All steps to obtain a temporary residence permit
~60 days
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Determine residence permit basis
Employment, business, study, family reunification, property, etc.
Collect documents from home country
Criminal record certificate, education documents, certificates
Apostille documents
Apostille is placed in the country where document was issued
Translate documents to Serbian
Only by certified translator (sudski tumač). List on court website
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Get beli karton
White card — proof of address registration
Open bank account
Needed to prove financial stability
Get health insurance
Private insurance or state (after receiving residence permit)
Prepare rental agreement or property deed
Agreement must be notarized
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Fill out application form
Form available on Ministry of Interior website or at the office
Ministry of Interior websiteSchedule appointment
Online via eUprava or by phone
Pay state fee
Amount depends on permit type. Pay at bank or post office
Submit documents to Ministry
Foreigners department (Odeljenje za strance)
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Wait for decision
Processing time: 30-60 days. Can track online
Receive residence permit decision
If approved — collect at Ministry of Interior
Apply for biometric card
Separate application and photo. Card ready in 15-30 days
Collect residence permit card
Congratulations! Now you can get JMBG and other documents