Simplified Path to Croatian Citizenship
by Descent
as a Canadian
We help Canadians and their families secure Croatian citizenship through their ancestry and obtain a Croatian passport—opening new opportunities across the European Union.
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Eligible Canadians for Croatian Citizenship By Descent
Success Rate with Expert Help
Generations of Eligibility
A Great Second Passport to have if moving out of Canada one day
The Croatian passport ranks among the strongest in the world, offering visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 170+ countries.
Including the entire EU, UK, Japan, and most of the Americas
One Croatian Ancestor is All You Need
That's right - if you can prove you have just ONE Croatian ancestor, you're likely eligible for citizenship.
Source: According to Article 11 of the Croatian Citizenship Law (amended by Article 5 of NN 102/2019), descendants of Croatian emigrants can acquire citizenship by naturalization even without meeting standard requirements. Read the full law here .
Croatian language skills not required
You don't need to live in Croatia
Dual citizenship is allowed
Your ancestor could be a parent, grandparent, or even great-grandparent. We'll help you find the proof.
Step-by-Step to get Croatian Citizenship
It’s easier than you think if you know what to do.
Eligibility Check
Before anything, you’ll want to confirm you’re eligible. If you have Croatian ancestors, especially through your parents or grandparents, you’re probably in luck.
Take our 2-min eligibility quiz
Document Collection
This part takes time. You’ll need things like your birth certificate, proof of Croatian lineage (often from the archives), criminal background checks, and more. Some documents will need to be apostilled and translated, which can take 2–4 months if you’re doing it solo.
"Success hinges on three key documents: your birth certificate, your ancestor's birth record from Croatia, and proof of their emigration—everything else builds from these foundations."
Consulate/Embassy Meeting
Once you have everything ready, you’ll book a meeting with your nearest Croatian embassy or consulate. This step sounds simple, but getting an appointment during the short window when your documents are valid can be tricky. Expect some back-and-forth — sometimes up to 1–3 months.
Ministry Review
Here’s the long haul. After submission, your application is reviewed by Croatia’s Ministry of the Interior. This usually takes 12–18 months, so patience is key. Checking in (gently) can help keep things moving.
Application Approval
Once your application is approved, you’ll be notified by the consulate. This part is usually straightforward and takes about 1–2 months to finalize everything locally.
Croatian Citizenship Certificate
You’ll officially become a Croatian citizen when you receive your Domovnica, the document that proves your citizenship. This step usually takes around 2 months, depending on consulate processing times.
Croatian Passport
Last but not least, you can apply for your Croatian passport. This is typically the easiest and fastest part — under a month in most cases.
Should you Hire an Expert?
If you have the time to research everything and the patience to deal with bureaucracy, you can do it yourself.
Do It Yourself
- •Handle everything on your own
- •Research trustworthy sources like our website and double-check Croatian Law
- •Be extra careful with your application to avoid delays and rejections
- •Expect to spend about 100 hours over 1.5–3 years
Hire Us
Pass our initial consultation and follow our instructions, and we guarantee you'll secure your Croatian citizenship—or get your money back.
- •Unlimited expert guidance
- •Save up to 90% of your time
- •Comprehensive document review (Pre-Consulate)
- •We retrieve documents from Croatian archives
- •We keep track of everything
- •We manage follow-ups with the authorities
Is it Really Worth It?
For most people, it's an amazing investment. Here are the incredible benefits you will unlock:
EU Freedom of Movement
Live, work, and study freely in any of the 27 EU countries without visa restrictions
Education Access
Access to EU universities with significantly reduced or free tuition fees
Healthcare Coverage
Access to EU healthcare systems and European Health Insurance Card
Visa-Free Travel
Travel to 170+ countries without visa requirements using your Croatian passport
Family Benefits
Pass Croatian citizenship to your children and help family members relocate
Property Rights
Purchase property throughout the EU without additional permits or restrictions
Ready to Become a Croatian Citizen?
Talk to us. We'll help you understand your eligibility and guide you through the next steps.
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