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Law firm Vaić & Dvorničić Ltd. > Administrative law
18 February
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Croatian employment service – rights and obligations of unemployed persons

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The status of an unemployed person in the Republic of Croatia entails certain rights and obligations, which are regulated by legislation and the regulations of the Croatian Employment Service (HZZ). One of the key rights is the right to financial compensation, with clearly defined conditions for its entitlement. Additionally, unemployed persons have access to counseling services, education, and health insurance. Right to financial compensation The right to financial compensation during unemployment in the Republic of Croatia is regulated by the Labour Market Act and represents a key form of financial protection for unemployed persons during periods without employment. To be eligible for financial...

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17 February
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Croatian employment service – active employment policy measures

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The Croatian Employment Service (Hrvatski zavod za zapošljavanje) is a public institution that regulates the labor market in Croatia, providing support to unemployed individuals and employers through counseling, financial assistance, and training programs. Active employment policy measures are introduced at the beginning of each calendar year. For each measure, the Croatian Employment Service determines the following: target groups, the amount of support (which depends on the education level of the subsidized individual), the minimum gross wage, and the duration of the measure Measures catalog for 2025 Employment support and Green/Digital employment support – This support is intended for employers who hire vulnerable groups,...

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06 February
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Immigration to Croatia

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in Administrative law, Labor law

Croatia is positioned centrally in Europe, which means that the majority of Central European countries can be easily reached by car from northwestern Croatia. For example, from Rijeka you can reach by car in 6-8 hours Milan in Italy, Lugano in Switzerland, Munich, Germany, Vienna in Austria, Bratislava in Slovakia, Budapest in Hungary. Also has a very mild climate suitable for life, and a very low rate of street crime. Considering the above mentioned, Croatia has very good preconditions for immigration, especially business people outside the EU who want to create a new business and the vital center of the EU,...

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18 January
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Amendments to the foreigners act

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The draft proposal for amendments to the Foreigners Act was open for public consultation from February 28 to March 14. The purpose of these amendments is, among other things, to align with the new EU Blue Card Directive, which aims to facilitate the arrival of highly skilled labor. Additionally, the goal is to increase the efficiency of employing foreign workers, better regulate employment conditions for foreign workers, protect domestic workers, ensure the return of emigrated Croatian citizens, and secure the necessary workforce for the economy. The law entered into force on March 15th, 2025. Changes The validity period of residence and work...

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17 January
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Digital services of the financial agency (FINA)

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Commercial services FINA (Financial Agency) is a Croatian state institution that provides a wide range of services in the fields of finance, accounting, and public services, aiming to improve the business environment and promote economic stability. It was established to ensure transparency and efficiency in the financial sector. FINA also facilitates the digital transformation of businesses through innovative services such as e-Signature, e-Archive, and e-Invoice. These services help entrepreneurs and public institutions comply with regulations, reduce paperwork, and enhance the security of business processes. FINA contributes to the modernization of administrative tasks, enabling faster and more efficient business management while increasing...

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17 January
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Digital services of the financial agency

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Public services FINA (Financial Agency), a Croatian state institution providing services in finance, accounting, and digital business, aims to modernize and improve the business environment. It offers tools such as e-Signature, e-Archive, and e-Invoice, which facilitate compliance with regulations, reduce administrative burdens, and increase business security. In line with digitalization, FINA is developing comprehensive digital public services, which will be discussed further below. Digital services – public services The Register of Annual Financial Statements (RGFI) is a public service that provides access to the financial statements of business entities in the Republic of Croatia. Through this register, annual and consolidated financial statements, audit...

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10 September
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Stay and work of third-country nationals in the Republic of Croatia

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in Administrative law, Labor law

We aim to lead in each practice and area of law we work in. Coming from in-depth understanding of the law and the industry, capitalizing on extensive experience, we provide hands-on advice that speaks the language of our client’s business. Whether in aviation, sales and distribution, antitrust, corporate and M&A, finance, employment, energy, IP, litigation, TMT, real estate, or any other area of law, our clients can expect excellence and commitment to their objectives. Ensuring the operational functioning of the organisation, the development of external relations, management of press relations and constant communication with the press....

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09 March
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Stay and Work of Foreigners in Croatia

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Temporary Stay of Foreigners in Croatia Foreigners who wish to stay in Croatia for more than 3 months or work in Croatia must regulate their stay in the country. Reasons for which a temporary stay may be granted: Family reunification Education (secondary level) and studies Scientific research Humanitarian reasons Employment Work of a transferred worker The application for a temporary residence and work permit can be submitted by the employer to the police authority or police station at the foreigner’s future place of residence. The temporary stay permit is issued for a period of up to 1 year. The application for an extension of the temporary residence permit must be submitted...

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09 March
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Foreign Workers in the Republic of Croatia

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Regarding the legal regulations for foreign workers in Croatia, there are several categories of foreigners. 1. EU Citizens and Their Family Members This group also includes citizens of European Economic Area (EEA) countries as well as citizens of the Principality of Liechtenstein, the Kingdom of Norway, Iceland, and Switzerland, along with their family members. These individuals can work and provide services in Croatia without the need for a residence or work permit or registration, in accordance with the fundamental principles of freedom of services and free movement. If EEA citizens temporarily stay in Croatia for work (from 3 months up to a year),...

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07 March
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Business travel during corona measures

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Measures introduced as a result of the coronavirus epidemic (COVID-19) make it very difficult for people to move across borders, however the Croatian government has introduced some milder measures for people traveling for business reasons. Accordingly, from 28 February 2021, people traveling from countries / regions of the European Union / European Economic Area, although coming from countries that do not belong to the green list of the European Center for Disease Control and Prevention, do nothave to have a PCR test nor is a measure of self-isolation imposed on them if they travel for necessary family or business reasons. One...

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