Important information for families on the move and those staying in Croatia

Rights

Categories of foreign nationals recognized by the International and Temporary Protection Act
Categories of foreign nationals recognized by the International and Temporary Protection Act

Understanding the categories defined in the International and Temporary Protection Act can help you navigate the system and gather the necessary information to regulate your status in Croatia.

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Status of a person under international protection and how to obtain it
Status of a person under international protection and how to obtain it

Learn how to apply for international protection (asylum) in Croatia or what to do if you are returned to Croatia from another European country.

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Free legal aid
Free legal aid

Learn who is eligible for free legal aid in Croatia and how to access it

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Rights and obligations of applicants for international protection in Croatia
Rights and obligations of applicants for international protection in Croatia

Find out what your rights and obligations are as a person applying for international protection.

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Women

Routine gynaecological care in Croatia
Routine gynaecological care in Croatia

Learn how to schedule a gynaecological exam, undergo a PAP test, access contraception, or receive emergency care.

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How to choose a gynaecologist
How to choose a gynaecologist

How to choose a gynaecologist in Croatia and what is primary gynaecological care? Steps and instructions.

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Emergency situations requiring gynaecological care
Emergency situations requiring gynaecological care

What to do when you have a problem that cannot wait for a regular check-up, or you urgently need the help of a gynaecologist.

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Prenatal care for pregnant women in Croatia
Prenatal care for pregnant women in Croatia

Learn how pregnancy monitoring and check-ups are organized in Croatia.

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Infants

Infant health care
Infant health care

This guide provides essential information on child care in maternity hospitals, post-birth care, and paediatric services in Croatia

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Routine infant check-ups
Routine infant check-ups

Learn about the routine check-ups for infants conducted in Croatia during their first year of life and what doctors monitor during these systematic examinations.

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Paediatric examination of a healthy infant
Paediatric examination of a healthy infant

Find out what a paediatric examination of a healthy infant looks like and what it includes

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When to seek paediatric care for an infant’s illness
When to seek paediatric care for an infant’s illness

Learn how to recognize symptoms of illness in infants, provide initial care, and determine when to seek medical attention.

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Children

Health care for children
Health care for children

How is health care for children structured in Croatia and what rights do they have within the system

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Medical check-up of a healthy child - a routine check-up
Medical check-up of a healthy child - a routine check-up

What is a routine check-up of a child, when and why is it conducted in Croatia

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Regular visits to the dentist
Regular visits to the dentist

When to schedule your child's first dental visit and how to prepare them for a preventive check-up or dental procedure

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When to seek medical help for a sick child
When to seek medical help for a sick child

Recognizing symptoms that require a visit to a paediatrician or family doctor

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Kindergarten and school

Education system of Croatia
Education system of Croatia

Find out how Croatia’s education system is structured

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Enrolment in kindergarten
Enrolment in kindergarten

Learn about the process of enrolling your child in a kindergarten in Croatia.

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School enrolment
School enrolment

Find out the procedure for enrolling a child in primary school in Croatia.

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