Serbia

Strategically located at the meeting point of Central and Southeast Europe,
Serbia offers a dynamic and business-friendly environment. With its
natural beauty, affordable lifestyle, growing economy, and broad network
of international trade agreements, it stands out as an attractive
destination for both investment and relocation.

Program overview

Minimum investment by donation

Minimum investment in business:

Minimum investment in real estate

Minimum investment in real estate:

Time to citizenship

Time to residency:

Visa-free access

Visa-free access:

N/A

Minimum investment by donation

Minimum investment in business:

Minimum investment in real estate

Minimum investment in real estate:

Time to citizenship

Time to residency:

Visa-free access

Visa-free access:

N/A

Requirements

Serbia
Residency by Investment
Requirements

5

No criminal record

5

Consistent income source

5

Good health

Residency by Investment
options:

Residency by Investment

No formal Golden Visa programme, but residency available via:

• Real estate purchase (no minimum legal threshold, though practical amounts > €50,000–100,000).
• Starting a business / company registration.

Residence validity: 1 year (renewable); permanent residence after 5 years.

Family: Spouse and children can join.

Stay requirement: To progress to permanent residence, applicants must spend at least 183 days/year.

Path to citizenship: 3 years after permanent residence (so ~8 years total, but discretion applies).

Benefits

Dual citizenship permitted

Path to citizenship

After three consecutive years, the applicants can apply to obtain Serbian citizenship.
High-quality

Great for families

A single applicant can apply for family members to become their dependents including spouse and children.
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Tax Flexibility

Serbia has one of the best tax rates in Europe. With a flat tax rate of 15%, you’ll be able to file your taxes quickly and smoothly.
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Geographic location

Serbia’s central location makes it favorable for businesses which mediate between East and West.
Schengen access

EU Integration Path

As a candidate country for EU membership, Serbia offers investors early positioning before eventual accession.
Business opportunities

Business-Friendly Environment

Straightforward company registration, incentives for foreign investors, and free trade agreements with the EU, Russia, Turkey, and CEFTA countries.

Benefits

Dual citizenship permitted

Path to citizenship

After six years of residency, the applicants can apply to obtain Serbian citizenship.
High-quality

Great for families

A single applicant can apply for family members to become their dependents including spouse and children.
Tax icon

Tax Flexibility

Serbia has one of the best tax rates in Europe. With a flat tax rate of 15%, you’ll be able to file your taxes quickly and smoothly.
Secure a second passport

Geographic location

Serbia’s central location makes it favorable for businesses which mediate between East and West.
Schengen access

EU Integration Path

As a candidate country for EU membership, Serbia offers investors early positioning before eventual accession.
Business opportunities

Business-Friendly Environment

Straightforward company registration, incentives for foreign investors, and free trade agreements with the EU, Russia, Turkey, and CEFTA countries.

Serbia basic information

CAPITAL icon

CAPITAL

Belgrade

TOTAL AREA icon

TOTAL AREA

88 499 km2
POPULATION icon

POPULATION

6 567 783
LANGUAGE icon

LANGUAGE

Serbian
CAPITAL icon

CAPITAL

Belgrade

TOTAL AREA icon

TOTAL AREA

88 499 km2
POPULATION icon

POPULATION

6 567 783
LANGUAGE icon

LANGUAGE

Serbian
CURRENCY icon

CURRENCY

Serbian Dinar (RSD)

EXCHANGE RATE icon

EXCHANGE RATE

1 USD = 100.6 RSD
GDP icon

GDP - PER CAPITA

USD 33 115
GDP TOTAL icon

GDP - TOTAL

USD 216.22 billion
CURRENCY icon

CURRENCY

Serbian Dinar (RSD)

EXCHANGE RATE icon

EXCHANGE RATE

1 USD = 100.6 RSD
GDP icon

GDP - PER CAPITA

USD 33 115
GDP TOTAL icon

GDP - TOTAL

USD 216.22 billion
Serbia, at the crossroads of Central and Southeast Europe, blends Eastern and Western traditions with a rich cultural heritage. Its capital, Belgrade, is known for vibrant nightlife and historic charm, while the countryside offers diverse landscapes of rivers, plains, and mountains.
With competitive taxes, a skilled workforce, and strong trade links, Serbia is an emerging hub for investment. Affordable living, cultural vibrancy, and EU candidate status make it an attractive destination for both business and lifestyle opportunities.

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