Brokerage fee/broker commission

For our comprehensive service we charge the usual rate in Croatia of 3%, but at least 3125€, plus 25% Croatian VAT (PDV) i.e. 3.75%.

Legal fees

Your lawyer will usually charge 1.5 – 2 % of the purchase price for his work.

Notary fees

The notary fees are based on the amount of work involved, depending on what you have notarized.

Real estate transfer tax

Real estate transfer tax in Croatia has fallen in recent years from 5% to 4% and now to 3%. So this is a wonderful time for you to acquire property in Croatia.

Tips on other costs that you will incur, especially after buying a property

Insurances

After purchase, you should immediately take out the usual insurance policies. We can recommend fire insurance, which is best taken out with a Croatian insurance company.

Electricity, water and sewerage

If your property is located in a developed area, it can be connected to the electricity grid and water supply. Waste water must be disposed of either via an existing sewer system or via a separate septic tank.

Telephone and Internet

As in Germany, you can get a telephone and Internet connection from Telekom. However, the documents are in Croatian and you should be able to speak the language or ask for help. Information and contracts are available on the Croatian Telekom website: www.hrvatskitelekom.hr