Croatia and Slovenia annual leave policies

In late July 2026, Croatia introduced a new incentive for high‑performing civil servants, granting up to five extra paid vacation days based on performance ratings. The change came amid a survey showing low satisfaction with rest after annual leave, with most workers receiving 20‑25 days per year.

A week later, both Croatia and neighboring Slovenia clarified the legal framework for annual leave. Slovenia’s labour code requires a continuous two‑week block within the yearly entitlement, while Croatia’s Labour Act guarantees a minimum of four weeks (20 days for a five‑day workweek, 24 for six‑day) and allows collective agreements or seniority to increase the total, sometimes up to 30 days. The clarification addressed common misconceptions about “summer‑long” breaks and highlighted that even teachers must work during vacation periods.