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Particular attention is being paid to those living in the country through the “visa run” scheme, with regular departures and re-entries to extend their stay.
Despite the visa-free regime, authorities now consider not the date of the last entry, but the total time spent in the country. Staying without a proper status is increasingly classified as a violation, and inspections are already resulting in fines and orders to leave the country.
Important! We have repeatedly warned: a “visa run” is not a solution and not a legal way to reside long-term in Serbia. It is a temporary scheme that has always carried risks.
If you chose this path based on someone’s advice – now is the time to reconsider. You can thank the “advisors” later, but the consequences are already starting to appear.
Do not wait until the situation escalates to:
Confiscation of documents at the border
Court proceedings
Entry bans
The reality has already changed.
The only safe and long-term option is to obtain a residence permit legally.
We recommend not delaying:
Analyze your situation
Develop a clear legalization plan
Submit your residence permit application
Contact us and we can help assess the risks and ensure everything is done correctly, while you still have time and the opportunity to handle it calmly, rather than in an emergency.
