Why Serbia?
The Balkans' Rising Business Destination
Serbia is an EU candidate country with a CEFTA free-trade agreement and preferential access to EU, US and Russian markets simultaneously. Its capital Belgrade is rapidly emerging as a regional tech and startup hub, attracting talent from across the Western Balkans.
The Serbian government actively courts foreign investment with generous incentives, streamlined company registration (as fast as 5 days) and a young, multilingual workforce at competitive wage levels.
- EU candidate — preferential trade access to EU single market
- CEFTA member — free trade with 6 Western Balkan countries
- Company registration in as little as 5 business days
- Booming IT sector — 50,000+ IT professionals
- Government investment incentives up to €10,000/job created
- Strategic location: gateway to Balkans, Middle East and CIS
Company Setup in Serbia
Choose Legal Structure
D.O.O. (LLC equivalent) is the standard vehicle. Minimum capital: RSD 100 (symbolic).
Register with Business Registers Agency
Online registration possible. Takes 3–5 business days. No notary required.
Tax & VAT Registration
VAT registration mandatory above RSD 8M turnover. Corporate tax is 15%.
Open Corporate Bank Account
Serbian and international banks available. Remote opening possible for EU companies.
Hire & Operate
Eastrategies® handles HR, payroll, accounting and full ongoing compliance.
Tax Overview — Serbia 2025
Key Sectors
Where Serbia Excels
IT & Software
Serbia is one of Europe's fastest-growing IT hubs, with Novi Sad and Belgrade hosting hundreds of tech companies and startups.
Automotive & Manufacturing
Fiat Chrysler (Stellantis) operates a major plant in Kragujevac. Tier-1 and Tier-2 suppliers are actively expanding.
Agriculture & Food
Serbia is a major EU food exporter — cereals, fruits, vegetables and processed foods benefit from strong EU trade agreements.
Energy & Infrastructure
Significant investment in renewable energy (solar, wind) and infrastructure under EU pre-accession funding.
Ready to Enter the Serbian Market?
Our team has been operating in Serbia since 2018. Book a free consultation with Marc Pascal Huot and get a tailored market entry plan.