Traditional
handicrafts like embroidery, woodcarvings and ceramics make good souvenirs, while Croatian wines and truffle products also make excellent gifts to bring home. Tourists can reclaim VAT on expenditure of more than 500 Kn. Visitors should ensure that all receipts are retained after any purchase is made, as financial police have the power to fine visitors without relevant documents. This is to prevent VAT evasion by shopkeepers.
Shopping hours: Mon-Fri 0800-2000, Sat 0800-1400/1500. Some shops in cities may open on Sundays.
Currency Information:CurrencyKuna (HRK; symbol
Kn) = 100 Lipa. Notes are in denominations of Kn1,000, 500, 200, 100, 50, 20, 10 and 5. Coins are in denominations of Kn25, 5, 2 and 1, and 50, 20, 10, 5, 2 and 1 lipa.
Currency ExchangeForeign currency can be exchanged in banks, by authorized dealers and post offices.
Credit/Debit Cards and ATMsAmerican Express, Diners Club, MasterCard and Visa are widely accepted. ATMs are widespread.
Traveller's ChequesTo avoid additional exchange rate charges, travelers are advised to take traveller's cheques in US Dollars, Pounds Sterling or Euros.
Currency RestrictionsRestrictions apply.
Banking HoursMon-Fri 0700-1900, Sat 0700-1300.
Exchange Rate Indicators| Date | Jan 09 |
| £1.00= | Kn7.83 |
| $1.00= | Kn5.37 |
| €1.00= | Kn7.30 |
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