Cost
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Personal documents
Personal documentsEditorially reviewed 02/09/2026
Criminal-record certificate
Distinguish a criminal-record certificate from a certificate that no proceedings are pending, and request the right document for your purpose.
Usual time
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Responsible institution
MPUDT
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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Steps
In person
- 1
Check which document is required
Criminal records and records of criminal proceedings are not the same.
- 2
Choose the appropriate purpose
For rights in Croatia, the competent authority often obtains the data ex officio.
- 3
Follow the Ministry’s instructions for an in-person request
For purposes that allow a citizen’s request, prepare evidence of purpose and submit documents as instructed by the Ministry.
Online
- 1
Check which document is required
Criminal records and records of criminal proceedings are not the same.
- 2
Choose the appropriate purpose
For rights in Croatia, the competent authority often obtains the data ex officio.
- 3
Choose an available purpose in e-Citizens
In the electronic service, choose a permitted purpose, attach the requested evidence and send the request.
Prices and deadlines
| Procedure | Price | Deadline |
|---|---|---|
Procedure cost The final amount depends on the applicable tariff and circumstances of the particular request. | Check the official source for the current fee | Check the current deadline |
Important notes
- A certificate that no criminal proceedings are pending is not a criminal-record certificate.
- Data may be used only for the stated purpose.
Common mistakes
- Requesting the wrong type of certificate.
- Requesting a document for a domestic procedure that the authority must obtain ex officio.
Institutions
Official sources
Information was editorially reviewed on 02/09/2026. Before applying, check the latest information on official websites.
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