As a foreigner in Serbia, getting a residence permit can be exhausting — unfamiliar laws, documents in Serbian, queues at the police station. We handle the entire process from start to finish so you don't have to.
Mistakes in the residence permit process cost months of waiting — or worse.
The process takes 30–60 days. If your visa expires while waiting and you didn't file on time, you risk deportation and a re-entry ban.
⚠ Risk of deportationThe Ministry of Interior (MUP) rejects applications with incorrect or incomplete documentation. Each rejection means a new application, new fees, and another 30–60 day wait.
⚠ Application rejected — start overAll foreign documents must be officially translated into Serbian. An apostille for foreign documents can take an additional 2–4 weeks if not planned in advance.
⚠ Delays of 30+ daysWhich counter, which form, which department of the police station — without experience it's overwhelming. A wrong counter or wrong form means a wasted day and rescheduling.
⚠ Wasted time at the police stationFull service — from your first consultation to an approved permit in your hands.
At the first meeting you receive an exact list of everything required for your specific case — no surprises, no last-minute additions.
We coordinate certified translators, apostille services, and full documentation preparation according to current MUP requirements.
Our team files the application at the correct MUP department in your name. You only go once — for biometric data collection.
We monitor your case and immediately notify you of any updates, additional requirements, or approvals from the Ministry of Interior.
We automatically remind you 60 days before expiry so you can start the renewal process on time — without stress or legal risk.
We provide the same service for spouses and children. A family application covers all household members in one process.
"As a Turkish entrepreneur opening a company in Serbia, the permit process seemed overwhelming. EXT handled everything — documents, translations, police station. I got my permit in 40 days."
"I was investing in Serbian real estate and needed a residence permit fast. EXT prepared everything perfectly on the first attempt. No rejections, no delays. Highly recommended."
From first contact to approved residence permit.
We check whether you qualify for the type of permit you need — work, founder, or family reunion. You get a clear picture before spending anything.
Free · 1 dayWe organize translations, apostilles, notarizations, and complete the entire dossier according to current MUP requirements.
3–5 business daysOur team files the application at the appropriate police department. You only need to come in once for biometrics — fingerprints and photo.
1 business dayWe regularly check your case status and immediately inform you of any developments, additional document requests, or approval decisions.
Throughout the entire processThe permit is typically approved within 30–60 days. We notify you as soon as it's ready and assist with collection if needed.
30–60 days from filingOne-time fee for the complete residence permit service.
No hidden charges on our side.
* Translation fees, apostille costs, and MUP administrative charges are not included and are billed at actual cost.
Document preparation takes 3–5 business days. Official approval from the Ministry of Interior (MUP) typically arrives 30–60 days after filing. We monitor the entire process and keep you informed of every status change.
Core documents include: valid passport, proof of purpose of stay (company founding documents or employment contract), proof of accommodation (lease or ownership), health insurance, and proof of financial means. You receive a complete tailored checklist at your free assessment.
Only once — for biometric data collection (fingerprints and photograph), which takes about 15 minutes. We handle all document preparation and filing on your behalf. We guide you to the correct counter and remain with you throughout if needed.
We help you understand the exact reason for rejection, correct the documentation, and re-file the application. Our success rate is above 95%. If the rejection is caused by an error on our part in preparing the documents, we redo the entire process at no additional charge.
We recommend starting at least 30 days before expiry, and we automatically remind you 60 days in advance. Allowing your permit to lapse creates a period of unlawful residence — a legal risk you don't want to take. Don't leave it to the last minute.
While the MUP approval timeline (30-60 days) is set by the government, we minimize delays by ensuring your application is complete and error-free from the start. A perfectly prepared dossier avoids rejections and re-filings that cost months.
The exact list depends on your permit type (work, founder, family reunion). Core documents include passport, proof of purpose of stay, accommodation proof, health insurance, and financial means. You receive a personalized checklist at the free assessment.
Yes, we handle renewals with the same full service. We send automatic reminders 60 days before expiry and prepare updated documentation. The renewal process is typically faster than the initial application.
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