Traffic rules

Traffic rules Croatia

General:

Croatia has a very well-developed route network with optimal connections to the cities. It should be noted that the indicator must remain set throughout an overtaking manoeuvre. It is essential to stop when a school bus is flashing, even if no children are getting on or off. Violating this requirement can be costly. In the event of an accident, both parties involved must put up their warning triangles. In Croatia, a toll is charged for almost all motorway sections.

Driving licence:

An international driver’s license is not required.

Promise limit:

All over Croatia there is an absolute ban on drinking and driving, i.e. 0.0 per mille limit.

Fines:

Drunk driving: from 94 – 2,000 euros
Telephoning without a hands-free device: from 70 euros
Speeding: from 40 euros
Red light: from 140 euros
Overtaking ban disregarded: from 40 euros
Parking ban: from 40 euros

Other:

Similar traffic rules apply as everywhere else in Europe. Speed limits are 50 km/h in cities and 90 km/h on rural roads. On motorways it is also allowed to drive 130 km/h. Dipped headlights must also be switched on during the day and high-visibility vests are compulsory throughout Croatia.