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Serbia visa requirements for South African citizens

South African citizens need an eVisa for Serbia. Apply on the official website.

Passport

ZAF

South Africa

Going to

SRB

Serbia

eVisa

An online C visa for adults whose passport and application qualify.

Visa
eVisa
Max stay
90 days (3 months)
Fee
€90
Last updated
11 November 2026

Make your trip easier

Do you already have any of these?

Some countries make entry easier if you hold a valid visa or residence permit from another country.

Special rules for South African citizens in Serbia

  • 90 days within any 180-day period.
  • Transfers allowed.
  • Visa-free for a maximum stay of 90 days for valid visa holders or residents of the European Union member states and the United States.

What to do

  1. Apply on Serbia's official eVisa portal with a scan of your passport and a photo.

  2. Leave time for processing before you travel, and print the approval.

  3. Enter on the dates and through the ports the eVisa allows.

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Ways into Serbia

Check your passport rules before you apply for a visa.

  • Visa not requiredVisit with another visaA valid US, UK, Schengen or EU visa may allow a visa-free visit.
    Stay
    90 days
    Fee
    Free

    How to apply

    1. Check that your visa covers your whole stay.
    2. Carry your national passport and the passport with your visa.

    Documents required

    • Valid national passport
    • Valid US, UK, Schengen, EU visa
    • Passport containing that visa
    • Funds: 50 EUR per day
    • Stay up to 90 days in 180 days, before your supporting visa expires.
    • This route does not replace a D visa needed for a work-based stay.
    Official page
  • Visa not requiredVisit with residence permitA valid US, Schengen or EU residence permit may allow a visa-free visit.
    Stay
    90 days
    Fee
    Free

    How to apply

    1. Check where your residence permit is from.
    2. Check that it covers your whole stay.
    3. Carry your permit and valid national passport.

    Documents required

    • Valid national passport
    • Valid US, Schengen, EU residence permit
    • Funds: 50 EUR per day
    • Stay up to 90 days in 180 days, before your permit expires.
    • UK residence permits are not listed for this route.
    Official page
  • eVisaElectronic C visaAn online C visa for adults whose passport and application qualify.
    Stay
    90 days
    Fee
    €90
    Processing
    15–30 days

    How to apply

    1. Create an account and sign in to the visa portal.
    2. Choose C visa and your reason for travel.
    3. Fill in your details and upload your papers.
    4. Pay any fee shown for your application.
    5. Download your electronic visa after approval.

    Documents required

    • Passport details
    • Scanned photograph
    • Travel plan
    • Papers for your chosen visit type
    • Travel medical insurance
    • Fee payment proof, if needed
    • 2 blank pages
    • Stay up to 90 days in 180 days; follow your visa's dates and entries.
    • An online application may result in a passport sticker instead of an electronic visa.
    Official page
  • Visa on arrivalRare border C visaA border visa for people unable to apply earlier with a special accepted reason.
    Stay
    15 days
    Valid for
    15 days
    Entries
    Single

    How to apply

    1. Apply in person at the border crossing.
    2. Show proof of your special reason.
    3. Wait for the security check and decision.

    Documents required

    • Required application form
    • Proof of your special reason
    • Approval depends on security checks and the border authority's decision.
    • For transit, the stay and visa last only as long as the journey needs.
    Official page
  • Visa requiredTourist or private C visaA short visit visa for tourists and people visiting friends or family.
    Stay
    90 days
    Fee
    €90
    Processing
    15–30 days

    How to apply

    1. Apply online or in person at the Serbian embassy.
    2. Choose C visa and your reason for travel.
    3. Upload or hand in your papers and pay.
    4. Follow instructions to get your visa.

    Documents required

    • Filled application form
    • Passport less than 10 years old
    • Passport valid 90 days after departure
    • 2 blank passport pages together
    • Photo: 3.5 × 4.5 cm
    • Tourist booking and trip payment proof
    • Certified invitation for private visits
    • Travel medical insurance cover for visit date(s) and destination(s)
    • Hotel booking
    • Stay up to 90 days in 180 days; entries depend on your visa.
    • Online applicants must be 18 or older; children must apply in person.
    Official page
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About Serbia

Serbia is a landlocked republic in the central Balkans, on the Danube and Morava river valleys.

Capital
Belgrade
Money
Serbian dinar (дин.)
Languages
Serbian
Time zone
UTC+01:00
Cars drive on the
right side
Calling code
+381
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Questions

Are there special rules for South African citizens visiting Serbia?

Do south african citizens need a visa for Serbia?

South African citizens need an eVisa for Serbia. Apply on the official website.

How long can south african citizens stay in Serbia?

Up to 90 days each visit with the evisa rule. Staying longer can mean a fine or a ban from coming back.

Where do I apply online for Serbia?

Only on Serbia's official government website. Avoid agents and look-alike sites that add fees. Apply before you book anything you can't cancel.

Is it easier to visit Serbia if I already have a US, UK or Schengen visa?

With a valid visa or residence permit from US and EU, the rule becomes "no visa needed" for up to 90 days.

Do serbian citizens need a visa for South Africa?

Serbian citizens need a visa for South Africa, from its embassy or consulate.

Do other Africa passports get easier entry to Serbia?

Seychelles can enter without applying before they travel.

Which countries near Serbia are easier for south african citizens?

Kosovo, Russia, Angola, Antigua and Barbuda Argentina, and 3 more let south african citizens in without applying before travel.

What should I carry to Serbia?

Apply on Serbia's official eVisa portal with a scan of your passport and a photo. Leave time for processing before you travel, and print the approval.

What money is used in Serbia?

Serbian dinar (дин.). Carry some cash for arrival, especially if a visa fee is paid at the border.

What language do people speak in Serbia?

Serbian.

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