How to Set Up an LLC (d.o.o.) in Serbia: Steps and Rules

The limited liability company in Serbia, known as D.O.O. (društvo sa ograničenom odgovornošću), can be easily set up by foreigners interested in doing business in this country. Our team can handle the registration process with the authorities in charge and can also represent the company in front of the local authorities.

Quick Facts
Who can set up a DOO (LLC) in Serbia?	Local and international entrepreneurs interested in developing their operations in Serbia
Shareholders	At least 1 to form a DOO in Serbia, regardless of nationality
Legislation	Law on Companies in Serbia
Minimum share capital	RSD 100
Authority involved in company registration in Serbia	Serbian Trade Register
Documents required	– Articles and Memorandum of Association, – certificate of registration of the company in the country of origin (if that is the case), – IDs of shareholders, – other standard forms
Representative agent required (YES/NO)	YES
Corporate bank account	Required
Tax registration	With the help of our company formation agents in Serbia. VAT and corporate tax are the most important taxes in Serbia.
Notarization and certification requirement of DOO documents (YES/NO)	YES
Licenses and business permits	Required for varied business activities
Hiring local/foreign staff	Both options available
Accounting requirements	Must keep accounting records and prepare the annual financial statements, as the law requires.
Time frame for DOO registration	From 5 days to 3 weeks
Choosing our Serbian company formation agents	For: fast business formation at affordable prices, business advice, and more.

What help does your team offer in opening an LLC in Serbia?

Our experts in setting up companies can provide the following services:

company name and activity checks;
preparation of incorporation documents;
representation of foreign founders;
incorporation at APR;
establishing registered office;
registration of beneficial owner;
tax and VAT registration;
opening of bank accounts.

How can I register a limited liability company in Serbia in 2026?

The main steps include:

The first step for opening an LLC in Serbia in 2026 is choosing a proper name, checking it via the Internet on the Business Registers Agency;
appointing a director;
When choosing the main activity domain of the LLC, the entrepreneur must consult the laws on the classification of business activities and on the registry of categories;
The share capital (minimum RSD 100) may be paid before or after registration, within the deadline set in the founding act (max. five years). The Articles of Association containing the above information must be legalized;
A number of taxes must be paid before company registration and receiving the company identification number.

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What are the documents to be submitted for opening an LLC in Serbia?

Along with the registration form, the founder must submit the following:

ID proof and the signed Articles of Incorporation of the future company;
a proof from the bank certifying that the minimum share capital was deposited;
a decision of the representative agent with residency in the chosen city for business;
the authorized signature of the owners and the managers of the company.

What is the minimum share capital for a Serbian LLC?

The minimum registered share capital of a Serbian LLC is RSD 100, but the owners can make a greater contribution, if required. The contribution could be made either:

cash;
in kind;
before or after registration, depending on the terms set forth in the documents of incorporation.

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What are the post-registration conditions of an LLC in Serbia?

the founder must specify the way he/she wants to receive the Decision on Founding;
the decision is ready for collection in maximum five days if all the submitted data are correct;
a company seal is optional since October 2018, so this step can be skipped;
the tax identification number (PIB) is assigned automatically at registration through the APR one-stop system. The procedure will not take longer than approximately 3 days;
the day the application is filed, an inspector is sent to the company’s office to verify the Decision of Registration and the basis for using that location as headquarters;
after receiving the TIN (Taxpayer Identification Number), the LLC must open a permanent bank account, a process that usually takes one day;
the last step in incorporating a limited liability company in Serbia is recording the workers’ contracts at the Employment Fund.

Is it possible for one individual to establish an LLC in Serbia?

Yes. An LLC in Serbia can be set up by one or more members:

One-member LLC is set up based on the decision of incorporation;
LLC with several members is set up based on the agreement of association;
The members can either be Serbian or foreigners.

Does a Serbian LLC need to have a registered address for its business activities?

Yes. The company should have a registered seat in Serbia, which is included in the Business Entities Register. The registered address is utilized for official communication and must meet all the registration criteria.

Is it necessary for an LLC to register the beneficial owners?

Yes. It is mandatory for all Serbian companies to register their beneficial owners. All the beneficial owners’ data should be included in the Central Register of Beneficial Owners.

What are the advantages of incorporating an LLC in Serbia?

The limited liability company is a widely used legal entity for opening a company in Serbia. There are several advantages of incorporating an LLC in Serbia:

time efficiency – it only takes three weeks to incorporate it;
share capital – a minimum amount of EUR 1;
directors – there is a need for only one director of any nationality;
shareholders – a single shareholder of any nationality is enough to start an LLC in Serbia;
taxes – Serbia is an attractive business environment since it promotes one of the lowest corporate tax rates in Europe (15%);
legislation – the Serbian authorities have adopted new measures for simplifying and advancing the process of company registration in Serbia by unifying the Register for all business entities.

If you need more details about how you can open an LLC in Serbia, don’t hesitate to contact our specialists in company incorporation in Serbia.