Integrated Permit for Temporary Residence and Work
Serbia
Last updated: December 28, 2025
3 years (renewable)
$220-$240
15 days
Medium
About this Visa
This visa lets you live and work in Serbia as a freelancer or self-employed person. You don't need a Serbian boss—you can work for yourself or clients anywhere. It's designed for people who provide services or run their own business in Serbia. The visa combines your residence permit and work permit into one application, making it faster and easier. You get full permission to work, travel freely, and stay legally.
Key Benefits
- Work without restrictions in Serbia
- Take on multiple clients
- Bring spouse and children
- Access public healthcare
- Travel freely in and out of Serbia
- Path to permanent residence after 3 years
- Path to citizenship after 6-8 years total
- 15% flat tax on income
Eligibility & Requirements
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be 18 or older
- Must have clean criminal record
- Must register a business in Serbia
- Must have binding service contracts from Serbian clients
- Must have health insurance
- No language requirement
- No education requirement
Financial Requirement
Show you can support yourself with about $492 USD per month. Provide bank statements and service contracts from clients as proof.
Documents
- Valid passport3+ months validity
- Service contractsProof of work with Serbian clients
- Business registration certificateLocal business registration
- Proof of fundsSavings or contract-based income
- Health insuranceRequired coverage
- Criminal record checkFrom your home country
- PhotosStandard passport photos
- Proof of addressLease or rental contract in Serbia
Disclaimer: The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or immigration advice. Visa requirements, fees, and processes change frequently. Please verify all information with official government sources and consult a qualified immigration attorney before making decisions.