Croatia: buying property
The full process in 6 steps: the taxes you pay, what each stage costs and how long it takes (~60 days on average). Free guide, no account needed.
Process steps
1
Verify property in land registry
⏱ 1 week · 💰 legal fee
2
Hire Croatian lawyer and notary
⏱ 1 week · 💰 1% legal fee
3
Sign preliminary contract
⏱ 1 day · 💰 10% deposit
4
Notary certifies signatures
⏱ 1 day · 💰 notary fee
5
Pay real estate transfer tax
⏱ 30 days · 💰 3% transfer tax
6
Register ownership in land registry
⏱ 2-4 weeks · 💰 ~€50
Taxes & fees
transfer tax
3%
notary fee
€200-800
lawyer fee
1%
agent fee
3% each side
⚠️ Informational purposes only. Always consult a licensed local lawyer.
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