National Minimum Wages To Increase In 2021

Key Points

• A new minimum wage of HRK 4,250 per month applies to foreign workers nationwide
• The new wage levels affect EU nationals and most Stay and Work Permit applications
• EU Blue Card and Key Personnel routes are subject to different salary thresholds
• EU ICT Permit applicants and posted workers should be compensated at equal wages to local workers
• Employers must compensate foreign workers in HRK
• The new minimum wages apply to current, pending, and new applications
• Benefits and allowances do not count towards minimum wage calculations

Overview

The Croatian government has announced new minimum wage levels of HRK 4,250 per month in 2021.

What are the Changes?