FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
What should be done on the first entry of a business entity in the Register of Business Entities?
For obtaining the Notification on classification of the business entity according to the NKD 2025 it is necessary to submit a filled-in RPS-1 form signed by the person who filled in the registration form and by the CEO/authorised person of the business entity. For an easier selection of the main activity in item 9 MAIN ACTIVITY (RPS-1 form), you can use the NKD Browser. The form can be downloaded here (PDF) or here (.DOC).
In addition to the filled-in RPS-1 form, it is necessary to submit for consideration a copy of a decision issued by an authorised body on the creation as well as the attestation on OIB.
You can submit the aforementioned documents either in person or by post to the following address: Croatian Bureau of Statistics, Branimirova 19, 10 000 Zagreb, Republic of Croatia, or by e-mail: registar@dzs.hr.
Working hours with clients: 8.30 15.30h
All information is also available on the phone: (+385 1) 48 93 501
How to change the activity code of a business entity according to the NKD 2025?
For changing the activity code according to the NKD 2025 it is necessary to submit a filled-in RPS-1 form signed by a person who filled in the registration form and by the CEO/authorised person of the business entity. For an easier selection of the main activity in item 9 MAIN ACTIVITY (RPS-1 form), you can use the NKD Browser. Under section 11 it is also necessary to enter financial information for the new activity for the last year and attach a short application for the change of activity code. The form can be downloaded here (PDF) or here (.DOC).
In addition to the filled-in RPS-1 form, it is necessary to submit for consideration a copy of a historical excerpt from the Court Register that contains the activity to which you want to re-register your business.
You can submit the aforementioned documents either in person or by post to the following address: Croatian Bureau of Statistics, Branimirova 19, 10 000 Zagreb, Republic of Croatia, or by e-mail: registar@dzs.hr.
Working hours with clients: 8.30 15.30h
All information is also available on the phone: (+385 1) 48 93 501
How to report changes regarding the business entity, such as change of address, of the name of the business entity etc.?
For obtaining the Notification on classification of the business entity according to the NKD 2025 with the aforementioned changes included, it is necessary to submit a filled-in RPS-1 form signed by the person who filled in the registration form and by the CEO/authorised person of the business entity. The form can be downloaded here (PDF) or here (.DOC).
In addition to the filled-in RPS-1 form, it is necessary to submit for consideration a copy of a historical excerpt from the Court Register if the business entity has been registered with the Commercial Court and the decision issued by a registration body in the case of registering an association, religious organisation and the like.
You can submit the aforementioned documents either in person or by post to the following address: Croatian Bureau of Statistics, Branimirova 19, 10 000 Zagreb, Republic of Croatia, or by e-mail: registar@dzs.hr.
Working hours with clients: 8.30 15.30h
All information is also available on the phone: (+385 1) 48 93 501
How can I obtain a transcript of the Notification on classification of a business entity according to the NKD 2025 for bank affairs, registering of vehicles and similar purposes?
If all earlier changes have been regularly registered, for obtaining the transcript of the Notification on classification according to the NKD 2025 it is necessary to write an application including the name, identification number or OIB of the business entity for which the transcript is required. The transcript of the Notification can be downloaded over the link CROATIAN BUREAU OF STATISTICS - REPUBLIC OF CROATIA. If a client comes in person, the application is not necessary, only the information on the name, identification number or OIB of the business entity.
You can submit the aforementioned documents either in person or by post to the following address: Croatian Bureau of Statistics, Branimirova 19, 10 000 Zagreb, Republic of Croatia, or by e-mail: registar@dzs.hr.
Working hours with clients: 8.30 15.30h
All information is also available on the phone: (+385 1) 48 93 501
How to register a part of a business entity?
In order to register a part of a business entity, it is necessary to submit a filled-in RPS-2 form signed by the person who filled in the registration form and by the CEO/authorised person of the business entity. For an easier selection of the main activity in item 2 ACTIVITY (RPS-2 form), you can use the NKD Browser. The form can be downloaded here (PDF) or here (.DOC).
In addition to the filled-in RPS-2 form, it is necessary to submit for consideration a copy of a decision on creation of a part of the business entity, or a decision issued by an authorised body on fulfilling terms required by law, or a decision on registration of a part of the business entity into a specific register.
You can submit the aforementioned documents either in person or by post to the following address: Croatian Bureau of Statistics, Branimirova 19, 10 000 Zagreb, Republic of Croatia, or by e-mail: registar@dzs.hr.
Working hours with clients: 8.30 15.30h
All information is also available on the phone: (+385 1) 48 93 501
How to report changes in a part of a business entity?
In order to register changes in a part of a business entity, it is necessary to submit a filled-in RPS-2 form signed by the person who filled in the registration form and by the CEO/authorised person of the business entity. The form can be downloaded here (PDF) or here (.DOC).
In addition to the filled-in RPS-2 form, it is necessary to submit for consideration a copy of a decision on the change in a part of the business entity, or a decision issued by an authorised body on fulfilling terms required by law, or a decision on the change in a part of the business entity into a specific register.
You can submit the aforementioned documents either in person or by post to the following address: Croatian Bureau of Statistics, Branimirova 19, 10 000 Zagreb, Republic of Croatia, or by e-mail: registar@dzs.hr.
Working hours with clients: 8.30 15.30h
All information is also available on the phone: (+385 1) 48 93 501
What needs to be prepared for starting the bankruptcy proceedings while submitting the request for obtaining the Notification on classification according to the NKD 2025?
If all earlier changes have been regularly registered in the Register of Business Entities, for obtaining the Notification on classification of the business entity according to the NKD 2025 it is necessary to submit a filled-in RPS-1 form signed by the person who filled in the registration form and by the CEO/authorised person of the business entity. The form can be downloaded here (PDF) or here (.DOC).
In addition to the filled-in RPS-1 form, it is necessary to submit for consideration a copy of a decision on starting the bankruptcy proceedings.
You can submit the aforementioned documents either in person or by post to the following address: Croatian Bureau of Statistics, Branimirova 19, 10 000 Zagreb, Republic of Croatia, or by e-mail: registar@dzs.hr.
Working hours with clients: 8.30 15.30h
All information is also available on the phone: (+385 1) 48 93 501
What needs be prepared for starting the liquidation proceedings while submitting the request for obtaining the Notification on classification according to the NKD 2025?
If all earlier changes have been regularly registered in the Register of Business Entities, for obtaining the Notification on classification of the business entity according to the NKD 2025 it is necessary to submit a filled-in RPS-1 form signed by the person who filled in the registration form and by the CEO/authorised person of the business entity. The form can be downloaded here (PDF) or here (.DOC).
In addition to the filled-in RPS-1 form, it is necessary to submit for consideration a copy of a decision on starting the liquidation proceedings.
You can submit the aforementioned documents either in person or by post to the following address: Croatian Bureau of Statistics, Branimirova 19, 10 000 Zagreb, Republic of Croatia, or by e-mail: registar@dzs.hr.
Working hours with clients: 8.30 15.30h
All information is also available on the phone: (+385 1) 48 93 501
What needs to be prepared for termination due to the conclusion of bankruptcy proceedings while submitting the request for obtaining the Notification on classification according to the NKD 2025?
If all earlier changes have been regularly registered in the Register of Business Entities, for obtaining the Notification on classification of the business entity according to the NKD 2025 it is necessary to submit a filled-in RPS-1 form signed by the person who filled in the registration form and by the CEO/authorised person of the business entity. The form can be downloaded here (PDF) or here (.DOC).
In addition to the filled-in RPS-1 form, it is necessary to submit for consideration a copy of a decision on termination due to the conclusion of bankruptcy proceedings.
You can submit the aforementioned documents either in person or by post to the following address: Croatian Bureau of Statistics, Branimirova 19, 10 000 Zagreb, Republic of Croatia, or by e-mail: registar@dzs.hr.
Working hours with clients: 8.30 15.30h
All information is also available on the phone: (+385 1) 48 93 501
What needs to be prepared for termination due to the conclusion of liquidation proceedings while submitting the request for obtaining the Notification on classification according to the NKD 2025?
If all earlier changes have been regularly registered in the Register of Business Entities, for obtaining the Notification on classification of the business entity according to the NKD 2025 it is necessary to submit a filled-in RPS-1 form signed by the person who filled in the registration form and by the CEO/authorised person of the business entity. The form can be downloaded here (PDF) or here (.DOC).
In addition to the filled-in RPS-1 form, it is necessary to submit for consideration a copy of a decision on termination due to the conclusion of liquidation proceedings.
You can submit the aforementioned documents either in person or by post to the following address: Croatian Bureau of Statistics, Branimirova 19, 10 000 Zagreb, Republic of Croatia, or by e-mail: registar@dzs.hr.
Working hours with clients: 8.30 15.30h
All information is also available on the phone: (+385 1) 48 93 501
How can we get the Notification on classification in English (Eurocertificate)?
For obtaining the Notification on classification in English (Eurocertificate) it is necessary to write an application for obtaining the Eurocertificate, including the name, identification number or OIB of the business entity for which the Eurocertificate is required (if a client comes in person, the application is not necessary, only the information on the name, identification number or OIB of the business entity).
You can submit the application either in person or by post to the following address: Croatian Bureau of Statistics, Branimirova 19, 10 000 Zagreb, Republic of Croatia, or by e-mail: registar@dzs.hr.
Working hours with clients: 8.30 15.30h
All information is also available on the phone: (+385 1) 48 93 501
We were informed that the Croatian Bureau of Statistics issued the Notification on classification according to the NKD 2025 for crafts, trades and free lances. Can you instruct us on how it is done?
The Croatian Bureau of Statistics keeps the Register of Business Entities based on positive laws.
On the entry in the Register of Business Entities, the Croatian Bureau of Statistics issues to business entities and parts thereof the Notification on the Classification of Business Entities according to the NKD 2025.
The Croatian Bureau of Statistics issues identification numbers and the Notification on classification according to the NKD 2025, but not for crafts, trades and free lances. Therefore, we kindly ask you to contact the Ministry of Economy, Entrepreneurship and Crafts.
How can crafts, trades and free lances obtain the Notification on classification according to the NKD 2025?
The Croatian Bureau of Statistics is not competent to assign identification numbers in the aforementioned case.
The identification number will be assigned to a craft, trade and free lance by the body who registered it or of which it is a member, if it meets the criteria for obtaining identification numbers defined by the aforementioned body.
How to register a foreign association, which has been registered in the Register of Foreign Associations, into the Register of Business Entities?
Foreign associations are not registered in the Register of Business Entities kept by the Croatian Bureau of Statistics and are not assigned a NKD code.
In order to regulate your status, please contact the Tax Administration, Avenija Dubrovnik 32, 10 000 Zagreb, where you will be assigned a VAT ID number.
Which forms need to be filled in for the Register of Business Entities?
On the first registration of the business entity and on reporting changes (activity, name of business entity, seat), the RPS-1 form must be filled in.
On the first registration of a part of the business entity and on reporting changes (activity, name of business entity, seat), the RPS-2 form must be filled in.
Is there any fee specified for entry/change/erasing/transcript of the Notification on classification according to the NKD 2025 and Eurocertificate?
Requests of business entities for entry/change/erasing/transcript of the Notification on classification according to the NKD 2025 and Eurocertificate received after 21 April 2018 are free of any charges.
Where is the National Classification of Activities 2025 NKD 2025 published and what is the role of the Croatian Bureau of Statistics in its publishing?
The Croatian Bureau of Statistics keeps the Register of Business Entities pursuant to the Act on the National Classification of Activities (NN, No. 98/94), the Decision on the National Classification of Activities 2025 − NKD 2025 (NN, No. 47/24) and the Ordinance on the Classification of Business Entities According to the National Classification of Activities 2025 − NKD 2025 (NN, No. 81/24).
The National Classification of Activities 2025 NKD 2025 is completely harmonised with the EU standard NACE Rev. 2.1 Statistical Classification of Economic Activities in the European Community pursuant to the Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2023/137 of 10 October 2022 amending Regulation (EC) No 1893/2006 of the European Parliament and of the Council establishing the statistical classification of economic activities NACE Revision 2.
It means that the NKD 2025 code is the same in all Member States and its translation is not needed.
The Register of Business Entities includes legal entities, natural persons engaged in activities according to the law and public government bodies (government administration bodies, other government bodies, local and regional self-government units, legal entities and other public authorities, legal entities established by the Republic of Croatia or by a local and regional self-government unit, legal entities performing public service, legal entities financed mostly or completely from the state or local and regional self-government units budgets, i.e. from public funds (taxes, provisions etc.) on the basis of a special act as well as trade companies in which the Republic of Croatia or the local and regional self-government units hold individual or joint majority ownership; hereinafter: business entities) classified according to the National Classification of Activities 2025 NKD 2025.
On the entry in the Register of Business Entities, the Croatian Bureau of Statistics issues to business entities and parts thereof the Notification on the Classification of Business Entities according to the NKD 2025.
The Croatian Bureau of Statistics assigns to each business entity a seven-digit identification number, while the part of business entity is additionally assigned a four-digit ordinal number.
Which information is available in the Register of Business Entities?
In line with the Price List of Publications and Services issued in the Publishing Programme for each year, you can download, for a charge, the database of business entities from the Croatian Bureau of Statistics, which contains names of business entities, addresses, identification numbers, personal identification number and NKD 2025 activity code harmonised with the NACE Rev. 2.1.
In addition, the Croatian Bureau of Statistics offers, for a charge, specific data processing of available data.