How Indian passport holders get a visa for Serbia: visa type, government fee, processing time, maximum stay, the documents required and where to apply. Government-sourced — always verify on the official site before you travel.
Quick facts
- Visa type: Sticker visa — or visa-free if you hold Schengen/US/UK visa
- Government fee: Approx €60 (₹5,400) consular fee for short-stay (C) visa
- Processing time: Around 15 working days from a complete submission
- Maximum stay: Up to 90 days within any 180-day period
- Interview: Not required
- Ease for Indian travellers: 50/100
Documents you'll need
- Passport valid 6+ months with 2 blank pages
- Completed visa application form
- Recent passport photo (35×45 mm)
- Confirmed return ticket and hotel booking
- Bank statements (last 3–6 months)
- Travel medical insurance (min €20,000 cover)
- Invitation letter (if visiting friends/family)
How & where to apply
Indians without a qualifying third-country visa must apply to the Serbian Embassy in New Delhi (in person) or online via the Welcome to Serbia portal. Indians with a valid Schengen, UK, EU member state, or US visa/residence permit can enter visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180-day window. Welcome to Serbia — official visa portal
Transit & connections
Airside transit through Belgrade Nikola Tesla does not need a visa for Indians.
Good to know
Serbia REVOKED the 30-day visa-free regime for Indian ordinary passport holders on 1 Jan 2023. Today most Indian tourists rely on the held-visa exemption — check your Schengen/US/UK visa is valid before boarding. Visa rules change often — confirm on the official government source: https://www.mfa.gov.rs/en/citizens/travel-serbia/visa-requirements
Frequently asked questions
Do Indians need a visa for Serbia?
Sticker visa — or visa-free if you hold Schengen/US/UK visa. Serbia REVOKED the 30-day visa-free regime for Indian ordinary passport holders on 1 Jan 2023. Today most Indian tourists rely on the held-visa exemption — check your Schengen/US/UK visa is valid before boarding.
What documents do Indians need for a Serbia visa?
Passport valid 6+ months with 2 blank pages; Completed visa application form; Recent passport photo (35×45 mm); Confirmed return ticket and hotel booking; Bank statements (last 3–6 months); Travel medical insurance (min €20,000 cover); Invitation letter (if visiting friends/family)
How long does a Serbia visa take and what does it cost?
Processing: Around 15 working days from a complete submission. Government fee: Approx €60 (₹5,400) consular fee for short-stay (C) visa. Maximum stay: Up to 90 days within any 180-day period.
How do Indians apply for a Serbia visa?
Indians without a qualifying third-country visa must apply to the Serbian Embassy in New Delhi (in person) or online via the Welcome to Serbia portal. Indians with a valid Schengen, UK, EU member state, or US visa/residence permit can enter visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180-day window. Official source: https://www.mfa.gov.rs/en/citizens/travel-serbia/visa-requirements