IPA Component I programme is focused on financing of activities and projects related to harmonization of Croatian regulations with acquis communautaire and strengthening capacities of institutions for taking obligations related to EU membership. The projects from the fields of justice and home affairs, human rights protection and antidiscrimination, strengthening of NGOs, protection of cultural and natural resources, traffic policies, health and environmental protection.
Body responsible for preparation of programmes and projects within the framework of IPA Component I programme is the Ministry of Regional Development and EU Funds. The Ministry of Finance is responsible for financial management and control, whilst the Central Finance and Contracting Agency is responsible for implementation of public procurement procedures and contracting of projects.