How to obtain a police certificate

Croatia

Do I need to provide a police certificate when applying for permanent residence?
Yes.

Please note that a court certificate is not accepted.

How and where do I obtain one?

If you live in Croatia:
You should obtain a Potvrda o nekaznjavanju (Certificate of No Conviction) by submitting an application form and presenting a copy of your personal identification card (osobna iskaznica) or passport by mail or in person to:

Ministarstvo Pravosuda (Ministry of Justice)
Uprava za kazneno pravo
Odjel za kazene evidencije
Savska cesta 41
10000 Zagreb
Croatia

Application forms are available on-line or at any post office.

If you live outside Croatia:
You should apply at the nearest Croatian embassy or consulate.