The Embassy of Croatia in The Hague represents Croatia in the Netherlands and serves Croatian citizens living in the country.
Contact Details
| Address | Surinamestraat 11, 2585 GG The Hague, Netherlands |
| Telephone | +31 70 362 36 38 |
| Fax | +31 70 392 78 23 |
| vrhhaag@mvep.hr | |
| Website | website no longer available (checked October 2026) |
| Head of Mission | Dubravka Plejić Marković, Ambassador |
Opening Hours
No opening hours are published by the Dutch government. Check the embassy’s website or call before visiting.
Location of the Embassy
Before your visit
You will find the embassy at Surinamestraat 11 (2585 GG The Hague).
- Opening hours: not published by the Dutch government – check the embassy’s website or call before you go.
- Preparation: check the required documents on the official website and bring originals with copies.
Who runs the Croatian Embassy?
According to the Dutch government, Croatia is represented by Ambassador Dubravka Plejić Marković (credentials presented 30 October 2019). Because The Hague hosts the Dutch government as well as the International Court of Justice and the OPCW, diplomatic work here often covers international law and organisations too.
Consular services
The consular section typically handles:
- Croatian passports and emergency travel documents
- Registration of births, marriages and deaths
- Certification and legalisation of documents
- Certificates for pensions abroad
- Citizenship and civil register matters
Documents checklist
What Croatian citizens usually need to bring for the most common requests, based on official Croatian government information:
Croatian passport (application at a mission abroad)
- Apply in person on the form available at the mission – two fingerprints and your signature are taken
- A biometric photo, 35 × 45 mm, without head covering (religious or medical exceptions)
- Your current passport and/or identity card
- Proof of residence or stay in the mission’s area (e.g. registration certificate)
- For a first passport: proof of Croatian citizenship (domovnica) and a birth register extract less than 6 months old
- Marriages or name changes abroad must first be entered in the Croatian registers; proof of payment of the consular fee
Lost passport – travel document for the return
- Report the loss to the local police and get the police record
- Apply in person at the nearest Croatian mission for a putni list
- It is valid for up to 30 days, for the return to Croatia
Sources: Croatian Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs – passport (mvep.gov.hr), Croatian Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs – travel document (putni list) (checked October 2026). Requirements and fees can change and individual posts may ask for more – confirm the current list with the embassy before your visit.
Do I need an appointment?
Many consular services require an appointment – check the website first.
Closing days
Like most offices in the Netherlands, the embassy closes on public holidays – including Easter Monday, King’s Day and Christmas. Check before visiting in the weeks around Christmas and Easter.
Emergency assistance
In an emergency, Croatian citizens should call the embassy on +31 70 362 36 38. The embassy can help with lost passports, arrests and serious accidents, but it cannot cover costs or interfere with Dutch authorities. In the Netherlands, the emergency number is 112; for non-urgent police matters call 0900 8844. Dutch citizens who need help in Croatia can contact the Dutch Embassy in Zagreb or the Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ 24/7 contact centre on +31 247 247 247.
Diplomatic missions of Croatia in the Netherlands
Croatia in the Netherlands
- The Hague – Embassy of Croatia (this page)
Frequently asked questions about the Embassy of Croatia in The Hague
What is the address of the Croatian Embassy in the Netherlands?
At Surinamestraat 11, 2585 GG The Hague.
Who is the ambassador of Croatia to the Netherlands?
Dubravka Plejić Marković, who presented credentials on 30 October 2019, according to the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Do I need a visa for Croatia with a Dutch passport?
No. A valid Dutch passport or identity card is enough.
Details checked on 11 October 2026. Sources: Government of the Netherlands – foreign representations in the Netherlands (government.nl, October 2026), Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs – ambassadors in the Netherlands (as of 2 September 2026), Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs – travel advice for Croatia (Nederland Wereldwijd), website no longer available (checked October 2026). Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the embassy before your visit.
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