Identify a strong basis
We will assess your documents and prospects and compare available routes. We will consider your plans, permitted stay and your family’s needs.
RICS CONSULTING
Residence permit in Serbia
we handle the application process
We will identify a suitable basis, prepare the documents and support you and your family from application to receiving your cards.
We communicate in Russian and provide support in Serbian.
10 yearsof our experts’ experience
2000+client cases
across all service areas
across all service areas
The scope and price of our services are fixed in the contract
Built around your plans
Which basis is right for you?
Working, developing a business, studying or living near family — we will find a route that suits your circumstances. Open the relevant option to see the documents, timeframes and support included.
Employment in SerbiaApplications for employment with a Serbian employer.
If you have an employer in Serbia and a job offer.
What RICS will do
We will check the documents from you and your employer, coordinate the necessary steps and prepare the application for a single residence and work permit. We will help with requests and communication in Serbian.
Main documents
Passport, address details, employer’s documents and draft employment contract; proof of qualifications if required for the position. We will prepare a personalised list for your job.
Decision timeframe
15 days after a complete application. Document preparation and the employer’s procedures take place before this stage.
RICS fees: from €150 for a straightforward application with the employer’s documents ready.
Government fees: the main fees payable on application are RSD 23,200. We will check document issuance and the full set of payment slips separately.
Sole trader and self-employmentFor freelancers, professionals and entrepreneurs.
If you plan to run your own business in Serbia as a sole trader — preduzetnik.
What RICS will do
We will determine the application process for your activity. If needed, we will register a sole trader business, arrange help with a bank account and introduce an accountant. We will prepare the single permit application and support the next steps.
Main documents
Passport, address details, sole trader registration with APR and qualification documents where required for your activity.
Decision timeframe
15 days after a complete application. Sole trader registration and document preparation are separate items in the plan.
RICS fees: from €150 for a permit application when the sole trader business is already registered. Business registration, a bank account and accounting are quoted separately.
Government fees: the main fees payable on application are RSD 23,200; including registration of a new sole trader business, RSD 25,700. We will check document issuance and the full set of payment slips separately.
Business and a DOO companyFor running your own business through a Serbian company.
If you are setting up or developing a DOO and will work in the company. The route depends on your role as an owner, director or employee.
What RICS will do
We will determine the appropriate application process and help with company registration, a corporate bank account and accounting. We will prepare the permit documents based on your role and the business’s actual activities.
Main documents
Passport, address, company documents from APR and documents confirming your role and work in the company. For a new company, we will first prepare the registration documents.
Single permit decision timeframe
15 days after a complete application. Establishing a company and preparing the basis for residence are separate stages.
RICS fees: from €200 for a permit application. Establishing a DOO, a bank account and accounting support are quoted separately.
Government fees: the main fees payable on application are RSD 23,200; including registration of a new DOO, RSD 31,200. We will check document issuance and the full set of payment slips separately.
Property ownershipFor living in your own flat or house in Serbia.
If you own residential property in Serbia and live in it.
What RICS will do
We will check the property documents and proof of residence, prepare the residence permit application and support the process. If you have yet to buy, we will involve specialist partners and plan the sequence of steps.
Main documents
Passport, proof of ownership — a cadastral extract or another accepted document — and proof of address. We will include the remaining documents in your personalised list.
Decision timeframe
30 days after a complete application. Preparation for a property purchase, if still required, is planned separately.
RICS fees: from €150 for a straightforward case with the documents supporting the basis ready. Property search and purchase support are quoted separately.
Residence permit government fees: 23 880 RSD.
StudyFor study on a programme eligible for a residence permit.
If you have enrolled or are applying to an educational institution in Serbia. We will check whether the programme meets the requirements for the chosen basis.
What RICS will do
We will coordinate the required confirmations with the institution, help prepare the documents, complete the application and support further enquiries. For a minor, we will account for parental involvement and additional documents.
Main documents
Passport, confirmation of enrolment and programme duration, address details; previous education documents and parental consents where applicable.
Decision timeframe
30 days after a complete application. Admission, obtaining confirmations and preparing documents take place before submission.
RICS fees: from €150 for a straightforward case with proof of study ready. Admission, translations and recognition of documents, if required, are quoted separately.
Residence permit government fees: 23 880 RSD.
Talent — through diploma recognitionA special route for eligible qualifications.
If you have a foreign higher education diploma and meet the Talent category requirements. We will check eligibility for professional recognition of your diploma in Serbia and whether this route applies to your circumstances.
What RICS will do
We will help collect the recognition documents, arrange translation and prepare the request. After recognition, we will prepare the residence permit application and support the process.
Main documents
Passport, diploma and transcript, required translations, education details and the decision on professional recognition of the diploma; proof of address for residence.
Timeframes
A diploma recognition decision usually takes up to 60 days after a complete set of documents. A residence permit decision takes 30 days after a complete application. We will check the permit’s validity and the next steps under the special Talent conditions.
RICS fees: from €150 for a residence permit application after diploma recognition. Recognition support and translations are quoted separately.
Government fees: RSD 23,880 for a residence permit; including recognition of one diploma, RSD 37,030.
FamilyA shared relocation plan for spouses and children.
If you are joining a family member who is a Serbian citizen or a foreign national with an eligible status. We will help plan the application for each family member.
What RICS will do
We will plan the sequence of applications, help with family documents and translations, and prepare separate applications. We will account for the main applicant’s status expiry date and the procedure for children.
Main documents
Passports, marriage and birth certificates, documents confirming the relative’s status in Serbia, proof of address and additional consents where required.
Decision timeframe
30 days after a complete application. The validity of permits for a foreign national’s family is linked to the main applicant’s status.
RICS fees in a joint family case: spouse — from an additional €100; child — from an additional €75. We will prepare a separate quote for a standalone family application.
Government fees: normally RSD 23,880 per person; for family members of a Serbian citizen, RSD 12,155. We will check applicable concessions.
Not sure where to start?
Tell us about yourself and your plans. We will compare the options and identify a basis for you and your family.
Practical help
We take care of the process
You will not have to work through Serbian procedures on your own or gather requirements from multiple sources. You will know what has been done and what comes next.
Help gather the documents
We will create a personalised list, check completeness and arrange the necessary translations and certifications. We will prepare the forms and application.
Represent your interests
We will support submission and dealings with authorities and prepare responses to requests. We will arrange representation where the procedure allows a representative to act.
Help bridge the language barrier
We will explain everything in Russian. A Serbian-speaking specialist will help you communicate with institutions and attend agreed in-person appointments.
Less uncertainty
Documents: clear responsibilities
We will first check what you already have. Then we will help obtain what is missing and assemble the documents for the chosen basis.
You provide
- A valid passport and details of your current status in Serbia.
- Documents supporting the basis: employment, business, property, education or family.
- Existing residence documents and other evidence on the personalised list.
We prepare and arrange
- Checks of documents, validity dates and the requirements specific to your case.
- Necessary translations, certifications and missing documents through relevant specialists.
- The application, submission documents and support with subsequent requests.
Financial means, insurance and additional documents depend on the basis and nationality. We will determine what you need. For your initial enquiry, contact details are enough — you do not need to send your passport through the form.
From your objective to your document
A clear plan at every stage
- 01
Choose the route
We will review your circumstances, assess the prospects and propose a suitable basis. You will receive an action list and a quote for the scope of services.
- 02
Prepare the basis and documents
If needed, we will help establish a business or obtain diploma recognition. We will collect and check the documents and prepare the application.
- 03
Support submission
We will arrange submission under the relevant procedure, follow up on the next steps and help respond to requests from the authority.
- 04
Help with the final steps
We will prepare you for in-person appointments, biometrics and document collection. We will explain residence conditions and future renewal.
15 days
Application processing
for a single permit
30 days
Application processing
for a standard residence permit
Official timeframes run from a complete, duly submitted application. Preparing the basis and documents, biometrics and card collection are separate stages. Our work schedule will be set out in your plan.
Pay for the support you need
How much does the application cost?
You can entrust us with an individual stage or comprehensive support. If your account, business or some documents are already ready, we will reflect that in the quote.
Residence permit application
from 150 €
For one applicant in a straightforward case with the basis already in place.
- Checking documents for the application.
- Preparation and submission support.
- Representation within the scope of our authority.
Preparing the basis, additional services and government fees are quoted separately.
Application through a DOO business
Per applicant; company formation is separate
Spouse
Additional fee in a joint family case
Child
Additional fee in a joint family case
Your quote will show what you are paying for. We will itemise the residence permit application, preparation of the basis, local assistance and work for family members.
We will agree on the scope and price before work begins. Additional tasks require your agreement.
Preparing the basis
Registration of a sole trader business or DOO, diploma recognition and other tasks along the chosen route are priced by scope.
Bank, address and housing
Opening an account, registering residence, finding and arranging a rental — included if you need this help.
External costs
Government fees, translations, certifications and insurance, where needed, are separate items in the quote.
Government fees: budget guidance
Main fees on a single permit application23 200 RSD
Standard residence permit23 880 RSD
New sole trader registration + single permit application25 700 RSD
New DOO registration + single permit application31 200 RSD
Recognition of one diploma + Talent residence permit37 030 RSD
Government fees per applicant as at 16 September 2026. For a single permit, the main fees payable on application are shown; we will check document issuance and the full set of payment slips separately. Items with business registration or diploma recognition already include the corresponding fees. RICS services and third-party costs are paid separately. Concessions may apply depending on nationality and other conditions — we will check them when preparing the quote.
Residence and related tasks
Moving with your family?
We will put together a shared plan
We will identify the main basis and options for family members. We will agree on the application sequence, help prepare family documents and avoid unnecessary steps.
Through trusted partners, we will arrange the assistance you need in Serbia — from finding housing to accounting. The scope of services and costs will be clear before work begins.
Get a quote for my familySpouse and children
We will check each family member’s documents and eligibility for reunification separately. Family rates apply to joint applications.
Housing, address and bank
We will help arrange a rental search, residence registration and a bank account when needed for your move.
Sole trader, company and accounting
We will help choose a business structure, register it and introduce an accountant. We will explain ongoing obligations and costs in advance.
RICS Consulting
Our team’s experience and responsibility for our work
We support relocation, residence applications and business in Serbia. You will receive a specific route, specialist assistance and clear updates on your case.
2023
year established
RICS Consulting
10 years
of professional experience
among our team’s experts
2000+
client cases
across our service areas
Quality preparation
We take responsibility for our work
We will check the completeness and accuracy of the documents. If we make an error, we will correct it at no additional charge.
Our team’s timeframes
Agreed stages and deadlines
We will set deadlines for our work based on document readiness. We will keep you informed of progress and the next steps required.
Clear pricing
The price is fixed in the contract
We fix the price for the selected scope before work begins. Additional tasks are added only with your agreement.
Before you contact us
What you need to know
I do not yet know which basis to choose
That is our task. Tell us what you do, where you are and who is moving with you. We will check the available options and suggest the most suitable one based on your documents, budget and future plans.
Can I start the process while in another country?
Yes, reviewing your circumstances and preparing some documents can begin in advance. We will identify what to do before travelling and plan your involvement in Serbia. You must attend biometrics in person; the exact submission procedure depends on the basis and nationality.
What exactly is included in the price from €150?
Preparing the application and supporting submission for one applicant in a straightforward case with the basis already in place. Establishing a sole trader business or DOO, diploma recognition, a bank account, address assistance, translations and government fees are quoted separately if needed. Before work begins, you will receive a price for your specific scope of services.
I already have a sole trader business, an account or some documents. Will you take this into account?
Yes. We will check that your basis and documents are ready, then include only the necessary tasks in the quote. There is no need to register a business again or order documents you already have unnecessarily.
Can you assess the prospects of a positive decision?
Yes. Based on your documents and experience with similar cases, we will assess the prospects, identify obstacles and suggest how to address them. RICS is responsible for the quality of preparation and the agreed actions. The government authority makes the decision.
Does the main applicant’s permit cover the whole family?
Spouses and children need separate applications and documents. We will check eligibility for family reunification, prepare a shared plan and calculate family rates. Family members’ permit validity may depend on the main applicant’s status.
Who will help with a rental, bank account and accounting?
We will involve RICS specialists and partners. We will determine in advance which services you need, who provides them and how much they cost. All tasks can be included in a shared relocation and application plan.
RICS in practice
Our clients’ cases
Three different bases — specific work by our team and application outcomes.
Business and residence
Sole trader registration and residence permit
TaskStart a consulting business in Belgrade and obtain residence.
ResultThe sole trader business was registered and the residence and work card was received.
Review of the caseOpen the case to view it
RICS teamBusiness and company registration
In this case, we combined sole trader registration and the residence application into one sequential process. The client did not have to navigate APR and MUP requirements on her own.
Business and residence
DOO company and bank account
TaskEstablish a company in Belgrade and prepare a residence application through the business.
ResultThe residence application was approved and biometrics were scheduled.
Case documentsOpen the case to view it
RICS teamBusiness and company registration
In this case, we first arranged the company and bank account, then the residence documents. Confirmed stage: application approval and a biometrics appointment.
Diploma and residence
Diploma recognition and residence permit
TaskObtain recognition of a Russian master’s diploma and residence based on qualifications.
ResultThe diploma was recognised in Serbia and the residence permit was obtained.
Case documentsOpen the case to view it
RICS teamDocuments and translations
This case had two connected stages: diploma recognition and obtaining residence. We prepared the documents for each and supported the transition from the agency’s decision to the residence application.
These stories reflect the outcomes of specific cases. We will determine the documents and sequence of steps for your circumstances after reviewing your needs.
Client experiences
Residence applications: our clients’ experiences
Real tasks and our team’s work, based on clients’ Google Maps reviews. You can open a screenshot of the review within each story.
Stories: 3
All cases and reviewsNext step
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