Ireland in Croatia
While our histories are very different, there are also similarities in the stories of the Irish and the Croat people.
Both have fought for their independence over many centuries and both have a long history of emigration, which has seen our people scattered across the world.
Croatian Celts GAA Club
Find out more about the only GAA club in south east Europe
Interview: Ultramarathon record holder Ivana Kolaric
The Croatian tells us how Ireland ignited a love for running
The last Frankopan
Irishman Laval Nugent's contribution to Croatia
James Joyce: the Pula connection
Discover more about the impact Pula had on Joyce's literary career
Although separated by land and sea, Ireland and Croatia have a shared European heritage. Our joint European Union (EU) membership has strengthened our modern relationship, with shared priorities at the core. As countries with a commitment to democracy and the rule of law, Ireland and Croatia work together internationally for peace and prosperity – in the United Nations, in our shared home in the EU, and in other international organisations.
Economic and cultural links
While previously not strong trading partners, our joint membership of the EU has promoted economic ties between Ireland and Croatia. These ties are now growing rapidly, supported by the strong people-to-people contacts between our two countries.
One of the strong links between Ireland and Croatia is a shared love of culture. Irish music and dance are known and appreciated all over Croatia, with many Irish performers in Croatian festivals and concerts.
Embassy of Ireland, Croatia
The Embassy works to promote and protect Irish interests in Croatia, strengthen political and economic relationships, support the Irish community and promote cultural ties and the Irish arts.
Our partners
The Embassy works closely with Irish State Agencies in Croatia and at home, to promote trade, tourism and inward investment.
Enterprise Ireland
Enterprise Ireland is the government organisation responsible for the development and growth of Irish enterprises in world markets.
IDA Ireland
Promoting foreign direct investment into Ireland through a wide range of services.
Tourism Ireland
Marketing the island of Ireland overseas as a holiday and business tourism destination.
Bord Bia
The role of Bord Bia, the Irish Food Board, is to act as a link between Irish food, drink and horticulture suppliers, and existing and potential customers throughout the world.