Croatia Embassy in Berlin

Embassy of Croatia in Berlin, Germany

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Overview

The Embassy of the Republic of Croatia in Berlin serves as the principal diplomatic mission representing Croatia in Germany. Located in Berlin's Schöneberg district on Ahornstraße, the embassy maintains comprehensive diplomatic relations between Croatia and Germany, two important partners within the European Union. The embassy provides consular services to Croatian nationals throughout Germany and assists German citizens with visa and consular matters related to Croatia. Croatia and Germany share strong bilateral ties in trade, investment, tourism, and cultural exchange, with Germany being one of Croatia's most important economic partners and sources of tourism. In addition to the embassy in Berlin, Croatia operates a consulate general in Frankfurt am Main to serve citizens across different German regions. The current Ambassador is Gordan Bakota.
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Visa Services

As both Croatia and Germany are members of the European Union and the Schengen Area, German citizens do not require visas to enter or reside in Croatia. They can travel, live, and work in Croatia freely under EU freedom of movement rules. The embassy provides information about residency registration and documentation for German citizens planning extended stays in Croatia. For third-country nationals residing in Germany who require visas to visit Croatia, the embassy processes Schengen visa applications according to the common EU visa policy. Applicants must submit a completed visa application form, valid passport with at least three months validity beyond intended stay, recent biometric passport photographs, travel health insurance covering at least €30,000, proof of accommodation in Croatia, confirmed travel itinerary, and proof of sufficient financial means. Processing times typically range from 15 calendar days but can vary. Visa appointments should be scheduled in advance through the consular section.
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Consular Services

The embassy provides comprehensive consular services for Croatian nationals residing in or visiting Germany. Services include passport issuance and renewal for Croatian citizens, national identity card (osobna iskaznica) processing, birth registration for children born in Germany to Croatian parents, civil status registration including marriages and deaths, document legalization and apostille services, notarial services including powers of attorney and statutory declarations, and emergency assistance for Croatian nationals in distress. The embassy assists with consular registration for Croatian citizens living in Germany, electoral registration for voting from abroad, and coordination with German authorities on matters affecting Croatian citizens. An emergency consular hotline (+49 151 174 27 664) is available for Croatian nationals outside regular office hours. German citizens can obtain document authentication services for papers intended for use in Croatia.
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Business Support

The embassy actively promotes economic and commercial relations between Croatia and Germany, supporting bilateral trade, investment, and business partnerships. Germany is Croatia's largest trading partner and a major source of foreign direct investment, with strong ties in sectors including automotive, manufacturing, tourism, energy, infrastructure, and technology. Many German companies operate in Croatia, and the embassy facilitates business connections, provides market information, and supports German companies exploring opportunities in Croatia's growing economy. Croatia's EU membership, strategic location on the Adriatic coast, skilled workforce, and improving infrastructure make it an attractive destination for German investment, particularly in manufacturing, renewable energy, tourism development, and logistics. The embassy works closely with the German-Croatian Chamber of Industry and Commerce and business associations to strengthen commercial ties.
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Special Notes

The embassy is located in Berlin's Schöneberg district on Ahornstraße, accessible by U-Bahn (subway) and bus services. Note the different operating hours: general office hours are Monday-Friday 9:00-17:00, but client service hours are more limited (primarily mornings, with Tuesday having extended afternoon hours 16:00-18:00). The consular section has a dedicated phone line (+49 30 2362 8955) for consular inquiries. For urgent consular assistance outside office hours, Croatian nationals should call the emergency hotline at +49 151 174 27 664. As both countries are EU members, most travel and residence matters are governed by EU freedom of movement regulations rather than visa requirements. Croatia also operates a Consulate General in Frankfurt am Main for regional consular services. The embassy is closed on German and Croatian public holidays.
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