Best for budget
Spain
Lower monthly income thresholds make this option easier to qualify for financially.
Side-by-side visa comparison
Spain vs Croatia — Digital Nomad Visa Comparison
Spain requires $3,105/month with 12 months stay, while Croatia requires $3,960/month with 18 months stay. Spain wins on budget.
Budget
Spain
Long-term
Croatia
Fastest
Spain
Feature
Spain
Croatia
Minimum Income
$3,105/month
$3,960/month
Duration
12 months
18 months
Processing Time
4 weeks
12 weeks
Application Fee
$106
$87
Tax Status
24% flat tax available via Beckham Law (OPTIONAL, must apply within 6 months). Applies to Spanish-source income up to €600,000. Self-employed autónomos may not qualify. Not automatic.
Qualifying digital nomads generally do not owe Croatian local income tax on foreign employment income.
Dependents
Yes
No
Path to Residency
Yes
No
Path to Citizenship
Yes
No
Best for long-term
Croatia
Longer approved stay periods reduce renewal pressure and support slower relocation plans.
Fastest processing
Spain
Shorter processing windows can make this the better pick for near-term travel timelines.
Next step
Check Spain eligibility for your nationality
Next step
Check Croatia eligibility for your nationality