Croatia is a member of the EU, therefore most European nationals can live and work there without requiring a visa. If employees are from outside the EU, they must obtain a work permit from their local Republic of Croatia diplomatic post. Most Croatian employment and residency permits are valid for 12 months.

Furthermore, it appears to be particularly difficult for young people to enter the job market and begin working in Croatia: youth unemployment was 44.1% at the end of 2015.

• This is the most typical route, which involves numerous steps:
  Obtain a temporary residence permit for Croatia.
  After a certain period of time (typically a year), you can change your temporary permit to permanent residency.
  Maintain permanent resident status and live legally in Croatia for at least 8 years before seeking for citizenship
• They assist both job searchers and companies in finding the best candidates for the job. Job consultancies can help you locate the ideal job in a variety of ways. They will often explore their huge databases of job openings to identify opportunities that match your abilities and experiences.

IMPORTANT NOTES: The passport should be valid for at least three months after the Work Permit expires. Work Permit Letters issued by Croatian companies should not be older than 60 days from the date of submission to VFS. Processing may take up to 20 working days after receiving the application.

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Standard hours

Croatian working hours are typically Monday through Friday 8:30-9 AM to 4:30-5:00 PM, with a 30-minute paid lunch break included. The weekly work hours are 40 (8 hours per day, 5 days a week).

• Guaranteed Benefits in Croatia
• Croatia’s health insurance is one of the country’s mandated employer social insurance programs. Social security contributions cover pensions, health insurance, workplace insurance, and unemployment.