🇭🇷 Import Customs & Duties: Croatia
Quick Facts
Duty-free threshold
$0
Duty applies from $0
VAT / Sales Tax
25%
CIF value + duty. Reduced rate of 13% for tourist accommodation, food services, newspapers. Super-reduced 5% for bread, milk, books, medicines, medical equipment.
Clearance Time
1-5 days
typical processing
Duty Rates by Category
| Category | Duty Rate | HS Chapter |
|---|---|---|
| Electronics | 0-3.7% (smartphones 0%, laptops 0%, TVs 14%) | HS 85 |
| Clothing | 12% (knitted garments 12%, woven shirts 12%) | HS 61-62 |
| Footwear | 8-17% (leather shoes 8%, sports shoes 16.9%) | HS 64 |
| Food products | 0-26% (meat 12.8%, dairy 9-36%, wine 13.1 EUR/hl) | HS 01-24 |
| Machinery | 0-4% (industrial machinery 0%, pumps 1.7%) | HS 84 |
| Cosmetics | 2.5-6.5% (perfumes 6.5%, skincare 2.5%) | HS 33 |
| Books | 0% | HS 49 |
| Toys | 0-4.7% (video game consoles 0%, dolls 4.7%) | HS 95 |
Rates shown are for standard goods. Exact rate depends on the HS code of your item.
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Customs Clearance Process
Croatian Customs Administration (Carinska uprava) follows EU Union Customs Code. Joined Schengen and euro zone in January 2023. Electronic declarations via HRAIS customs system. Rijeka port (major Adriatic cargo hub) and Zagreb airport are main entry points. Hrvatska posta handles postal customs. IOSS for VAT from €0.
What to Actually Expect
EU customs, still adjusting as newer member. Joined Schengen and eurozone in 2023, which significantly simplified border procedures. Postal parcels can take 2-5 days. Express couriers 1-2 days. Border with non-EU Serbia and Bosnia means active customs enforcement on those crossings. System improving steadily but occasional bureaucratic delays persist.
Required Documents
Commercial Invoice
Item description, quantity, value, sender and receiver details
Packing List
Detailed description of contents in each package
Customs Declaration (CN22/CN23)
Required for postal shipments
Air Waybill (AWB)
Generated by the carrier when booking the shipment
Certificate of Origin
May be required for reduced duties (FTA/preferential rates)
Export/Import License
For restricted goods (electronics, medicines, chemicals)
Import License Requirements
EU-standard licensing. Required for agricultural quotas, dual-use goods, weapons. Since January 2023 euro zone member, import payments simplified, no more currency exchange needed. HAPIH (Croatian Agency for Agriculture and Food) for food safety.
Certificate of Origin
Issued by Croatian Chamber of Economy (HGK, Hrvatska gospodarska komora). EUR.1 movement certificate for EU FTA partners. REX system for registered exporters.
Learn more →Prohibited & Restricted Items
Prohibited
- xNarcotics and illegal drugs
- xExplosives and flammable materials
- xWeapons and ammunition
- xCounterfeit goods
- xCounterfeit currency and documents
Restricted (permit required)
- !Medicines and pharmaceuticals
- !Food and beverages
- !Plants and seeds
- !Electronics (lithium batteries)
- !Perfumes and cosmetics (volume limits)
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Duty & Tax Estimate
Estimated import charges when shipping goods to Croatia:
| Goods Value | Duty | VAT/Tax | Total Charges |
|---|---|---|---|
| $50 | $2 | $13 | $15 |
| $100 | $4 | $26 | $30 |
| $200 | $8 | $52 | $61 |
| $500 | $21 | $130 | $151 |
| $1000 | $42 | $261 | $303 |
Estimates only. Actual duties depend on product category and HS code.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the duty-free threshold for Croatia?
Croatia has no duty-free threshold. All imported goods are subject to duties regardless of their value.
What is the VAT rate on imports to Croatia?
The VAT/tax rate on imports to Croatia is 25%. VAT applies to: CIF value + duty. Reduced rate of 13% for tourist accommodation, food services, newspapers. Super-reduced 5% for bread, milk, books, medicines, medical equipment.
How long does customs clearance take in Croatia?
Typical customs clearance in Croatia takes 1-5 days. Express shipments usually clear faster.
What documents are needed to import into Croatia?
To import into Croatia, you typically need: commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading/airway bill, and customs declaration. Some goods may require a certificate of origin or import license.
What items are prohibited from import into Croatia?
Croatia prohibits the import of narcotics, weapons, counterfeit goods, certain animal products, and hazardous materials. Restrictions may also apply to alcohol, tobacco, pharmaceuticals, and certain electronics.