FAQs on the currency of Croatia
Can you use euros in Croatia?
Yes - and you must, as it’s now the national currency. The Euro was adopted in January 2023.
What currency does Croatia use, and what was it before?
The currency before the adoption of the Euro was the Croatian Kuna, which was introduced in 1994.
Is Croatia expensive?
Croatia is a relatively inexpensive destination where most items are significantly cheaper than at home in the UK. Backpacking Croatia is very popular for that reason.
In tourist hotspots like Split and Dubrovnik there are more high end shops, hotels and restaurants where prices will be more expensive.
Is Croatia safe?
There are generally lower tourist crime rates in Croatia than in many other European countries. As you would anywhere, do take care in busy areas as pickpocketing does exist, and use a hotel safe to store valuables.
Do you have to tip in Croatia?
A tip is always appreciated but not necessarily expected. An easy option is to tell a waiter or taxi driver to keep any change or leave some cash with them.
In high end restaurants there may be a service charge - check your bill. If service isn’t included it’s standard to leave a 10% to 15% tip. You may find there’s no facility to tip if you pay by card, so it’s useful to have some cash.
What is the best currency to take to Croatia?
Clearly euros are the easiest option and very easy to organise. If you happen to have old kuna you could take them and exchange them in a bank until 31 December 2023 free of charge for up to a maximum of 100 kuna banknotes and 100 kuna coins per transaction. For the exchange of larger numbers of banknotes or coins, commercial banks may charge a fee.
How much money to take to Croatia?
It’s often tricky to know how much money to take to Croatia or any destination. How much you need will depend on your plans and the level of luxury you expect. We advise to take cash and our prepaid Travelex Money Card. This way if you run out of cash you can top up your card on the go. Visit our Buy Euros page to buy cash or visit our Travelex Money Card page to get your card.
