Updated: 29 September 2026 Serbia’s new Information Security Law significantly expands the range of companies that may become subject to specific cybersecurity and information security obligations. For many businesses, the key question is no longer simply whether they have antivirus software, backups or outsourced IT support. The more important question is: Does your Serbian company […]
Read moreUpdated: September 2026 Beneficial owners in Serbia are subject to an annual verification requirement under the Serbian beneficial ownership regime. For many companies, particularly those that completed their first verification under the new rules in autumn 2025, the next compliance cycle falls due during autumn 2026. Companies operating in Serbia should therefore review both the […]
Read moreQuick answer Certain works classified under Serbian law as current (regular) maintenance – “tekuće (redovno) održavanje” may be carried out without obtaining a building permit or a separate approval for the works. In practice, some municipalities, including the Municipality of Stari Grad in Belgrade, record a simple written notice of such works. Where the works […]
Read moreThe recent appearance of attorney Jovana Ilić on Serbian national television opened several practical questions that employers increasingly face in everyday operations — from remote work and workplace injuries to employer liability, foreign workforce management, and employee training obligations. Occupational health and safety has traditionally been viewed as an administrative or compliance function. However, in […]
Read moreHow to Register a Medical Device in Serbia — and Where Problems Most Often Arise Medical device registration in Serbia is not merely an administrative procedure, but a key regulatory step without which a product cannot be lawfully placed on the market. For manufacturers and distributors, particularly foreign companies, one of the first and most […]
Read moreThe transfer of money from Serbia abroad by non-residents is possible, but in practice it often requires obtaining a tax clearance certificate from the Serbian Tax Administration. Banks typically require proof of the origin of funds and confirmation that all tax obligations in Serbia have been settled before approving an international transfer. If you wish […]
Read moreLast Friday, Attorney Nikola Lončar appeared on TV Prva to comment on the official statement issued by the Secretariat for Inspection, Supervision and Communication concerning the building located at 18–20 George Washington Street in Belgrade, from which parts of the façade fell onto a public area. The case has raised important legal questions regarding building […]
Read moreIs there a Serbian Citizenship by Merit or Investment Program? Short answer: Serbia does not have a citizenship-by-investment program. What exists is citizenship by exception, a discretionary legal mechanism decided by the Government of the Republic of Serbia on a case-by-case basis. There is: no fixed investment amount, no mandatory government donation, no automatic approval, […]
Read moreFrom October 2 to 17, Belgrade is hosting the renowned event Belgrade Energy Days 2025. The city has become a key meeting point for professionals in energy, law, science, and business. The goal is clear: to support sustainability, energy efficiency, and a green future. The main themes of this year’s event — “Powering a Sustainable […]
Read moreWhat Does It Cost to Open a Company in Serbia in 2025 — and Why Serbia Is Becoming a Strategic Business Hub Serbia has emerged as one of the most competitive jurisdictions in Europe for foreign entrepreneurs, holding companies, and international investors seeking a cost-efficient, tax-stable, and strategically positioned base of operations. If you are […]
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