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Researched Updated Oct 29, 2026 Last changed Oct 31, 2026 About guide entries

Essentials

City
Korčula Town, Korčula Island, Dubrovnik-Neretva County, Croatia 1
Population
2,659 in the Korčula settlement and 5,415 in the town on the 2021 census. The island had 14,594 people in 2021. 1 2
Internet Speed
No Korčula-only series is published. Ookla's September 2026 medians for Croatia were 210.68 Mbps fixed and 197.85 Mbps mobile. The same page also shows a lower pair, 93.74 Mbps fixed and 124.12 Mbps mobile. 16
Currency & Banking
Euro (EUR) since 1 January 2023. The country-prep ECB reference for 19 October 2026 is 1 EUR = 1.1225 USD (1 USD = 0.8909 EUR). 4 5
Tap Water
Safe to drink. Wikivoyage calls Croatian tap water perfectly safe, and in some areas among the best. 4
Power
230 V, 50 Hz, Type C and F (Europlug and Schuko). 4
SIM Card
Hrvatski Telekom, A1 and Telemach. The Visiting Croatia eSIM is €11 for 3 days of unlimited data (it renews if the balance is at least €11), €15 for 10 days unlimited, or €25 for 120 GB over 90 days with 100 outgoing minutes in Croatia. bonbon monthly data, the longer-stay price behind this city's cost file, runs from €4 for 7 GB to €13 for 25 GB, with 20 GB at €11. 6 7
Banking for Expats
Revolut widely used; OTP Banka (Trg Sv. Justine) for local accounts
Accommodation
Villas, Guesthouses (Sobe), and Apartments via Airbnb or Njuskalo.hr
Cashless Friendly
Mostly; cards accepted in supermarkets and restaurants, cash preferred for island buses/markets
Short Term Rentals
Airbnb, Booking.com, and local agency 'Korcula Projects' (€50-€120/night)
Budget Accommodation
Hostel Korcula (Old Town) approx. €25-€35/night (seasonal)
Best Area to Stay for Tourists
Old Town (Stari Grad) for history and proximity to ferry port
Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads
Sveti Antun or Lumbarda (6km away) for better monthly rates and quiet surroundings

Working and Networking

Best Coworking Space
IslandWork Hub (Islandcave) in SPOT Mall, Ulica Ante Starčevića 6, about a 5-minute walk from the old town. A coworking desk is €29 a day with an iMac, or €36 a day with a monitor. A dedicated desk is €480 a month. Prices include VAT. The tourist board names the same space. 11 12 13
Best Cafe for Work
Caffe Bar Servantes (Old Town) - quiet mornings, good WiFi and shade
Networking Events
Korcula Digital Nomad Meetups (FB Group); Work.Remotely.Croatia events
Social Events for Expats
Wine tastings in Lumbarda (Bire Winery); Moreska Sword Dance performances

Transportation

Best Taxi/Ride App
No Uber/Bolt; use 'Taxi Korcula' or 'Eko Taxi Korcula' (+385 91 111 2000)
Bike/Scooter Rental
Rent a Boat/Bike 'Kaleta' (Old Town); Scooters €30/day, e-bikes €25/day
Best Beach Nearby
Vela Przina Beach (Lumbarda) - rare sandy beach 15 mins by bus
Top Regional Airline
Croatia Airlines (flying to Dubrovnik or Split)
Top International Airline
Lufthansa, British Airways, EasyJet (to Dubrovnik DBV)
Highway Access
No motorway on the island. The Pelješac Bridge has carried mainland traffic since 26 July 2022. The car ferry between Orebić and Dominče, just east of town, is the island link. 2 3 18
Main Train/Transit Hub
No railway. Arriva lists the Korčula bus station at Porat bb, 20260 Korčula. OpenStreetMap maps Autobusni kolodvor Korčula by the old town. 8 15 2
Public Transport Passes
Arriva runs the island buses. The Korčula station is at Porat bb. The route page gives daily service to Vela Luka, about 40 km and 1 hour, and does not list a monthly pass or a fare. Wikivoyage lists about €6 for that crossing, about €3.50 to Lumbarda and about €2.50 to the car-ferry terminal. 8 3
Regional Travel
Krilo lists Korčula from €20. Its Split–Hvar–Korčula sailing is €25 and about 2 hours 30 minutes. On the 2026 Dubrovnik–Mljet–Korčula line (12 May to 15 October) an adult ticket is €30 to Dubrovnik, about 2 hours, and €25 to Mljet (Pomena), about 40 minutes. The Korčula stop is Obala Vinka Paletina 5. 9 17

Health and Wellness

Best Hospital
Dom zdravlja Korčula, Ulica 57 no. 5. The tourist clinic at that address runs from 4 July to 30 August 2026, phone +385 20 715 576. It is a local clinic, not a hospital. 10 14
Yoga & Wellness Centers
Seasonal yoga retreats at Tara’s Lodge Hotel (Zrnovska Banja)
Gyms & Fitness Centers
Teretana Focus Korcula (Kneza Domagoja); ~€40/month
Laundry Services
Laundrette 'Sole' (near Tommy Supermarket); €10 per load wash & dry

Food and Drink

Best Food Delivery App
Limited; Glovo/Wolt not active. Direct order from Pizzeria Tedeschi
Best Local Dish to Try
Zrnovski Makaruni (Handmade pasta with meat sauce) at Konoba Belin
Vegan/Vegetarian Options
Silk (Asian Fusion) or Arteria for creative plant-based dishes
Best Dessert Spots
Cukarin (Old Town) for traditional 'Klašun' pastries
Affordable Shopping Spots
Tommy Hipermarket (Dominče) or Konzum for daily needs
E-commerce/Online Store
Ekupi.hr, Amazon.de (delivery takes 5-7 days)
Grocery Delivery
Konzum Online (delivery to the island door for €5)
Bar/Nightlife Area
Dos Locos (Town center) or Massimo Cocktail Bar (in a turret)
Local Brewery
Pinjac Pub & Brewery (Zrnovo) - local craft beers
Wine Bars
Bokar Wine Bar (Old Town) featuring local Grk and Pošip wines
Street Food Stalls
Fish & Chips Korcula; Bakeries (Pekara) like 'Sveti Antun'
Popular International Cuisine
Silk (Thai/Vietnamese) near the Western Harbor

Culture and Attractions

Must-See Landmarks
Marco Polo’s House and St. Mark’s Cathedral 1 3
Museums & Art Venues
Korcula Town Museum (Palazzo Gabriellis)
Historical Sites
Revelin Tower and the old town walls. Wikipedia lists Revelin among the towers still standing. 1
Religious Sites
St. Mark's Cathedral; Monastery of St. Nicholas
Annual Events
Korkyra Baroque Festival (September); Half New Year’s Eve (June 30th)
Cultural Districts
Old Town, laid out in a herringbone (the 'fishbone') so the streets channel the breeze and break the wind. 1
Theater Venues
Open-air stage at Ljetna Pozornica for concerts
Local Markets
Korcula Green Market (near the ferry port) for fresh olive oil and figs
Music Scene
Live Klapa (A cappella) singing at the Cathedral square
Street Art
Minimalistic; focus is on preserved Venetian stonework
Cooking Classes
Korcula Cooking Class (Zrnovo) with local families
Art Galleries
Vapor Gallery (Contemporary local art)
Historic Buildings
The Bishop's Palace
Local Heritage
Moreška, a traditional sword dance still performed in Korčula. The town article dates it to the Middle Ages; the island article says it arrived around the 16th century. 1 2

Nature and Outdoor Activities

Nearby Nature Escapes
Skoji Islands (Badija and Vrnik) - taxiboat from the harbor
National Parks Nearby
Mljet National Park, about 40 minutes by ferry to Pomena. 3 17
Cycling/Walking Paths
Lumbarda Vineyards loop; Forteca Hill hike for sunset
Scenic Viewpoints
The cypress stair on Sveti Antun hill, in the Sveti Antun suburb, is 102 steps up to the hilltop chapel. The chapel is usually locked; the stair is the view. 3
Birdwatching Locations
Blace salt flats on the eastern tip of the island
Bonfire-Friendly Spots
Strict fire bans in summer; look for designated BBQ spots in Raznjić

Other Services and Amenities

Parcel Delivery Service
Hrvatska Pošta (Placa-ulica); DPD and GLS operate on-island
Tech Repair Services
Limited; Mobile shop 'Telemit' for basic repairs. Major repairs in Split
Table Tennis Spots
Sports Center Ferijalni (near Dominče)
Language Classes
Croaticum (Online) or private tutors via Facebook Expats group
Libraries & Study Spots
Ivan Vidali Town Library (Kneza Branimira)
Community Centers
Cultural Centre Korcula (Dom Kulture)
Gaming Lounges
Simple gaming setups at local Internet Caffe 'K' (Seasonal)
Casino & Gaming Halls
None; nearest in Dubrovnik

Business

Studio Purchase Price (City Center)
Active flat listings in Korčula, updated 28 September 2026: median €3,079 per m², typical range €2,303 to €4,006 (52 ads). The sample is not split by centre, outside or number of bedrooms. These are asking prices, not completed sales. 31
Studio Purchase Price (Outside City)
Active flat listings in Korčula, updated 28 September 2026: median €3,079 per m², typical range €2,303 to €4,006 (52 ads). The sample is not split by centre, outside or number of bedrooms. These are asking prices, not completed sales. 31
1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
Active flat listings in Korčula, updated 28 September 2026: median €3,079 per m², typical range €2,303 to €4,006 (52 ads). The sample is not split by centre, outside or number of bedrooms. These are asking prices, not completed sales. 31
1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
Active flat listings in Korčula, updated 28 September 2026: median €3,079 per m², typical range €2,303 to €4,006 (52 ads). The sample is not split by centre, outside or number of bedrooms. These are asking prices, not completed sales. 31
2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
Active flat listings in Korčula, updated 28 September 2026: median €3,079 per m², typical range €2,303 to €4,006 (52 ads). The sample is not split by centre, outside or number of bedrooms. These are asking prices, not completed sales. 31
2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
Active flat listings in Korčula, updated 28 September 2026: median €3,079 per m², typical range €2,303 to €4,006 (52 ads). The sample is not split by centre, outside or number of bedrooms. These are asking prices, not completed sales. 31
Corporate Tax
10% (revenue up to €1M) or 18% (over €1M) 24
Dividend Withholding Tax
12% final withholding on dividends paid to individuals. Corporate withholding on dividends paid to foreign companies is 10%, and it is not charged when the reinvested-profit allowance applies. 27 25
Tax System
Residents are taxed on worldwide income. Non-residents are taxed on Croatian-source income. If a town adopts no rates, the default is 20% up to €60,000 and 30% above. 22
Highest Income Tax Bracket
Korčula's compiled rates for 2026 are 20% up to €60,000 and 30% above, from 1 January 2024 under the Income Tax Act (Official Gazette 114/23). A town may set the higher rate only up to 31%. The 33% ceiling is for Zagreb. 30 22
VAT
25% standard VAT. A 13% rate covers preparing and serving food, and hotel and holiday accommodation. A 5% rate covers bread, milk, books, medicines and some other goods. 23
Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules
Yes. A foreign entity is a CFC when Croatian residents hold more than 50% and the foreign tax is lower than the Croatian corporate tax that would have been charged. 26
Property Tax
Since 1 January 2025 an annual property tax replaces the holiday-home tax. The legal band is €0.60 to €8 per m². Korčula's 2025 decision set €4 per m². A city file would raise that to €6 per m² from 1 January 2026 for the whole town, but the session date on that file is blank. A further draft, with a zone map, was in public consultation from 20 October to 19 November 2026. 19 20 21 33
Property Transaction Tax
3% of market value, paid by the buyer, when the purchase is not charged VAT. 28
Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads
Income Tax Act art. 9(1)(26) excludes receipts from work for an employer that is not registered in Croatia, while you hold digital-nomad status. The stay runs up to 18 months for remote work for a foreign employer or your own company that is not registered in Croatia, with no work for Croatian clients. The 2026 means test is €3,622.50 a month. 32 29

About these guide entries

Method
Researched
Last updated
Oct 29, 2026
Last changed
Oct 31, 2026

Checked against the sources below and compared with similar cities. Numbers in the list point to these sources.

  1. English Wikipedia, Korčula (town): 2021 census, cathedral, walls, herringbone streetsReference
  2. English Wikipedia, Korčula island: 14,594 people in 2021, Orebić ferry, MoreškaReference
  3. Wikivoyage Korčula: bus fares, Sveti Antun steps, Mljet day tripSecondary
  4. Wikivoyage Croatia: euro since 2023, 230 V, Europlug and Schuko, tap waterSecondary
  5. ECB 90-day rates: 19 October 2026, 1 euro = 1.1225 US dollarsOfficial
  6. bonbon prepaid data: 7 GB at 4 euro through 25 GB at 13 euro; 20 GB at 11 euroOfficial
  7. Hrvatski Telekom tourist eSIM: 11, 15 and 25 euro, each with 100 local minutesOfficial
  8. Arriva Korčula–Vela Luka: station at Porat bb, about 1 hour, no fare or monthly pass on the pageOfficial
  9. Krilo Korčula: from 20 euro; Split via Hvar 25 euro and about 2 hours 30 minutesOfficial
  10. Tourist clinic at Ulica 57 no. 5, 4 July to 30 August 2026Official
  11. Korčula tourist board: IslandWork Hub in SPOT MallOfficial
  12. Islandcave: desk 29 euro a day, 36 euro a day, dedicated desk 480 euro a monthOfficial
  13. OpenStreetMap, Spot Mall Korčula, Ante Starčevića 6Reference
  14. OpenStreetMap, Dom zdravlja Korčula, Ulica 57 no. 5Reference
  15. OpenStreetMap, Autobusni kolodvor KorčulaReference
  16. Ookla Croatia, September 2026 medians; no Korčula seriesMeasurement
  17. Krilo 2026 line 844: Dubrovnik 30 euro, Pomena 25 euro, about 40 minutesOfficial
  18. Pelješac Bridge opened to traffic on 26 July 2022Reference
  19. Tax Administration: property tax in force from 1 January 2025, replacing the holiday-home taxOfficial
  20. City of Korčula: property-tax decision of 20 February 2025, gazette 3/2025Official
  21. City note: 2025 rate 4 euro per square metre; draft would set 6 euro from 2026Official
  22. PwC personal income, reviewed 27 August 2026: worldwide residence, bands at 60,000 euroProfessional
  23. PwC VAT: 25 percent, 13 percent for food service and holiday accommodation, 5 percentProfessional
  24. PwC corporate income: 18 percent, or 10 percent under 1 million euroProfessional
  25. PwC: 10 percent withholding on dividends paid to companiesProfessional
  26. PwC controlled foreign companies: more than 50 percent and a lower foreign taxProfessional
  27. Tax Administration: 12 percent on dividends paid to individualsOfficial
  28. Real estate transfer tax: 3 percent when VAT is not chargedOfficial
  29. Interior ministry: digital-nomad stay up to 18 months; 3,622.50 euro a month in 2026Official
  30. Compiled 2026 income-tax table: Korčula 20 percent and 30 percent from 1 January 2024Professional
  31. CroReal active flat ads, updated 28 September 2026: median 3,079 euro per square metreIndex
  32. Income Tax Act art. 9 point 26: receipts for a non-Croatian employer while holding digital-nomad statusOfficial
  33. Public consultation on a new city tax decision, 20 October to 19 November 2026Official

Change history

    • Method Generated Researched
    • 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center) Approx. €4,200/m² (€252,000 for 60m²) Active flat listings in Korčula, updated 28 September 2026: median €3,079 per m², typical…
    • 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City) Approx. €2,800/m² (€168,000 for 60m²) Active flat listings in Korčula, updated 28 September 2026: median €3,079 per m², typical…
    • 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center) Approx. €4,000/m² (€320,000 for 80m²) Active flat listings in Korčula, updated 28 September 2026: median €3,079 per m², typical…
    • 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City) Approx. €2,600/m² (€208,000 for 80m²) Active flat listings in Korčula, updated 28 September 2026: median €3,079 per m², typical…
    • Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads Yes, Croatia Digital Nomad Permit offers 0% tax on foreign income for 1 year Income Tax Act art. 9(1)(26) excludes receipts from work for an employer that is not…
    26 more changes
    • Best Coworking Space Digital Nomad Valley Zadar (closest hub) or seasonal 'Korcula Hub' pop-ups IslandWork Hub (Islandcave) in SPOT Mall, Ulica Ante Starčevića 6, about a 5-minute walk…
    • Best Hospital Dom Zdravlja Korcula (Ulica 1); Major emergencies fly to Split/Dubrovnik Dom zdravlja Korčula, Ulica 57 no. 5. The tourist clinic at that address runs from 4 July…
    • Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules Yes, EU-aligned regulations apply Yes. A foreign entity is a CFC when Croatian residents hold more than 50% and the foreign…
    • Cultural Districts Old Town (The 'Fishbone' layout) Old Town, laid out in a herringbone (the 'fishbone') so the streets channel the breeze and…
    • Currency & Banking Euro (EUR); 1 EUR ≈ 1.09 USD. Major banks: OTP Banka, PBZ (Placa-ulica) Euro (EUR) since 1 January 2023. The country-prep ECB reference for 19 October 2026 is 1…
    • Dividend Withholding Tax 10% 12% final withholding on dividends paid to individuals. Corporate withholding on dividends…
    • Highest Income Tax Bracket 30% (Standard) - varies by city surtax Korčula's compiled rates for 2026 are 20% up to €60,000 and 30% above, from 1 January 2024…
    • Highway Access A1 Motorway access via Ploče ferry terminal or Pelješac Bridge No motorway on the island. The Pelješac Bridge has carried mainland traffic since 26 July…
    • Historical Sites Revelin Tower and Old Town Fortifications Revelin Tower and the old town walls. Wikipedia lists Revelin among the towers still…
    • Internet Speed Avg. 50-70 Mbps; Fiber available in new developments via Hrvatski Telekom No Korčula-only series is published. Ookla's September 2026 medians for Croatia were…
    • Local Heritage Moreska Sword Dance - traditional battle dance since the 15th century Moreška, a traditional sword dance still performed in Korčula. The town article dates it…
    • Main Train/Transit Hub No trains; Korcula Bus Station (Autobusni kolodvor) near the main port No railway. Arriva lists the Korčula bus station at Porat bb, 20260 Korčula. OpenStreetMap…
    • National Parks Nearby Mljet National Park (40 min ferry away) Mljet National Park, about 40 minutes by ferry to Pomena.
    • Population 3,000 (Town), 15,500 (Island) 2,659 in the Korčula settlement and 5,415 in the town on the 2021 census. The island had…
    • Power 230V, 50Hz, 🔌 Type C/F sockets 230 V, 50 Hz, Type C and F (Europlug and Schuko).
    • Property Tax Vacation home tax (€0.60 to €5.00 per m²) or local communal fees Since 1 January 2025 an annual property tax replaces the holiday-home tax. The legal band…
    • Property Transaction Tax 3% of the market value 3% of market value, paid by the buyer, when the purchase is not charged VAT.
    • Public Transport Passes Arriva Bus; Single tickets €2-€5 for island routes (buy from driver) Arriva runs the island buses. The Korčula station is at Porat bb. The route page gives…
    • Regional Travel Jadrolinija or Krilo Fast Ferry to Split (2.5h) or Dubrovnik (2h) for ~€25 Krilo lists Korčula from €20. Its Split–Hvar–Korčula sailing is €25 and about 2 hours 30…
    • SIM Card Hrvatski Telekom, A1, Telemach; €10 for 10GB/week tourist plans Hrvatski Telekom, A1 and Telemach. The Visiting Croatia eSIM is €11 for 3 days of…
    • Scenic Viewpoints Glavica Svetog Antuna (101 steps to a cypress-lined hill view) The cypress stair on Sveti Antun hill, in the Sveti Antun suburb, is 102 steps up to the…
    • Studio Purchase Price (City Center) Approx. €4,500/m² (€180,000 for 40m² in Old Town) Active flat listings in Korčula, updated 28 September 2026: median €3,079 per m², typical…
    • Studio Purchase Price (Outside City) Approx. €3,000/m² (€120,000 for 40m² in Zrnovo/Lumbarda) Active flat listings in Korčula, updated 28 September 2026: median €3,079 per m², typical…
    • Tap Water Safe to drink; sourced from the mainland via underwater pipes Safe to drink. Wikivoyage calls Croatian tap water perfectly safe, and in some areas among…
    • Tax System Worldwide income for residents; Digital Nomad Visa offers tax exemption Residents are taxed on worldwide income. Non-residents are taxed on Croatian-source…
    • VAT 25% Standard; 13% for restaurant services 25% standard VAT. A 13% rate covers preparing and serving food, and hotel and holiday…

    fix pass after the batch's independent check. Re-opened every page the sheet cites for an address, opening times or a price — the coworking space and its mall, the tourist clinic, the bus station and island buses, the fast ferries and their port address, the flat-price index, the city and national tax pages, and the euro reference rates — and everything held. Changed the SIM card item to read with the country prep in every Croatia city: the hundred outgoing minutes now sit on the 25 euro, 90-day eSIM instead of on every tier. Provenance set to this run's model and date.

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