South Africa passport → Serbia

Do South African citizens need a visa for Serbia?

eVisa (apply online)

South African passport holders need an eVisa for Serbia. You apply and pay online before you travel. If you hold a US visa, Schengen visa, EU residence or similar, it can be easier: see below.

Heads-up: some sources list this route as visa required.

What this means for your trip

Apply through the official channel (the government portal, or the airline or agent it names) and keep a printed copy of the approval.
Processing usually takes a few working days; apply at least two weeks ahead.
Check that the eVisa type matches your purpose of travel.

Easier if you already hold another visa

South African passport holders who hold one of these documents can get Visa-free90 days instead:

US visa
Schengen visa
EU / Schengen residence

Valid multiple-entry visa or residence permit. 90 days in any 180.

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Serbia at a glance

Capital: Belgrade
Currency: Serbian dinar (RSD)
Languages: Serbian
Calling code: +381
Region: Southern Europe

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Serbia for other passports

South AfricaeVisa
IndiaeVisa
United StatesVisa-free90 days
United KingdomVisa-free90 days
United Arab EmiratesVisa-free90 days
ChinaVisa-free30 days
SingaporeVisa-free90 days
PakistaneVisa
BangladeshVisa required
Sri LankaeVisa
NepaleVisa
NigeriaVisa required
PhilippinesVisa required

Nearby in Southern Europe for South African passport holders

KosovoVisa-free
AlbaniaeVisa
AndorraVisa required
Bosnia and HerzegovinaVisa required
CroatiaVisa required
GreeceVisa required
ItalyVisa required
MaltaVisa required

Common questions

Do South African citizens need a visa for Serbia?

South African passport holders need an eVisa for Serbia. You apply and pay online before you travel.

How long can South African citizens stay in Serbia?

The allowed stay depends on the visa you are granted. Check the decision letter or entry stamp.

Can South African citizens get a visa on arrival in Serbia?

Not under the standard rules.

Is Serbia easier for South African citizens with a US, UK or Schengen visa?

Yes. With a qualifying US visa, Schengen visa, EU residence, South African citizens get visa free for up to 90 days. Valid multiple-entry visa or residence permit. 90 days in any 180.

How many countries can South African citizens visit without a visa?

93 destinations allow entry without a visa arranged in advance (visa-free, visa on arrival or eTA). The South Africa passport ranks #47 of 94 (passports with equal scores share a rank).

Source: Wikipedia contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0). Updated weekly. Rules can change, so give the official site a quick look before you fly.