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Company Formation in Serbia

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STRUCTURE & COMPLIANCE OVERVIEW

Business Company Setup

Thestandard timeframe is 3–5 business days after receiving all required documents.

Company Registration

The cost of incorporating a company in Serbia is EUR 4,800.

This includes:

registration with the Serbian Business Registers Agency;
preparation of incorporation documents;
provision of registered office address;
tax identification number (PIB) registration;
opening of temporary bank account;
standard articles and shareholder resolutions;
notarial coordination and legal support.

Serbia offers a favorable European business environment, moderate taxation, and flexible international operations.

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Please note: all fees shown are indicative - final pricing is determined individually based on your structure and requirements.
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Required Documents (per beneficial owner and director):
notarized copy of passport;
utility bill (not older than 3 months);
proof of source of wealth;
CV in English;
brief description of business activity.
Physical Presence

Physicalpresence is not mandatory, but some banks may require in-person identification or a video call for account opening.

We can assist with:

opening corporate or personal accounts in Serbia;
office rental and staff recruitment (if needed);
business-based residency permit application.
Annual Company Maintenance

To maintain good standing, annual renewal is required.

Annual maintenance includes:

renewal of registered office;
administrative support;
corporate record keeping;
submission of annual financial statements.

Company annual domiciliary fee -EUR 4,600

Accounting and Tax Reporting

We can support bookkeeping, tax filings, and substance evaluation as needed.Dormant companies may submit a zero return, subject to eligibility.

Serbian companies are required to:

maintain full accounting records;
file tax returns and financial statements;
undergo audit (if revenue, assets, or staffing thresholds are exceeded).

We offer a full suite of accounting services, including:

bookkeeping,
tax filings,
annual reporting.
Jurisdiction & Regulatory Context
Serbia is commonly used for international business structures where market access, practical administration, and cost-efficient operations are priorities.
Serbia Jurisdiction profile Market access Practical administration Cost-efficient operations
Signal map: the diagram reflects how market access, administration practicality, and cost-efficient operations shape the overall jurisdiction evaluation.
Assessment approach
Structure selection is assessed individually, considering ownership profile, documentation needs, expected activity, and banking strategy.

Fees depend on business structure and volume of operations.

Business Setup Timeline (Serbia)

From initial structure assessment to incorporation, compliance, and ongoing maintenance.
Pre-Check & Structure
Pre-Check & Documentation
  • Structure and business activity assessment
  • Review of compliance and substance scope
  • UBO and ownership structure validation
  • Document list confirmation (KYC pack)
  • Initial risk and consistency review
Company Registration
Company Registration & Incorporation
  • Name availability check
  • Preparation of incorporation documents
  • Registered office setup
  • Certificate of Incorporation issuance
  • Corporate kit: registers & resolutions
  • Share issuance and registration
Bank / Payment Setup
Payment & Account Setup (optional)
  • KYC file preparation for counterparties
  • Onboarding support (if requested)
  • Payment flow planning (if applicable)
  • Coordination during review stage
Accounting
Accounting, Tax & Substance
  • Accounting records setup and maintenance
  • Annual tax return preparation
  • Economic substance assessment (if applicable)
  • Support for zero-return filings (where eligible)
Company Maintenance
Annual Maintenance & Ongoing Support
  • Annual company renewal coordination
  • Registered address renewal
  • UBO screening and filings
  • Ongoing administrative support
  • Compliance monitoring and updates
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This structure is not universal. It is designed for international operations requiring structured compliance, accounting discipline, and bank-friendly setup.

International IBC Structure

Who this solution is for
This solution is designed for businesses setting up a company in Serbia with a compliant operating model, clear documentation, and predictable ongoing reporting for cross-border work.
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This solution is suitable for:
International trading & service companies
Holding and asset-owning structures
Teams needing EU-oriented banking readiness
Businesses requiring structured accounting & reporting
Founders with cross-border counterparties

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Supporting international clients with compliant company structures and cross-border operations.
Pre-check essentials

Key considerations before you start

Confirm regulatory scope, documentation readiness, and ongoing obligations before initiating the setup.

Pre-check snapshot

Indicative readiness signals (Serbia)

Assessment
Scope Serbia company
KYC pack Required
Timeline 3–5 business days
Structure fit
82%
Docs readiness
65%
Onboarding fit
58%
Values are indicative and depend on third-party review, risk profile, and documentation quality.
A preliminary readiness snapshot based on ownership structure, declared activity scope, and submitted documentation.

A preliminary readiness snapshot based on business activity, ownership structure,and submitted documentation.

  • Company setup scope review 01
  • UBO data & KYC verification 02
  • Corporate docs preparation 03
  • Tax & reporting baseline 04

A structured checklist designed to reduce delays during regulator and banking review.

Regulatory timelines

Company registration in Serbia typically takes 3-5 business days safter submission of a complete document set.

Documentation consistency

Incomplete or inconsistent documentation may delay registrationor require additional verification.

Source of funds / wealth

Source of funds information may be requested as part of standardKYC and compliance procedures.

Ongoing obligations

Companies in Serbia are subject to annual reporting, tax filings,and accounting record maintenance in line with local regulations.

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