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Croatia

General Information

Capital City:
Zagreb
Population:
4.42 million
Area:
21,830 square miles
Language:
Croatian
Electricity:
220V AC 50Hz
Direct Dial:
385
Driving:
Driving is on the right. National licence or International Driving Permit required
Currency:
Kuna (HRK 1 = 100 Lipas)

Business Hours

Bank:
0730-1930 Mon-Fri, 0730-1200 Sat
Office:
0800-1600 Mon-Fri
Shops:
0800-1900 Mon-Fri, 0800-1400 Sat
Public Holidays:
<b>2012</b> 01 Jan : New Year's Day 06 Jan : Epiphany 06 Apr : Easter 01 May : Labour Day 07 Jun : Corpus Christi 22 Jun : Anti-Fascist Resistance Day 25 Jun : Croatian National Day 05 Aug : Victory Day and National Thanksgiving Day 08 Oct : Independence Day 01 Nov : All Saint's Day 25 Dec : Christmas Day

Business and social hints

General:
many executives speak a second language including German, English, Italian or Russian. Smoking is generally accepted but restricted in many public places and buildings, and on public transport. The minimum drinking age is 18 years. There are some restrictions on photography
Tipping:
Around 10% for hotels, restaurants & for taxis
Clothing:
Lightweights with rainwear for summer, mediumweights for winter with heavier clothing for inland areas
Emergency Services:
Police: 92. Fire: 93. Ambulance: 94
Hotel Classification:
Croatia uses the standard 1-star up to 5-star grading system. This officially replaced their former system � L (de luxe) through A, B, C and D � at the end of 2000.

Climate

Mediterranean climate along the coast line with mild winters and hot sunny summers. The fine weather during summer is sometimes interrupted by occasional thunderstorms which increase in frequency from south to north. Autumn and winter rainfall can be quite heavy. Continental climate inland with the more mountainous regions having a cooler climate

Dubrovnik

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Maximum Temperature °C 12 13 14 17 21 25 29 28 25 21 17 14
Minimum Temperature °C 6 6 8 11 14 18 21 21 18 14 10 8
Average Humidity (mornings) % 63 65 64 67 69 64 67 57 63 64 67 67
Average Humidity (afternoons) % 59 63 63 66 69 66 61 61 63 63 65 65
Average Rainfall 139 125 104 104 75 48 26 38 101 162 198 178

Customs

Import Allowances:
a) 200 cigarettes or 50 cigars or 250gr of tobacco b) 1 lit of wine and 1 lit of spirits c) 1/4 lit of eau de cologne and 1 bottle of perfume

Health

A reciprocal health agreement for medical, dental and hospital treatment exists with the United Kingdom. For UK Nationals to obtain treatment a UK passport will be required. If you are a UK resident but not a UK national, you will need a certificate of insurance from the HM Revenue & Customs Centre for Non-residents. Further details are available from www.dh.gov.uk.

Compulsary Vaccinations
None.
Recommended Immunisations
Diphtheria, Tetanus, Hepatitis A. <b>In addition:</b> Hepatitis B, Tick-Borne Encephalitis & Rabies are also recommended to those travelling to Croatia frequently or intending to spend extended time here.
Risks
None. <b>GENERAL INFO FOR ALL TRAVELLERS:</b> Details listed can occasionally change at very short notice and it's recommended that all travellers seek advice from their Practice Nurse, GP or Travel Clinic when planning a visit to Croatia. It should be noted that some vaccinations and treatments may require one or more visits and should be planned well in advance of travel. Primary courses and boosters should always be up to date as recommended for life in the UK. This should include vaccines given to special groups due to complications or risk exposure such as Hepatitis B for health care workers, influenza and pneumococcal vaccines for the elderly etc.

Immigration and Passport

Passports or passport replacing documents must be valid for period of intended stay. Exceptions:- a) Those residing in Croatia may enter with travel documents valid on arrival.

The following DO NOT require a visa: 1) Nationals of Croatia. a) Holders of Re-entry permits issued to alien residents by Croatia. 2) For stays up to 90 days by: a) Holders of British passports endorsed "British Citizen" b) Holders of British passports endorsed "British Overseas Territories Citizen" or "British Overseas Citizen" or "British National (Overseas)" provided passport contains Certificate of Entitlement to the right of abode issued by the UK or the holder is entitled to re-admission to the UK. c) Holder British National (Overseas) or British Overseas Territories Citizen d) Nationals of Albania, Andorra, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Australia, Austria, Barbados, Bahamas, Belgium, Bosnia Herzegovina, Brazil, Brunei Darussalam, Bulgaria, Canada, Chile, Costa Rica, Cyprus, Czech Rep, Denmark, El Salvador, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Guatemala, Honduras, Hong Kong (SAR China passports), Hungary, Iceland, Ireland (Rep of), Israel, Italy, Japan, Korea (Rep of), Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Macao (SAR China passports), Macedonia (FYROM), Malaysia, Malta, Mauritius, Mexico, Monaco, Montenegro, Netherlands, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Norway, Panama, Paraguay, Poland, Portugal, Romania, San Marino, Serbia, Seychelles, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, St. Kitts- Nevis, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, USA, Uruguay, Vatican City & Venezuela. e) Holders of Chinese Taipei passports.

Entry requirements may change from time to time and should be checked with the Croatian Embassy or Consulate.

Useful Contacts

Embassy

Embassy of Croatia 21 Conway Street London W1T 6BN tel: +44 20 7387 1144 fax: +44 20 7387 0936 e-mail: croemb.london@mvp.hr web: www.uk.mfa.hr hours: 1100-1400 (Mon-Thur), 100-1200 (Fri) Please phone before visiting.

Airports

  • Dubrovnik
  • Osijek
  • Pula
  • Split
  • Zagreb

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