Change of a foreigner’s address in Serbia 2026.

A change of a foreigner’s address in Serbia requires timely reporting to the competent authority, but the deadline and procedure depend on the foreigner’s status and the type of address being changed. In practice, registration of a place of stay, a change of residential address during temporary residence, and a change of permanent residence for a foreigner with permanent settlement are often treated as the same thing, although these are different legal situations.

For this reason, not every change of address is subject to the same deadline. A new registration of a place of stay is most often submitted within 24 hours, a foreigner on temporary residence reports a change of residential address within three days, while a foreigner with approved permanent settlement reports a change of permanent residence within eight days.

Correctly determining the type of address is also important because of documentation, the jurisdiction of the police administration, and the possible consequences of a delay. Particular attention should be paid when a foreigner moves to another city, when the procedure for extending residence is already under way, or when the new place of stay is registered electronically through the eGovernment portal.

Place of Stay, Residential Address and Permanent Residence of a Foreigner Are Not the Same

In everyday speech, “change of a foreigner’s address” can cover several different situations. However, the Law on Foreigners distinguishes between a foreigner’s place of stay, the residential address of a foreigner on temporary residence, and the permanent residence of a foreigner who has been granted permanent settlement.

The correct classification of the specific situation determines the deadline for reporting, the competent authority and the documentation to be prepared.

Place of Stay of a Foreigner

Place of stay is the location and address at which a foreigner stays for more than 24 hours. This term is most often relevant for tourist or short-term stays, hotel accommodation, visits to friends or relatives, and temporary residence at an address other than the foreigner’s primary residential address.

Registration of the place of stay, depending on the type of accommodation, can be submitted by a hotel or other accommodation provider, the landlord, a natural or legal person the foreigner is visiting, or the foreigner personally. When a foreigner does not use accommodation provided by a person who has the obligation to register, they are required to register their own place of stay within the statutory deadline.

Residential Address of a Foreigner on Temporary Residence

The residential address is the address at which a foreigner intends to live during their approved temporary residence in Serbia. It is linked to their regulated residence status and to the information the competent authority uses when deciding on extension, a change of the residence basis, or other status-related matters.

When a foreigner actually moves from the registered address to another address at which they intend to continue living, they are required to report the change of residential address. This obligation also applies to a foreigner who has been issued a single permit for temporary residence and work.

Permanent Residence of a Foreigner with Permanent Settlement

Permanent residence applies to a foreigner who has been granted permanent settlement in Serbia. It is the place in which the foreigner has permanently settled, with the intention of living there and where the centre of their life activities is located.

A change of permanent residence differs from a change of residential address for a person on temporary residence. A special deadline applies to it, and the report is submitted to the authority responsible for the new address.

What Is the Deadline for Reporting a Change of a Foreigner’s Address

There is no single deadline that applies to every change of address. First, it must be established whether a new place of stay is being registered, a residential address is being changed during temporary residence, or a new permanent residence is being reported following approved permanent settlement.

Overview of Deadlines

Registration of a new place of stay — deadline: 24 hours
Change of residential address for a foreigner on temporary residence — deadline: 3 days
Change of permanent residence for a foreigner with permanent settlement — deadline: 8 days

The 24-Hour Deadline for Registering a Place of Stay

A person providing paid accommodation to a foreigner, or with whom the foreigner is visiting, is required to register their place of stay within 24 hours. The same deadline applies to a foreigner who, in accordance with the law, is themselves required to submit the registration.

With hotel or other registered accommodation, registration is usually carried out by the accommodation provider. During a private visit, the obligation most often lies with the host or landlord, while in certain situations the foreigner may submit the registration personally.

The Three-Day Deadline for Changing the Residential Address

A foreigner with approved temporary residence is required to notify the competent authority of a change of residential address within three days of the change. This deadline should be distinguished from the 24-hour deadline that applies to registering a place of stay.

The deadline starts to run from the actual change of address, that is, from the moment the foreigner moves and begins living at the new address. The date on which the lease agreement was signed does not always coincide with the date of relocation.

The Eight-Day Deadline for Changing Permanent Residence

A foreigner with approved permanent settlement must report a change of permanent residence within eight days. The report is submitted to the authority competent for the new address.

This deadline does not apply to every foreigner who has resided in Serbia for a long time. What matters is whether they have been formally granted permanent settlement.

When a Foreigner Must Report a Change of Residential Address

A change of residential address exists when a foreigner leaves the address recorded as their primary address during temporary residence and moves to another place where they intend to continue living.

The most common situations requiring notification of a change include:

moving to another apartment
termination or expiry of a lease agreement
purchasing one’s own real estate
moving in with a spouse or partner
a change of accommodation provided by the employer
relocating to another city or municipality
a change of student dormitory
moving from a hotel to a private apartment
a change of official accommodation
a change of address for family members

A formal contract is not the only determining factor for whether a change has occurred. What matters is where the foreigner actually lives and which address they use as their primary residential address.

When Staying at Another Address Does Not Constitute a Change of Residential Address

A short absence from the registered address does not always mean the foreigner has changed their residential address. If, for personal, business or other reasons, they temporarily stay at another registered address, and that stay does not last longer than 15 days, the primary residential address may remain unchanged.

This can apply to a short business trip, a visit to family, a shorter holiday, attendance at a seminar, temporary medical treatment or staying with friends. Nevertheless, the fact that the foreigner has not changed their residential address does not automatically mean there is no need to register their place of stay at the other address.

For example, a foreigner has approved temporary residence and a residential address in Belgrade, but stays for ten days in a hotel in Novi Sad for work. In that situation, the hotel registers their place of stay, while their primary residential address may remain in Belgrade.

If the same foreigner moves out of the apartment in Belgrade and relocates to Novi Sad with the intention of living there, this is no longer merely a short-term stay. In that case, the change of residential address should be reported within three days.

Who Reports a Foreigner’s New Address

The answer depends on which type of address is being reported. For an ordinary registration of place of stay, the obligation may lie with the accommodation provider, the host, the landlord or the foreigner themselves, while for a change of residential address, the obligation to notify the competent authority primarily lies with the foreigner on temporary residence.

The property owner, lessor, a household member of the owner, the employer providing accommodation, a hotel, an authorised person or an attorney may also take part in the procedure. Their involvement does not remove the need to determine which piece of information is being changed and whether the relevant Ministry of Interior record has actually been updated.

A common mistake occurs when a landlord properly registers the foreigner’s place of stay, and the foreigner assumes this automatically changes their residential address linked to temporary residence. This is not necessarily the case, since registering a place of stay and changing a residential address are different legal acts.

Where a Change of a Foreigner’s Address Is Reported

The report is submitted to the territorially competent police administration or police station according to the new address. For matters relating to temporary residence, a single permit and residential address, the organisational unit of the Ministry of Interior dealing with foreigners’ affairs is competent.

Before going in person, it is worth checking whether the specific police administration requires a prior appointment and which documents it accepts as proof of the new address. It is also useful to check whether the confirmation is issued immediately, whether an administrative fee needs to be paid, and whether the change affects the existing residence card.

If a foreigner moves to another city or an area covered by a different police administration, the authority competent for subsequent procedures may change. This is particularly important when a procedure for extending residence or a single permit has already been initiated before the authority for the old address.

Documentation for Changing a Foreigner’s Address

The exact list of documents can depend on the foreigner’s status, the type of registration, the new address and the practice of the competent police administration. For this reason, the requirements of the specific authority should be checked before submitting the report.

Most often prepared are:

a valid passport
the temporary residence permit or single permit
the ID card for foreigners, if issued
the appropriate registration or address-change form
proof of the new address
a lease agreement
the property owner’s consent
proof of ownership of the real estate
the owner’s ID card
a power of attorney, if another person is conducting the procedure
proof of payment of the fee, if required
a previous confirmation of the registered address
documentation from the employer, if they provide accommodation

If a foreigner registers an address in their own real estate, they may need to attach the property certificate, the sale contract, the cadastral decision or other proof of ownership. The information about the property should match the actual address, including city, municipality, street, number, floor and apartment number.

The Owner’s Consent for Registering a Foreigner

The owner’s consent is one of the most important documents when a foreigner registers an address in someone else’s real estate. The address information from the lease agreement alone may not be sufficient if it is not clear that the person providing accommodation actually has the right to dispose of the property.

The consent should contain:

the first and last name of the owner or authorised person
their ID card number or other identification information
the basis of ownership or use of the property
the city and municipality
the street and house number
the floor and apartment number
the foreigner’s first and last name
the foreigner’s citizenship
the foreigner’s passport number or foreign ID number
a clear statement of consent to the registration
the date and signature

Whether the consent must be certified depends on the type of procedure and the documentation submitted. It should not be assumed that an uncertified statement is always sufficient, nor that certification is required in every case.

A particular check should be made when the real estate has several co-owners, when consent is given by a household member who is not the owner, or when the owner acts through an authorised representative. In such situations, the competent authority may request additional proof of the right to dispose of the property.

Does the Landlord Have to Come in Person to the Ministry of Interior

The landlord’s personal presence may be required, but it is not the only way to prove their consent. Depending on the procedure and the requirements of the competent authority, registration can be carried out with a written consent, a certified statement, a power of attorney or the involvement of an authorised person.

For registration of a place of stay, the natural person the foreigner is visiting may, in certain situations, authorise another person or the foreigner themselves to carry out the registration. Nevertheless, it should not be assumed in advance that the owner will never need to appear in person.

Prior verification with the competent police administration is particularly important when there are several co-owners, when ownership is not properly recorded, when the contract is not certified, or when the property information does not match the register.

Electronic Registration of a Foreigner’s Place of Stay Through eGovernment

The eGovernment portal allows natural persons whom a foreigner is visiting to register their place of stay electronically. The registration can be carried out at the applicant’s permanent residence or at another property the applicant owns.

Appropriate electronic identification is required to use the service. When the foreigner is registered at another property belonging to the applicant, that property must be recognised in the relevant official records.

After successful registration, the applicant receives an automatically generated electronic confirmation to their email address. This confirmation serves as proof that the foreigner’s place of stay has been electronically registered.

It is important not to equate the electronic registration of a place of stay with a formal change of residential address for a foreigner on temporary residence. The eGovernment service relates to registration of place of stay, so it cannot automatically be concluded that using it updates all records connected with temporary residence or a single permit.

What Is the “White Card” for Foreigners

The “white card” is a common name for the confirmation of registration of a foreigner’s place of stay. It proves that the foreigner has been registered at a particular address during their stay in Serbia.

Today the confirmation does not always exist only as a physical document. When registration is carried out through the eGovernment portal, the applicant receives an electronic confirmation of the registered place of stay.

The white card should not be equated with the residential address linked to approved temporary residence. A new registration of place of stay, or an electronic confirmation, does not necessarily mean that the residential address has also been changed in all Ministry of Interior records.

Change of Address and Temporary Residence

The residential address represents information linked to a foreigner’s regulated temporary residence. When a foreigner changes their primary address, the new address should be reported within the prescribed deadline and aligned with the data used in procedures before the Ministry of Interior.

A mere change of address most often does not mean the basis of temporary residence or the period for which residence was approved changes. Nevertheless, it may be necessary for the change to be recorded in the official records, or, depending on the type of document, for additional action to be taken regarding the residence card.

It should not automatically be assumed that a new card is issued with every change of address. This depends on the type of document, the way the address is recorded, and the actions taken by the competent authority.

Change of Address and the Single Permit

A single permit simultaneously covers approved temporary residence and the foreigner’s right to work. For this reason, a foreigner with a single permit must also report a change of residential address within the prescribed deadline.

A change of address does not by itself mean an automatic change of employer, job position, residence basis or the period of validity of the single permit. However, the new address should be properly recorded for the purposes of future extension, a change of the residence basis, or other procedures.

If accommodation is provided by the employer, a change of company-provided apartment, worker housing or other real estate may require new consent from the owner and proof of the legal basis for using the premises.

A Foreigner Relocating to Another City or Municipality

Relocating to another city can change which police administration is competent for future procedures. A foreigner who, for example, moves from Belgrade to Novi Sad should not only report the new address, but also check which authority will handle their next applications.

Before reporting, it is useful to check:

which police administration the report is submitted to
whether the case file needs to be transferred
where the next application for extension will be submitted
whether a previously scheduled appointment is still valid
which authority will continue an already initiated procedure
whether information provided by the employer needs to be updated

A change of territorial jurisdiction is particularly important when the foreigner has already submitted an application for extension of residence or the single permit according to the old address.

Change of Address During Extension of Residence

If a foreigner relocates while an application for extension of temporary residence or the single permit is still pending, they should not wait for the decision before reporting the new address. The change is reported within the statutory deadline, and the authority handling the case should be informed of the new information.

A foreigner should keep:

proof of registration of the new address
the case number
confirmation of the submitted application
the new lease agreement
the owner’s consent
proof of ownership of the new property
correspondence with the competent authority

If the relocation changes the competent police administration, it should be checked whether the original authority continues the procedure or whether the case is forwarded to the newly competent authority. Waiting for the procedure to conclude without reporting the new address can lead to inconsistent data and difficulties in communication.

Change of Address for Family Members

When an entire family of foreign nationals relocates, it should not be assumed that one report automatically covers all family members. Each foreigner has their own passport, residence basis, residence document and records.

For each family member, the following should be checked:

their current residence status
their passport or other identification document
their registered address
the owner’s consent
documentation for a minor child
their connection with the holder of the right to family reunification

For a minor child, the child’s passport, proof of parentage and documentation of the legal representative may be required. If only one family member relocates, it should be checked whether the change affects the residence basis of the other members, or the evidence used in the family-reunification procedure.

Change of Address for a Foreigner Who Owns Real Estate

A foreigner who owns an apartment or house can register an address on the basis of their ownership right. In that case, they should prepare a document proving ownership and check that the property information matches the address being registered.

The property certificate, the sale contract, the cadastral decision or another appropriate document can serve as proof. If the property is not properly registered or the address is not correctly recorded, the competent authority may request additional documentation.

Ownership of one property does not oblige a foreigner to register their residential address specifically there. They can live at another address if they have an appropriate legal basis for using that property.

A Foreigner’s Stay in a Hotel or Other Accommodation Facility

A hotel, apartment complex or other registered accommodation provider registers a foreigner’s place of stay within 24 hours. When a foreigner stays only temporarily in a hotel, that stay does not necessarily represent a change of their primary residential address.

A different situation exists if the foreigner permanently moves out of their previous apartment and continues living in a hotel or aparthotel. In that case, it should be checked whether that particular accommodation can be accepted as a residential address, and which proof the accommodation provider needs to issue.

When moving from a hotel to a private apartment, a distinction should also be made between registering a new place of stay and changing the residential address linked to temporary residence. A new white card does not automatically mean that the foreigner’s primary address has been changed in all records.

What If the Owner Withdraws Consent for Registering a Foreigner

Withdrawal of the owner’s consent does not always automatically change all information in the records. However, if the lease agreement has ended, the foreigner has moved out and no longer has a legal basis to use the apartment, they are required to report the new address in good time.

Special situations may arise when:

the lease agreement expires
the owner terminates the agreement
the property is sold
the new owner does not agree to continue the lease
the foreigner refuses to change the registered address
the police check the actual place of residence
official mail continues to arrive at the old address

Termination of the lease agreement, a change of registered address, and cessation of temporary residence are not the same legal matters. Losing the right to use one apartment does not automatically mean the foreigner’s residence has ceased, but it may require an urgent registration of the new address and submission of new proof of accommodation.

Fine for a Foreigner’s Unreported Change of Address

Failure to report a change of address within the statutory deadline may constitute a misdemeanour. For an unreported change of residential address or permanent residence, the law prescribes a fine ranging from RSD 20,000 to RSD 150,000.

When a foreigner was themselves required to register their place of stay within 24 hours and failed to do so, they may be fined an amount ranging from RSD 5,000 to RSD 150,000. Special fines may also apply to natural persons, sole proprietors and legal entities that provide accommodation or receive a foreigner as a guest but fail to carry out the registration.

In addition to the fine, an unreported change can cause practical problems during:

extension of temporary residence
extension of the single permit
submission of an application for permanent settlement
delivery of decisions and other documents
proving continuity of life in Serbia
vehicle registration
communication with a bank or insurance company

If decisions and notices are delivered to the old address, a foreigner may miss an important deadline even though they never actually received the item. For this reason, proof of the timely registration of a new address should be carefully kept.

Which Information Should Be Updated After a Change of Address

A change of address in the Ministry of Interior records does not automatically update information in other registers. After relocating, a foreigner should check whether the employer, the bank, the insurance company, the health-insurance fund and other institutions need to be notified.

Depending on their situation, the change may also be relevant for:

the Tax Administration
the local tax administration
the Business Registers Agency
the school or kindergarten
the mobile operator
vehicle registration
utility companies
private health insurance
business registers in which the foreigner is recorded

It is particularly important to align the information if the foreigner is a sole proprietor, a director, or a legal representative of a business company. Different institutions may each require a separate notification and their own documentation.

Which Documentation Should Be Kept

After registering the new address, a foreigner should keep proof of the date and manner in which the change was carried out. This documentation may be significant for extending residence, applying for permanent settlement, tax audits, or proving continuity of life in Serbia.

It is advisable to keep:

confirmation of registration of the new address
the electronic confirmation from the eGovernment portal
the lease agreement
the owner’s consent
a copy of the ownership documentation
proof of payment of the fee
confirmation of the submitted application
correspondence with the Ministry of Interior
documentation of the previous address

Electronic confirmations should be kept in their original form, and it is useful to make an additional copy. If documentation was submitted directly at a counter, a receipt should also be requested and kept whenever it is issued.

Step-by-Step: Changing a Foreigner’s Address

The procedure may vary depending on the foreigner’s status, but the basic sequence most often includes the following steps:

Determine whether the foreigner has a short-term stay, temporary residence, a single permit, or permanent settlement.
Determine whether a place of stay is being registered, a residential address is being changed, or a new permanent residence is being reported.
Check whether the applicable deadline is 24 hours, three days or eight days.
Establish the exact new address and check the property information.
Prepare the lease agreement or other proof of the right to use the property.
Obtain the owner’s consent when required.
Prepare the passport, the residence document and the appropriate form.
Check which police administration or station is competent for the new address.
Submit the report within the prescribed deadline.
Collect and keep proof of the completed change.
Check whether the residence card or another document needs to be changed.
Notify the authority handling any extension procedure, if an application has already been filed.
Update information with the employer, bank and other relevant institutions.
Keep evidence of the date of the report and the documentation submitted.

Common Mistakes When Changing a Foreigner’s Address

Confusing the 24-Hour Deadline with the Three-Day Deadline

Registering a place of stay and changing a residential address are not the same procedure. The 24-hour deadline should not automatically be applied to every permanent relocation of a foreigner with approved temporary residence.

Changing the White Card Without Updating the Residential Address

A foreigner registers a new place of stay and receives a new confirmation but does not check whether the residential address linked to their temporary residence has also been changed. This mistake often becomes apparent only when the permit is extended.

Assuming the Landlord Completes the Entire Procedure

A landlord may register the place of stay, give consent or provide proof of ownership. This does not necessarily mean the foreigner’s separate obligation to report a change of residential address has also been fulfilled.

Waiting for the Contract and Missing the Deadline

A foreigner actually relocates but waits for the contract to be supplemented, signed or certified. Since the deadline can start running from the actual change of address, delaying the preparation of documentation can result in missing the deadline.

Incomplete Owner’s Consent

The consent does not contain the exact address, apartment number, the foreigner’s passport number, or a clear basis on which the person giving consent disposes of the property. Because of this, the competent authority may request supplementation.

Relocating to Another City Without Checking Jurisdiction

A foreigner continues to communicate only with the police administration for their old address, without checking whether the case is transferred and where the next application should be submitted.

Presenting a Permanent Relocation as a Short Visit

A foreigner actually lives at the new address but relies only on occasional registrations of place of stay. If they have left the previous address and permanently relocated, such registration may not fulfil their obligation to change their residential address.

Failing to Align Information with the Extension Application

The old address remains stated in the extension application, even though the foreigner has already moved. Inconsistent information can lead to additional checks and a need for supplementary documentation.

Not Keeping Proof of Registration

A foreigner is later unable to easily prove that they submitted the report on time. Confirmations, electronic messages and copies of submitted documentation should therefore be kept.

How Derya Group Consulting Can Help

Derya Group Consulting supports foreign nationals, landlords, employers and family members during the registration and change of a foreigner’s address in Serbia. Support can begin before relocation, while there is still an opportunity to check the foreigner’s status, the reporting deadline, the competent police administration and the documentation that will be needed.

It is particularly important to correctly determine whether the specific case involves registering a new place of stay, changing the residential address of a foreigner on temporary residence, or reporting a new permanent residence for a foreigner with permanent settlement. Incorrectly applying the 24-hour, three-day or eight-day deadline can lead to delays, inconsistent records and additional problems during extension of residence.

Services include:

checking the foreigner’s status
determining the type of address being reported
changing a foreigner’s address in Serbia
changing the residential address of a foreigner
changing a foreigner’s place of stay
changing a foreigner’s permanent residence
checking the 24-hour deadline
checking the three-day deadline
checking the eight-day deadline
checking the rule on staying at another address for up to 15 days
checking the jurisdiction of the police administration
checking the documentation required for a change of address
reviewing the lease agreement
checking the owner’s consent
checking ownership documentation
preparing the landlord’s statement
preparing a power of attorney
checking property information
support in reporting the address at the Ministry of Interior
support in registering a place of stay through eGovernment
checking the white card for foreigners
changing address during temporary residence
changing address together with the single permit
changing the permanent residence of a foreigner with permanent settlement
support when relocating to another city or municipality
checking a change in the competent police administration
changing address during an extension procedure
notifying the authority handling the case
preparing supplementary documentation in the extension procedure
aligning the address of a spouse and other family members
registering the address of a minor child
support for a foreigner registering an address in their own real estate
checking the consequences of an unreported change of address
updating information with the employer and other institutions

Timely verification can reduce the risk of missing a statutory deadline, of submitting incomplete documentation, or of the procedure being conducted before a police administration that lacks jurisdiction. It can also help keep address information consistent throughout the validity of temporary residence, a single permit, or an extension procedure.

Frequently Asked Questions

Within what deadline must a foreigner report a new address?

The deadline depends on the type of address and the foreigner’s status. A place of stay is most often reported within 24 hours, a change of residential address for a person on temporary residence within three days, and a change of permanent residence for a foreigner with permanent settlement within eight days.

Is a change of place of stay the same as a change of residential address?

No, registration of place of stay relates to the location where the foreigner is staying, while the residential address is their primary registered address during temporary residence. A short-term stay at another address does not necessarily mean the residential address has also changed.

Must a foreigner change their address if they spend ten days in a hotel?

Not necessarily. If the foreigner only temporarily stays in a hotel while their primary residential address remains unchanged, the hotel registers their place of stay, but the residential address does not have to be changed.

Who reports the address, the foreigner or the landlord?

For registration of place of stay, the obligation may lie with the landlord, host, hotel or the foreigner themselves. For a change of residential address, the foreigner on temporary residence has the obligation to notify the competent authority, while the owner usually takes part by giving consent and providing property documentation.

Does the landlord have to come in person to the Ministry of Interior?

Not in every situation, but the answer depends on the type of registration and the documentation accepted. In some cases, a written or certified consent, a power of attorney or another form of proof may be sufficient, while in more complex situations the competent authority may require the owner’s personal presence.

Is a certified consent from the owner required?

There is no single answer valid for every procedure. The need for certification depends on the type of registration, the foreigner’s status, the legal basis for using the apartment, and the requirements of the competent police administration.

Can a change of address be reported through eGovernment?

Electronic registration of a foreigner’s place of stay is available through the eGovernment portal for natural persons whom the foreigner is visiting. This service should not automatically be equated with a change of residential address linked to temporary residence or the single permit.

Does a new white card automatically change the residential address?

No, a new white card confirms the registered place of stay but does not automatically change the residential address in the temporary-residence records. The foreigner should check whether the organisational unit of the Ministry of Interior dealing with foreigners’ affairs needs to be separately informed.

Must a foreigner with a single permit report a new address?

Yes, since the single permit covers both temporary residence and the right to work, a change of the primary residential address must be reported in good time. A mere change of address does not automatically change the employer or the right to work.

Is a new residence card issued because of a change of address?

A new card is not automatically issued with every change. This depends on the type of document, the information recorded on it, and the actions taken by the competent authority.

What if the foreigner relocates to another city?

The new address should be reported to the authority competent for the place of relocation, and it should be checked whether the police administration responsible for subsequent procedures has changed. If an application is already pending, the authority handling the case should also be notified.

What if an application for extension of residence has already been submitted?

The foreigner should not wait for the procedure to be completed. The new address should be reported within the statutory deadline, and the corresponding notice and documentation should be submitted to the authority deciding on the extension.

Can a foreigner register an address in an apartment they purchased themselves?

Yes, provided they can prove their ownership right and the property information matches the registered address. It may be necessary to attach a property certificate, a sale contract, a cadastral decision or another appropriate proof.

Does a change of address for one family member apply to all family members?

No, each foreign national has their own status, document and registered address. When a family relocates, the information for each member should be checked and reported individually.

What is the fine if a foreigner fails to report a new address?

For an unreported change of residential address or permanent residence, a fine of RSD 20,000 to RSD 150,000 may be prescribed. For an unreported place of stay, when the foreigner themselves had the obligation to register, a fine of RSD 5,000 to RSD 150,000 may be imposed.