Travel Documents
During the stay abroad, passport serves as proof of the identity of its holder and as proof of his/her being a national of the Republic of Serbia. Passport can only be used by the person to whose name it has been issued.
We ask you to look after your passport while staying abroad. In case of loss or damage of your passport you are advised to apply to the nearest diplomatic or consular mission of the Republic of Serbia.
Information about what is needed for issuing new Biometric passport of the Republic of Serbia can be found HERE.
ISSUANCE OF BIOMETRIC PASSPORTS
Requests for biometric passports are submitted in person at the Consulate General New York.
You need to come in person to the Consulate General and bring with you for verification following documents:
1. original proof of citizenship of the Republic of Serbia (not older than one year);
2. original extract from the book of births – birth certificate -(not older than one year);
3. blue passport If you have not owned a blue passport, you can bring for review your driver's license or ID card (from Serbia). If you have a biometric ID card, you need to bring it with you;
A child, regardless of age, gets its own passport and cannot be entered in the passport of the parents. For minors under 18 years or age, in addition to the above documents, the presence of both parents is necessary or the written consent of a parent who is not present. Statement of compliance by the other parent is required when a parent is a foreign citizen. Signature/s of parent/s in the statement must be certified by a Notary Public.
Consular fee can be paid in cash or by Money Order.
The legal deadline for resolving the request for a passport submitted abroad is two months (passports are issued in the Republic of Serbia).
Passport must be received in person by coming to the Consulate General but only after you have been notified by the Consulate General. Be sure to bring with you a blue passport so that it can be cancelled.
The Consulate General is unable to accept requests for biometric passports for the following persons:
• Newborn children abroad until the complete registration of birth is completed, that is to say not until they are entered in the book of birth records of the Republic of Serbia; till their residence is recorded and their personal identification number is determined (unique identification number of the citizen).
• Those who enter into marriage before the foreign authority and request the issuance of passport in order to change their surname, till the change of the surname is listed in the registry books in R. Serbia.
LOSS/THEFT OF THE PASSPORT OF R. SERBIA
In case of loss of theft of the biometric passport of R. Serbia, it is necessary to immediately report the loss/theft to the American Police Department and from them obtain the report/receipt regarding same. Afterwards, the Consulate General of the Republic of Serbia in New York may initiate a procedure for declaring the missing passport invalid and apply for a new passport or travel document for travel to R. Serbia.
I For the issuance of a new passport it is necessary to submit following documents:
1. Original proof of citizenship of R. Serbia, less than one year old (for inspection);
2. Original excerpt from the vital statistics of birth/birth certificate, issued by the government of R. Serbia, less than one year old (for inspection);
3. Document confirming identity of the individual (personal ID or driver’s license issued by R. Serbia, or US passport, US ID or US driver’s license);
4. Police report/receipt about lost/stolen passport;
5. Completed and signed statement about the loss/theft of passport;
6. Consular taxes may be paid exclusively by cash or Money Order issued to the Consulate General of the R. Serbia-New York.
II For the issuance of a travel document it is necessary to submit following documents:
1. Original proof of citizenship of R. Serbia, less than one year old (for inspection);
2. Original excerpt from the vital statistics of birth/birth certificate, issued by the government of R. Serbia, less than one year old (for inspection);
3. Document confirming identity of the individual (personal ID or driver’s license issued by R. Serbia, or US passport, US ID or US driver’s license);
4. Police report/receipt about lost/stolen passport;
5. Completed and signed statement about the loss/theft of passport;
6. 2 identical photographs size 3.5 x 4.5 cm that accurately reflect the image (taken from the front – not profile or semi-profile - without hats or scarves);
7. Form for the issuance of the travel document, legibly filled out, signed on both sides (the signature must be certified by a Notary Public if request is sent by mail);
8. Copy of the airline ticket or confirmed reservation for travel to R. Serbia;
9. Consular taxes may be paid only in cash or Money Order;
10. If the request is being submitted by mail it is necessary to submit a preaddressed return envelope with prepaid postage affixed.
ISSUANCE OF THE TRAVEL DOCUMENT FOR TRAVEL TO REPUBLIC OF SERBIA
A travel document is a document that serves only to travel to R. Serbia and valid one month from the date of issue. It is issued to persons who have reported the loss/theft of the passport or in other cases prescribed by Law.
Request for the issuance of the travel document may be filed in person at the Consulate General of the Republic Serbia in New York or by mail.
It is necessary to submit the following documents:
1. Original proof of citizenship of R. Serbia, less than one year old (for inspection);
2. Original excerpt from the vital statistics of birth/birth certificate, issued by the government of R. Serbia, less than one year old (for inspection);
3. Blue passport;
4. 2 identical photographs size 3.5 x 4.5 cm that accurately reflect the image (taken from the front – not profile or semi-profile - without hats or scarves);
5. Form for the issuance of the travel document, legibly filled out, signed on both sides (the signature must be certified by a Notary Public if request is sent by mail);
6. Copy of the airline ticket or confirmed reservation for travel to R. Serbia;
7. Consular taxes may be paid only in cash or Money Order;
8. If the request is being submitted by mail it is necessary to submit a preaddressed return envelope with prepaid postage affixed.
Travel to Serbia
Foreign nationals who have a valid US visa or lawful residence in the United States (green card) may enter the Republic of Serbia without visas and stay not longer than 90 days within six month period. Visa must be valid for the whole duration of stay in the Republic of Serbia. Also, foreign nationals who have a valid Schengen visa, UK visa or other European Union member-states visa may enter the Republic of Serbia without a visa and stay not longer than 90 days within six month period. The possibility of entering the Republic of Serbia without a visa is valid beginning November 8th, 2014. Above does not apply to foreign nationals who are holders of emergency travel documents or travel documents for refugees and aliens.
Stay in Serbia
Legal entities and individuals providing accommodation for foreign nationals with financial compensation, as well as persons being visited by foreign nationals, are required to register with the competent authority the visit of the foreign national within 24 hours from the provision of accommodation to a foreign national, or from the time of arrival of a foreign national for visiting purposes.
The foreign national is required to register with the relevant authority his/her stay at, and change of address of residence, within 24 hours from the date of arrival in the place of residence or from the date of the change of address of his/her stay.
The foreign national who has been granted permanent resident status is required to register his/her domicile and change of abode, within eight days from the date of arrival in the domicile or from the date of the change of the address.
For more information, please visit the following link:
http://www.mup.gov.rs
ISSUING VISAS
American citizens do not need visas to travel to the Republic of Serbia.
Holders of U.S.Travel Documents (Permit to Re-enter, Refugee Travel Document) require a visa for entry into the Republic of Serbia.
If you do not have a U.S. passport, please check here to see if you need a visa to travel to the Republic of Serbia.
Foreign nationals who have a valid US visa or lawful residence in the United States (green card) may enter the Republic of Serbia without visas and stay not longer than 90 days within six month period. Visa must be valid for the whole duration of stay in the Republic of Serbia. Also, foreign nationals who have a valid Schengen visa, UK visa or other European Union member-states visa may enter the Republic of Serbia without a visa and stay not longer than 90 days within six month period. The possibility of entering the Republic of Serbia without a visa is valid beginning November 8th, 2014. Above does not apply to foreign nationals who are holders of emergency travel documents or travel documents for refugees and aliens.
- How to obtain the visa for RS
TYPES OF VISAS
The types of visa are as follows:
I short stay visa (VISA C)
II transit visa (VISA B)
III work visa (VISA D)
I VISA C (visa for a stay of up to 90 days)
Visa for a short stay is issued for tourist, business and other travel, for one, two or more entries into the Republic of Serbia.
Continuous residence of an alien with a short stay visa, or a total length of consecutive stays, cannot exceed 90 days within a period of six months from the date of first entry.
Visa for a short stay with multiple entries shall be issued with a validity period of up to one year. (Article 18 of the Foreigners Act)
Required documents:
1. Valid passport (passport must be valid for at least 90 days from the visa issue date).
2. Completed Visa Application Form
Form must be filled out clearly, in printed letters; the applicant must fill all columns/questions and state correct residential address in USA – no P.O. Box is acceptable. For minor children the form is filled and signed by their parents.
3. Photo (Size 3,5cm x 4,5 cm)
4. Invitation letter – not older than 6 months
For a private visit, a certified invitation letter from a relative or a friend from Serbia is required
If applying for a business visa, please enclose (a) an official invitation from the company in Serbia, stating the nature of the business, expected duration of the visit as well as the name and address of the company or institution you are visiting, as well as (b) a letter from the U.S. company which you are representing.
For a tourist visit, a proof of paid travel arrangement (hotel reservation).
5. Proof of residence in the USA
(photocopy of Alien Registration Card, Working Permit, Student’s Visa)
6. Return ticket or Itinerary
(photocopy of International Driving License, Title and Insurance if you are traveling by car)
7. Proof of sufficient funds for staying in the Republic of Serbia
8. Stamped, self-addressed return envelope with pre-paid return postage
(envelope is not required if applying in person at the Consulate General)
• Fees and actual costs for a visa are $ 95. If the request is sent by mail it should contain one Money Order in the amount of $95. Visa application fee is non- refundable. If the visa is not approved the applicant will be refunded only the amount of $2.
• Citizens of Armenia, China, Mali, Pakistan, Syria pay only actual and handling costs for visa issuance in the amount of $ 2. If the request is sent by mail one Money Order in the amount of $2 should be enclosed.
Note: Incomplete applications cannot be taken into consideration and will be returned to the applicants at their own expense.
The Consulate General reserves the right to request additional documentation.
II VISA B (Transit visa)
A transit visa is issued to all foreigners planning for a single, double or multiple transits through the territory of the Republic of Serbia.
A transit visa is valid for up to six months in addition; the duration of stay in the country per one transit shall not exceed five days.
A transit visa may be issued to a foreigner who has a visa to enter the country he/she is visiting or through whose territory he/she is continuing the travel, if he/she is not exempt from obtaining such a visa by an international agreement. (Article 17 of the Foreigners Act)
Required documents:
1. Valid passport (passport must be valid for at least 90 days from the visa issue date)
2. Completed Visa Application Form
Form must be filled out clearly, in printed letters; the applicant must fill all columns/questions and state correct residential address in USA – no P.O. Box is acceptable. For minor children the form is filled and signed by their parents.
3. Photo (Size 3,5 cm x 4,5 cm)
4. Entry visa to the country to which you are traveling
If visa is not required for that country, other proof of stay in said country is required.
5. Proof of residence in the USA
(photocopy of Alien Registration Card, Working Permit, Student’s Visa)
6. Return ticket or Itinerary
(photocopy of International Driving License, Title and Insurance if you travel by car)
7. Proof of sufficient funds for transit through the territory of the Republic of Serbia
8. Stamped, self-addressed return envelope with pre-paid return postage
(envelope is not required if applying in person at the Consulate General)
• Fees and actual costs for a visa are $95. If the request is sent by mail it should contain one Money Order in the amount of $95. Visa application fee is non- refundable. If the visa is not approved the applicant will be refunded only the amount of $2.
• Citizens of Armenia, China, Mali, Pakistan, Syria pay only actual and handling costs for visa issuance in the amount of $2. If the request is sent by mail one Money Order in the amount of $2 should be enclosed.
Note: Incomplete applications cannot be taken into consideration and will be returned to the applicants at their own expense. The Consulate General reserves the right to request additional documentation.
