Question 1

What is the Visa for independent professionals?

Accepted Answer

Designed for self‑employed foreign nationals (sole proprietors registered abroad) who intend to work in Serbia under a direct contract with a local employer.

Upon arrival in Serbia, the applicant must apply for a single permit (temporary residence and work permit). The single permit is granted for a period of up to 3 years.

Question 2

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Accepted Answer

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Question 3

How long can I stay in Serbia on a Visa for independent professionals?

Accepted Answer

You can stay in Serbia for up to Not applicable with a Visa for independent professionals.

Question 4

How much does a Visa for independent professionals to Serbia cost?

Accepted Answer

The consular fee for a Visa for independent professionals visa to Serbia is €50 ~$58.

Question 5

Do I need an invitation letter for Visa for independent professionals in Serbia?

Accepted Answer

Yes. An invitation letter from the employer in Serbia must include the inviter’s statement and guarantee, confirming that they accept responsibility for covering all costs related to the foreigner’s stay, as well as any expenses arising from the foreigner’s forced eviction from the territory of the Republic of Serbia, including possible placement in a shelter for foreigners, if such expenses cannot be recovered from the foreigner.

Question 6

Do I need an contract for Visa for independent professionals in Serbia?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The applicant must provide a contract concluded with the employer or the end user of services, specifying the time limit for the work, along with a certified translation of the contract.

Question 7

Do I need an proof of registration for Visa for independent professionals in Serbia?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The decision on the registration of an independent professional, accompanied by its certified translation.

Question 8

Do I need an diploma for Visa for independent professionals in Serbia?

Accepted Answer

Yes. A diploma or certificate of higher education demonstrating the required technical qualifications, issued by an accredited educational institution, accompanied by its certified translation.

Question 9

Do I need an proof of work experience for Visa for independent professionals in Serbia?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The applicant must provide a certificate of work experience in the relevant profession, accompanied by a certified translation of the document.

Question 10

Do I need an travel health insurance for Visa for independent professionals in Serbia?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Valid for the full duration of stay in Serbia, covering at least €20,000, and include emergency medical care, hospitalization, and repatriation, including in case of death.

Question 11

Do I need an receipt of fee payment for Visa for independent professionals in Serbia?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Confirmation of the visa application processing fee.

Question 12

Do I need an passport for Visa for independent professionals in Serbia?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Issued less than 10 years ago, with a validity period exceeding the duration of the visa by at least three months and with at least two blank pages.

Question 13

Do I need an photograph for Visa for independent professionals in Serbia?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Must be recent (taken within the last 6 months), in color, clear, and sized 35x45mm. The face should occupy 70-80% of the image, printed on high-quality, matte paper with a plain, light background. Hair must not cover the eyes or eyebrows. Headwear is not permitted unless worn for religious or medical reasons, and the full face must remain visible.

Question 14

Do I need an visa application form for Visa for independent professionals in Serbia?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Official visa application form, completely filled and signed by the applicant. It may be submitted either online or as a printed copy when applying in person at a diplomatic-consular mission.

Question 15

Do I need an current immigration or residence status for Visa for independent professionals in Serbia?

Accepted Answer

Yes. National passport or ID card; residence permit or other document confirming the right to legally reside in the country of residence, if it differs from the one stated in the applicant's passport.

Question 16

Do I need an medical certificate for Visa for independent professionals in Serbia?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Applicants arriving from an area that the Ministry of Health has defined as affected by a pandemic must present either a certificate of vaccination or a medical note confirming that they have not contracted a contagious disease, despite their travel from that area.

Question 17

Do I need an power of attorney for Visa for independent professionals in Serbia?

Accepted Answer

Yes. When the employer submits the visa application on behalf of a foreign national, a signed authorization (power of attorney) is required. It must include the employer’s details (business name, address, tax ID, registration number, full name of the employer’s responsible person, including details about individuals authorized by the employer to submit the application), the foreigner’s details (citizenship, full name, date of birth, ID number), a description of the authority granted (to submit the application, take necessary actions in the procedure, receive notifications, information, decisions), the date of issue, and the handwritten signatures of both the employer (accepting the authorization) and the foreigner (granting it). The authorization does not need notarization and can be submitted as a scanned copy or photo.

Question 18

Do I need an landlord's statement for Visa for independent professionals in Serbia?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The applicant must submit a written consent (landlord statement) from the property owner (the owner of the apartment, house, or other residential space, or a member of their household registered at the same address where the foreigner will reside). The document must contain the landlord's details (name, surname, ID card number), proof of ownership or other legal grounds to dispose of the property, and their explicit consent to address registration, specifying the full address (city, street, number, apartment, etc.). It must also include the foreigner's details: citizenship, full name, and passport or ID card number. The document must show the date of the statement and the landlord's handwritten signature. Notarization is not required.

Question 19

Do I need an proof of accommodation for Visa for independent professionals in Serbia?

Accepted Answer

Yes. If the foreigner has a concluded apartment lease contract specifying that the residential address will be registered at the address of the leased real estate, a scanned copy of the lease contract should be submitted.

If the foreigner intends to stay in a hotel, hostel, or other accommodation facility, a lease contract or other document issued by the accommodation facility confirming the foreigner's stay and specifying the housing unit number must be provided.

Question 20

What are the invitation letter requirements for Serbia visa?

Accepted Answer

An invitation letter from the employer in Serbia must include the inviter’s statement and guarantee, confirming that they accept responsibility for covering all costs related to the foreigner’s stay, as well as any expenses arising from the foreigner’s forced eviction from the territory of the Republic of Serbia, including possible placement in a shelter for foreigners, if such expenses cannot be recovered from the foreigner.

Question 21

What are the contract requirements for Serbia visa?

Accepted Answer

The applicant must provide a contract concluded with the employer or the end user of services, specifying the time limit for the work, along with a certified translation of the contract.

Question 22

What are the proof of registration requirements for Serbia visa?

Accepted Answer

The decision on the registration of an independent professional, accompanied by its certified translation.

Question 23

What are the diploma requirements for Serbia visa?

Accepted Answer

A diploma or certificate of higher education demonstrating the required technical qualifications, issued by an accredited educational institution, accompanied by its certified translation.

Question 24

What are the proof of work experience requirements for Serbia visa?

Accepted Answer

The applicant must provide a certificate of work experience in the relevant profession, accompanied by a certified translation of the document.

Question 25

What are the travel health insurance requirements for Serbia visa?

Accepted Answer

Valid for the full duration of stay in Serbia, covering at least €20,000, and include emergency medical care, hospitalization, and repatriation, including in case of death.

Question 26

What are the receipt of fee payment requirements for Serbia visa?

Accepted Answer

Confirmation of the visa application processing fee.

Question 27

What are the passport requirements for Serbia visa?

Accepted Answer

Issued less than 10 years ago, with a validity period exceeding the duration of the visa by at least three months and with at least two blank pages.

Question 28

What are the photograph requirements for Serbia visa?

Accepted Answer

Must be recent (taken within the last 6 months), in color, clear, and sized 35x45mm. The face should occupy 70-80% of the image, printed on high-quality, matte paper with a plain, light background. Hair must not cover the eyes or eyebrows. Headwear is not permitted unless worn for religious or medical reasons, and the full face must remain visible.

Question 29

What are the visa application form requirements for Serbia visa?

Accepted Answer

Official visa application form, completely filled and signed by the applicant. It may be submitted either online or as a printed copy when applying in person at a diplomatic-consular mission.

Question 30

What are the current immigration or residence status requirements for Serbia visa?

Accepted Answer

National passport or ID card; residence permit or other document confirming the right to legally reside in the country of residence, if it differs from the one stated in the applicant's passport.

Question 31

What are the medical certificate requirements for Serbia visa?

Accepted Answer

Applicants arriving from an area that the Ministry of Health has defined as affected by a pandemic must present either a certificate of vaccination or a medical note confirming that they have not contracted a contagious disease, despite their travel from that area.

Question 32

What are the power of attorney requirements for Serbia visa?

Accepted Answer

When the employer submits the visa application on behalf of a foreign national, a signed authorization (power of attorney) is required. It must include the employer’s details (business name, address, tax ID, registration number, full name of the employer’s responsible person, including details about individuals authorized by the employer to submit the application), the foreigner’s details (citizenship, full name, date of birth, ID number), a description of the authority granted (to submit the application, take necessary actions in the procedure, receive notifications, information, decisions), the date of issue, and the handwritten signatures of both the employer (accepting the authorization) and the foreigner (granting it). The authorization does not need notarization and can be submitted as a scanned copy or photo.

Question 33

What are the landlord's statement requirements for Serbia visa?

Accepted Answer

The applicant must submit a written consent (landlord statement) from the property owner (the owner of the apartment, house, or other residential space, or a member of their household registered at the same address where the foreigner will reside). The document must contain the landlord's details (name, surname, ID card number), proof of ownership or other legal grounds to dispose of the property, and their explicit consent to address registration, specifying the full address (city, street, number, apartment, etc.). It must also include the foreigner's details: citizenship, full name, and passport or ID card number. The document must show the date of the statement and the landlord's handwritten signature. Notarization is not required.

Question 34

What are the proof of accommodation requirements for Serbia visa?

Accepted Answer

If the foreigner has a concluded apartment lease contract specifying that the residential address will be registered at the address of the leased real estate, a scanned copy of the lease contract should be submitted.

If the foreigner intends to stay in a hotel, hostel, or other accommodation facility, a lease contract or other document issued by the accommodation facility confirming the foreigner's stay and specifying the housing unit number must be provided.

Question 35

What is an D visa in Serbia?

Accepted Answer

Designed for self‑employed foreign nationals (sole proprietors registered abroad) who intend to work in Serbia under a direct contract with a local employer.

Upon arrival in Serbia, the applicant must apply for a single permit (temporary residence and work permit). The single permit is granted for a period of up to 3 years.

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What additional documents may be required?

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Visa for independent professionals D in Serbia for Georgian citizens

Visa for independent professionals — what you need to know

How does this visa work?

How long is the visa valid? 1 year

How long can you stay in the country?from 3 months to 6 months

Can the stay be extended?Not applicable

Can you enter once or multiple times?multiple-entry

How long does processing take?from 15 days to 1 month

What is the consular fee?€50 (~$58)

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What documents are required to apply for the visa?

What must be prepared?

1Travel health insurance

2Receipt of fee payment

3Passport

4Photograph

5Visa application form

How can you prove the basis for the visa?

1Invitation letter

2Contract

3Proof of registration

4Diploma

5Proof of work experience

What additional documents may be required?

1Current immigration or residence status

2Medical certificate

3Power of attorney

4Landlord's statement

5Proof of accommodation

Are you eligible for this visa?

Official visa information

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