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Overview

Croatia overview:

Officially the Republic of Croatia – it is a country located in south central Europe and Mediterranean region. It borders Slovenia and Hungary to the Northwest, Serbia to the East, Bosnia, Herzegovina and Montenegro to the Southeast, and Italy to the west and Southwest. Its capital and main city is Zagreb.

Article 85(1) of the Aliens Act (Narodne novine No 109/03 and 182/04) stipulates that an alien may work in the Republic of Croatia on the basis of a work permit or a business permit.

Croatia currently faces a significant demand for workers, particularly in industries like construction and tourism, where there are numerous unfilled positions. Consequently, Croatian businesses are seeking foreign workers to fill these vacancies, facilitated by the government granting work permits.

Advantages of Relocating to Croatia:

  • 1. Quality of Life: Croatia offers a high quality of life with a blend of natural beauty, vibrant cities, and a relaxed Mediterranean lifestyle.

  • 2. Safety and Stability: The country is politically stable with a low crime rate, making it a safe place to live and work.

  • 3. EU Membership: While not in the Schengen Area, Croatia's EU membership provides certain advantages, including access to the EU job market.

  • 4. Affordable Living: Compared to many Western European countries, the cost of living in Croatia can be more affordable, especially outside major cities like Zagreb and Split.

  • 5. Scenic Beauty: From the stunning Plitvice Lakes National Park to the picturesque Dalmatian Coast, Croatia's natural beauty is a major draw for expatriates.

  • 6. Cultural Richness: Croatia boasts a rich cultural scene with festivals, music, arts, and historical sites that attract expats and tourists alike.

  • 7. Affordable Real-estate: Property prices are affordable in Croatia.

Croatia Work Permit

Eligibility for a work permit in Croatia :

  • Eligibility for a work permit in Croatia is contingent upon meeting two key requirements:

    1. Being a third-country national (non-EU citizen)
    2. Receiving a job offer from a Croatian company

    EU nationals are exempt from this requirement as they can work automatically under their temporary residence status. It's essential to dispel a common misconception about work permits in Croatia; applicants cannot simply apply for a work permit and then find a job. Instead, they must secure a job offer first, after which the company can initiate the process of obtaining a work and residence permit on the applicant's behalf.

     

Option 1

Obtaining a work permit in Croatia:

To obtain a work and residence permit in Croatia, the initial step is securing employment. Once employed, applicants can commence their work permit application, with the employer providing evidence of employment through:

  1. Offer letter, 
  2. .A valid employment contract, or similar documentation, enabling the company to request the necessary permits on behalf of the employee.
  3. A work permit is directly linked to a specific employment contract, with the duration of the residence permit aligning with the contract's term, up to a maximum of one year. If the employment contract ends, whether by the employee or the employer, the work and residence permit will be terminated within 15 days
Option 2

Labour Market Test

Labour Market Test:

If a Croatian employer wishes to hire a non-EU national, then they must first request permission from the employment agency called HZZ before they can request a work and residence permit for a foreign worker. HZZ will perform a labor market test to determine if they will grant the company permission to hire the foreigner.

Exempt occupations

There are some occupations for which the labor market test isn’t required. This is called the “brz uvoz radnika” (rapid import of workers). HZZ has made a list of occupations that are exempt from the labor market test.

Occupations from the list have worker shortages, and as a result, there is an increased and sustained demand for them in the Croatian labor market.

Option 3

Here are some occupations exempt from the labor market test:

  • Auto mechanics (Automehaničar)
  • Baker (Pekar)
  • Building worker (Radnik visokogradnje)
  • Butcher (Mesar)
  • Auto body worker (Autolimar)
  • Auto paint worker (Autolakirer)
  • Carpenter (Tesar)
  • Chef of national cuisine (Kuhar nacionalne kuhinje)
  • Civil engineering worker (Radnik niskogradnje)
  • Concrete mixer (Betonirač)
  • Confectioner (Pastry chef)
  • Construction operator (Rukovatelj građevinskim strojevima)
  • Crane operator (Rukovatelj kranom)
  • Electrician (Elektroinstalater)
  • Heating and air conditioning (Instalater grijanja i klimatizacije)
  • House painter and painter (Soboslikar i ličilac)
  • Installer of building elements (Monter građevinskih elemenata)
  • Installer of metal structures (Monter metalnih konstrukcija)
  • Layer of ceramic tiles (Polagač keramičkih pločica)
  • Leather worker (Kožarski radnik)
  • Locksmith (Bravar)
  • Maintenance electrician (Električar održavanja)
  • Mason (Zidar)
  • Pipeline fitter (Monter cjevovoda)
  • Plasterer (Fasader)
  • Plumber (Vodoinstalater)
  • Programmer (Programer)
  • Reinforcer (Armirač)
  • Roofer (Krovopokrivač)
  • Stonemason (Klesar)
  • System administrator (Sistemski administrator)
  • Tinsmith (Limar)
  • Truck driver (Vozač teretnog vozila)
  • Truck driver with trailer (Vozač teretnog vozila s prikolicom)
  • Waterproofing (Hidroizolater)
  • Welder (Zavarivač)

Job Shortages and Opportunities:

  1. Tourism and Hospitality: With its booming tourism industry, there is a demand for skilled professionals in hospitality, tourism management, and related fields.
  2. Information Technology: Croatia's IT sector is growing, creating opportunities for software developers, IT specialists, and digital marketers.
  3. Healthcare: Healthcare professionals such as doctors, nurses, and medical technicians are in demand, especially in rural areas.
  4. Engineering: Engineers, particularly in civil, mechanical, and electrical fields, are sought after for infrastructure projects and manufacturing.
  5. Language Teaching: English teachers and those proficient in other languages are needed in language schools and businesses catering to international clients

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