Italy visa-free entry for citizens of Serbia: 2026 entry rules
No, citizens of Serbia do not need a visa for a short stay in Italy (up to 90 days per 180-day period).
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ETIAS: once the system is running, which the EU expects in the last quarter of 2026, citizens of Serbia will need to apply online for a travel authorisation (€20) before departure. Nothing to do yet: applications are not open, so beware of websites already selling it. Our ETIAS guide · Official EU website
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Travellers from Serbia do not apply for a visa for a tourist stay in Italy, but border control still asks for a file.
How long can citizens of Serbia stay in Italy?
90 days per 180-day period
Visa-free entry allows a stay of 90 days per 180-day period. To stay longer, study or work, a visa is generally required.
What to show at the border of Italy
Documents required for a visa for Italy:
- Passport valid 3 months beyond departure
- Completed application form
- Two passport-size photos
- Travel medical insurance (€30,000 coverage)
- Proof of accommodation
- Return or onward ticket
- Proof of sufficient funds
- Biometric data (fingerprints)
Other visa types for Italy
A tourist stay is not the only purpose. These are the other permits the destination issues and that your nationality is eligible for, each with its own fee and processing time.
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Short-stay (tourism)
Visa-free
Entry regime
Visa-free
Duration
90 days per 180-day period
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EU Blue Card (Carta Blu UE)
Work visa
Duration
2 years
Price
€116
Processing time
90 days
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Digital Nomad visa
Work visa
Duration
1 year (renewable)
Price
€116
Processing time
30-60 days
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Adoption visa
Family reunification
Duration
1 year
Price
Free
Processing time
60+ days
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Family Reunification visa (Ricongiungimento Familiare)
Family reunification
Duration
1 year (renewable)
Price
€116
Processing time
90 days
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Investor visa (€250K / €500K / €2M)
Investor visa
Duration
2 years (renewable)
Price
€116
Processing time
30 days
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Elective Residence visa (Residenza Elettiva)
Retirement visa
Duration
1 year (renewable indefinitely)
Price
€116
Processing time
90 days
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Scientific Research visa
Student visa
Duration
1 year (renewable)
Price
€116
Processing time
30 days
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Medical treatment visa
Consular visa
Duration
1 year
Price
€116
Processing time
15-30 days
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Italia Startup Visa
Investor visa
Duration
1 year (renewable)
Price
€116
Processing time
30 days
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Religious purposes visa
Consular visa
Duration
1 year (renewable)
Price
€116
Processing time
15-30 days
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Study visa
Student visa
Duration
1 year (renewable)
Price
€50
Processing time
15-30 days
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Subordinate Work visa (Lavoro Subordinato)
Work visa
Duration
2 years
Price
€116
Processing time
90 days
Official websiteVerified
Self-employment visa (Lavoro Autonomo)
Work visa
Duration
2 years
Price
€116
Processing time
90 days
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Nomad Insurance travel cover (SafetyWing)
Medical cover and repatriation, can be taken out mid-trip.
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eSIM data (Saily)
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Tours and activities (GetYourGuide)
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to Italy from Serbia?▾
No. Travellers from Serbia can enter Italy without a visa for a tourist stay (allowed duration: 90 days per 180-day period).
What other visa types exist for Italy?▾
Depending on the purpose of stay, Italy offers among others: EU Blue Card (Carta Blu UE), Digital Nomad visa, Subordinate Work visa (Lavoro Subordinato), Self-employment visa (Lavoro Autonomo), Scientific Research visa, Study visa.
Data verified on 25/10/2026 · Our methodology
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