Driving in Croatia: The Rules

Drive on the right side of the road

No right turn on red

At unmarked intersections priority goes to the car on the right

Alcohol

Permitted blood level of alcohol 0.5%

fine: 500-3000HRK
       

Headlights

must be turned ON during the day

fine: 300HRK

Speed limit

50kph cities

90kph outskirts

110kph major roads

130kph motorways

fine: 300-3000HRK

Seatbelts

compulsory for all passengers

fine: 500HRK

Mobile Phones

use is not permitted while driving except for hands-free systems

fine: 500HRK

See more on cell phones in Croatia

Parking

fines for illegal parking run from 300 to 400HRK

In case of an accident

In the event of any major damage or theft a European Acccident Report" form (located in the glove compartment in a rental car) must be filled in and signed by all parties involved in the accident.

See more on Auto Insurance in Croatia.

Emergency road assistance

Call 987

Car Rental in Croatia

Getting Around Croatia by Car

Driving to Croatia

Road Distances in Croatia

Croatia Road Map

Getting Around Croatia

Getting to Croatia

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