Serbia•EuropeLong-Stay Visa (Type D) - Employment
At a Glance
Processing Time
15-30 days
Application Fee
50 EUR
Stay Duration
90 to 180 days
Renewable
No
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 to enter and stay in Serbia for 90-180 days for employment purposes. Allows work upon arrival. Requires employer sponsorship and labor market testing.
The Employment Type D visa is designed for foreign workers taking up employment with Serbian employers. Employers must conduct labor market testing before hiring foreigners. The visa allows initial stay of 90-180 days, after which workers must apply for a temporary residence permit to continue employment. The process includes both visa issuance and subsequent residence permit application.
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Requirements
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Issued within last 10 years, valid for 90+ days after departure, with 2 blank pages
Passport photos
2 recent color photos, passport-sized
Employment contract
Signed contract with Serbian employer showing duration and conditions, with certified translation
Educational certificates
Diploma or certificate of completed education relevant to position
Work experience certificate
Certificate proving work experience in the profession
Health insurance
Valid travel medical insurance
Criminal record
Certificate of good conduct from previous countries of residence
OptionalSponsor Documents
Employer registration
Proof of Serbian employer's business registration
Labor market test result
National Employment Service approval of labor market test
Company financial documents
Financial statements showing company viability
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Advantages
- Direct pathway to employment
- Can extend to 3-year residence permit
- Employer sponsorship available
- Pathway to permanent residency possible
- Family reunification rights
Considerations
- Requires labor market testing
- Employer-dependent status
- Initial stay only 90-180 days
- Additional residence permit application needed
Application Process
Employer conducts labor market test
Employer requests National Employment Service to advertise position for 10 calendar days
Obtain work approval
Employer receives approval from National Employment Service
Prepare visa documents
Gather passport, employment contract, educational certificates, work experience proof
Submit visa application
Apply at Serbian embassy/consulate in home country
Pay visa fee
Pay EUR 50 for Type D visa
Receive visa
Visa issued for 90-180 days
Register in Serbia
Register with local police within 24 hours of arrival
Apply for residence permit
Apply for temporary residence permit to extend stay beyond 180 days
Application Forms
Visa Application Form
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