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The LITP allows for the detention of vulnerable applicants, if detention is suited to their special needs i.e. if, by individual assessment, it is established that such a form of accommodation is suitable for their personal circumstances and needs, and especially for their health.[1] Moreover, it provides for detention of unaccompanied children, although separately from adults and for as short a period as possible if, through individual assessment, it is established that this form of accommodation is necessary.[2] According to the Ministry of Interior, in 2024 two unaccompanied asylum-seeking children were detained.[3]
[1] Article 54(7) LITP.
[2] Article 54(8) LITP.
[3] Croatian Law Centre: The Croatian Asylum System in 2024- National Report; available at: https://www.hpc.hr/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/National-Asylum-Report-2024_CLC.pdf.