Temporary Residence via Real-Estate Ownership

Overview

Serbia allows temporary residence on the basis of owning real estate in the country, one of the grounds expanded under the 2024 Law on Foreigners. The property ownership is evidenced to the authorities through the official portal. It is settlement-capable, with lawful time held counting toward permanent residence after three continuous years, though it does not by itself grant work authorisation.

Eligibility

Application pathway

1. 01

   Check the route fit

   Confirm your Serbian property ownership can be evidenced and that you do not need local work rights through this basis.

2. 02

   Build the evidence pack

   Gather title documents, proof of address, insurance and means, plus passport and photograph.

3. 03

   Submit through the official channel

   Apply electronically via the Foreign Nationals' portal using real-estate ownership as the basis.

4. 04

   After approval

   Renew while you own the property and track time toward permanent residence.

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Related routes

• Single Permit (residence and work)

  Serbia's unified residence-and-work permit, combining temporary residence and work authorisation in one biometric document.

• Permanent Residence (Serbia)

  Serbia's settlement status, available after three years of continuous temporary residence following the February 2024 reform.