Visas & Customs Requirements

Employment:

Employment of foreigners within the territory of the Republic of Croatia is strictly regulated by the Employment of Foreign Nationals Act. All foreigners must obtain a work permit in order to seek or accept employment in Croatia. Work permits are generally issued to foreign nationals who meet one or all of the following criteria:

• have obtained permission for permanent residency


• can provide proof that they will be involved in specific activities such as foreign investment, or other areas of business deemed beneficial by the government


• intend to conduct professional activities as set forth in technology transfer treaties or long-term production cooperation treaties

There are two types of work permit.

The business permit is for foreign nationals who will be self-employed, the majority owner in a business, or a representative of a foreign company with a contract to provide services to a Croatian company and who will be paid by the foreign company. Business permits can be issued for two years duration and include permission to reside in Croatia as a temporary resident.

To receive a standard work permit, a Croatian corporation must apply on behalf of the foreign national. Once the permit is approved, the foreign national must then apply for a temporary residence permit. The penalty for foreign nationals who do not apply for the required residence or work permits in a timely manner can include fines and deportation.

Required documentation:

• 2 passport-style photographs
• valid passport and photocopy of passport
• birth certificate
• Proof of sufficient funds (100 Euro/day or credit cards, bank statement etc.)
• criminal record check (no more than 6 months prior to application)
• proof of health insurance
• letter from employer
• proof of accommodation