Occupations in demand
We are currently recruiting for Croatian employers in roles including:
- Cooks and waiting staff
- Masons and steel fixers
- Metal fabricators and welders
- Long-haul truck drivers
Salaries vary by role and employer. We share the details of each offer with you before you apply.
Who can apply
Requirements vary by job, but every applicant needs:
- Experience. At least one to two years in the role.
- Passport. Valid for at least two to three more years.
- English. Good reading, writing and speaking skills.
- Police clearance. A legalised Police Clearance Certificate (PCC).
Work and residence permits
- You need both a work permit and a residence permit. Non-EU applicants apply through the Croatian authorities and diplomatic mission.
- Most permits are valid for one to two years.
- You can extend your permit from 60 days before it expires, for up to two years at each extension.
- After five years of living and working in Croatia, you can apply for permanent residence.
- Croatia is part of the EU Blue Card scheme for qualified non-EU professionals.
Documents you’ll need
- Copy of your passport and a passport-size photo
- Proof that you can support yourself in Croatia
- Evidence of health insurance
- Proof of your current employment
- Proof of your qualifications and skills
- Police Clearance Certificate
How the process works
- Job opening. A Croatian employer sends a detailed job opening through our associate.
- Selection. We screen candidates, check documents, arrange interviews and issue the offer letter.
- Police clearance. Your PCC is attested by the Croatian embassy. The route depends on where you live.
- Work permit. Applied for online and issued by the Croatian labour and police departments.
- Visa. The Croatian embassy issues a national visa based on your work permit, usually in two to four weeks.
- Departure. Preparation, exit clearance and your flight to Croatia.
Documents for the visa application
- Original passport
- Copy of your work permit with supporting documents
- Flight ticket
- Travel insurance valid for at least two weeks
- Completed visa application form and two passport-size photos
- Visa fee