€1.5 million
Apartment with a terrace in Belgrade, in the prestigious area of Savski Venac
Property Investment in Serbia as a Foreigner
Foreigners can buy and sell properties in Serbia. The lease is possible on the principle of reciprocity. If Serbian citizens are allowed to purchase properties in another country, then citizens of that country can also buy properties in Serbia.
The most expensive property in Serbia is in the capital, Belgrade.
€2,900
Average price per 1 m²
2.5%
Average price growth per quarter
2.5—12%
Associated costs, of the property value
Cost of a 3-bedroom apartment in Serbia
€500,000
Apartment in Belgrade, in the central district of Stari Grad
€200,000
Apartment within a 20-minute drive from the centre of Belgrade
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Serbia residency or citizenship by real estate investment
Purchasing residential real estate in Serbia leads to obtaining a residence permit. The residence permit is issued for one year with the possibility of renewal, for which it is necessary to live in Serbia for at least 183 days per year.
After 5 years of living in Serbia with a residence permit, one can apply for citizenship.
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Purchase taxes
Property buyers pay a value-added tax for new builds or a transfer tax for resale properties and additional fees. The associated costs are approximately 2.5 to 12% of the purchase agreement value and an additional €350—550.
When buying a house in Serbia worth €500,000, the investor will spend €560,550, including additional costs.
Ownership taxes
Property owners in Serbia pay an annual property tax of no more than 0.4% of the cadastral value. The rate depends on the region, a district within the region, year of construction, area, and cadastral value.
Non-residents pay a 20% income tax on rental yields.
Sale taxes
Sellers pay a capital gains tax of 20% on the difference between the sale and purchase prices.
The agency fee is 2%.
Countries to buy a property and get residency or citizenship
We offer proven properties that comply with the conditions of government programs for investors. You can buy real estate and obtain a residence permit or citizenship.
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Time required
€375,000+
Permanent residency
6+ months
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€375,000+Permanent residency6+ months
AED 750,000+
Residence permit
2+ months
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Not limited
Residence permit
4+ months
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Residency after D Visas
6+ months
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$777
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€1,900
Average price per 1 m²
1.3%
Average price growth per quarter
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€3,400
Average price per 1 m²
1.9%
Average price growth per quarter
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