Serbia Visa Requirements 2026Entry Rules & Visa-Free Access by Passport

Visa-free nationalities
54
Visa on arrival
0
eTA / e-Visa
0
Total streamlined
54
Visa required in advance
144

Serbia's visa policy is selectively open relative to other destinations worldwide. If your nationality is not listed as visa-free, you will need to apply for a Serbia tourist visa in advance at an embassy or consulate.

Visa-free

Countries Whose Citizens Can Visit Serbia Visa-Free (54)

Passport holders from these countries can enter Serbia without a visa - no embassy appointment, no advance fee.

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Fees

Serbia Visa Fees (updated 2 Jul 2026)

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Transit

Serbia Transit Visa

Serbia publishes 2 transit visa products for travellers passing through to another destination. Whether you need one depends on your nationality and whether you stay airside - see how transit visas work.

Transit Visa (Visa C - Transit)

Permits transit through Serbia's territory when traveling to another destination country.

~$99

Applicant must demonstrate entry authorization for the next destination country. Falls under Visa C category, carrying the same EUR 92 (approx. $99) standard consular fee as other Visa C purposes, with the same nationality-based exemptions (Pakistan, Ukraine, Armenia, Syria, China, Mali). Airport Transit Visa (ATV) is a separate category for transit through international zones of Serbian airports without entering Serbian territory - required for certain nationalities (see dedicated ATV entry). Fee source: Serbian Embassy in Azerbaijan official consular price list, https://baku.mfa.gov.rs/en/citizens/services/price-list-consular-services.

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Airport Transit Visa (ATV)

Permits foreign nationals of certain nationalities to pass through the international transit zone of a Serbian airport, without formally entering Serbian territory, while connecting to a flight bound for a third country.

Airport Transit Visa (ATV) is a distinct visa category, separate from the ordinary Visa C transit visa - it is required only for nationals of certain countries who must remain within the international transit area of a Serbian airport en route to a third country, without crossing the Serbian border. The specific list of nationalities subject to the ATV requirement, and its fee/processing schedule, are not enumerated on the official MFA or Welcome to Serbia English-language pages reviewed; applicants should confirm with the nearest Serbian diplomatic mission.

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FAQ

Serbia Visa Requirements FAQ

Do I need a visa to visit Serbia?

It depends on your nationality - the lists above show every nationality that can enter Serbia visa-free. If your country is not listed, you will likely need to apply for a Serbia tourist visa in advance at an embassy or consulate.

Which countries can visit Serbia without a visa?

54 countries can visit Serbia without a visa in 2026, including: Albania, Australia, Austria, Bahrain, Belgium. Use Earth Visa to check whether your specific passport grants visa-free access to Serbia.

How do I apply for a Serbia tourist visa?

If your nationality is not eligible for visa-free entry to Serbia, you typically need to apply at a Serbia embassy or consulate in your home country. Requirements generally include:

  • Valid passport
  • Completed application form
  • Passport-sized photos
  • Proof of accommodation
  • Proof of onward travel
  • Travel insurance
  • Proof of sufficient funds

Processing times and fees vary by nationality and visa category - see the visa types and fees on this page for the exact figures.

How long can I stay in Serbia without a visa?

The maximum visa-free stay duration in Serbia varies by nationality. Common allowances are 30, 60, or 90 days. See the visa-free country list above for specific stay durations per nationality.

By nationality

Serbia Visa Guides by Nationality

Step-by-step Serbia visa requirements, fees and document checklists for travellers from these countries. Nationalities in the access lists above link straight to their own guides.

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