Greece Visa RequirementsFor Serbia passport holders
Serbian passport holders can enter Greece without a visa for stays up to 90 days in any 180-day Schengen period. Greece is the top summer destination for Serbian tourists.
Great news! Serbia passport holders can enter Greece without a visa for tourism or business purposes. You can stay up to 90 days.
No visa is required for Schengen stays up to 90 days. Your Serbian biometric passport must be valid for the duration of your stay. The 90-day Schengen limit is shared across all member states. Serbia is a land neighbor of Greece (via North Macedonia), making the overland route particularly popular by car and bus.
Greece is part of the Schengen Area. Your stay counts toward the 90-day limit within any 180-day period for the entire Schengen zone. Learn more about Schengen rules →
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
3 months beyond departure from Schengen
Blank Pages
2 blank pages required
Multiple Entry
Single entry only
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Required Documents
Valid Serbian Biometric Passport
Must be valid for the full duration of stay in Greece.
Return or Onward Travel Ticket
Confirmed return flight, bus, or ferry ticket departing Schengen Area.
Proof of Accommodation Recommended
Hotel booking, rental confirmation, or host invitation.
Proof of Sufficient Funds Recommended
Bank statement, credit card, or cash. Greece recommends 50 EUR/day minimum.
Vehicle Documents (if driving) Recommended
Driving license, vehicle registration, and Green Card insurance certificate for overland entry by car.
Current Travel Situation
Serbia to Greece: What You Need to Know
Greece is a Schengen member and the single most popular foreign holiday destination for Serbian citizens. The Greek islands, Thessaloniki, and the northern Greek mainland are all easily accessible from Serbia. Thousands of Serbian tourists travel to Halkidiki, Corfu, Mykonos, and Crete each summer. Greece and Serbia also share Orthodox Christian cultural ties.
How to Get There
For longer stays, work, or property ownership, Serbians must apply for a Greek national long-stay visa. Greece uses the euro (EUR). Property purchase by Serbians in Greece is permitted.
Money & Banking
Greece uses the euro (EUR). ATMs are plentiful in tourist areas and cities. Cards are widely accepted, though cash is still common in smaller tavernas and markets. The tax authority has encouraged card payments in tourist areas in recent years.
Practical Tips
The drive from Belgrade to Thessaloniki is around 4-5 hours via the E75 motorway and North Macedonia. Many Serbians travel to Greece by car or charter bus. Direct flights from Belgrade (BEG) to Athens (ATH), Thessaloniki (SKG), and several Greek islands are available in summer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Serbian citizens need a visa to visit Greece?
No. Serbian citizens can visit Greece visa-free for stays up to 90 days in any 180-day Schengen period. Greece is the single most popular foreign destination for Serbian tourists, particularly in summer.
Can I drive from Belgrade to Greece?
Yes. The route from Belgrade to Thessaloniki via North Macedonia (E75 motorway) is approximately 450 km and takes about 4-5 hours. To Athens by car is approximately 900 km (8-9 hours). This is one of the most popular driving routes for Serbian tourists to the Greek mainland.
Do I need a vignette or special sticker to drive through North Macedonia to Greece?
North Macedonia requires a vignette (road tax sticker) for foreign-registered vehicles using its motorways. Purchase it at the border crossing or online. The fee is modest. There is no separate sticker required for Serbia or Greece specifically.
What are the most popular Greek islands for Serbian tourists?
Halkidiki (technically a peninsula, easily drivable from Belgrade) is the most popular for Serbian families. Corfu, Mykonos, Santorini, Crete (Heraklion, Chania), Rhodes, Kos, and Zakynthos are all popular. Direct charter flights from Belgrade to Corfu, Rhodes, and Crete operate seasonally.
What currency does Greece use?
Greece uses the euro (EUR). ATMs are available in tourist areas. Cards are widely accepted in hotels, restaurants, and larger shops. Some smaller tavernas and local businesses prefer cash, so carry a reasonable amount of euros.
Does Greece apply the full 90/180-day Schengen rule to Serbian citizens?
Yes. Serbia and Greece have a bilateral visa waiver as part of Serbia's wider Schengen waiver network, and the standard Schengen 90/180-day rule applies. Days in Greece count together with days in all other Schengen countries in the same 180-day period.
Are there direct flights from Belgrade to Greek islands?
Yes, seasonally. Direct charter and scheduled flights from Belgrade (BEG) operate to Corfu (CFU), Rhodes (RHO), Heraklion/Crete (HER), Thessaloniki (SKG), and Athens (ATH) during summer. Air Serbia, Sky Express, and charter operators run these routes from May to October.
What is the tipping culture in Greece?
Tipping is appreciated but not obligatory in Greece. In restaurants, rounding up the bill or leaving 5-10% is customary. In tourist-heavy areas, waitstaff expect tips. In cafes, leaving a small tip (50 cents to 1 EUR) is polite. Taxi drivers appreciate rounding up the fare.