Serbia•EuropeBusiness Owner Visa (Type D)
At a Glance
Processing Time
30-60 days
Application Fee
50 EUR
Stay Duration
1 year
Renewable
Varies
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Permission for foreign investors and business owners to establish and operate businesses in Serbia. Obtain Type D visa followed by residence permit. No minimum capital requirement for company formation.
Business owner visas allow foreign entrepreneurs to establish and operate companies in Serbia. There is no minimum capital requirement. Owners register a company with the Serbian Business Registers Agency and apply for residence and work permit. This pathway is popular for startup founders and business investors.
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Requirements
Financial
Minimum Savings
50,000 EUR
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Issued within last 10 years, valid for entire stay
Company registration
Certificate of company registration with SBRA
Proof of director/manager status
Extract from business register showing ownership/management
Health insurance
Valid for duration of stay
Proof of accommodation
Rental contract or property ownership in Serbia
Criminal record certificate
From country of previous residence
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Advantages
- No minimum capital requirement
- Full business ownership possible
- Pathway to permanent residency
- Can employ staff
- Family can join
- Can expand business
Considerations
- Must operate actual business
- Administrative compliance required
- Initial residence permit application required
- Annual renewal needed
Application Process
Register company
Register company with Serbian Business Registers Agency (SBRA), appoint yourself as director or manager
Prepare visa documents
Gather passport, business registration, company documents
Register initial residence
Register with local police within 24 hours of arrival
Apply for residence permit
Submit application with business registration proof
Pay registration fees
Pay administrative fees (approximately EUR 100)
Await approval
Processing takes 7-14 days
Receive residence card
Valid for 1 year, renewable
Application Forms
Temporary Residence and Work Permit Application
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