Coworking Space Trokut in Šibenik Opens Office for Digital Nomads

The Office for Digital Nomads was officially opened today at Trokut in the presence of the Mayor of Šibenik, Dr. Med. Željko Burić, Head of the Department for Economy, Entrepreneurship and Development, Petar Mišura, digital nomad Mike Pulley, Office Manager Katarina Ćorković, and Director of Trokut, Diana Mudrinić.

As of January 1, 2021, Croatia officially began offering temporary residence to digital nomads. The digital nomad visa allows for temporary residence in Croatia for up to one year. Digital nomads can also apply for a second, subsequent digital nomad visa, but only six months after the expiration of the first visa.

– We are following the story that is developing in Trokut with joy and optimism. We are pleased that Trokut has already become recognized as a place that gathers young entrepreneurs from Croatia and the world. Here, new generation entrepreneurs who lead us into the future can find their opportunity. We believe that all digital nomads who visit Šibenik will fall in love with this city and all the advantages it offers – noted Mayor Željko Burić.

Digital nomads do not have fixed working hours or a workplace as they work as needed depending on the type of project or job they are currently engaged in. Some nomads work more than 12 hours a day, but their work location often changes. The current coronavirus pandemic has resulted in an increase in the number of people who now have the opportunity to work remotely, making the term ‘digital nomads’ more popular than ever before.

– Based on our reflections on digital nomads who often prefer to work in coworking spaces, we developed the concept of the Trokut Center tailored to them, as a large part of that space is occupied by them. That we have predicted well is evidenced by the demand for new office desks already in the first year of operation. I believe that the occupancy by digital nomads in Trokut will be more than satisfactory – emphasized Head Petar Mišura.

Mike Pulley has spent more than two and a half decades in the IT industry, working with companies such as Apple and HP, and is now a winemaker in Šibenik.

– As an IT entrepreneur, I feel that I am in Šibenik at the right place at the right time. Trokut is a perfect example of this as it provides an ideal space for IT entrepreneurs. The staff has created a program and environment where you can get what you need for business and a place where you can meet like-minded people. In my career, I have been fortunate to live and work in numerous places around the world, including the last 22 years in London, but I have also worked and lived in Central and South America and in most European countries. Thus, I have had the opportunity to explore various places, people, and cultures. After all those options, I chose to be here in Šibenik – said Pulley.

Regarding obtaining a residence permit in Croatia and doing business, Pulley is very satisfied.

– The interaction with the Ministry of the Interior was professional and efficient. I submitted the necessary documents for the application, and they made a decision very quickly. I think this is yet another example that Šibenik is the right place for entrepreneurs – added Pulley.

Director of Trokut, Diana Mudrinić, emphasized that Trokut strives to follow the trends that are currently relevant in the world of digital nomads and freelancers.

– Thus, at the beginning of this year, we introduced cryptocurrency payments, we have advice for nomads on how to apply for a visa on our website, and our goal is to assist them throughout the entire process of coming to Šibenik, from the application itself to finding accommodation and places to visit. Last week, we also signed a Cooperation Agreement with Krka National Park and today opened the Office for Digital Nomads to provide them with a comprehensive experience and support – said the director.

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