View Alerts and Messages Archive. Learn about the U. You cannot apply for a residence permit from outside of Serbia. Terrorism: Terrorist groups and those inspired by such organizations are intent on attacking U.
Terrorists worldwide are increasingly using less sophisticated methods of attack β including knives, firearms, rudimentary Improvised Explosive Devices IEDs and vehicles β to more effectively target crowds. Frequently, they target unprotected or vulnerable venues, such as:.
For more information, see our Terrorism page. Sentiments: While Serbians can be welcoming to visitors, anti-U. Sporting Events: There is the potential for violence before, during, and after sporting events. There have been clashes between police and fans in the vicinity of sports venues, which are often located in residential areas.
The Embassy considers matches between certain teams, including Partizan, Rad, and Red Star, to be high risk events because of violence at previous games. While U. Government employees are generally advised to avoid the vicinity of high-profile sporting events. Night Clubs: As a safety precaution due to xenophobic violence, the following clubs have been declared off-limits for U.
Embassy personnel in Serbia:. Demonstrations occur frequently. They may take place in response to political or economic issues, on politically significant holidays, and during international events. Victims of Crime: If you or someone you know becomes the victim of a crime in Serbia, you should contact the local police. Report crimes first to the local police by dialing Remember local authorities are responsible for investigating and prosecuting crimes.
