| Rule | Details |
|---|---|
| Regulatory Status | Restricted — rules apply |
| Permit / License Required | Yes — eVisitor registration + municipal tourist office permit |
| Tax Rate | Croatia VAT 13% + city tourist tax €1–€2/night |
| Permit Fee | Registration fee |
| Penalties | Up to €66,000 |
| Primary Residence Required | No |
| Occupancy Limit | Per unit |
Short-term rentals in Zagreb, City of Zagreb are allowed but subject to significant restrictions under local regulations as of 2026. Hosts operating on Airbnb, VRBO, or other vacation rental platforms must obtain proper licensing: Yes — eVisitor registration + municipal tourist office permit. The associated permit fees are Registration fee.
Short-term rental operators in Zagreb should be aware of these tax obligations: Croatia VAT 13% + city tourist tax €1–€2/night.
Key operational rules for vacation rental hosts in Zagreb include: Primary residence requirement: No. Occupancy limit: Per unit.
Zoning considerations for short-term rentals in Zagreb: eVisitor mandatory; municipal permit required.
Hosts who fail to comply with Zagreb's short-term rental regulations may face enforcement action. Up to €66,000.
Platform obligations for services like Airbnb, VRBO, and Booking.com operating in Zagreb: Yes — eVisitor system.
Apply for your STR permit or registration directly through the official government portal.
Official Source ↗Airbnb and short-term rentals are legal in Zagreb but subject to restrictions. Hosts must comply with local permit requirements and zoning rules. Capital city distinct from Split (already tracked). eVisitor mandatory registration. Growing enforcement 2024-2025. Less beach-focused than Split but growing urban STR market.
Yes. Zagreb requires the following for short-term rental operation: Yes — eVisitor registration + municipal tourist office permit.
Short-term rental hosts in Zagreb are subject to the following tax obligations: Croatia VAT 13% + city tourist tax €1–€2/night.
Hosts who operate without proper permits in Zagreb may face enforcement. Up to €66,000.
eVisitor mandatory registration; municipal permit required; up to €66,000 fine.
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