Croatian Government Scholarships 2026

The Croatian Government Scholarships are public scholarships offered by the Government of Croatia for international applicants who wish to study or carry out research at accredited institutions in Croatia. They are commonly administered through Croatia's education authorities and support academic cooperation with foreign students, researchers, and higher education institutions.

Based on recent postings, the programme includes opportunities for PhD study, short-term doctoral research stays, and postdoctoral research visits. Awards may be used at Croatian host institutions such as the University of Zagreb, provided the applicant has been accepted by a suitable host department or supervisor. In the referenced opportunity, research was hosted at the Faculty of Science, University of Zagreb, Department of Chemistry.

Funding generally includes monthly financial support and subsidized accommodation. The exact duration and value depend on the scholarship category, such as a full doctoral scholarship, a short-term PhD stay, or a postdoctoral visit. Recent postings indicate that postdoctoral research visits may range from 1 to 10 months.

These scholarships are intended for foreign students, university teachers, scientists, and researchers. Applicants are typically expected to identify a Croatian host institution in advance, secure a host supervisor, and obtain a Letter of Invitation. Application materials are generally submitted in English or Croatian. In some cases, nomination by a relevant national authority or a recommendation linked to Croatian language studies may also be required, depending on the scholarship strand.

If you are interested, you should look for the current annual call, review the scholarship category that matches your level, and contact a potential Croatian host institution early. Because conditions vary by award type, applicants should always check the official call carefully before applying.