Croatian citizenship: direct access to an EU passport
Croatian citizenship can be obtained on various grounds — through descent, marriage, naturalization, investment, and other options. Depending on the category, the procedure may be simplified.
Croatian passport rating
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119Visa on arrival
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9Visa required
25Passport Power Rank
4World reach
87 %Why you should apply for EU citizenship in Croatia
With a Croatian passport, you will gain new rights within the European Union and around the world
Free travel to any EU country
Croatian citizens have the right to live in any EU country, work officially, conduct business, and use banking services without restrictions.
Passport for family members
Your children automatically receive citizenship, and your spouse can apply for a residence permit in the EU and then a passport through a simplified procedure.
Visa-free travel
With a Croatian passport, you can travel to more than 160 countries around the world, including the UK, Canada, Japan, the US, and Australia.
Education and healthcare in the European Union
Croatian citizens have the right to study at European universities free of charge and use the healthcare system on an equal basis with local residents.
Business and investment
Starting and running a business in any EU country is available on equal terms with the native population.
Retaining current citizenship
Croatia allows multiple citizenship, allowing you to retain your country's passport and enjoy the benefits of both statuses.
Who is eligible for Croatian citizenship?
You can obtain a Croatian passport on various grounds: by descent and family ties, through marriage to a citizen of the country, through long-term residence and naturalization, as well as through special government programs.
By descent and family ties
Croatian citizenship can be obtained if at least one of the parents is Croatian, as well as for descendants of emigrants and persons who have lost their passport for various reasons.
Through marriage or belonging to the nation
People who are married to a Croatian citizen, as well as persons who have declared their belonging to the Croatian nation and participate in cultural life, are eligible for a passport.
Naturalization and residence in the country
Foreigners who have lived in Croatia for at least 8 years and are fluent in the language can obtain citizenship through the standard naturalization procedure.
Exceptional cases
Citizenship is granted by special decision of the state to people who have made a significant contribution to the development of the country, as well as within the framework of restoration programs for former citizens.
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The process of obtaining Croatian citizenship
To obtain a Croatian passport, you must go through the official steps established by the country's legislation. Mycitizenagency's lawyers provide comprehensive support throughout the process, helping you obtain citizenship as quickly and conveniently as possible.
Consultation and assessment of your chances
During a free consultation, you tell the lawyer about your situation and goals. The specialist:
- analyzes your biography and documents;
- clarifies the basis on which you can claim Croatian citizenship (origin, marriage, naturalization, etc.);
- explains the stages of the procedure and the timeframes;
- assesses the likelihood of success and concludes a support agreement with you.
Preparation of a package of documents
The lawyer selects and compiles a dossier for your situation. The process includes:
- collection of certificates and archive extracts confirming the right to citizenship;
- translation, notarization, and apostille of documents;
- assistance in completing the official application;
- final legal review of the dossier for compliance with Croatian law.
Submission of the application to government agencies
The completed package of documents, together with the application, is submitted to the Croatian Ministry of the Interior or a consulate abroad. The procedure includes:
- registration of the application;
- verification of the completeness and authenticity of the documents;
- confirmation of grounds (kinship, residence, marriage, etc.);
- review of the application and decision-making.
Throughout the entire process, the lawyer will keep you informed of the progress of the case.
Final procedures
Once the application has been approved, the specialist will accompany you through the final steps:
- agreeing on the date of the oath (if required by law);
- preparing for visits to government agencies;
- participating in the citizenship ceremony;
- receiving official confirmation.
Registration of Croatian citizen`s documents
With the support of a lawyer, you will receive:
- a Croatian (EU) passport;
- a personal ID card;
- civil status certificates;
- a tax and social security number (if necessary).
Documents can be processed both in Croatia and at diplomatic missions abroad.
Why clients choose Mycitizenagency
Strictly legal procedures
Mycitizenagency lawyers help with obtaining citizenship through certified programs in accordance with European Union regulations.
Full cycle of support
A personal specialist guides you from the first consultation to obtaining a passport, including the preparation of all documents for citizenship.
Fair terms and transparent pricing
We provide support within the framework of an official contract, which guarantees no hidden fees and protects your interests.
Guaranteed success
Professional analysis of your personal situation and proper preparation of your dossier ensure the highest probability of obtaining a passport.
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Frequently asked questions about obtaining Croatian citizenship
The specialists at Mycitizenagency have prepared answers to the most popular questions about the different ways to obtain a Croatian passport — through ancestry, marriage, naturalization, and other grounds. If you still have questions or need additional information, please contact us for a free individual consultation.
Descendants of Croatians, spouses of Croatian citizens, foreigners who have lived in the country for 8 years, and persons with special merits to the state are eligible.
Yes, Croatia allows dual citizenship, so you can keep your passport and become an EU citizen at the same time.
Depending on the grounds, the procedure can take up to 12 months (simplified cases) to several years (naturalization).
Basic knowledge of the language is required for naturalization, but when obtaining citizenship by descent or marriage, knowledge of the language is often not required.
A passport, birth and marriage certificates, a certificate of no criminal record, and proof of residence or family ties are typically required.
The application is submitted to the Croatian Ministry of the Interior or to a consulate/embassy outside the country.
It is a full EU passport: free residence and work in any country of the union, visa-free travel to more than 160 countries, access to European healthcare and education.
In most cases, it is sufficient to submit the documents through the consulate, but at the final stage, you may be required to appear in person to take the oath.
Reviews from clients who have obtained Croatian citizenship
View allI am grateful to Mycitizenagency for their help in obtaining Croatian citizenship! The lawyers carefully studied my situation and offered the best option through ancestry. I didn't have to deal with archives and documents myself — the specialists found the necessary records, translated and certified the papers. I just signed the application and waited for the result. Everything went much faster than I expected, and now I have an EU passport and the opportunity to live freely in any European country.
I contacted Mycitizenagency on the recommendation of friends. I got married to a Croatian citizen, but I didn't know all the intricacies of the procedure. The lawyers explained step by step what documents were needed, helped me prepare the package of documents, and sent the application through the consulate. I didn't encounter any bureaucracy; everything was organized very clearly. A few months later, I received confirmation and then my Croatian passport. Now my wife and I are calmly making plans for our life in Europe.
Huge thanks to the Mycitizenagency team! I applied for Croatian citizenship through naturalization after living in the country for a long time. The process seemed difficult — the language, certificates, checks. But the lawyers made everything easier: they checked my data, prepared the application, and accompanied me at every stage. I felt supported until I received my passport. Now I have Croatian citizenship and, with it, all the rights of a European Union citizen.
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