Visa Process Guide for Serbia

Visa Process for Serbia

Visa Types

• Type A (Airport Transit Visa): Required for transiting through Serbia’s airports.
• Type B (Short-Stay Visa): For stays up to 90 days within a 180-day period.
• Type C (Long-Stay Visa): For stays exceeding 90 days, typically issued for business, work, or study purposes.
• Type D (National Visa): For stays exceeding 90 days and intended for permanent or long-term residence in Serbia.

Required Documents

For Type A and Type B Visas:

• Completed visa application form
• Passport valid for at least 3 months beyond intended departure from Serbia
• Two recent passport-size photographs
• Proof of accommodation (hotel reservation or invitation letter from a host)
• Proof of financial means (bank statement or credit card statement)
• Travel itinerary or proof of onward travel
• Visa fee

For Type C and Type D Visas:

• Additional documentation may be required, depending on the purpose of the visit. This may include:
  • Employment contract or business invitation
  • Proof of enrollment in a Serbian educational institution
  • Proof of sufficient financial means
  • Medical certificate (for long-term stays)

Application Procedures

For Type A and Type B Visas:

• Apply at the Serbian embassy or consulate in your home country.
• Submit the required documents and pay the visa fee.
• Allow for a processing time of 1-3 business days.

For Type C and Type D Visas:

• Apply at the Serbian embassy or consulate in your home country.
• Submit the required documents and pay the visa fee.
• Allow for a processing time of 1-3 months.

Fees

• Type A: €20
• Type B: €60
• Type C: €99
• Type D: €120

Timelines

• Type A: 1-3 business days
• Type B: 1-3 business days
• Type C: 1-3 months
• Type D: 1-3 months

Additional Information

• Citizens of certain countries are exempt from visa requirements for stays up to 90 days. Check the Serbian embassy or consulate website for details.
• Multiple-entry visas may be granted for frequent travelers.
• Visa extensions may be possible in certain circumstances.
• It is advisable to apply for your visa well in advance of your intended travel date, especially during peak season.
• For further information and updates, visit the official website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Serbia: https://www.mfa.gov.rs/en/consular-affairs/visas