Best Cities in Serbia to Live In 2026
1 city ranked by Livability Score — affordability, safety, internet, democracy & climate.
Country at a Glance
Freedom House score
Press freedom rank
Grid reliability
Path to PR
Corporate tax
❓ Living in Serbia — Common Questions
What is the best city to live in Serbia?▾
Based on our Livability Score, Belgrade ranks #1 in Serbia with a score of 69/100, and city-centre rent from around $904/month.
What is the safest city in Serbia?▾
By UNODC homicide rate data, Belgrade is the safest city in Serbia in our database, with a rate of 1 per 100,000 people.
How do I get long-term residency or a visa to live in Serbia?▾
Serbia offers the Serbia Visa-Free Stay (easy process). Duration: 90 days (extendable). Key requirement: Most Western passports get 90 days visa-free within 180 days. For longer stays, apply for temporary residence at the local police station.. The process is relatively easy. Check individual city pages for full details.