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hr-trainee — Stay and Work Permit for Trainees
VisasCroatiahr-trainee — Stay and Work Permit for Trainees
CroatiaCroatia•Europe
Open

hr-trainee — Stay and Work Permit for Trainees

Working Holiday Dependents Allowed

At a Glance

Processing Time

1-2 months

Application Fee

87.59 EUR

Stay Duration

Duration of training program

Renewable

Yes

Job Offer

Required

Dependents

Allowed

PR Pathway

No

Remote Work

Not Required

Overview

This permit is for third-country nationals undergoing professional training or internships.

Designed for recent graduates or current students, this permit allows third-country nationals to gain professional experience in Croatia. It requires a formal training agreement with a local entity and is strictly limited to the scope of the internship or training program. It is a renewable status that allows for integration into the Croatian labor market for a limited period.

Fee Breakdown

Administrative Fee (Granting of stay)
46.45 EUR
Biometric Residence Card (Regular)
31.85 EUR
Additional Administrative Fee (Card issuance)
9.29 EUR

Conversion Paths

Visas you can typically switch to from this status.

Permanent Stay (Stalni boravak)
Croatia flagCroatia

Permanent Stay (Stalni boravak)

ValidityIndefinite
Processing6-18 months
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Requirements

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Higher education degree obtained within the last two years OR current enrollment in a third-country university

Training agreement with a host entity in Croatia

Proof of sufficient funds

Health insurance

KEY CRITERIA

Job Offer

Required

Education

bachelor or higher

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Training agreement

Degree certificate or enrollment proof

Valid passport

Proof of funds

Health insurance

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

  • Professional development in Croatia
  • Pathway to long-term residence

Worth Knowing

  • Restricted to training activities
  • Requires specific educational background
  • Lack of training agreement
  • Criminal record

Application Process

1

Sign training agreement with Croatian host

2

Submit application to MUP

3

Obtain OIB

4

Collect biometric residence card

Application Forms

MUP Official PortalFill online

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