Cost
No separate fee is stated by the official source; sign cost may be separate
Housing
HousingEditorially reviewed 02/09/2026
Assigning a house number
Request a decision assigning a house number to a constructed building and install the official sign.
Usual time
Usually several days; depends on whether the building is recorded and the application is complete
Responsible institution
DGU
How would you like to apply?
Documents and steps differ depending on how you apply.
In person
Submit the application to the responsible institution according to its current instructions.
Online
Submit the application through the official electronic service named in the steps and sources.
Required documents
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For both application methods
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Steps
In person
- 1
Check whether the building is recorded or eligible for number assignment
Prepare data that unambiguously identify the building.
- 2
Submit the form to the cadastral office
Submit the application in person to the locally competent cadastral office or Zagreb city office.
- 3
Collect the decision and mark the building
Install the sign and use the officially assigned address.
Online
- 1
Check whether the building is recorded or eligible for number assignment
Prepare data that unambiguously identify the building.
- 2
Submit the request through the Regulated Land one-stop shop
Sign in through NIAS, choose a request for a new house number and submit building data.
- 3
Collect the decision and mark the building
Install the sign and use the officially assigned address.
Prices and deadlines
| Procedure | Price | Deadline |
|---|---|---|
Procedure cost The final amount depends on the applicable tariff and circumstances of the particular request. | No separate fee is stated by the official source; sign cost may be separate | Usually several days; depends on whether the building is recorded and the application is complete |
Important notes
- A house number does not prove ownership or legality of all completed works.
- Do not use an unofficially invented address in legal transactions.
Common mistakes
- The application lacks an exact cadastral designation.
- Confusing a house number with a cadastral parcel number.
Institutions
Official sources
Information was editorially reviewed on 02/09/2026. Before applying, check the latest information on official websites.
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