Family reunification
Available to spouses or partners and the family members provided for of Serbian citizens, temporary or permanent residents and people granted asylum. Temporary residence may be issued for up to three years.
Official guidance
Check the requirements before applying
Who it is for
- A qualifying family relationship
- The status of the host
- Funds, accommodation, insurance and translated civil status documents
Documents
A basic preparation list. The competent authority creates the personal checklist based on citizenship and place of application.
- A valid passport and copies of its pages
- A completed application form and recent photographs
- Certificates of relationship with a court translation, the sponsor's status, an invitation, funds and insurance
- Proof of funds, accommodation and health insurance — where required
- A police clearance certificate, medical documents, translation and legalisation — if listed for the chosen category
Application steps
- 1Choose the exact family subcategory
- 2Prepare translations of your civil status documents
- 3Apply for a Visa D if you need one
- 4Request temporary residence
After arrival
- Register your address
- An adult family member of an adult foreign national is usually granted the right to work
- Keep track of the status validity and the family basis
FileLama Templates
Prepare your document package
You can type, save, and print these supporting documents in your account. They do not replace the country's official application form.
Document checklist
Tick off your passport, application form, translations, legalisation, insurance and the supporting proofs for your route.
Complete in your accountAccommodation and support letter
Prepare a free-form letter from your host about the accommodation and the costs they cover.
Complete in your account