3:57 pm. 8:39 am. My husband is USA citizen and his both parents are Italian Citizen (not USA) at time of his birth and still as of today. 1:24 pm. 4:16 pm. Yuri, how did you go? November 5, 2019 @ Expat in Croatia Thanks for following. Looking forward to hearing from you soon Zagreb? My aunt is married to a man (my uncle) who has Croatian citizenship, which he applied for maybe 15-17 years ago. I am in Canada, so if I do not need to book a flight and go there simply to submit my application, I would obviously prefer to hire a lawyer in Zagreb to do it on my behalf. For a long while, we’ve been fascinated with this Adriatic country, the real estate investment opportunities that it provides, and the unparalleled lifestyle that one can have there. Is this possible and what will be required? Hvala! 10:07 pm, Interestingly I was told by the Ministry of the Interior that the new Article 11 doesn’t apply to children of Croats who left Croatia for another European country. Both of my parents were born in Vela Luka while part of the Austrian Empire, then married there in 1926 before emigrating to the US. I’m in the process of obtaining their birth and marriage certificates from a cousin still living in Vela Luka to be sent to me so that I can apply for Croatian Citizenship along with my two adult children. January 10, 2020 @ 10:38 am. She later married in Australia to a non-Croatian. The father of my children was born in Croatia and has current a Croatian passport and osobna karta. 8:15 am, Thanks so much for reading! My grandfather was born in Croatia and I still have Uncles, Aunts and Cousins living in Croatia but my Father and Mother were born in Australia. Thank you very much for taking the time to read and reply, sorry if i haven’t been clear enough but english is not my first language. I am a Croatian with Permanent Residency of Canada and my Passport is expiring in September 2020. I’m glad to hear you are happy with the resources. 11:11 am. Really, you just need to prove at least one of your grandparents were a citizen and how you are connected to them. The problem is that when my great grandparents emigrated to Chile, their names were “translated” or changed into Spanish names. You have to apply in the country of your residence. is that right ? Laura I’ve had a DUI in the past, 5 years ago. 11:23 pm. Proof of citizenship of buyer (such as a passport) Original power of attorney for a representative within Croatia whom can receive mail on your behalf, if you do not have a registered address within Croatia; The ministry has 60 days to review your request, and then will either approve or deny it. My grandparents, who were born in Croatia, Slavonia (former Yugoslavia) moved/emigrated to Sweden in 1966 to work at a paper mill here in Sweden. Thank you! Please forgive me for the multitude of questions I am about to ask! Steve She is hesitant because she doesn’t want to waste a ton of her time, but she is also passionate about reconnecting with many more members of our family that are still in Slovenia and Croatia. My Grandfather from my mother’s side was born in Croatia (Back then Yugoslavia) he escaped the war and came to Venezuela in the 1960’s unfortunately he passed away years ago but I do have his birth certificate recently renewed and everything. October 15, 2019 @ The primary requirements are permanent residence and that they respect the legal order and customs in the Republic of Croatia. You will need to check the visa requirements with your local Croatian embassy. August 30, 2019 @ (original, apostilled, translated and notarized), A valid identity document with a visible photo (with a copy apostilled, translated and notarized), Marriage certificate, if applying on the basis of marriage (must be original, apostilled, translated and notarized if married outside Croatia) – if the marriage is solemnized in Croatia or entered into the Croatian marriage register, marriage certificate isn’t required, Proof that you have passed the Croatian language and culture test, if naturalizing. October 17, 2019 @ February 17, 2020 @ You should start the process as soon as possible regardless of that date because it will take time to get everything together. This site provides great information…thank you Sara. Citizenship by naturalisation is acquired by individuals residing in Croatia for at least eight years provided that they satisfy a number of other requirements set out at law. Many thanks for your very informative article and blog. Yes, this is true. Freddy, Expat in Croatia Sarah, Expat in Croatia From January 1, all people applying for citizenship who do not have residency in Croatia must apply from abroad. A completed application – one of these depending on your scenario: Zahtjev za stjecanje hrvatskog državljanstva prirođenjem punoljetne osobe – form OBRAZAC 1, Zahtjev za stjecanje hrvatskog državljanstva prirođenjem punoljetne osobe i djeteta/djece – form OBRAZAC 2, Zahtjev za stjecanje hrvatskog državljanstva prirođenjem djeteta/djece – form OBRAZAC 3, Your biography with supporting documentation – include the reasons for applying (written in the Croatian language), Your birth certificate (original, apostilled, translated and notarized if it is a foreign birth certificate) – if you are born in Croatia, birth certificate isn’t required, Proof of nationality (such as a verified copy of a passport or an ID card, or domovnica equivalent), Background check issued by your country of nationality proving you have not been criminally prosecuted. Expat in Croatia 1:54 pm. Smatrat će se da je udovoljeno pretpostavci iz točke 2. stavka 1. ovoga članka, ako je zahtjev podnijela osoba koja je bez državljanstva ili koja će ga prema zakonu zemlje čiji je državljanin izgubiti samim prirođenjem. To the best of your knowledge, is there a possibility of obtaining citizenship based on family lineage in this situation? Scooter McGavin All you need to live and travel like a local in Croatia, How to apply for citizenship in Croatia (hrvatsko državljanstvo): Guide for 2021, atični ured as long as they make the request before December 31, 2022. Found several on the website of the government, but don’t understand everything it says. Unfortunately I barely know the language anymore as compared to when I was a kid. Question, how were you notified RE your confirmation of approval? So, hoping Dubrovnik has a location. All you will have to do is pick up your passport and enjoy a poolside cocktail in this sun-drenched country. According to the Croatian Citizenship Act, foreigners that fulfill the following conditions may apply for Croatian citizenship: Underage children can be granted Croatian citizenship on the basis of naturalization: The excerpts from the law on citizenship regarding naturalization is as follows: Prirođenjem može steći hrvatsko državljanstvo stranac koji je podnio zahtjev za primanje u hrvatsko državljanstvo ako udovoljava ovim pretpostavkama: 2. da ima otpust iz stranog državljanstva ili da podnese dokaz da će otpust dobiti ako bude primljen u hrvatsko državljanstvo; 3. da živi u Republici Hrvatskoj s prijavljenim boravkom 8 godina neprekidno do podnošenja zahtjeva i ima odobren status stranca na stalnom boravku; 4. da poznaje hrvatski jezik i latinično pismo, hrvatsku kulturu i društveno uređenje; 5. da poštuje pravni poredak Republike Hrvatske, da je podmirio dospjela javna davanja te da ne postoje sigurnosne zapreke za njegov primitak u hrvatsko državljanstvo. There is one on the other side of the country. Mike June 8, 2019 @ To get an update on that, you can follow the Facebook page here. Unfortunately, the application is all in Croatian! A template or something ? I am a Turkish citizen married to a Croatian guy, i applied for the citizenship 2018 September and i am still waiting for it. My father was born in Croatia (former Yugoslavia) and emigrated in the 1960’s. Fantastic site and information! I was born in USA in 1980 and both of my parents are Croatian citizens at this time. If you’d like to talk in more detail, please contact me here. My dad was born and raised in Croatia and half of my family live there but my mom is Norwegian. For situation, it all depends on when your parents left Croatia. 12:57 pm. FYI….as a Canadian married to a Croatian I applied (Aug 2019) in a coastal town MUP and within 2 months was notified of my citizenship. My son has been playing professional basketball in Europe and would like to apply for dual citizenship. 10:17 am, No, you will never lose your citizenship due to divorce. I have a question please, I applied for the Croatian citizenship through marriage and my wife obtained her citizenship through Article 11 given that her grandfather was born and raised in Croatia. Also, any ideas on how to go about this from the US? Can we move to Croatia now even though he doesn’t have his papers? The process of claiming this citizenship by way of ancestry might be long and arduous, but it sure is rewarding. March 2, 2020 @ Her mother passed away. Sarah Radosevich I’d like to ask about getting Croatian citizenship through my mom. June 29, 2019 @ whitney pegden Below is a list of the 4 identity documents you can request, in the order that you can request them. 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