Serbia Visa and Passport Requirements
| Passport required | Return ticket required | Visa Required | |
|---|---|---|---|
| British | Yes | No | No |
| Australian | Yes | No | No |
| Canadian | Yes | No | No |
| USA | Yes | No | No |
| EU | 1 | No | No |
Passports
To enter Serbia, a passport valid for the duration of stay is required by all nationals referred to in the chart above except (1) EU nationals holding a valid national ID card.
Make sure you get an entry stamp in your passport on arrival as anyone without one of these can suffer problems and a fine on departure. Do not attempt to enter Serbia via Kosovo as the Serbian government doesn't recognise Kosovo as an official entry point, and doesn't recognise Republic of Kosovo passport stamps.
Passport Note
You must register with the police within 24 hours of arrival. If you're staying in a hotel, this is usually done automatically when you check in.
Visas
Visas for Serbia are not required by nationals referred to in the chart above for stays of up to 90 days within a six-month period.
Nationals not referred to in the chart should contact the embassy to check visa requirements for Serbia.
Types and Cost
Transit/short-stay visa (C): £44. (Fee varies for a few nationalities.)
Validity
Transit visa: single, double or multiple stays of up to five days each within a six-month period; short-stay visa: 90 days within a six-month period.
Application to
Nearest consulate or embassy.
Schengen Visas
Serbia is not a signatory to the Schengen agreement, but it does allow Schengen visa holders to enter without needing to obtain an additional visa.
Temporary residence
For stays in the Republic of Serbia that last longer than 3 months or when taking up employment, a combined residence and work permit must be applied for online on the Serbian government website before departure.
Working days
Allow at least a month for visa processing.
Sufficient Funds
All travellers to Serbia must have proof of sufficient funds, which are considered to be €50 per day.
Entry Documents
A health insurance is recommended for the period of stay in Serbia, covering the amount of not less than €20,000.
Extension of stay
Visas can only be extended (up to a further 90 days) in exceptional circumstances.
Entry with children
For minors of foreign citizens parental consent is not required to enter the Republic of Serbia.
Entry with pets
If bringing your pet to Serbia, your animal must have a veterinary certificate for Serbia and a valid rabies vaccination certificate.
This page reflects our understanding of current rules for the most common types of travel to the said country. However, please note that each authority sets and forces entry rules, hence we strongly recommend that you verify critical information with the relevant embassy before travel.
Embassies and tourist offices
Embassy of the Republic of Serbia in the UK
Telephone: (020) 7235 9049.
Website: http://www.london.mfa.gov.rs
Address: , 28 Belgrave Square, London, SW1X 8QB,
Opening times:
Mon-Fri 0930-1700. The consular section is open to the public 1000-1300.
Embassy of the Republic of Serbia in the USA
2134 Kalorama Road, NW, Washington, DC 20008, USA
Telephone: (202) 332 0333.
Website: http://www.serbiaembusa.org
Address: NW, 2134 Kalorama Road, Washington DC, 20008,
Opening times:
Mon-Fri 0900-1700. The consular section is open to public Mon-Fri 1000-1300.
British Embassy in Serbia
Telephone: (11) 3060 900.
Website: http://www.gov.uk/government/world/serbia
Address: , Resavska 46, Belgrade, 11000,
Opening times:
Mon-Thurs, 0800-1630; Fri 0800-1300.
