About Croatia's Correctional System
Croatia's correctional system is managed by the Uprava za zatvorski sustav. For inmate searches, use the official contacts listed below or contact the facility directly using the phone numbers on this page. Where available, the facility listings below include addresses, inmate capacity, and descriptive information.
For US citizens detained in Croatia, contact US Embassy Croatia at +385 1 661 2200 immediately, or call the US State Department Citizens Emergency Center at 1-888-407-4747 from the US.
Croatia Resources & Legal Services
Key Croatia Prison Contacts
| Agency / Contact | Location | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Uprava za zatvorski sustav | Croatia | +385-1-3698-888 | Visit Site |
| US Embassy Croatia | Croatia | +385 1 661 2200 | Visit Site |
| US State Dept Emergency (from US) | Washington DC | 1-888-407-4747 | Visit Site |
Showing 6 facilities in Croatia
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Juvenile and young adult correctional facility near Zagreb. Part of the Croatian correctional system for young offenders.
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Prison in eastern Croatia's largest city in Slavonia. Houses sentenced and remand prisoners from the Osijek-Baranja County judicial district.
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Prison in Rijeka Croatia's main port city on the Kvarner Gulf. Houses sentenced and remand prisoners from Primorje-Gorski Kotar County.
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Prison in Croatia's second largest city on the Dalmatian coast. Houses sentenced and remand prisoners for the Split-Dalmatia County judicial area.
Zatvor u Zadru
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Prison in the coastal city of Zadar in Dalmatia. Houses sentenced and remand prisoners from Zadar County. Note: Zagreb is a city in Croatia - all Croatian prisons are included in the Croatia section.
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Croatia's largest prison. Located in Remetinec district of Zagreb. Houses long-term sentenced male prisoners. Primary intake facility for the Zagreb judicial district. Operated by the Croatian Directorate for Prison System.
Croatia Prison FAQ
Browse the facility listings on this page to find the specific institution, then contact them directly using the phone number listed. For US citizens detained in Croatia, contact US Embassy Croatia at +385 1 661 2200 immediately.
Contact US Embassy Croatia at +385 1 661 2200 immediately, or call the US State Department Citizens Emergency Center at 1-888-407-4747 from the US. Consular officers can visit detained Americans, provide lists of local attorneys, and notify family members.
Visitation rules vary significantly by facility and security level in Croatia. You will typically need to be on an approved visitor list, present valid government-issued photo ID, and comply with the facility's dress code. Contact the specific facility directly using the phone number listed on this page to confirm current visitation hours and requirements.
Contact Hrvatska odvjetnička komora for referrals to qualified criminal defense attorneys in Croatia. The US Embassy can also provide a list of local attorneys. You can also find a criminal lawyer through our directory.
Each Croatia facility has its own approved methods for receiving inmate funds. Contact the facility directly using the phone numbers listed on this page for current accepted payment methods, deposit limits, and procedures.