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Serbia is an emerging destination for international hiring in Southeast Europe. With a skilled, multilingual workforce, attractive tax incentives, and competitive labour costs, Serbia is increasingly appealing to businesses looking to expand or hire remotely. The country’s strong tech talent pool, stable infrastructure, and growing digital economy make it a valuable hub for global operations.
Serbia offers access to highly educated talent, particularly in sectors like IT, engineering, and customer support. The government actively encourages foreign investment through labour law reforms and tax incentives. Understanding Serbia’s employment structure, benefits, and compliance obligations is key to successfully hiring here.
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In Serbia, employment contracts must be concluded in writing and typically follow the Labour Law framework. Contracts can be indefinite or fixed-term, and must include job duties, salary, working hours, and other conditions.
Notice periods: Vary by length of service, usually between 15 and 30 days
Termination of employment: Can happen through resignation, mutual agreement, dismissal for cause, or redundancy
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Employers must provide statutory benefits, but many also offer extra perks to attract top talent.
Mandatory benefits: Health insurance, pension, unemployment insurance
Common perks: Private health packages, meal allowances, remote work options
Leave policies: Paid annual leave (20+ days), sick leave, maternity/paternity leave
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Serbia has a competitive flat personal income tax rate and reasonable corporate tax obligations. Employers are responsible for withholding taxes and making social security contributions.
Royalty income: 20%
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Serbian payroll must comply with monthly salary, benefits, and tax obligations. Payments are typically made in RSD, with reports submitted to the tax authorities.
Salary payment deadline: By the last working day of the following month
Taxes and contributions payment deadline: Same day as the salary payment
Payroll declarations deadline: Must be done before net salary payment, but can be done on the same day.
Payroll currency: RSD
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The Serbian Labour Law governs all employment matters. Employers must stay compliant with local laws covering contract types, working conditions, and benefits.
Total employment cost:
Minimum wage: RSD 53,529 per month
Probation period: Maximum up to six months
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Foreign nationals must hold valid work and residence permits to work and stay in Serbia. The exact requirements depend on the nationality of the applicant, job type, and length of stay.
Types of permits: Work permit and residence permit
Process length: 2-3 months
Process cost: Starts at 1500 EUR
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Using EOR services in Serbia allows you to legally employ individuals in the country without opening legal entities there. The EOR takes over all the legal responsibilities as an official employer, including:
Using PEO services in Serbia provides HR and administrative support, while you remain the legal employer. PEO services are ideal for employers who already have legal entities in Serbia but need support to manage their workforce operations, including:
Native Teams offers a country-adjusted payroll calculator for 85+ countries, including Serbia. Easily estimate gross-to-net salaries, taxes, and mandatory contributions in a few clicks.
Note: The information provided above is for general guidance only and should not be considered a substitute for legal advice. We strongly recommend consulting with qualified professionals who specialise in local labour laws before making any hiring decisions. While the data was accurate at the time of writing, labour regulations are subject to change, and it is your responsibility to stay informed about the latest developments.
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Freelancers and gig workers in Serbia are generally expected to register as self-employed and manage their own tax and social security contributions. As a hiring business, you're not liable for these payments, but it's crucial to ensure the nature of the engagement doesn't mirror a traditional employee role - otherwise, you risk misclassification issues.
To protect your business, it’s advisable to have a well-defined agreement in place that clearly outlines the scope of work, payment structure, timelines, and responsibilities. This helps set expectations and maintains legal clarity for both parties.
