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Do France passport holders need a visa to visit RS?

No visa needed. French ordinary passport holders can enter Serbia visa-free for tourism and stay up to 90 days within any 180-day (6-month) period. France (FR) ordinary passport holders do not need a visa to visit Serbia (RS) for tourism or short business. Under Serbia's visa policy, French nationals may enter, transit and stay visa-free for up to 90 days within any 6-month (180-day) period, counted from the date of first entry. Serbia is NOT part of the European Union or the Schengen Area, so the EU/Schengen 90/180 rule and the ETIAS travel authorisation do NOT apply to entering Serbia. The passport must be valid for at least 90 days beyond the intended date of departure, contain at least two consecutive blank pages, and have been issued within the previous 10 years. French citizens may also enter using a valid national ID card. There is no entry fee or pre-travel authorisation. Travelers must register their stay (the "white card") with the police within 24 hours of arrival; hotels and other commercial accommodation do this automatically, but those staying in private accommodation must register themselves. Visitors should be able to show proof of onward/return travel and sufficient funds if asked at the border. This verdict was verified against the Serbian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, which states ordinary passport holders need "no visas for visits of up to 90 days in a 6 months period."
VISA-FREETOURISMMULTIPLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30
For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30
Visa type
Visa-free (no visa required)
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days within any 180-day (6-month) period
per entry
Entries
Multiple
from issue date
Visa fee
0 EUR / 0 RSD
consular fee only
Processing time
None (no application)
standard track
Validity
Passport valid at least 90 days beyond departure; issued within last 10 years
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm your passport meets the rules
Ensure your French ordinary passport is valid for at least 90 days beyond your planned departure from Serbia, was issued within the past 10 years, and has at least two consecutive blank pages. A valid national ID card is also accepted.
· Required· No cost
/02
Verify your stay fits the 90/180 limit
Count your intended days in Serbia. You may stay up to 90 days within any rolling 6-month period from your first entry. Longer stays require a temporary residence permit applied for in Serbia.
· Plan ahead
/03
Prepare supporting documents
Carry proof of onward or return travel, confirmation of accommodation, travel/health insurance, and evidence of sufficient funds. Border police may request these.
· Recommended
/04
Travel and clear immigration
Present your passport or ID card at the Serbian border. No visa, eVisa, or pre-arrival authorisation is needed for French citizens.
· At the border
/05
Register your stay within 24 hours
Register your address with the local police (the 'white card'). Hotels and commercial accommodation handle this automatically; if staying privately, you or your host must register within 24 hours of arrival.
· Required· Within 24h
/06
Keep your registration slip
Retain the registration confirmation and present it when leaving Serbia or if asked by authorities. Failure to register can result in a fine.
· Keep on hand
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

9 items
Personalized checklist
0 / 9 complete
French ordinary passport valid 90+ days beyond departure (or national ID card)
required
Passport issued within the last 10 years
required
At least two consecutive blank passport pages
recommended
Proof of onward or return travel
recommended
Confirmed accommodation details
recommended
Travel/health insurance valid in Serbia
recommended
Evidence of sufficient funds for the stay
recommended
Register stay with police within 24 hours (white card)
required
Stay within 90 days per 180-day period
required
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Visa fee0 EURNo visa required for French citizens
Entry / border fee0 EURNo fee charged at entry
Stay registration (white card)0 EURFree; done by hotel or by host/traveler for private stays
Total estimate00incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Bilateral / EU visa-free arrangement
Serbia grants visa-free entry to EU member-state nationals, including France, for short stays.
High
/02
Tourism and short business visits
The 90-day visa-free allowance covers tourism, family visits, and short business trips.
High
/03
Transit through Serbia
French travelers may transit Serbia visa-free within the same 90/180 allowance.
Medium
/04
Overstay beyond 90 days
Stays longer than 90 days in 180 require a temporary residence permit, not a tourist entry.
Low
/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01
Immigration
Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.
/02
Customs
Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.
/03
Connectivity
Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.
/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024
2026-05-30
France to Serbia route verified
Confirmed visa-free entry for French ordinary passport holders (90 days per 180-day period) against the Serbian Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Noted Serbia is outside Schengen, so ETIAS does not apply.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do French citizens need a visa for Serbia?
No. French ordinary passport holders can enter Serbia visa-free for up to 90 days within any 180-day period for tourism, family visits, business, or transit.
How long can I stay in Serbia without a visa?+
Is Serbia in the Schengen Area, and does ETIAS apply?+
Can I enter Serbia with my French national ID card?+
Do I need to register with the police in Serbia?+
What must my passport meet to enter Serbia?+
/11 — Passport tools

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