Cost
Court fees and possible representation costs depend on the case
Marriage and family
Marriage and familyEditorially reviewed 02/09/2026
Divorce
Find out when to submit a joint petition or lawsuit, which mandatory counselling precedes the procedure and how to arrange matters concerning children.
Usual time
Depends on agreement, children and court workload
Responsible institution
Općinski sud
How to apply
This procedure has one application method.
In person or by another permitted method
Submit the application to the competent institution following its current instructions.
Required documents
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In person or by another permitted method
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Steps
In person or by another permitted method
- 1
Choose a joint petition or lawsuit
The route depends on whether the spouses agree.
- 2
Complete mandatory counselling if you have minor children
The Croatian Institute for Social Work helps arrange parental care.
- 3
File the case with the competent court
Attach prescribed documents and proposals concerning children.
- 4
Update records after the decision becomes final
Check the divorce entry and any surname and document change.
Prices and deadlines
| Procedure | Price | Deadline |
|---|---|---|
Procedure cost The final amount depends on the applicable tariff and circumstances of the individual application. | Court fees and possible representation costs depend on the case | Depends on agreement, children and court workload |
Important notes
- The child’s best interests take priority over the parents’ agreement.
- A divorce abroad may require recognition and registration in Croatia.
Common mistakes
- Submitting a joint petition without a parental-care plan.
- Not checking finality and registration after the judgment.
Institutions
Official sources
Information was editorially reviewed on 02/09/2026. Before applying, check the latest information on official websites.
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