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Serbia Golden Visa

Serbia · Europe

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Duration

6 months

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Overview

Serbia Golden Visa offers temporary residency through investments starting at 50,000 EUR in companies or bank deposits, or 100,000 EUR in real estate. It leads to permanent residency after 5 years of continuous temporary residence and citizenship after 8 years total.

Eligibility Requirements

RequirementDetails
NationalityOpen to all nationalities
Minimum IncomeNot specified
Minimum Investment$50,000 USD
DependentsAllowed
Local Work PermittedNo
Health InsuranceNot required
Physical PresenceNot specified
Max Consecutive Absence180 consecutive days
RenewableYes
Duration6 months
Leads to PRYes
Years to PR5 years

Requirements Checklist

- **Identity Documents:**

- Valid passport

- **Financial/Investment Proof:**

- Evidence of $50,000 USD investment (real estate deed, business registration, or capital proof)

- Proof of financial self-sufficiency (not specified details)

- **Family/Dependents:**

- Marriage/birth certificates for spouse and children (no apostille required)

- **Other:**

- No FBI background check, medical exam, apostille, or certificate of coverage needed

- Health insurance if required by general rules (not specified)

- Registered address proof post-arrival

📍 Application location: Apply initially at a Serbian consulate abroad for a long-stay Visa D if required for entry, then submit for temporary residence permit at the local Ministry of Interior or police station in Serbia. Visa-exempt nationals can enter and apply directly in-country for the investment-based residence. Online options may be available for some steps via government portals.

Tax Information

Tax implications for Serbia Golden Visa holders are not specified in the program details. Tax residency may trigger if staying over 183 days per year based on general rules, potentially taxing worldwide income at 10-15% rates mentioned in sources. No special tax regime, NHR, or non-dom status is indicated for investors. US tax treaty status is unknown. Holders should monitor stay duration to avoid unintended tax residency and consult a tax advisor for filing obligations.

Work Permissions

What's typically permitted:

·Remote work for foreign employers: Typically allowed on most digital nomad visas
·Local employment: May be restricted or require additional permits
·Freelancing: Often permitted but may have income limits
·Starting a business: May require a separate entrepreneur visa

Application Steps

  1. 1

    📋 Research qualifying investments

    1-4 weeks

  2. 2

    📄 Gather identity and financial documents

    1-2 weeks

  3. 3

    📬 Apply for long-stay Visa D if needed

    2-4 weeks

  4. 4

    📬 Submit residence permit application

  5. 5

    ⏳ Wait for approval decision

  6. 6

    🏛️ Register address after arrival

    1-2 days

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

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The minimum investment required is $50,000 USD. This investment can qualify you for the initial residence permit. Additional fees and costs are not specified in the program details.
Qualifying investments include real estate, business, or capital investments. You must provide proof of the $50,000 USD investment to meet the residency requirements. Specific restrictions on investment types beyond these categories are not detailed.
Yes, dependents are allowed on the Serbia Golden Visa. This includes family members such as spouse and children. Additional costs or percentages for adult or child dependents are not specified.
Yes, the visa leads to permanent residency after 5 years. The initial permit duration is 6 months and is renewable. Citizenship path details are not specified.
The maximum consecutive absence allowed is 180 days. Physical presence requirements are not specified beyond this absence limit. You must maintain the investment to renew.
The initial visa duration is 6 months and is renewable. It leads to permanent residency after 5 years. Processing time is not specified.
Local work permission is not specified for this visa. Focus is on investment rather than employment. Consult authorities for business-related activities tied to your investment.
No apostille, FBI background check, certificate of coverage, medical exam, or interview is required. The process emphasizes proof of investment. Clean record is typically expected.
Health insurance requirements are not specified. Private health insurance may be needed based on general residency rules. Verify with current application guidelines.

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At a Glance

Renewable✓ Yes
Dependents✓ Allowed
Leads to PR✓ Yes (5yr)
Local Work✗ Not permitted
Health InsuranceNot required
Max Absence180 days
Admin Ease1.3/5

Last verified: May 13, 2026

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