31 August 2026
Liaison Office in Croatia
Non-EU companies can open a liaison office in Croatia for representation, promotion and market research under the Trade Act. Ask our specialists how.
Would you like to set up a liaison office in Croatia and need guidance? Our Croatian specialists have prepared this useful article with information about the key requirements. Plus, you can access our online services for personalized assistance.
| Quick Facts | |
|---|---|
| The purpose of a liaison office in Croatia | Representation of an international company and its operations in the local business community in Croatia |
What activities can you undertake with a liaison office in Croatia? | – business promotion with dedicated marketing campaigns, – gathering information on the business sector of interest in Croatia, – being a contact point between the parent company and clients in Croatia |
Requirements for opening a representative office in Croatia | – preparing the Certificate of Incorporation of the parent company, – naming a representative officer, – opening a bank account in Croatia. |
| Can a liaison office in Croatia have commercial activities? (YES/NO) | NO |
| Contracting potential clients and partners (YES/NO) | YES |
| Local agent required (YES/NO) | YES |
| Attributes of a liaison officer | – promoting the activities of the foreign company through a liaison office in Croatia, – concluding business contracts with potential clients and collaborators from the local market, – developing good communication with the parent company in terms of business matters. |
| Bank account for a liaison office in Croatia | Necessary for the financial operations of the liaison office in Croatia |
| Minimum deposit | Not required |
| Cost for establishing a liaison office | From EUR 3,000 |
| The institution that authorizes the liaison office in Croatia | Ministry of Economy (Register of Representative Offices) |
| The costs of opening a representative office in Croatia | The foreign company sustains the costs of opening a liaison office in Croatia. |
| Other formalities for opening a liaison office in Croatia | Specific application forms must be completed. |
| Licensing requirements | Not required |
| Time frame for opening a liaison office in Croatia | A few days |
| Why choose our company formation agents in Croatia? | We offer: – assistance for registration with the local authorities, – support in creating the documents, – affordable costs. |
Is a liaison office in Croatia a separate legal entity?
No. It is directly connected with the foreign company.
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What is the purpose of a liaison office in Croatia?
- to develop specific marketing & advertising activities,
- to promote a foreign company in Croatia.
Here is a video presentation about liaison offices in Croatia:
How is a liaison office known as in Croatia?
- Representative office or RO,
- Predstavništvo or p.o.
What types of operations are permitted through an RO in Croatia? Are there any specific restrictions?
A representative office in Croatia is optimal for:
- establishing the business presence of an international company,
- developing specific projects to advertise the products and/or the services of the foreign enterprise,
- collaborating with local partners,
- exploring investment opportunities, etc.
A liaison office in Croatia cannot:
- engage in commercial activities,
- sign business contracts,
- issue invoices,
- generate profits, etc.
Who approves liaison offices in Croatia?
The Ministry of Economy in Croatia.
Where do I register a liaison office in Croatia?
At the Register of Representative Offices of Foreign Persons in Croatia.
What are key conditions to register a liaison office in Croatia?
- secure a registered business address/office in Croatia through a rental contract,
- appoint a representative agent/authorized manager for the liaison office in question,
- get the OIB – Personal Identification Number from the Tax Administration in Croatia for the agent,
- prepare extracts of the foreign company’s documents,
- present the decision of setting up an RO in Croatia, issued by the parent company,
- prepare a detailed plan of the RO in Croatia. Must comprise details about the future activities.
IMPORTANT:
- all documents must be translated into Croatian and then notarized,
- the application is submitted to the Ministry of Economy in Croatia,
- a specific application fee must be paid.
NOTE: Once the approval is issued, the liaison office is then registered with the Register of Representative Offices of Foreign Persons in Croatia.
Who supports the costs of opening a RO in Croatia?
The parent company.
Do I need a bank account for a liaison office in Croatia?
Yes. This bank account will serve for the operating expenses paid from the funds sent by the foreign enterprise.
Can I hire staff for a RO in Croatia?
Yes, local or from abroad. You will have to register personnel with the Health Insurance Fund and the Pension Insurance Institute in Croatia.
You can ask for payroll in Croatia offered by our specialists.
What is the time frame to set up a liaison office in Croatia?
About 2-4 weeks.
Feel free to contact our representatives for company incorporation in Croatia if you need help registering a liaison office.