Invest in Croatia

CROATIA, A COUNTRY AT THE CROSSROADS

Croatia is located at the crossroads between the Mediterranean, Central and Southeast Europe. • Three out of the total of ten important Pan-European transport corridors pass through Croatia. • The Adriatic Sea cuts deep into the European landmass, making Croatian ports the ideal European gateway for maritime trade with countries of Central and Southeast Asia, as well as Australia and Oceania. • For countries of Central and Southeast Europe, the Adriatic is the optimal maritime route for trade with North and South America and Africa. • An important intracontinental and intercontinental gateway, Croatia boasts advanced telecommunications and modern transport infrastructure. Croatia is a political and economic leader in the region of Southeast Europe and the best point of entry into the region's fast-growing markets. • Steady economic growth, stable currency and low inflation, neither of which changed significantly since 1993, guarantee a safe and productive business environment. • The fast progress of accession negotiations with the EU offers further proof of Croatia's political and economic maturity.

CROATIA IS A GREAT PLACE TO VISIT AND TO LIVE IN

• Natural beauty and historic heritage make Croatia one of the most popular tourist destinations worldwide. • Clean environment and easy availability of organically grown food contribute to a high-quality of life. • Thanks to its position at a geographic and cultural crossroads and its tourist economy, Croatia is a country of friendly, cosmopolitan and multilingual people. • The high pace of economic growth and change makes for a dynamic, fast-learning population. The Croatian Government provides a wide range of support to foreign investors. • Foreign and domestic investors have equal treatment. • Croatia has double taxation avoidance agreements with 38 countries. • Among the incentives offered to foreign investors are tax and custom exemptions, communal and business...