Croatia is preparing to implement stricter health requirements for foreign workers from outside the European Union. Under the proposed new regulations, these individuals must submit a recent health certificate with their initial residency application.
The rule change follows a reported case of leprosy involving a migrant worker in Split. The mandate would also require workers residing in Croatia for under three years to undergo a medical examination inside the country to extend their stay. This exam would include chest X-rays, stool tests, and verification of vaccination status.
The draft legislation is currently open for public comment. If enacted, the rules would apply only to foreign nationals arriving after their official publication. Similar health screening policies are already common in many other European Union member states.
The rule change follows a reported case of leprosy involving a migrant worker in Split. The mandate would also require workers residing in Croatia for under three years to undergo a medical examination inside the country to extend their stay. This exam would include chest X-rays, stool tests, and verification of vaccination status.
The draft legislation is currently open for public comment. If enacted, the rules would apply only to foreign nationals arriving after their official publication. Similar health screening policies are already common in many other European Union member states.
