Vacancy Announcement – Guard
The U.S. Mission in Zagreb, Croatia is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the position of Guard. CLOSING DATE: September 18, 2019 Read More»
Fulbright Scholarship: Special Graduate Study Program for 2020-2021 Academic Year is now open.
Special Study Abroad Opportunity! Application Deadline: September 20, 2019 Read More»
Statement of Condolence from the United States Embassy
The U.S. Embassy community was saddened to hear of the Croatian soldier who was killed while serving in Afghanistan, and of the injuries to two other Croatian soldiers. The United States extends its deepest condolences and sympathy to the bereaved family and friends of the Croatian soldier whose life was taken in a shameful attack. ... Read More»
Borovje Primary School Students Visit the Embassy
On May 28, Deputy Chief of Mission Victoria Taylor, spoke to students of Primary School Borovje who visited the Embassy as part of regular VisitUS program. Read More»
Ambassador Kohorst @ ZŠEM
Ambassador Kohorst returned to Zagreb School of Economics and Management – ZSEM May 27 to speak to business students from the University of Richmond’s Robins School of Business who will spend the next week working with five Croatian companies on an international consulting project. Read More»
Indiana University Students Visit the Embassy
A group of 14 students from Indiana University School of Social Work visited the Embassy on May 23. Read More»
Deputy Chief of Mission at Opening of Regional “Catch-All” Controls Workshop
Deputy Chief of Mission Victoria Taylor spoke at the opening of the Export Control and Related Border Security (EXBS) Regional “Catch-All” Controls Workshop in Zagreb. In Zagreb on May 23, 2019 Read More»
Embassy’s Dubrovačko-Neretvanska County MeetUS team
On May 22-24, the Dubrovačko-Neretvanska County #MeetUS team visited Ploče, Korčula Island, and the Pelješac Peninsula. In Ploče on May 22, 2019 Read More»
Ambassador Kohorst visits FER
Ambassador Kohorst visited FER on May 21 and met with Dean Gordan Gledec and the Management Board of FER to discuss past and future cooperation in support of our shared educational and exchange programs. Read More»
Reach for Gold: IP and Sports
The Embassy and the State Intellectual Property Office cohosted “Reach for Gold: IP and Sports” in honor of #WorldIPDay . Olympic medalists in water polo Dubravko Šimenc and NBA Hall-of-Famer Dino Rađa talked to Croatian and American students about why counterfeit products are dangerous and how Intellectual Property has helped them succeed as athletes. In Zagreb on ... Read More»
Visit to Dag Hammarskjöld University College of International Relations and Diplomacy
On May 15, 2019 Consular Chief David Jendrisak and Visa Assistant Zeljko Medic spoke with students at Visoka škola međunarodnih odnosa i diplomacije Dag Hammarskjöld . Read More»
“Partnership for Education” Training Program
Deputy Chief of Mission Victoria Taylor, Croatian Deputy Police Director General Željko Prša, and Croatian Police Academy Assistant Director Mirjana Abramović yesterday officially opened the seventh cycle of the regional law enforcement training program “Partnership for Education” and the newly established ICITAP Office at the Police Academy. In Zagreb on May 13, 2019 Read More»
Statement from the United States Embassy on the occasion of World Press Freedom Day
On the 26th anniversary of World Press Freedom Day, we honor the journalists and media professionals who have dedicated their lives, frequently at great risk, to promote accountability, transparency and inclusion in the United States, Croatia and around the world. Read More»
Ambassador Kohorst’s interview for Croatian Radio
Ambassador W. Robert Kohorst spoke with Drazen Korda of Croatian Radio’s weekly foreign policy program “Viza.” In Zagreb on April 26, 2019 Read More»
Embassy’s statement on Croatia’s 10th NATO anniversary
Statement from the United States Embassy on the occasion of the 10th anniversary of Croatia’s accession to NATO Read More»
U.S. Embassy To Conduct Crisis Management Exercise On Monday, March 18
The U.S. Embassy Zagreb will conduct evacuation exercises with the support of the Government of Croatia and United States Air Force units based at Aviano Air Force Base in Italy on Monday, March 18, 2019. Read More»
2020-2021 Fulbright Post-Doctoral (Scholar) Program
The Fulbright Post-Doctoral (Scholar) Program for the 2020-21 Academic Year is Now Open. Application Deadline: May 10, 2019 Read More»
2020-2021 Fulbright Pre-Doctoral (Student) Competition
The Fulbright Pre-Doctoral (Student) Competition for the 2020-2021 Academic Year is Now Open. Application Deadline: May 10, 2019 Read More»
Ambassador Kohorst’s Interview for Croatian Television
Ambassador W. Robert Kohorst spoke with Tončica Čeljuska, HRT journalist and editor, about his first year as the U.S. Ambassador to Croatia, the U.S.-Croatian relationship, as well as a number of other issues. The interview was aired on February 12, as part of the “U svom filmu” talk show. Read More»
Students Visit the Embassy
A group of 17 students from Secondary School of Economic in Slavonski Brod visited the Embassy on February 12. The group was welcomed by Victoria Taylor, Deputy Chief of Mission, and met afterwards with several Embassy representatives. After numerous questions, students got a good look into U.S. diplomats careers and everyday lives. Read More»
Voices of Now Zagreb Performance at High School Jelkovec
What gets in the way of change This is the question young artists tried to answer during their 10-day workshop with artists from Arena Stage Theater in Washington, DC. The Voices of Now performance took place at High School Jelkovec on February 7, 2019. Read More»
MeetUS Team Visits Medjimurje County
As part of the Embassy’s new outreach initiative MeetUS, Embassy’s Međimurje County MeetUS team visited Čakovec and Međimurje County on Thursday, February 7, 2019. The MeetUS team met with Matija Posavec, Međimurje County Prefect, visited Josip Slavenski High School in Čakovec, and visited Lepi Dečki Brewery. Read More»
Statement from U.S. Ambassador W. Robert Kohorst
Congratulations to the Croatian government – particularly Prime Minister Plenković and Minister Ćorić – for approving funding for the Krk LNG terminal. This project is an investment which maximizes Croatia’s gas supply options and makes a major contribution to regional gas supply diversification and security. The terminal will make LNG imports from a wide-range of suppliers ... Read More»
Ambassador Kohorst Visits RACVIAC
On February 1, Ambassador Kohorst toured the facilities of the RACVIAC Center for Security Cooperation, and learned from Director Bazo about RACVIAC’s work in fostering regional security dialogue and cooperation. Read More»
Statement from U.S. Ambassador W. Robert Kohorst
My comments to the media this morning have been misinterpreted, and I would like to clarify them. Before anything else, I would like to emphasize that the United States Government has excellent cooperation with Croatia and with the Government of Prime Minister Andrej Plenković. We had a productive meeting this morning on several bilateral issues. ... Read More»
Accepting Differences – Documentary Filmmaking Workshop
Stacey Woelfel, Journalism Professor & Director of the Jonathan B. Murray Center for Documentary Journalism @ the University of Missouri Journalism School spent 2 weeks in Zagreb at the invitation of the Embassy and conducted a 2-week “Accepting Differences – documentary filmmaking workshop” with University of Zagreb journalism students. Read More»
Pre-departure briefing for Dragan Vulin, IVLP program participant
The U.S .Embassy held a pre-departure orientation December 18 for Mr. Dragan Vulin, participant of the upcoming International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) entitled “Current U.S. Social, Political, and Economic Issues for Young European Leaders”. Mr. Vulin, as president of the Osijek Baranja County Assembly, is a youth leader with an active academic and political background. ... Read More»
Completion of U.S. Assistance Project
Ambassador Kohorst marked the completion of a one million-dollar U.S. assistance project which not only disposed of dangerous weapons, but improved Croatia’s ability to safeguard and protect their own secure ammunition storage facilities. In Zagreb on December 14, 2018. Read More»
Embassy Support for Book Fair(y) in Pula
The Embassy supported the 24th Book Fair(y) in Pula, November 29-December 9, 2018 by inviting Mirko Ilić from New York City. Mirko Ilic actively participated in Pula book fair programs and his visit was a great opportunity for local audiences to discuss design culture today, as well as to hear about tolerance, education, hard-work, human ... Read More»
Advanced Security Documents Verification & Identification Training
Export Control and Related Border Security Program, in coordination with the Croatian and Serbian Border Police, sponsored the Advanced Security Documents Verification and Identification Training in Dubrovnik, November 26-December 1, 2018. Read More»
Alumni Engage and Give Back
Over 200 alumni of various U.S. Government exchange programs (Fulbright, Hubert Humphrey, Ron Brown, Benjamin Franklin, International Visitor Leadership Program and others) attended the “Alumni Engage & Give Back” networking event organized at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Zagreb on November 29, 2018 Read More»
Thanksgiving Explained in American Corner Zagreb, Jelkovec Department
Mr. Doug Barnes, Facility Manager at the U.S. Embassy Zagreb gave a presentation at the American Corner Zagreb – Jelkovec November 27 on the traditions of America’s Thanksgiving holiday. Mr. Barnes described the unique dishes Americans eat and other traditional activities associated with Thanksgiving Day. He shared his experience of celebrating the holiday back home ... Read More»
Ambassador Kohorst Visits Vukovar
During his visit to Vukovar on November 19, Ambassador Kohorst joined Deputy Mayor of Vukovar Ivana Mujkić at Vukovar’s Mitnica Kindergarten, to commemorate the U.S.-funded construction of the school’s new annex. Read More»
Ambassador Kohorst In Vukovar
On November 18, Ambassador Kohorst participated in the commemoration of the estimated 2,800 dead and missing from the 1991 siege of Vukovar. Read More»
Ambassador Meets With Scout Association of Croatia
Ambassador Kohorst met with scouts from the Scout Association of Croatia as they prepare to attend the 24th World Scout Jamboree in West Virginia. In Zagreb on November 16, 2018 Read More»
Humanitarian Project in Sisak
On 16 November, COL Matthew Denny, Chief of the Office of Defense Cooperation, accompanied Kristina Ikic Banicek, Sisak Mayor at the tour of the construction site of the US Government-funded humanitarian assistance project in the city of Sisak. This visit marked the start of construction of the new kindergarten facility in the Viktorovac neighborhood in ... Read More»
The Last-B24: The Tulsamerican
Kelly McKeague, Director of the Defense Prisoner of War – Missing in Action Accounting Agency (DPAA), visited Croatia for documentary film screening documentary of “The Last-B24: The Tulsamerican,” documentary about the 2017 underwater recovery of a U.S. airman who was lost near Vis in 1944. In Zagreb on November 13, 2018 Read More»
Ambassador Kohorst at the Diplomatic Club
On November 8, Ambassador Kohorst addressed the Croatian Diplomatic Club at the Diplomatic Academy in Zagreb. Members of the Croatian diplomatic corps engaged in a conversation with the Ambassador on U.S. – Croatia relations. Read More»
Ambassador and Defense Minister Visit U.S. soldiers
Ambassador Kohorst and Croatian Minister of Defense Krsticevic welcomed visiting American soldiers and toured their aircraft at Pleso Airbase on November 7, 2018. Read More»
Ambassador Visits Bjelovar
On November 7, Ambassador Kohorst visited the Croatian city of Bjelovar at the invitation of Mayor Dario Hrebak. Ambassador Kohorst learned about the measures Bjelovar has taken to attract new businesses and investment and visited schools preparing students for success in the modern economy. Read More»
Tech Innovation & Entrepreneurship Fellowship Program
We're excited to share that applications are now open for the Spring 2019 ProFellows program! Application deadline is November 30. Read More»
Visit of the U.S. Department State’s Regional Public Engagement Specialist
Carla Higgins, Regional Public Engagement Specialist, visited Croatia for the first time last week. Carla covers seven countries in the region, including Croatia, where she provides expertise and support for our American Corners. During her visit, she met with American Corner Zagreb assistants who briefed her about their programs and activities. Read More»
2019 Benjamin Franklin Transatlantic Fellow Summer Institute
We are pleased to announce we are offering a scholarship for highs school students from Croatia to attend a summer institute in the US. Applications are open until January 25, 2019. Read More»
On the Rocks A Capella Choir in Croatia
University of Oregon A Capella Choir On the Rocks visited Zagreb, Rijeka and Osijek and held concerts in all three cities in October 2018. Read More»
Fulbright Specialist Program
The Fulbright Specialist Program provides short-term Fulbright grants abroad lasting between 2 and 6 weeks. Applications accepted: November 2, 2018 – March 30, 2019. Read More»
Outlaw Regime: A Chronicle of Iran’s Destructive Activities
The report covers Iran's support for terrorism, its missile program, illicit financial activities, threats to maritime security and cybersecurity, human rights abuses, as well as environmental exploitation. Read More»
Ambassador Kohorst Speaks for Croatian Television
Ambassador Kohorst spoke with Dubravka Ziljak of Croatian Television’s morning program, “Dobro jutro, Hrvatska” on October 17. In the interview, Ambassador Kohorst spoke about U.S.-Croatian relations and his impressions about Croatia and Zagreb. Read More»
Diversity Visa 2020 Program – Applications Open
Online registration period for the DV-2020 Program will last from noon, Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) (GMT-4), Wednesday, October 3, 2018, and noon, Eastern Standard Time (EST) (GMT-5), Tuesday, November 6, 2018. Applicants have to submit entries for the DV-2020 program electronically at dvlottery.state.gov . There is no cost to register for the DV Program. Do not wait until the ... Read More»
U.S. Donates 2 New Blackhawk Helicopters
Ambassador Kohorst visited Pleso Air Base on October 12 to announce the U.S. donation of 2 new Blackhawk helicopters and supporting equipment with a total value of $53 million USD—one of the largest capability donations the U.S. government has made in Europe to date. Read More»
Ambassador Kohorst Speaks at the Founder Institute Zagreb
On October 11, Ambassador W. Robert Kohorst spoke at the Founder Institute Zagreb about what it takes to be an entrepreneur and judged start-up pitches. Read More»
3 Croatian Female Front-Runners Travel to the U.S.
Three Croatian female front-runners in fields of STEAM education, journalism and women’s entrepreneurship – Maja Mačinko Kovač, Dora Kršul and Dijana Kobas Dešković visited the Embassy on October 11. All three will participate in the U.S. Department of State’s premier professional exchange program, the International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP). Read More»
Ambassador Kohorst Opens Academic Year
Ambassador Kohorst opened the 2018-2019 academic year at the Dag Hammarskjold University College of International Relations and Diplomacy. Students engaged in a conversation with the Ambassador on U.S. – Croatian cooperation and our shared interests. Read More»
Ambassador Kohorst Participates in Day of Big Plans Conference
Ambassador Kohorst participated in Lider magazine’s annual Day of Big Plans conference on September 26. In his one-on-one session with Ivana Dragicevic, Ambassador Kohorst spoke about U.S.-Croatian relations, the business and investment climate in Croatia, the potential for additional U.S. investments in Croatia and diversification of energy supply in Europe. Read More»
Ambassador Kohorst Welcomes Members of Croatian-American Parliamentary Friendship Group
In September, Ambassador Kohorst hosted a reception with members of the Croatian–American Parliamentary Friendship Group and discussed how to improve Croatia’s relationship with the U.S. and strengthen U.S.-Croatia legislative ties. Read More»
Ambassador Kohorst Visits Startup Camp Rijeka
Ambassador Kohorst visited the Embassy’s annual program for young entrepreneurs, Startup Camp Rijeka, in September and met all the teams, watched and judged their business presentations and awarded the prizes to winners. Read More»
Fulbright Schuman program – Grants for EU Citizens
The Fulbright-Schuman Program, administered by the Commission for Educational Exchange between the United States of America, Belgium and Luxembourg, is jointly financed by the U.S. State Department and the Directorate-General for Education and Culture of the European Commission. Awards are available to candidates from any of the Member States of the European Union to study, ... Read More»
Ambassador Kohorst Talks to Students
Ambassador Kohorst visited Zagreb School of Economics and Management on September 12 and spoke to over 250 students, staff, and members of the diplomatic and business community about his experience in business and entrepreneurship. Read More»
Embassy celebrates Independence Day
Ambassador W. Robert Kohorst and Ms. Shelley Allen welcomed Croatian President Kolinda Grabar-Kitarovic and numerous guests at the Embassy’s California Dreamin’ party celebrating America’s Independence Day. In Zagreb on July 3, 2018. Read More»
Secretary of Defense James N. Mattis Attends U.S.-Adriatic Charter Meeting
During his July 12-13, 2018 visit to Zagreb, Secretary of Defense James N. Mattis attended the U.S.-Adriatic Charter Defense Ministers meeting, co-chaired by the Croatian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defense Damir Krsticevic and Montenegrin Minister of Defense Predrag Boskovic. In Zagreb on July 13, 2018. Read More»
U.S. Embassy Welcomes Secretary of Defense James N. Mattis
U.S. Secretary of Defense James N. Mattis arrived in Zagreb on July 12, 2018 following his participation at the NATO Summit in Brussels. Secretary Mattis was greeted plane-side by Ambassador W. Robert Kohorst. Read More»
Director of Jasenovac Memorial Center to participate in State Department’s International Visitor Leadership Program
Ivo Pejakovic, Director of the Jasenovac Memorial Center will participate in the State Department’s International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) next month. During his pre-departure orientation at the U.S. Embassy Zagreb on July 10, Pejakovic learned about the specific objectives for the project “Human and Civil Rights for Marginalized Communities”. Read More»
Ambassador Kohorst Hosts Press Roundtable
In honor of Ambassador W. Robert Kohorst’s first six months in Croatia, the Ambassador hosted an on-the-record press roundtable with media representatives. He reviewed his first six months in Croatia, discussed U.S.-Croatian bilateral cooperation and current issues. In Zagreb on June 27, 2018 Read More»
First gathering of International Visitor Leadership Program participants
Embassy Zagreb hosted the first ever reception for a group of International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) participants. Ambassador W. Robert Kohorst greeted the group, and Public Affairs Officer Wylita Bell thanked participants for advancing mutual understanding. In Zagreb on June 27, 2018 Read More»
Ambassador Visits American Corner Zadar
On June 5, Ambassador W. Robert Kohorst and Ms. Shelley Allen, visited the American Corner Zadar. Milko Belevski, American Corner Coordinator and Doroteja Kamber-Kontić, Library Director, gave a tour of the Corner and described their programs and activities to promote American language, culture and values. During the visit, high school students and participants of the ... Read More»
U.S. Embassy welcomes Attorney General Jeff Sessions
Attorney General Jeff Sessions visited the U.S. Embassy May 25 and met with Ambassador W. Robert Kohorst and Department of Justice and Embassy staff. His visit illustrates the strong law enforcement partnerships between the United States and Croatia. Read More»
Attorney General Jeff Sessions attends opening of Transnational Organized Crime Regional Workshop
U.S. Attorney Jeff Sessions, U.S. Ambassador W. Robert Kohorst and Minister of Internal Affairs Davor Bozinovic attended the opening of the Transnational Organized Crime Regional Workshop hosted at the Police Academy in Zagreb May 24. Chiefs of Police and Chief State Prosecutors from six regional countries were also in attendance. Read More»
U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions Arrives in Zagreb
On May 23, 2018, U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions was greeted plane-side by U.S. Ambassador W. Robert Kohorst. During his May 23-25 visit, Attorney General Sessions will discuss bilateral and international law enforcement and judicial cooperation and discuss ways of further strengthening the close law enforcement relationship between the United States and Croatia. This is ... Read More»
U$850,000 Donation to International Sava River Basin Commission
The International Sava River Basin Commission on May 18, 2018 held a Donation Ceremony, commemorating an $850,000 donation from the U.S. Government. At the donation ceremony Ambassador Kohorst highlighted importance of the donation which will help Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Serbia and Slovenia react faster to Sava River floods in order to prevent the loss ... Read More»
United States U-15 Boy’s Soccer Team Competes in Croatia
The United States Soccer Federation’s U-15 Boy’s National Team is in Zagreb! They are being hosted by a local club in Velika Gorica and took time from their busy training and practice schedule to meet with a representative from the U.S. Embassy. We wish them all the best tomorrow during their match with Serbia at ... Read More»
Embassy hosts Law Students
On May 8, 2018, Ambassador W. Robert Kohorst met with 20 Croatian law students, members of the European Law Students Association (ELSA) from the University of Zagreb, who wanted to learn more about the American legal system and American culture. Students also talked to Defense Attaché Robert Mathers, Political Officer Daniel Carroll and with the ... Read More»
Security Alert – U. S. Embassy Zagreb, Croatia May 3, 2018
Location: All of Croatia Event: The U.S. government remains concerned that terrorists are intent on targeting U.S. citizens, including children. Terrorists may employ a variety of tactics, such as violent assaults and kidnappings. In the past they have used knives, guns and vehicles as ramming devices. They may target schools, hospitals, churches, tourist locations, transportation ... Read More»
Statement by U.S. Ambassador W. Robert Kohorst
April 14, 2018 The precision strikes by U.S., French, and British Forces were focused on crippling Syria’s chemical weapons capability and deterring their future use, consistent with U.S. and our allies’ policy on Syria. The chemical weapons attacks by the Syrian regime violate its obligations under Security Council resolution 2118 and the Chemical Weapons Convention and ... Read More»
2018 Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program Competition Closed
The next competition is expected to open in April of 2019. Read More»
Meet U.S. Ambassador to Croatia W. Robert Kohorst and Ms. Shelley Allen!
In this video, Ambassador Kohorst and Ms. Allen introduce themselves and share their impressions of Croatia. Read More»
USA Days in Vukovar
The American Corner Vukovar and “Dragutin Tadijanović” elementary school organized USA Days in Vukovar. The event started with the elementary school students’ performance about the U.S. and their meeting with Ebrima Ndure, former U.S. Marine. In Vukovar on March 28, 2018 Read More»
Croatian Energy Policy Expert to Travel to the U.S.
Vjekoslav Jukić, Head of the Energy Policy Department at the Ministry of Environmental Protection and Energy, visited the Embassy in preparation for his participation in the International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) „U.S. Energy Policy: A Regional Project for Europe.“ In Zagreb on March 9, 2018. Read More»
U.S. Marine Talks to Students in Varaždin
A U.S. Marine visited the 6th elementary school in Varaždin on March 8 and spoke with students about his life as a U.S Marine and the U.S. Marine Corps. In Varazdin on March 8, 2018 Read More»
2019-2020 Fulbright Program Competition – Closed
Fulbright Program competition for academic year 2020-2021 will open in March of 2019 Read More»
Black History Month Celebrated at American Corners Osijek and Vukovar
Wylita Bell, Public Affairs Officer, talked to students at American Corners in Osijek and in Vukovar about her family’s history and the importance of the Black History Month celebration. Read More»
Ambassador W. Robert Kohorst Meets With Students
Ambassador W. Robert Kohorst during his meeting with a group of students from Josip Slavenski High School in Čakovec. In Zagreb on February 27, 2018 Read More»
Students from Sisak Visit the Embassy
Doug Jones, Deputy Chief of Mission, welcomed a group of high school students from Sisak during their visit to the Embassy on February 20. Read More»
Black History Month Celebrated in Rovišće
Courtland Freeman, Assistant Regional Security Officer, visited Rovišće and celebrated the Black History Month with elementary school students. In Rovišće on February 8, 2018 Read More»
Member of Croatian Parliament Travels to the U.S.
Before his trip to the U.S. and participation in our “US Foreign Policy: Global Challenges” International Visitor Program, member of Croatian Parliament Domagoj Hajdukovic, visited the Embassy and met with Wylita Bell, Public Affairs Officer. In Zagreb on February 1, 2018 Read More»
Students and Teachers Visit the Embassy
A group of elementary school students, the school principal and teachers from the small town of Prelog in Medjimurje visited the Embassy on January 30 Read More»
Visas Without all the Fuss – FAQ Video Series on Visas
FAQ Video Series on Nonimmigrant Visas titled Do vize bez šize (Visas Without all the Fuss). Read More»
Ambassador Kohorst with Prime Minister Plenković
Ambassador W. Robert Kohorst with Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenković on January 18, 2018 Read More»
Ambassador Kohorst Presents Credentials
Ambassador W. Robert Kohorst presented his credentials to Croatian President Kolinda Grabar-Kitarović on January 12, 2018 Read More»
Are Private Schools Better than the Public Ones?
Sarah Groen, Acting Deputy Chief of Mission, visited the Gornjogradska High School in Zagreb and delivered a lecture on “The Education in the U.S.” to a group of the American Studies program students on December 19. The students were interested in learning more about the U.S. schools. What subjects are mandatory at the high schools in ... Read More»
How do You Become a Diplomat?
A group of students from the elementary school from Sesvetska Sela visited the Embassy on December19. Apart from the Acting Deputy Chief of Mission and U.S. Marines, the students met with the Assistant Public Affairs Officer Laura Djuragic who told them about her work and career. The students wanted to find out more about her ... Read More»
Mayor of Krk Visits the Embassy
Mr. Darijo Vasilić, the Mayor of Krk, and Mr. Čedomir Miler, Deputy Mayor, visited the Embassy on December 12. They met with Sarah Groen, Acting DCM, Wylita Bell, Public Affairs Officer and with representatives from the Economic section. The guests described the situation on the island of Krk, mentioning tourism, the LNG terminal and a ... Read More»
Security Message for U.S. Citizens: Personal Security Reminder
December 7, 2017 The recent announcement that the United States recognizes Jerusalem as the capital of Israel and plans to relocate the U.S. Embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem may spark protests, some of which have the potential to become violent. U.S. Embassy Zagreb reminds U.S. citizens of the need for caution and awareness of ... Read More»
European Travel Alert (November 16, 2017)
The Department of State alerts U.S. citizens to the heightened risk of terrorist attacks throughout Europe, particularly during the holiday season. U.S. citizens should exercise caution at holiday festivals and events. This Travel Alert expires on January 31, 2018. Recent, widely-reported incidents in France, Russia, Sweden, the United Kingdom, Spain, and Finland demonstrate that the ... Read More»
Students from Zagorje Experience the Embassy
A group of high school students from Zlatar, Hrvatsko zagorje, visited the Embassy on December 5. Sarah Groen, the Acting Deputy Chief of Mission, welcomed them to the Embassy. The students had a chance to find out about the Embassy activities as well as to ask questions. What do you like about Croatia? What do ... Read More»
PAO Visits American Corner Rijeka
Wylita Bell, Public Affairs Officer, paid her first visit to the American Corner Rijeka on November 30. She discussed future program strategies with AC coordinator Kristina Doja. Read More»
Ogulin Wants To Come Closer to the U.S. Department of State
A group of 60 high school students together with the Mayor of Ogulin visited the Embassy on November 28 and was welcomed by Doug Jones, Chargé d’Affaires. The group also met with other Embassy representatives. They had a chance to talk about exchange programs to the Public Affairs chief Wylita Bell, about visas to the ... Read More»
2018 Benjamin Franklin Transatlantic Fellow Summer Institute
We are pleased to announce the U.S. Embassy is offering scholarships for highs school students from Croatia to attend a summer institute. Applications are open until January 19, 2018. Read More»
Is Your Job Difficult?
The Embassy Visit program goes on! A group of 60 elementary school students from a small town of Mečenčani visited the Embassy on October 24. The students were curious to know more about the American way of life, about the work at the Embassy and about the Americans. What is the difference between the U.S. ... Read More»
PAO Visits Jelkovec Public Library
Wylita Bell, Public Affairs Officer, visited the American Corner Zagreb at the Public Library Jelkovec on October 23. A group of 6 and 7 year old students participated in the program “I Can Also Read” as a part of the Croatian Book Month. Read More»
What Can AC Zadar Offer?
Wylita Bell, Public Affairs Officer, visited the American Corner Zadar on October 20. Milko Belevski, AC coordinator, informed Ms. Bell about the Corner’s activities and programs at the Corner and in the Zadar County. Read More»
How Many Uniforms Do You Have?
A group of students from the elementary school Kustošija visited the Embassy on October 17. Apart from the Deputy Chief of Mission, Information Management Officer and U.S. Marines, the students met with the Defense Attaché Robert S. Mathers who told them about his work and career. The students wanted to find out more about him ... Read More»
DV-2019 Program: Registration Period Opens on October 3, 2017
The annual Diversity Immigrant Visa Program makes available each year by random selection 50,000 immigrant visas to people from countries with historically low rates of immigration to the United States. Eligibility to apply for this program is determined by a person’s place of birth, not citizenship. Interested individuals can only register for the program during ... Read More»
Virginia Tech Visits the Embassy
A group of seven students from the Virginia Tech visited the Embassy on September 27. They are in the midst of a semester abroad in Switzerland and they are spending one week in Croatia to experience a different perspective on the EU. Students had a chance to talk to the Deputy Chief of Mission and ... Read More»
Do You Miss Starbucks?
Douglas Jones, Deputy Chief of Mission, welcomed the first group of students this school year. Students from Cvjetno naselje, Zagreb visited the Embassy on September 26 and asked numerous questions such as: Do you like spending more time in the U.S. or Croatia? Is it hard to live away from home? What Croatian word do ... Read More»
Security Message for U.S. Citizens: Flooding in Zadar Area
The U.S. Embassy advises U.S. citizens residing in and traveling to Croatia of flash flooding along the Dalmatian coast, including in and around the city of Zadar. According to the Croatian Directorate for Protection and Rescue, rain and flooding are ongoing and are causing disruptions to traffic, electricity, water, telephone and internet systems. Local authorities recommend ... Read More»
PAO Visits American Corner Zagreb
Wylita Bell, Public Affairs Officer, visited the American Corner Zagreb on September 7. Ms. Bell attended a lecture “ Five Steps to U.S. Colleges” organized by the Institute for the Development of Education. Read More»
Security Message for U.S. Citizens: Forest Fires on Dalmatian coast near Split
The U.S. Embassy advises U.S. citizens residing in and traveling to Croatia of a number of forest fires across coastal regions of Croatia, most notably in the area between Omis and Split. According to the State Administration for Protection and Rescue, efforts to control the fires are still ongoing and may be complicated by high ... Read More»
Statement by the U.S. Embassy in Zagreb
EMBASSY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA Public Affairs Office For Immediate Release STATEMENT BY THE U.S. EMBASSY June 29, 2017 We are aware of the decision issued by the Permanent Court of Arbitration (PCA) on the instruction of the Arbitral Tribunal in the arbitration between the Republic of Croatia and the Republic of Slovenia. ... Read More»
Did You Always Want to be a Diplomat?
A group of 6th Elementary School students from Varaždin visited the Embassy on June 6. Students met with Ambassador Noyes and other officers and they were given a tour of the Embassy. Read More»
How Does the Embassy Help Demonstrate Democratic Institutions?
Deputy Chief of Mission Doug Jones welcomed MBA students from Robins School of Business, University of Richmond, who visited the Embassy on June 2, 2017. They met with other American diplomats, the students had a chance to discuss politics, business, and the Embassy work. Read More»
Can I Study in the U.S.?
Christian Wright, Public Affairs Officer, visited the island of Korcula and delivered lectures on “The U.S. Holidays” at the high schools in Blato and Vela Luka on May 31. The students were interested in pursuing their education in the U.S., they also asked about the gender equality, health insurance, gun control, green card and visas. Mr. ... Read More»
Ambassador Noyes Welcomes Indiana University Students
Ambassador Noyes welcomed social work students from Indiana University who are in Croatia on a people-to-people exchange program. Students had a chance to talk to representatives from various Embassy sections and learn about the Embassy. In Zagreb on May 25, 2107 Read More»
Ambassador Noyes Visits American Corner
Ambassador Noyes visited the American Corner at Jelkovec Public Library where she read a story to a group of 10-year old students and met with a group of teens who asked questions about her career and the U.S. In Jelkovec on May 23, 2107 Read More»
What Does Your Day Look Like?
Douglas Jones, Deputy Chief of Mission, and other Embassy representatives met with a group of students from Ivanska who visited the Embassy on May 16, 2017. Students had a chance to talk about various issues, and enjoyed the tour of the Embassy. Read More»
Georgia Special Runoff Election Scheduled for June 20
The State of Georgia will conduct a special runoff election on Tuesday, June 20, 2017, for the 6th Congressional District to replace Tom Price who was confirmed as the U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary. This district consists of parts of Cobb, DeKalb, and Fulton counties. A special election was held on April 18, 2017. ... Read More»
Croatia’s Most Famous Tree Grows on U.S Soil
Ambassador Noyes, Mayor Jasmin Krizmanić and other guests from Gornja Stubica planted an offspring of the most famous tree in Croatia – the Gupčeva Lipa – in front of the Embassy on April 27 to celebrate both the Green Week and the 25th anniversary of bilateral relations US Croatia. Read More»
How Many Languages Do You Speak?
Douglas Jones, Deputy Chief of Mission and other American diplomats met with a group of students from the elementary school “Ivan Goran Kovačić” from Delnice who visited the Embassy on April 25, 2017. Read More»
California Special General Election Scheduled for June 6
The State of California will conduct a special general election on Tuesday, June 6, 2017, for the 34th Congressional District to replace Xavier Becerra who was confirmed as Attorney General of California. This district consists of part of Los Angeles County. A primary election was held on April 4, 2017, with no candidate receiving more ... Read More»
What Was Your Favorite Subject?
Christian Wright, Public Affairs Officer, met with a group of students from Gornja Stubica on April 11. Embassy visitors wanted to know more about the U.S. and they asked questions like: How do you spend your free time? What is your job at the Embassy? Do you speak Croatian? Can you tell us something about your ... Read More»
Ambassadors Noyes and Galbraith Talk About 25 Years of Diplomatic Relations
Tihomir Ladisic of N1 TV interviewed the first U.S. Ambassador to the Republic of Croatia, Peter Galbraith, and the current U.S. Ambassador to Croatia, Julieta Valls Noyes, on April 10, 2017 Read More»
Is it Difficult to Move Around the World?
Douglas Jones, Deputy Chief of Mission, welcomed a group of students from Čučerje on April 4, 2017. Students presented a list of most interesting facts about the U.S. and they were eager to hear answers to their questions. Read More»
Have you ever celebrated New Year’s eve in NYC?
Christian Wright, Public Affairs Officer, spoke about American holidays with a group of high school students, teachers, the mayor, and other town officials in Buzet on March 30. After the lecture, students asked numerous questions such as: How many times have you celebrated Thanksgiving in Croatia? What is the difference between the American and Croatian ... Read More»
Visit Our Newly Opened American Corner in Rijeka
Ambassador Julieta Valls Noyes, Mayor of Rijeka Vojko Obersnel, and Director of the Rijeka City Library Niko Cvjetkovic, opened the new American Corner Rijeka on March 29, 2017 Read More»
Do You Miss America?
Ambassador Noyes welcomed a group of high school students from Beli Manastir who visited the Embassy on March 28. Students had a chance to talk to the Ambassador and other Embassy officials about various issues. Read More»
South Carolina Special Primary Election Scheduled for May 2
The State of South Carolina will conduct a special primary election on Tuesday, May 2, 2017, for the 5th Congressional District to replace Mick Mulvaney who was confirmed as the Director of the U.S. Office of Management and Budget. This district consists of Cherokee, Chester, Fairfield, Kershaw, Lancaster, Lee, Union, and York counties, and portions ... Read More»
Montana Special Election Scheduled for May 25
The State of Montana will conduct a special election on Thursday, May 25, 2017, for its at-large Congressional District to replace Ryan Zinke who was confirmed as the U.S. Secretary of the Interior. This district represents all counties in Montana. Service members, eligible family members and overseas citizens may use the Federal Post Card Application ... Read More»
What are American traditions?
Laura Djuragic, Assistant Public Affairs Officer, and other Embassy representatives met with a group of students from Belica, Medjimurje County, who visited the Embassy on March 14. Read More»
Fulbright Program competition
Fulbright Program competition for academic year 2018-2019 is open from March 11 to May 12, 2017 Nature of Grants All Fulbright grants are research only. Grant benefits vary according to the provisions of the program of each participating country. All Fulbright grants include limited accident and sickness insurance and maintenance grants provided by the Department of State. Air fares for grantees are provided by the Agency for Mobility and EU Programs. ... Read More»
Elementary School Students Visit the Embassy
Laura Djuragic, Assistant Public Affairs Officer, and other U.S. diplomats met with a group of students from Odra elementary school on March 7, 2017 Read More»
What Makes a Successful Ambassador?
Douglas Jones, Deputy Chief of Mission, met with a group of University of Zagreb Faculty of Political Science undergraduate students on February 28, 2017. Students showed great interest in the conversation and asked numerous questions. Read More»
United States Repudiates Neo-Nazi March
EMBASSY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA Public Affairs Section Zagreb, Croatia ______________________________________________________________________________ For Immediate Release February 27, 2017 United States Repudiates Neo-Nazi March Zagreb, Croatia – The U.S. Embassy rejects, in the strongest terms, neo-Nazi and pro-Ustasha views expressed during the demonstration of a few people in Zagreb on Sunday. We condemn ... Read More»
Women’s Entrepreneurship Grants Program
U.S. EMBASSY ZAGREB – PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICE NOTICE OF FUNDING OPPORTUNITY Women’s Entrepreneurship Grants Program U.S. Embassy Zagreb is opening a call for creating a website and Facebook page that lists scholarships, programs, loans, grants and mentoring opportunities for women entrepreneurs of all ages. Through this program, the Embassy invites non-profit and non-governmental organizations from ... Read More»
Georgia Special Election Scheduled for April 18
The State of Georgia will conduct a special election on Tuesday, April 18, 2017, for the 6th Congressional District to replace Tom Price who was confirmed as the U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary. This district consists of parts of northern Atlanta and parts of surrounding counties such as Cobb, Fulton, and Dekalb. Overseas citizens ... Read More»
California Special Primary Election Scheduled for April 4
The State of California will conduct a special primary election on Tuesday, April 4, 2017, for the 34th Congressional District to replace Xavier Becerra who was confirmed as Attorney General of California. This district consists of part of Los Angeles County. If no candidate receives more than 50% of the vote, a special general election ... Read More»
Why Are American Corners Important?
Ambassador Julieta Valls Noyes joined the American Corner staff and host library directors from 5 American Corners – Zagreb, Zadar, Osijek, Vukovar and Rijeka at a retreat in Osijek on February 10. American Corners are important partners of the Embassy and we work together on the promotion of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM), English ... Read More»
Do You Have Friends in Croatia?
Ambassador Julieta Valls Noyes and other American diplomats met with a group of students from the High School “A. G. Matoš” from Zabok who visited the Embassy on February 7, 2017. Read More»
Kansas Special Election Scheduled for April 11
The State of Kansas will conduct a special election on Tuesday, April 11, 2017, for the 4th Congressional District to replace Mike Pompeo who resigned from the U.S. House of Representatives when he was confirmed and formally sworn in as the Director of the Central Intelligence Agency. This district consists of all or part of ... Read More»
Is Living in Alaska Difficult?
A group of elementary school students who attended Consular Officer Jessica Jarcev’s presentation about Alaska at the Public library in Gajnice learned about Alaska’s glaciers, volcanos, wildlife, whales, bears, moose and about salmon and fishing industries. The students were interested in Jessica’s native town and her school. They also wanted to know where young people ... Read More»
Elementary School Students Visit Embassy
Ambassador Noyes met with a group of elementary school students from Duga Resa, who visited the Embassy on January 24, 2017 Read More»
Will New Administration Overcome Divisions
Eric Williams, Political Counselor, delivered a lecture on “Post U.S. Elections” to a group of undergraduate students at the University of Zagreb Faculty of Political Science on January 19, 2017. Students were interested in a variety of issues the new American administration will have to deal with. Read More»
What is Your Favorite Place in Croatia?
Public Affairs Officer Christian Wright met with a group of elementary school students from Novo Čiče on January 17. Students met with representatives of other sections and enjoyed the tour of the Embassy. Read More»
Check out Our New Site!
Yes, we have a brand new website! Have a look around! The new-look website has seven sections representing broad topics that may be of interest to you. The sections are broken down further into sub-categories to assist you in finding specific information. The Seven Sections are: Visas – For all your Visa needs and questions. U.S. Citizen Services – ... Read More»
Alumni Grants Program 2017
U.S. Embassy Zagreb is opening a call for Alumni Grants for 2017. Through this program, the Embassy invites alumni of U.S. Government-sponsored programs and Croatian citizens who have studied in U.S. high schools or universities to apply for funding for small-scale projects, workshops, seminars and/or to bring an U.S. expert for a seminar, workshop or ... Read More»
How Does One Become a U.S. Diplomat?
Ambassador Noyes welcomed a group of high school students from Karlovac who visited the Embassy on December 14. Students had a chance to talk to the Ambassador and other Embassy officials about various issues. Read More»
2017 Benjamin Franklin Transatlantic Fellow Summer Institute
We are pleased to announce the U.S. Department of State is offering scholarships for highs school students from Croatia to attend a summer institute. Applications are open until February 20. Read More»
Security Message for U.S. Citizens: Europe Travel Alert
The Department of State alerts U.S. citizens to the heightened risk of terrorist attacks throughout Europe, particularly during the holiday season. U.S. citizens should exercise caution at holiday festivals, events, and outdoor markets. This Travel Alert expires on February 20, 2017. Credible information indicates the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL or Da’esh), al-Qa’ida, ... Read More»
Kiowa Warriors Helicopters Arrive Croatia
Ambassador Noyes, Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense Carpenter, Croatian Minister of Defense Krsticevic, Croatian Chief of Staff Sundov and other Croatian officials, attended the ceremony marking hand-over of 16 Kiowa Warriors helicopters @ Zemunik Air Base on December 8 Read More»
Bringing American Holidays to Vukovar and Osijek
Public Affairs Officer Christian Wright visited Vukovar elementary school and American Corner Osijek where he spoke about American holidays and answered students’ questions about life and education in the U.S. Thank you to our hosts – we hope to see you again soon! Read More»
Student Association Visits the Embassy
Deputy Chief of Mission Douglas Jones met with representatives of high school students in Croatia who visited the Embassy on December 7, 2016 Read More»
Do Americans Know About Croatia?
Douglas Jones, Deputy Chief of Mission, and other Embassy representatives met with a group of students from the Zagreb School for Nurses, who visited the Embassy on November 29 Read More»
Embassy Hosts Future Nurses
The Embassy hosted a group of students and professors from the High School for Nurses from Zagreb on November 22, 2016. During the visit, the group met with Douglas Jones, Deputy Chief of Mission, as well as with other American diplomats and the Embassy doctor. Read More»
American Holidays in Belišće
Christian Wright, Public Affairs Officer, spoke about U.S. holidays to a large group of students at the elementary school in Belišće on November 18, 2016. After the presentation, students asked questions to increase their understanding of the U.S. Read More»
What Do you Think of the New President
Douglas Jones, Deputy Chief of Mission, greeted a group of elementary school students from Sesvete on November 15. During their Embassy tour, students had a chance to speak with American diplomats about the President Elect and about their work and life in Croatia. Read More»
Drug Enforcement Administration Office in Zagreb
On November 8 the US Embassy in Zagreb marked the opening of a new section representing the Drug Enforcement Administration. The DEA has 92 Foreign Offices in 70 countries around the world. Read More»
Ambassador Noyes Welcomes Students
Ambassador Noyes met with a group of elementary school students from Oroslavje, who visited the Embassy on November 8. Students had a chance to talk to the Ambassador about a range of issues. During their visit, students met with other American diplomats and talked to the Marines about their life in Croatia. Read More»
Young People in Čazma Learn About U.S. Elections
Eric Williams, Political Counselor, delivered the last in a series of lectures on U.S. Elections to a group of high school students in the town of Čazma on November 7, 2016. Students were interested in the differences between Republicans and Democrats, and in the importance of swing or battleground states. Read More»
Who Will Be President
Ambassador Noyes welcomed students from Sesvete High School at the Embassy on November 3. Students have been following U.S. Elections closely and even organized a debate which they shared with Embassy officials. Read More»
Guerilla Marketing: Speaking so Clients Hear You
Mary Ellen Bates, a long time info-entrepreneur, walked Karlovac’s audience through steps to develop and deploy “undercover” marketing strategies. At the Karlovac Business Library on October 25, 2016 Read More»
How2 Launch A Successful One-Person Business, lecture in Zagreb
Empowerment P2P workshop focused on soft skills for solopreneurs was held by Mary Ellen Bates, American expert in small business and marketing, for a diverse audience at the American Corner Zagreb. On October 25, 2016 Read More»
Embassy Tour for Elementary School Students
A group of 8th grade students from Stenjevec elementary school visited the Embassy and met with Ambassador Noyes and other Embassy officials on October 25, 2016 Read More»
Etsyonica @ BizKoshnica in Zagreb
How to open an Etsy online shop was presented to small business owners at BizKoshnica by Ema Juretic, Etsy shop owner. The project is a result of partnership between the US Embassy Zagreb, Croatian Association of Independent Professionals and BizKoshnica. In Zagreb, on October 23, 2016 Read More»
Etsyonica @ Amosfera in Split
The US Embassy Zagreb, in partnership with the Croatian Association of Independent Professionals and Amosfera, organized a workshop on Etsy, the online platform where local one-business owners can sell creative products in their virtual shops. The workshop was run by Ema Juretic, Etsy shop owner. In Split, on October 21, 2016 Read More»
Ambassador Noyes Observes PUMA Exercise
Ambassador Noyes joined Croatian Chief of Defence General Mirko Šundov and other military officials to observe important Exercise PUMA, advancing U.S-Croatian shared security. At Slunj military range on October 20, 2016. Read More»
Etsyonica @ StepRi
New series of workshops held by Etsy shop owner, Ema Juretic, and organized by the US Embassy Zagreb in partnership with Croatian Association of Independent Professionals and StepRi, started in Rijeka on October 19, 2016. The workshop has helped local entrepreneurs to banish the fear from starting an online shop. Read More»
U.S. Elections Presented to Future Politicians
Eric Williams, Political Counselor, spoke about U.S. elections with a group of University of Zagreb Faculty of Political Sciences students on October 19, 2016. Students showed great interest and asked numerous questions about the U.S. elections process. Read More»
Will Immigration Policy Change With New President?
Eric Williams, Political Counselor, delivered another lecture about U.S. elections to high school students at the American Corner Zagreb on October 12, 2016. Students were interested in the role of debates, in differences between Presidential candidates, if Hillary Clinton had an advantage because she is a woman and if immigration policy will change with the ... Read More»
Is it Cool to be Ambassador?
Ambassador Julieta Valls Noyes met with a group of high school students from Slavonski Brod during their visit to the Embassy on October 11. Students talked to representatives of various sections about what American diplomats do in Croatia. Read More»
Summer Embassy Visit by Group of Local and International Students
A group of 60 students of negotiation from the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan, and students from the Zagreb School of Economics and Management (ZSEM) visited the Embassy on August 23, 2016. Greeted by Deputy Chief of Mission Doug Jones and other American diplomats, the students had a chance to discuss ... Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens: Travel Through Europe
The U.S. Embassy in Zagreb informs U.S. citizens residing in or traveling through Europe that travel may be delayed or disrupted across the region, including via land borders. We urge U.S. citizen travelers to carry a valid passport and visa or residency card, if applicable, at all times. Please monitor local media reports for up-to-date ... Read More»
Oregon Comes to Novska
Jacob Mecum, Economic Officer, presented the state of Oregon and Native American tribes to audiences at the High School in Novska on October 6. Mr. Vlado Klasan, Mayor of Novska, attended the lecture. Read More»
Embassy Visits Continue
Laura Djuragic, Assistant Public Affairs Officer, met with students from Lovro pl. Matačić elementary school. During the Embassy tour, students had a chance to speak with diplomats about their work and life in Croatia. In Zagreb on October 4, 2016 Read More»
Security Message for U.S. Citizens: October 2 Soccer Match in Zagreb “High Security Risk”
U.S. Embassy Zagreb informs U.S. citizens that local police have designated the soccer game scheduled to take place between Dinamo Zagreb and Hajduk Split at Zagreb’s Maksimir Stadium at 5:00pm, October 2, 2016, a “high security risk”game. Due to the rivalry between the two clubs and large number of visiting fans, the Zagreb Police Department ... Read More»
Ambassador Noyes Welcomes Students
Ambassador Noyes met with a group of students from the elementary school from a small town of Rovišće, who visited the Embassy on September 27. Students had a chance to talk to the Ambassador about a range of issues. They also spoke with other Embassy officials and toured the Embassy. Read More»
Karlovac High School Students Visit the Embassy
A group of high school students from Karlovac visited the Embassy on September 20 and was welcomed by Douglas Jones, Deputy Chief of Mission. The group also met with other Embassy representatives and spoke about a number of issues, including U.S. Presidential Elections, TTIP and exchange programs. Read More»
Jazz with US in Vrbnik
Workshop Jazz With US supported by the U.S. Embassy Zagreb and held by Lela Kaplowitz, Croatian jazz singer, included opportunities to highlight the American origins of jazz, educate kids about its unifying powers, and showcase its continued artistic evolution. In Vrbnik, on July 11, 2016 Read More»
Teachers in Karlovac Learn about U.S. Elections
A group of English teachers from Karlovac County invited Mr. Eric Williams, Political Officer, to deliver a talk on U.S. Elections. The group learned about the general concept as well as about the electoral college and the importance of swing or battleground states. In Karlovac on June 28, 2016 Read More»
Croatian official travels to the U.S.
Regional Security Officer, Colin Bucknor, meets with Mr. Mladen Pemper of the Croatian Ministry of Interior before his departure on the International Visitor Leadership Program in the United States. The three-week program will focus on U.S. and European Security Issues. Read More»
Dubrovnik’s Future Jazz Lovers
Under the Embassy’s June 22 outreach program “Jazz with US”, led by Croatian jazz artist Lela Kaplowitz, jazz as an American music form was introduced to Dubrovnik’s newest generation. The program offered a creative outlet for children to explore jazz through its history, rhythm, movement, songs, improvisation and play. Read More»
Good Morning Jazz Lovers – Jazz with US in Lovran
Jazz, a uniquely American form of music, was introduced to children age 4-6 in kid-friendly way by Lela Kaplowitz, a local jazz artist, in Lovran on June 15, 2016. The US Embassy started the program a few years ago under the title Jazz with US, and it continues as a summer workshops series. The kids ... Read More»
Copyright, Media Ethics, Liberty & Privacy discussed at LIDA
US Embassy Zagreb, in partnership with American Corner Zadar, sponsored the participation of Aram Sinnreich, an Associate Professor at American University’s School of Communication, as a guest speaker at the “Libraries in Digital Age 2016” (LIDA) international library conference in Zadar on June 13-17, 2016. Sinnreich’s contribution focused on the intersection of culture, law and ... Read More»
New Orleans Comes to Zagreb!
Thank you to everyone who came out to eat, drink and let the good times roll at the New Orleans Festival at Zrinjevac Park! We celebrated the Big Easy in style with jazz, jambalaya, photos and a real second line parade. Read More»
Oregon Comes to Karlovac
Jacob Mecum, Economic Officer, presented the state of Oregon and Native American tribes to the audiences at the Library for the Youth in Karlovac on June 3 Read More»
Indiana University Students Visit the Embassy
Ambassador Julieta Valls Noyes and other American diplomats met with a group of students from the Indiana University School of Social Work, who visited the Embassy on June 2. Read More»
Croatian NGO Visits the Embassy
Ambassador Noyes greeted members of “Mlada pozitiva,” a Croatian NGO, during their visit to the Embassy on May 31. During the Embassy tour, students had a chance to speak with American diplomats about numerous issues, including U.S. elections, Memorial Day, and consular issues. Read More»
Ambassador Noyes Greets Political Science Students
Zagreb University’s Political Science students visited the U.S. Embassy on May 25, 2016. They were welcomed by the Ambassador, who answered their questions about current political and economic issues. During their visit, the students also met with American diplomats and talked to the Marines about their lives in Croatia. Read More»
How Diverse Are the Native Americans?
Jacob Mecum, Economic Officer, presented the state of Oregon to the audiences at the American Corner Zagreb on May 24. Mr. Mecum showed beautiful photos of Oregon and of the Native American tribes. The audiences wanted to know more about the Native American traditions, their languages and their way of living. Read More»
Zadar Teenagers Meet U.S. Diplomat
Christian Wright, Public Affairs Officer, visited the Elementary School Krune Krstica in Zadar and met with a group of 13-year-old students who asked numerous questions about life of a diplomat. In Zadar on May 20, 2016 Read More»
What does it mean to be a diplomat?
Christian Wright, Public Affairs Officer, spoke with elementary school kids from Arbanasi about U.S. culture and values. Kids also learned what it means to be a diplomat. In Arbanasi on May 20, 2016 Read More»
Are there limits to freedom of the press in the U.S?
Christian Wright, Public Affairs Officer, met students from the University of Zadar, Department of Tourism and Communication technologies, and spoke about limits to freedom of the press in the U.S. In Zadar on May 19, 2016 Read More»
Etsyonica: All the Tools You Need to Start Your Own Etsy Shop
Christian Wright, Public Affairs Officer, helped audience at Etsyionica workshop at the American Corner Zadar to banish fear from starting a creative business. The workshop was held by Etsy shop owner, Ema Juretic, and organized in partnership with the Croatian Association of Independent Professionals. In Zadar on May 19, 2016 Read More»
Regional Security Officer Visits Rovišće Again
Colin Bucknor, Regional Security Officer, visited the elementary school in Rovišće for the third time and donated a set of books. Students volunteered to read in front of the class and discussed the book and various topics with Mr. Bucknor. In Rovišće on May 17, 2016 Read More»
Etsyonica: Workshop at American Corner Zagreb
Successful workshop about Etsy on-line market place took place on May 12 and 13 at the American Corner Zagreb. Ema Juretic, long-time owner of an Etsy shop spoke about this digital and shared economy platform and introduced it to the local community. Read More»
Is It Hard to Adjust to a New Country?
Ambassador Julieta Valls Noyes welcomed a group of 13-year old students from Čakovec who visited the Embassy on May 10, 2016. The students had a chance to talk to the Ambassador about a range of issues. They also spoke with other Embassy officials and toured the Embassy. Read More»
How Do Movies Portray America?
Christian Wright, Public Affairs Officer, together with Kelly Ireland, Hollywood-based field producer for the Emmy-nominated daytime TV program “The Doctors”, met with a group of 15-year old students from Brezovica at the American Corner Zagreb. They discussed various aspects of life in the U.S. including the differences between the U.S. and Croatian schools and whether ... Read More»
Postponement of Meeting of Foreign Ministers
The Embassy of the United States confirms that the only reason for the postponement of Secretary Kerry’s meeting with Foreign Minister Kovač was mutual scheduling conflicts. The relationship between the United States and Croatia remains strong. The United States and Croatia mutually agreed to reschedule this bilateral visit on another date. Read More»
American International School Students Visit the Embassy
Four students from the American International School representing Leadership and Service Learning Class visited the Embassy and conducted interviews with several Embassy officers. The group was greeted by Margaret Nardi, Deputy Chief of Mission. Read More»
U.S. Elections in Karlovac
Embassy intern Carly Joerger talked about the American Presidential Elections with high school students at the Library for the Youth in Karlovac on May 4. Is there big turnout at the Presidential elections? If one lives in NYC, and happens to be in LA during the election, can one vote? Read More»
Western Part of Town Comes to Buzin
A group of high school students from Kustošija visited the Embassy on May 3 and was welcomed by Margaret Nardi, Deputy Chief of Mission. The group also met with other Embassy representatives and spoke about a number of issues, including the differences between the U.S. and Croatian schools. Read More»
Security Message for U.S. Citizens: Demonstrations planned in Zagreb: May 1 10:00
The U.S. Embassy in Zagreb informs U.S. citizens residing in Zagreb, that police have informed the U.S. Embassy of two protest walks and a demonstration planned to start in front of the workers’ hall on Kresimir Square and proceeding down Subiceva Street via Kvaternikova Market to the main stage at Maksimir Park beginning at 10:00am on ... Read More»
JazZoo : International Jazz Day celebrated at Zagreb Zoo
International Jazz Day 2016 celebration culminated with JazZoo, workshop on jazz hosted by the U.S. Embassy, Zagreb Zoo and Joe Kaplowitz, American jazz musician. At Lion’s Rock, lions’ winter home at the Zoo, kids learned about jazz rhythm, sound, styles and history of jazz. The workshop finished with a joint jazz performance. In Zagreb, on ... Read More»
Jazz Appreciation Month Celebrated With Youth in Nin
The U.S. Embassy, the American Corner Zadar, and Lela Kaplowitz, local jazz singer, reached out to elementary school kids from Nin to celebrate the Jazz Appreciation Month through an educational workshop, “Jazz With US.” In Nin, on April 27, 2016 Read More»
Etsyonica @ American Corner Osijek
The U.S. Embassy, the Croatian Association of Independent Professionals and Ema Juretic co-organized the first workshop on Etsy for local handcraft owners. At the American Corner in Osijek on April 24 & 25, 2016 Read More»
World Book and Copyright Day: Advice, like youth, probably just wasted on the young
Christian Wright, Public Affairs Officer read “Advice, like youth, probably just wasted on the young” by Mary Schmich (Chicago Tribune, 1997) at the celebration of the World Book and Copyright Day hold in the National and University Library in Zagreb. On April 22, 2016. Read More»
High School Students Learn About U.S. Elections
Embassy intern Carly Joerger talked about the American presidential elections with high school students in Slavonski Brod on April 21. Students learned about the differences between the Croatian and American systems and discussed election trends in the United States. Read More»
“The Goonies” Come to Jelkovec
The American Corner Zagreb organized a film viewing at the Public Library Jelkovec on April 20. An outreach volunteer from the U.S. Embassy showed “The Goonies”, an adventure comedy for young adults. Read More»
Visit Our Newly Remodeled American Corner in Osijek
Ambassador Julieta Valls Noyes and the director of the Osijek City and University Library, Dubravka Padjen Farkaš, cut the ribbon on our expanded and newly remodeled American Corner on April 13. Read More»
“Are we now on the American territory?”
A group of 50 students from “Fran Galović“ High School in Koprivnica visited the Embassy and learned about the work carried out by the Embassy through its different sections. American diplomats and local employees spoke about the Embassy’s activities. In Zagreb, on April 12, 2016 Read More»
Is it safe to swim with Orcas?
A group of elementary school students from Brezovica, Medjimurje county, attended Consular Officer Jessica Jarcev’s presentation about Alaska at the American Corner in Zagreb on April 11, 2016. Read More»
Ron Brown Legacy Conference in Dubrovnik
Croatian Prime Minister Orešković opened the Ron Brown Legacy conference – CIRAZ 2016: Harnessing Innovation to Drive Economic Growth – at the University of Dubrovnik on Monday, April 4. Read More»
Ivanska Welcomes Ohio
Fulbright professor Russell Reising presented the state of Ohio to elementary school students in Ivanska on April 4. Students also wanted to know about tourist attractions in Ohio, and asked about the unemployment rate there. Read More»
Toddler Story Time
Today was the American Corner Zagreb’s first Toddler Story Time. Sondra Williams read out loud and played with the little ones who came to visit. Reading to toddlers is a great foundation for later independent reading and they learn that books are special. Today’s event was the first of a series of monthly programs. Read More»
Cody Brown on an American’s Life in Croatia
Best-selling author and political science professor Cody McClain Brown has continued with presentation of his book, “Chasing a Croatian Girl: A Survivor’s Tale” at the American Corner Zagreb. He compared his living in the U.S. with his life in Croatia, including the important role of ”punica” and the danger of “propuh”. Audiences asked if “punica” ... Read More»
American Corner Zagreb Celebrates Women’s History Month
Stephanie Olson, American professor, delivered a lecture on “Women’s Work in the U.S. – World War to Cold War” at the American Corner Zagreb on March 30, 2016. Professor Olson described images and roles of women in the United States from 1920s to the 1960s.The audiences learned about difficult jobs women performed in factories during ... Read More»
Is It Challenging To Be a Diplomat?
A group of elementary school students from Petrinja visited the Embassy on March 29 and was welcomed by Christian Wright, Public Affairs Officer. The students performed a brief show in English entitled “The Stone Soup”. Read More»
Celebration of Women’s Contributions to Economy at Economic Faculty Zagreb – Yes We Can
With the goal of promoting March as the Women’s Month, the U.S. Embassy Zagreb, in partnership with the University of Zagreb Economic Faculty library, invited Elizabeta Planinić , Woman Entrepreneur of the Year, to share her experiences and dispell myths about entrepreneurs with Economic Faculty students and professors. In Zagreb, March 24, 2016 Read More»
Yes We Can – Woman Entrepreneur talks at First Croatian Entrepreneurial Nest
First Croatian Entrepreneurial Nest at Stjepan Radić Elementary School in Brestovec Orehovički hosted a U.S. Embassy supported local lecturer, Elizabeta Planinić, Woman Entrepreneur of the Year 2015. She spoke about the importance and benefits of youth entrepreneurship programs at elementary school level to local teachers and students. In Brestovec Orehovički on March 23, 2016 Read More»
Refugee Issues in the U.S.
Sanja Pupačić of the Croatian Red Cross met with American officers before her departure on a three-week International Visitor Leadership Program in the United States where she will discuss issues related to refugee resettlement and integration. Read More»
Yes We Can : Encouraging Risk-Taking and Entrepreneurship in Sisak
The U.S. Embassy Zagreb, in partnership with Croatian Woman Entrepreneur of the Year 2015, Elizabeta Planinić, presented Ms. Planinić’s business success to high school students in Sisak. She also explained how to create an environment which supports young women entrepreneurs in tough times. The event took place at the Economic School in Sisak, on March ... Read More»
Yes We Can : Encouraging Risk-Taking and Entrepreneurship in Karlovac
Elizabeta Planinić, Croatian Woman Entrepreneur of the Year 2015, in partnership with the U.S. Embassy Zagreb presented her recipe for success in business to young people in Karlovac. The event took place at the Business Information Centar of the City Library Karlovac, on March 16, 2016 Read More»
Zagreb Oldest School Comes to the Embassy
Gornjogradska gimnazija students visited the Embassy on March 15. They were welcomed by Margaret Nardi, Chargé d’Affaires, who spoke about American tourists and investors in Croatia. In addition to learning about the structure and the role of the Embassy, students had a chance to talk to representatives of the Public Affairs Office, Political Section, as ... Read More»
How Often Can You Spot Orcas?
A group of geography students who attended Consular Officer Jessica Jarcev’s presentation about Alaska at the American Corner Zagreb learned about Alaska’s salmon and fishing industries, the beautiful and eerie northern lights, and the Alaska’s Big Three – bears, moose and whales. The students also wanted to know whether Alaska has all four seasons (yes!), ... Read More»
High School Students Learn About U.S. Elections
Eric Williams, Political Counselor, delivered another lecture about U.S. elections to high school students at the First Private High School in Zagreb on March 10, 2016. During the presentation, students were very active which contributed to the dynamic of the presentation. Students were interested in the role of social media during elections and in the ... Read More»
Agricultural Trade and Food Safety
Chargé d’affaires Margaret Nardi meets with Jurislav Babic of the Faculty of Agriculture in Osijek before his departure on a 3-week International Visitor Program in the U.S. where he will examine U.S. policies related to agricultural trade and food safety. Read More»
Future Business People Visit the Embassy
A group of University of Zagreb economy students visited the Embassy on March 9 and was welcomed by Margaret Nardi, Chargé d’Affaires. The group also met with other Embassy representatives and spoke about a number of issues, including U.S. Presidential Elections and business and investment climate in Croatia. Read More»
Ogulin Students Would Like to Visit the U.S.
Chargé d’ Affaires Margaret Nardi welcomed a group of students from Ogulin to the Embassy. She encouraged them to consider studying in the United States, adding they can put their knowledge to good use afterwards here in Croatia. Read More»
Bringing American Holidays Closer to Vukovar
IT Specialist Tru Notoma visited Vukovar’s elementary school where he talked with students about American holidays and answered questions about everything from hip hop to sports. The students also shared their experiences with Tru and one even demonstrated a Croatian folkdance! Thank you to our hosts – we hope to see you again soon! Read More»
Karlovac Youth Enjoy Alaska
Did you know that of the 20 highest peaks in the United States, 17 are in Alaska? The young people who attended Consular Officer Jessica Jarcev’s talk at the Karlovac’s Library for Young People do! Jessica answered questions about how Alaska has changed over the years, what it’s like to live near wild animals like ... Read More»
Cody Brown’s Perspective on Life in Croatia
Cody McClain Brown, best-selling author and political science professor, presented his book, “Chasing a Croatian Girl: A Survivor’s Tale” at the American Corner in Vukovar. Students were interested in the differences of lifestyle experiences between the U.S. and Croatia. In Vukovar on February 11, 2016 Read More»
Embassy Celebrates Black History Month in Slavonski Brod
Tru Notoma, IT specialist at the Embassy, talked to students about famous African Americans as part of the Black History Month series. After the presentation, students asked questions to increase their understanding of the U.S. At Slavonski Brod High School on February 9, 2015 Read More»
Journalism Students Travel to United States
Deputy Chief of Mission Margaret Nardi met with a group of journalism students who will travel to the U.S. to film a documentary about U.S. primary elections and learn more about the U.S. election process. In Zagreb on February 8, 2016 Read More»
Presenting New Technology
American Corner Zagreb in cooperation with the U.S. Embassy hosted a presentation about 3D printing by NGO Balthazar for a group of first grade students. In Zagreb on February 5, 2016 Read More»
Young People Learn About U.S. Elections
Eric Williams, Political Counselor, delivered the first in a series of lectures on U.S. Elections to a group of high school students at the American Corner Zagreb. In Zagreb on February 3, 2016 Read More»
Students from Zabok Learn about the U.S.
Ambassador Julieta Valls Noyes met with a group of students from the High School “A. G. Matoš” from Zabok who visited the Embassy on February 2, 2016. Read More»
Ambassador Noyes Announces U$850,000 Project
Ambassador Noyes visited the International SavaRiver Basin Commission in Zagreb on January 25, and announced the U.S. Embassy’s US$850,000 Light Detection and Ranging (LIDAR) project. Read More»
The Ambassador Welcomes Student Visitors, First in 2016
Ambassador Noyes met with a group of students from the First Private High School of Zagreb, who visited the Embassy on January 12. The students had a chance to talk to the Ambassador about a range of issues. They also spoke with other Embassy officials and toured the Embassy. Read More»
Statement by the U.S. Embassy in Zagreb
EMBASSY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA Public Affairs Office For Immediate Release STATEMENT BY THE U.S. EMBASSY August 12, 2015 The U.S. Embassy in Zagreb is deeply disturbed by the reported murder of Croatian citizen Tomislav Salopek by an ISIL-affiliate. Our thoughts are with his family, friends, and the people of Croatia. If confirmed, ... Read More»
Statement by the U.S. Embassy in Zagreb
We have made clear to both Slovenia and Croatia that we are not taking sides in this dispute. It is up to these two countries, both EU members and NATO allies, to resolve this bilateral issue, and we are hopeful they can do so. We welcome the comments by the Croatian leadership expressing a desire ... Read More»
Statement by the U.S. Embassy in Zagreb
We understand that several media outlets have published a story claiming that U.S. Marines detained Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs Evelin Tonković and Head of the Office for Special Security Željko Renić on the grounds of the U.S. Embassy in Zagreb. This story is completely untrue. No such incident occurred. The U.S. Embassy values its ... Read More»
Ambassador Merten’s Remarks at AmCham Lunch
Dear Ivan, Andrea, and AmCham colleagues, It’s a pleasure to be here with you at the end of nearly three years serving as Ambassador in Croatia, and to reflect a bit on what I’ve experienced and steps Croatia may want to consider taking in order to realize its full potential. And before I continue, I ... Read More»
Summer Work and Travel Presentation
Pozivamo vas na prezentaciju programa Summer Work & Travel u Osijeku, Rijeci i Zagrebu na kojima ćete saznati sve o dobivanju J-1 vize i uvjetima za sudjelovanje u programu. Konzul i predstavnici sponzorskih agencija u Hrvatskoj (CCUSA, Vikingtravel) odgovorit će na sva vaša pitanja. Svi su dobrodošli a posebno studenti i apsolventi dodiplomskih i magistarskih ... Read More»
U.S. Assistance to Croatia
Interactive map of U.S. Assistance to Croatia Read More»
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