Divorce in Croatia – Procedure, Costs and Duration 16/03/2026 Intro Divorce is a legal procedure through which a marriage is officially dissolved by a court decision. In Croatia, divorce can be carried out either by mutual agreement between spouses or through court proceedings when the spouses cannot reach an agreement. In this guide we explain …
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Unlawful Termination of Employment in Croatia – What to Do and How to Protect Your Rights 07/03/2026 Intro Unlawful termination of an employment contract represents a serious violation of the Croatian Labour Act. In practice, it often happens that employers terminate employment contracts without a lawful reason or without following the legally prescribed procedure. If …
Real Estate Agency Commission in the Republic of Croatia – When Does It NOT Have to Be Paid? 21/02/2026 Intro Buying or selling property in the Republic of Croatia often involves cooperation with a real estate agency. However, one of the most common questions asked by buyers and sellers is: When does a real estate …
Forced Heirs and the Forced Share under Croatian Inheritance Law 16/02/2026 Intro Forced heirs are specially protected under the Croatian Inheritance Act. Even if a will distributes the estate differently, certain close family members are legally entitled to a forced share of the estate. In practice, the most common questions are: Who qualifies as a …
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Povrat troškova obrade kredita u Republici Hrvatskoj – pravna zaštita potrošača 24/01/2026 Unlawful Loan Processing Fees – You May Be Entitled to a Refund A large number of citizens in the Republic of Croatia paid so-called loan processing fees when concluding loan agreements, often without clear and understandable information as to what these fees actually …
Preliminary Real Estate Sale Agreement – A Legal Guide to Safe Property Transactions 21/01/2026 The preliminary real estate sale agreement is one of the most commonly used legal instruments in real estate transactions. Although it is often perceived as a mere “formality”, a properly drafted preliminary agreement can play a crucial role in protecting the …
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Lifetime Support Contract and Until-Death Support Contract – Differences, Risks and Legal Advice 14/01/2026 A lifetime support contract and an until-death support contract are commonly used in Croatia as a way to secure care and support in old age, as well as a legal mechanism for transferring property. Although they may appear similar at first …
Prepayment of Rent in Croatia – Temporary Residence for Foreigners (2026 Guide) 04/01/2026 Prepayment of rent in Croatia is one of the ways foreign nationals can obtain temporary residence longer than 90 days without employment or company formation. This option is particularly attractive to foreigners who wish to live in Croatia temporarily and have sufficient …
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Non-Pecuniary Damages for the Death or Particularly Severe Disability of a Close Person 19/12/2025 Uvod The death of a close person or a situation in which a close person suffers a particularly severe bodily disability represents one of the most difficult life circumstances, often causing long-term emotional and psychological consequences for family members. Croatian law …
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Pojedinačni ispravni postupak – Što je i kada vam može pomoći? (Vodič 2025.) 10/12/2025 Intro Errors in the land register are not uncommon. Incorrectly recorded ownership, encumbrances, or parcel details can slow down a property sale, prevent mortgage approval, or result in lengthy legal disputes. To resolve these issues, Croatian law provides the individual correction …
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