Long-term visa is a permission to enter and stay in the territory of the Republic of Serbia between 90 and 180 days, on the grounds of employment, education, family reunification, etc. A foreign national who, in accordance with the visa regime for entry into the Republic of Serbia requires a visa, and who intends to apply for a temporary residence permit in the Republic of Serbia shall obtain a Long-Term Visa. 

A foreigner, who has been issued a long stay visa on the grounds of employment, shall realize the right to employment in accordance with the regulations on employment of foreigners.

1. Completed visa application form;

2. Valid passport (passport must be valid at least 90 days after the intended date of departure from the Republic of Serbia, with at least two consecutive blank pages, and issued within the past 10 years); 

3. Photo (size 3.5x4.5cm); 

4. Visa fee.

5. Work Contract

6. Proof of the purpose and reasons for stay in the Republic of Serbia;

7. Letter of invitation:

- for a private visit – invitation letter certified by the relevant authority of the Republic of Serbia

- for a business visit – invitation letter by a company in Serbia;

- for a tourist trip – a proof of payment for the trip issued by a travel agency (voucher or other type of payment receipt);​

 -. Adequate and valid travel medical insurance;