Your complete guide to a Serbia visa for Indians

Serbia is an outdoor enthusiast’s paradise with majestic mountains, marvelous lakes, and rivers offering exciting adventure activities. Serbia is a highly recommended tourist destination if you’re interested in hiking, boating, skiing, skydiving, and paragliding. Until recently, Indians could tour Serbia without a visa. But things have changed, and you need a visa to enter Serbia today. Here’s a quick guide on what to expect when applying for a visa to Serbia.

Do Indians need a visa for Serbia?

Yes, Indian citizens need a visa to enter Serbia starting from January 01, 2023. Earlier, the Republic of Serbia allowed visa-free entry for all Indian passport holders for stays up to 30 days. But now, Indians have to apply for a Serbian visa at the Embassy of Serbia in New Delhi.¹

However, Indian passport holders with a valid Schengen, UK, or US visa or a residency permit can enter Serbia without a Serbian visa. They can stay for up to 90 days within a 6-month time span for as long as their UK, US or Schengen visa or permit is valid. (Passport holders of these countries do not require a visa.)

Types of Serbian visas

Serbia offers three types of visas to Indians:²

• Short Stay Visa (Visa C)
• Long Stay Visa (Visa D)
• Transit Visa

The visa type depends on the length of stay in the country.

Serbia tourist visa for Indians

Indian tourists visiting Serbia must apply for a Short Stay Visa (Visa C), allowing them to stay for up to 90 days in Serbia. This visa can be for tourism, business, or other travel. The Visa C allows multiple entries into the Republic of Serbia, but you can only stay for a total of 90 days within six months from the date of first entry.³

Serbia work visa for Indians

Indians visiting Serbia on employment or work contracts, business engagements or stays requiring an extended amount of time in the country must apply for the Long Stay Visa (Visa D). This visa allows Indians to stay in Serbia for between 90 and 180 days. You will need to show evidence of an employment contract or invitation with your visa application.⁴

Transit visa for Serbia

If you are headed beyond Serbia on your trip and are just passing through the country you must show evidence of a visa to the onward country.⁵

How much does a Serbian visa cost?

The Serbian visa cost depends on the visa type. The visa fee is payable to the embassy’s bank account when applying for a Serbian visa. You can pay the fees in Indian Rupees or Euros by bank transfer. Children up to six years old are exempt from the visa fee.⁶

There is also an additional visa sticker fee of EUR 2 or INR 200 for each visa once it is granted. Children under six years are not exempt from the visa sticker fee.

Visa fees and currency conversion verified on 12 June 2023.

Serbia visa requirements for Indian citizens

Here are the general visa requirements for Serbian Visas for Indian citizens.⁷

1. Valid passport with at least 90 days of validity from the visa issue date.
2. A letter of invitation is required if you are invited for a private visit or business entity, if applicable.
3. Tourists will be required to show proof of payment to a travel agency or payments for their plans in Serbia.
4. A completed visa application form.
5. Photograph (Size 3.5 x 4.5 cm).
6. Return air ticket or tour itinerary.
7. Copy of driving license and insurance if traveling by car.
8. Bank statement showing you have a minimum of EUR50 per day to support your stay in Serbia
9. Proof of payment of the visa application fee.

You might need supporting documents if traveling to Serbia for:

• Employment.
• Education, research, specialization, or professional practice.
• Family reunion.
• Religious service.
• Medical treatment.
• Real estate ownership.

The visa requirements page of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for Serbia has a list of the documents you would need to travel to Serbia for any of these reasons.

It is recommended to have a health and travel insurance policy in place for a trip to Serbia and to also include it in your application.

How to apply for a Serbian visa

You will have to go online for the application form and then submit it in person to the Serbian embassy in India.

Here are the steps for applying for a Serbian visa yourself:

1. Download and complete the application form.
2. Submit the form with the required documents to the Embassy of the Republic of Serbia in India.
3. Pay the visa fee and attach the fee receipt.
4. Wait for the embassy to process your application and contact you.
5. Collect your passport from the embassy, with the visa if approved.

It’s a good idea to keep an eye on your email or phone while you wait for a decision in case the Serbian authorities need any additional documents.

How many days does it take to get a Serbia visa from India?

Usually, it takes around 15 days to process a Serbian visa from the application submission date. But it can take up to 30 days if there are exceptional circumstances or more paperwork or verification is required.⁸

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