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COUNTRY GUIDE

Applying in Croatia.

For civil-service competitions in the central system, create the required candidate profile and apply to the specific competition.

Reviewed 4 October 2026

What to check before applying

  • The central system uses NIAS/e-Građani identification for applications. Set up access early and complete the profile’s education, experience and document sections before submitting.
  • Distinguish a public competition, an internal notice and a public call that creates a candidate pool. A profile or pool entry does not automatically apply you to every job.
  • Monitor the system and the official personal inbox for testing and interview information. Other public employers can have their own recruitment channels, so follow their individual notices.

Official instructions

Prepare for your job type

The vacancy determines the documents, qualifications and selection stages. Pair this country guide with the guide for your occupation or recruitment route.

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