Serbia Visitor Visa
A Serbia Visitor Visa for visiting family or friends is a short-stay visa (Visa C) issued for private visits, allowing a stay of up to 90 days within any 180-day period. It falls under the same Visa C category used for tourism and business, differentiated by the private/social purpose of the trip and supported by an invitation letter from the host in Serbia.
This category should not be confused with Serbia’s longer-term Family Reunification or Spouse routes, which involve a Visa D combined with a temporary residence permit (privremeni boravak) issued by the Ministry of Interior (MUP), for relatives joining a Serbian citizen or a foreign resident sponsor for an extended stay. This page covers the short-stay social visit only.
Approval is determined solely by Serbia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and its diplomatic-consular missions, based on the documentation provided, including the host’s invitation and, where relevant, proof of the relationship.
Eligibility
- Applicant must have a genuine private/social purpose — visiting a family member or friend residing in or visiting Serbia.
- Applicant must hold a passport issued within the previous 10 years, valid for at least 90 days after the visa’s last valid date, with two consecutive blank pages.
- Applicant must provide an invitation letter from the host in Serbia, generally required for a private visit.
- Applicant must provide proof of relationship (kinship, friendship) with the person being visited, where relevant.
- Applicant must demonstrate sufficient funds for the duration of the stay, or evidence that the host will cover costs.
- Applicant must demonstrate intent to leave before the visa expires.
- Applicant must not fall under any category posing a security or public order risk.
Government Visa Fees
| Fee Type | Government Fee (EUR) |
| Short-Stay Visa (Visa C) — Private/Family Visit | EUR 90 (paid in RSD at the National Bank of Serbia’s exchange rate) |
Certain nationalities are exempt from visa fees under bilateral agreements. Information may vary depending on the visa category and individual circumstances. The application fee is non-refundable regardless of the outcome. Exchange rates fluctuate daily, so confirm the current INR equivalent before payment.
Processing Time
Serbian missions generally advise lodging Visa C applications at least three weeks before the intended date of entry, though the Ministry of Foreign Affairs does not publish one universal processing guarantee for every mission worldwide.
Because this category relies on the host’s invitation letter and supporting documentation, coordinating with your host in Serbia before submission can help avoid delays caused by missing paperwork. Applicants should apply as early as possible before their intended travel date. Information may vary depending on the visa category and individual circumstances.
Required Documents Checklist
Step-by-Step Application Process
Important Notes
Why Choose Shivansh Consultants
Visiting family or friends in Serbia depends on solid coordination between you and your host, since the invitation letter and supporting documents are central to the application. Shivansh Consultants offers Documentation Support and a clear Eligibility Assessment to help both applicant and host prepare exactly what’s needed — and to confirm this short-stay route is the right one for your situation.
We provide thorough Application Review, Personalized Guidance, and a Transparent Process throughout, with End-to-End Assistance from document preparation to submission. We do not guarantee visa approval, as this decision rests entirely with Serbia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs.