Serbia•EuropeResidency by Investment - Business
At a Glance
Processing Time
30-60 days
Application Fee
Free
Stay Duration
3 years
Renewable
Yes
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
Temporary residence permit for foreign investors establishing or investing in Serbian businesses. Minimum investment of EUR 50,000 required. Pathway to permanent residency and citizenship.
Serbia offers residency by investment for foreign entrepreneurs and business investors. The minimum investment of EUR 50,000 can be in a new business or acquisition of existing business interests. This provides a direct pathway to 3-year temporary residence, extendable to 6 years, and eventually permanent residency and citizenship.
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Requirements
Financial
Minimum Savings
1,500 RSD
Investment Required
50,000 EUR
Personal
Education
None or higher
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Issued within last 10 years
Investment documentation
Proof of EUR 50,000+ investment (bank transfers, business documents)
Company registration
Certificate of business registration if establishing company
Health insurance
Valid for stay in Serbia
Proof of accommodation
Rental or property ownership
Financial documentation
Bank statements, proof of investment source
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Advantages
- Clear investment threshold
- Direct path to residency
- 3-year residence security
- Gateway to permanent residency
- Family can join
- No language requirement
- Business ownership rights
Considerations
- EUR 50,000 minimum investment
- Must maintain investment
- Business must remain active
- Annual compliance required
Application Process
Prepare investment
Document planned or completed business investment of EUR 50,000+
Register company or invest
Register business or acquire stake in Serbian company
Prepare residence permit documents
Gather passport, investment proof, accommodation proof
Register initial residence
Register with local police within 24 hours
Submit residence permit application
Apply at local police office with investment documentation
Provide biometric data
Visit police office for fingerprints and photo
Await decision
Processing takes 30-60 days
Receive residence card
Valid for 3 years
Application Forms
Residence Permit Application
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