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As a US passport holder, you do not need a visa to enter and stay in Serbia for tourism purposes for up to 90 days. You must register with local police within 24 hours of arrival, which hotels typically handle.

Key facts

For United States passport holders, tourism or short business trips.

You may need a visa if…

• You must register with the local police within 24 hours of arrival; hotels typically handle this, but if staying at a private residence, you must register in person.
• It is important to enter and exit Serbia using the same passport.
• If you lose your US passport in Serbia, you must obtain a police report and a new passport before departure.
• You cannot enter Serbia with an expired passport or one previously reported lost or stolen; entry will be denied.
• Exercise increased caution due to crime, particularly violence associated with organized crime and sporting events.

Before you travel

• ✓Ensure your passport is valid at the time of entry.
• ✓Have at least one blank passport page for an entry stamp.
• ✓Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP).
• ✓Monitor local media for any security updates.
• ✓Provide your itinerary to a family member or friend.
• ✓Consider purchasing travel insurance that covers evacuation assistance, medical insurance, and trip cancellation.
• ✓Carry a copy of your passport and leave the original in a safe place.

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