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title: Serbia visa for citizens of Iraq
description: "Citizens of Iraq need a visa for Serbia and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Stay up to 30 days. Fee: €60 + €20 service fee. Processing: 7–15 days. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Serbia visa for citizens of Iraq

Citizens of Iraq need a visa for Serbia and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre.

*Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

Official application site: https://www.mfa.gov.rs/en/visas/visa-requirements

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Embassy / VFS · Tourist visa · Single entry
- **How to apply:** In-person at an embassy or visa center
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Visa validity:** 90 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** 7–15 days
- **Government fee:** €60 + €20 service fee
- **Passport validity:** At least 3 months
- **Biometrics:** Required
- **Appointment:** Required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** At least €100 per day of stay

## How to apply

1. **Determine visa type** — Choose the appropriate visa category (e.g., tourist, business, transit).
2. **Complete visa application form** — Fill out the online application on the Serbian MFA website and print it.
3. **Gather required documents** — Collect all documents as listed above, ensuring originals and copies.
4. **Schedule an appointment** — Book an appointment at the Serbian Embassy in Baghdad or a designated visa center.
5. **Attend appointment and submit documents** — Visit the embassy/center in person, submit documents, and provide biometrics.
6. **Pay the visa fee** — Pay the applicable fee (cash or card as accepted).
7. **Wait for processing** — Processing typically takes 7-15 working days; check the embassy's instructions.
8. **Collect passport with visa** — Return to the embassy/center to collect your passport or opt for courier delivery.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport with at least two blank pages** (Identity): Passport must be valid for at least 90 days beyond departure from Serbia
- **Completed visa application form** (Identity): Print and sign the form from the Serbian MFA website
- **Recent passport-sized photograph** (Identity): 35x45 mm, white background, not older than 6 months
- **Travel health insurance** (Supporting): Minimum coverage €30,000 for the entire Schengen area
- **Flight itinerary (round trip)** (Travel): Confirmed reservation showing entry and exit from Serbia
- **Hotel reservation or proof of accommodation** (Travel): Booking confirmation covering entire stay
- **Bank statements for last 3 months** (Financial): Original stamped statements showing sufficient funds
- **Proof of employment or leave letter** (Employment): Letter from employer stating position, salary, and approved leave
- **Proof of civil status (if applicable)** (Supporting, optional): Marriage certificate, birth certificate for minors
- **Visa fee payment receipt** (Financial): Pay at embassy or visa center upon submission
- **Copy of previous Schengen visas (if any)** (Supporting, optional): If applicable, provide copies
- **Self-addressed envelope for passport return** (Supporting, optional): If applying by mail (not typical for in-person)

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** €3000 (or equivalent) for a 30-day stay
- Bank statements
- Traveler's cheques
- Sponsorship letter

Funds must be sufficiently demonstrated to cover stay and return.

## Good to know

- Visa requirements may change; always check with the Serbian embassy before applying.
- Incomplete applications are likely to be rejected.
- Biometric enrollment is mandatory for in-person applications.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Insufficient funds or unclear source of income** — Provide clear bank statements and proof of employment.
- **Invalid or expired passport** — Ensure passport validity exceeds 3 months beyond intended stay.
- **Missing or incorrect documents** — Double-check the required document list before submission.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Iraq need a visa for Serbia?

Citizens of Iraq need a visa for Serbia and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Tourist visa · Single entry.

### How long can citizens of Iraq stay in Serbia?

Up to 30 days.

### How much does the Serbia visa cost for citizens of Iraq?

Government fee: €60 + €20 service fee.

### How long does Serbia visa processing take?

Typically 7–15 days.

### What documents do citizens of Iraq need for Serbia?

Valid passport with at least two blank pages; Completed visa application form; Recent passport-sized photograph; Travel health insurance; Flight itinerary (round trip); Hotel reservation or proof of accommodation; and 6 more.

### How long must my passport be valid for Serbia?

At least 3 months.

### Where do I apply?

On the official site: https://www.mfa.gov.rs/en/visas/visa-requirements

## Sources

- [mfa.gov.rs](https://www.mfa.gov.rs/en/visas/visa-requirements)

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