Is Croatia in the Schengen area?
Yes
Yes. Croatia joined the Schengen area on 1 January 2023 and is a full member.
- In Schengen area?
- Yes
- EU member?
- Yes
- Joined Schengen
- 1 January 2023
Croatia became the 27th Schengen country on 1 January 2023, removing border checks with its neighbours. It is both an EU member and a full member of the Schengen area.
Many travellers still think of Croatia as a separate destination, but for the 90/180 rule it is fully inside the zone.
What this means for your 90 days
Time in Croatia is pooled with the rest of the Schengen area against your 90 days in any 180.
Keeping track of your 90 days across the whole 180-day window? Use the free 90/180 calculator and read the full rule explainer.
Frequently asked questions
Is Croatia in the Schengen area?
Yes. Croatia joined the Schengen area on 1 January 2023 and is a full member.
Do days spent in Croatia count towards my Schengen 90/180 days?
Time in Croatia is pooled with the rest of the Schengen area against your 90 days in any 180.
Is Croatia in the EU?
Yes - Croatia is a member of the European Union. EU membership and Schengen membership are separate, though: here the country is in both.
Sources
- European Commission - The Schengen area - verified 11 Jun 2026