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Residency · EuropeSerbia Temporary Residence
Temporary residence in Serbia through company formation, employment or property ownership. There is no fixed investment program.
- Investment from
- See the costs
- Processing
- To confirm
- Family
- See the family rules
- Stay required
- To confirm
Decision summary
- What do you obtain?
- Serbia Temporary ResidenceRoute to citizenshipPermanent residence after three consecutive years of temporary residence;
- What does your family invest?
- No fixed minimum investment.
- What is additional?
- Information pending verification
- How long does it take?
- Information pending verification
- Must you travel or live there?
- Information pending verification
- Family inclusion
- Information pending verification
- Program status
- Operational
Overview
Serbia has no golden visa. Foreigners obtain temporary residence on grounds such as founding a company, employment or owning property in Serbia.
Since amendments in 2024, temporary residence can be approved for up to three years, and permanent residence can be requested after three consecutive years.
Costs depend on the route; company formation is the most common choice for entrepreneurs.
Path to citizenship
Ordinary naturalisation rules only
Permanent residence after three consecutive years of temporary residence; citizenship follows the ordinary rules.
See every residency route to citizenship →Investment pathways
- Investment pathway
- Temporary residence on grounds such as company formation, employment or property ownership.
- Minimum investment
- No fixed minimum investment.
From published programme sources
Application process
- 1Establish a qualifying ground such as owning real estate in Serbia or an investor or self-employment basis, and apply while you are lawfully staying in Serbia.
- 2Apply through the eForeigner portal, or in person at the Ministry of Interior unit for your registered address, attaching documents for your ground and paying the fees the portal calculates.
- 3The Ministry of Interior decides, generally within 30 days of a complete application, or 15 days for single residence-and-work permit grounds.
- 4When notified, attend the police administration's foreigners department to give biometric data and receive confirmation with your foreigner registration number.
- 5The temporary residence permit is issued as a card, valid for up to three years from the application date depending on the ground and documents.
- 6Apply to extend from three months before expiry up to the expiry date; if you file on time, you may stay in Serbia until the decision.
Steps and timings can change; your advisor confirms the current process before you apply.
Investment and fees
Qualifying investment amounts and government fees are always shown separately. We do not publish single "total price" figures, as the total depends on family composition and circumstances.
- To be confirmed
- Government fees · Due diligence fees · Estimated additional costs · Investment holding period
From published programme sources
Residence requirements
- Renewal requirements
- Temporary residence can be approved for up to three years at a time.
- Potential route to citizenship
- Permanent residence after three consecutive years of temporary residence; citizenship follows the ordinary rules.
- To be confirmed
- Residence requirements
From published programme sources
Due diligence and documentation
Applicants and included dependants undergo background and source-of-funds checks by the relevant authority. Documentation requirements are confirmed during preparation — no documents are needed for an initial consultation.
Considerations, limitations and risks
- Published entry thresholds are not comprehensive costs; taxes, professional fees and dependent charges may apply.
- Immigration law, visa access and naturalisation rules can change without notice.
- Individual eligibility depends on nationality, financial background, due diligence and program-specific criteria.
Status and authority
- Operational status
- Operational
- Official government authority
- Ministry of Interior, Serbia
- Legal basis
- Law on Foreigners, as amended in 2024.
- To be confirmed
- Nationality restrictions
Programme rules change; your advisor confirms every figure before you commit.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a Serbia golden visa?
No. Residence is granted on ordinary grounds such as company formation, employment or property ownership, with no fixed investment amount.
What is the minimum investment for Serbia Temporary Residence?
No fixed minimum investment.
Can my family be included?
Family inclusion rules vary and will be confirmed for your circumstances.
How long does the process take?
Timeframes depend on the authority and the completeness of your application. An advisor can provide current guidance.
Does the Serbia Temporary Residence lead to citizenship?
Permanent residence after three consecutive years of temporary residence; citizenship follows the ordinary rules.
Is approval guaranteed?
No. Every application is decided by the government concerned after due diligence, and requirements can change.
Discuss Serbia with an advisor.
Share your objectives in confidence. An advisor will outline the options that may be relevant to your family and circumstances.