Visitor & short-stay visas
Serbian Transit Visa
For travellers needing permission to pass through Serbian territory en route to another destination.
Under review — check current rules
Important information
- Official name
- Transit (within the short-stay visa regime)
- Route type
- Transit
- Where to apply
- A Serbian diplomatic-consular mission, if a transit visa is required for your nationality/route
Requirements
- Entry visa or documentation for the onward destination where required
- Valid travel document meeting Serbian passport-validity rules
How to apply
Where a transit visa is needed for your nationality, apply at the nearest Serbian diplomatic-consular mission before travelling, presenting evidence of your onward entry visa or onward-journey documentation. Many travellers do not need a separate transit visa because they are visa-exempt or hold a qualifying foreign visa or residence permit.
Frequently asked questions
No. Whether a separate transit permission is required depends on your nationality and route. Visa-free nationals and holders of qualifying Schengen, UK, EU or US visas or residence permits can transit without a Serbian visa; others should confirm with a Serbian diplomatic-consular mission.
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.
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