Serbia work visa

Anyone wishing to live and work in Serbia needs to apply for temporary residence. Visa-exempt nationals do not need the temporary residence visa before entry, but must still apply for a temporary residence permit to live and work in Serbia.

There are 2 options: Temporary residence visa for employment (a special permit); Temporary residence permit for living and working (a special permit).

Job offer.; Secured employment contract in Serbia.; Evidence of suitable educational qualifications or work experience.; Proof of adequate money to support yourself in Serbia.; Police confirmation that you have no criminal record.; Satisfactory medical examination..

1. 1. Secure a job offer from a Serbian company, a government department or a foreign company based in Serbia. 2. 2. Gather your employment, financial, police and medical documents. 3. 3. Have all official documents translated into Serbian. 4. 4. Obtain a temporary residence visa before entry if your nationality requires a visa. 5. 5. Apply for a temporary residence permit.

A tourist visa does not allow work. All official documents must be translated into Serbian.

Yes. Rules depend on the country that issued your passport. Open the Serbia visa page and choose your passport for a plain answer.

Yes. Officials can refuse a visa or entry, even after you apply. Give true answers, bring the documents asked for, and keep proof of your onward trip and money.

On Serbia's official immigration or foreign ministry website, or at its embassy. Rules change, so check close to your trip.

Often you cannot switch visa type inside the country. Ask the immigration office before you travel if you might need to.