Work visas
Serbian Single Permit (Unified Residence and Work Permit)
A single biometric document combining temporary residence and work authorisation, valid for up to three years.
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Important information
Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Serbia government website before you apply.
On this page
- Official name
- Single permit for temporary residence and work
- Route type
- Combined residence-and-work permit
- Maximum validity
- Up to 36 months (3 years)
- Form
- Biometric document
Who it is for
- Employees on an employment or other qualifying contract
- Self-employed persons (with registration certificate)
- Intra-company transferees and independent professionals
- People on training/development and those referred under business-cooperation agreements
What you can do
- Legally reside and work in Serbia for the permit's validity
- No separate work permit is required for the covered employment categories
- Count time toward the three-year permanent-residence condition
How to apply
- Register an account on the Foreign Nationals' Portal
- Submit the application electronically (by the foreign national or their employer)
- Where required, the employer initiates the labour-market test
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.