conditions and benefits, and work life balance. I wish him luck
If you're already in that part of the world, you have to go to Slovenia -- although winter probably isn't the best time
We will be back in this region in 2024. SE Asia and Central America next year. Thank you for the suggestion and for watching our channel.
Cheers!!!🍻
Winter is perfect time to visit Slovenia if you’re into skiing and other winter sports and activities.
in Croatia is nice if ure rich or worked in some of rich EU or world countries and youre retired, but to work here is nightmare, only u can live something normally if ure programmer and work remote for company from other normal country... its not profitable to work here, wages whatever you do are mostly 500-800€, prices of food and almost everything else same or higher than EU or other World rich countries....small wages, high prices are the reason why anyone who can leave Croatia leaves and go in any other normal EU country, in couple of last years whole families are leaving...
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Hi sir ,madam
My question is I have Cyprus 5 years resident can I live and work in coratia?
Unfortunately, Raja we are not familiar with your situation so we cant really answer that with confidents. You may want to contact the consulate in Croatia.
Once you apply at the police station with all documents good and they approve it, how long until you have to ID card on you? Trying to estimate a timeline for my wife.
Thank you!
We haven't gone through the process so we can't give you an estimated time.
Usually a month maybe 21 days there is option to send a note via SMS when ID is done.
There is no border between Hungary and Croatia. How can they possible know how long you've been in the country if you can pass through a non existent border from Hungary and there's no record of you ever entering Croatia. Magic?
There is no border between majority of Schengen countries. Its a risk we aren't willing to take, cause even with out a border we've been stopped for passport control. Best to just stay in the 90 days 😊. Cheers!!
Please visit istra, it’s my favorite region in croatia 😊
Hi, Alex. We didn't make it up to that region this time. We love Croatia and plan to come back to this area soon. Thank you for watching!!
Cheers!!!🍻
Hey Guys, what are the tax implications of using the “Pre-paid rent residency for being in country over 183 days?
That is a great question, unfortunately we didn't think to research that. Sorry we don't have an answer. 😔
If you are in Croatia (or any other Country) for 183 days or more in a Calendar/Tax year then you become a tax resident of that country. Therefore, you will need to submit a tax return for income in that country and income elsewhere. Depending on the tax agreements with you home country then tax paid can be off set against any tax due.
Hello Brian and Carrie. I was very surprised that a birth certificate is required with the application. Is it really so? This is the first time I hear about it and I don't think I will be able to obtain one, since I was born in Russia fifty years ago and immigrated to US about 35 years ago. My husband immigrated 46 years ago. He has no relatives to help him out obtaining birth certificate or a duplicate. We are not going to go to RF and now it would be dangerous to do so. Does it mean neither of us can apply to year-long visa in Croatia? Can anyone with knowledge comment too? Thank you!
Hi, Anya. That is a good question. I am guessing that there would be some kind of policy that is in place for someone in your situation.
The most logic answer would be try to contact nearest Croatian konzulate and maybe just maybe they can find some other solution on your US paper but unfortunate birth and marriage certificate is must have for almost anything you apply in Balkan.
Does the prepaid rent residence permit create tax residency and the need to file a tax return in Croatia for a non-EU citizen?
Great question.
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medical care in India or South Africa is better than in Croatia?! I am Croat and it sounds absurd to me...
Okay
🇭🇷🇭🇷🇭🇷👍 great video
Thank you, Sasha!
Croatia is amazing. But Americans should avoid Montenegro. We are not welcome there.
We spent 2 months in Montenegro just last year and had a fantastic time. The people were amazingly friendly and treated us very well.
We were there last week and felt welcomed. 😅
Beaches in Croatia ?!?!??!?!
Yes...
Dont split too soon from there
HA!! I see what you did there!! 😂😂
@@BrianandCarrie 😂
Seems like a nice place to visit but not interested in living there at the moment. In the future who knows. The world is getting crazier by the day.
Croatia needs to look out after us and stop this nonsense allowing others in our beautiful country honestly im not happy people moving into our country i will not be nice as Americans treated me like shit
We will be nice to everyone from every country. Individuals can be mean, hopefully, you can find peace. Thank you for watching. ❤
EU Citezen here. We don't want to go to Croatia. Europe is big enough not to end up in a place like Croatia
Don't be ridiculous.
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