Government of Canada services and information in Belgrade, Serbia
Services and information provided to Canadians by the Embassy of Canada to Serbia, North Macedonia and Montenegro, in Belgrade.
On this page
- Adoption and surrogacy
- Birth abroad
- Citizenship services
- Criminal record checks
- Death abroad
- Marriage abroad
- Notarial services
- Passport services
- Pensions and retirement
- Same-sex marriage abroad
- Studying abroad
- Visa and immigration services
- Voting abroad
Adoption and surrogacy
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The Embassy of Canada cannot provide guidance regarding adoption procedures in Serbia. Adoptions are under the responsibility of local Ministry of Labor, Employment, Veterans' Affairs and Social Affairs.
Surrogacy is not legally permitted in Serbia.
Birth abroad
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If your child is born outside of Canada, you do not need to register the birth in Canada.
If your child is born in Serbia and you have submitted the required documentation, the local registrar's office will issue a Serbian birth certificate. It is recommended to ask for the international version.
Citizenship services
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Complete and sign your before applying at the Consular Section at the embassy.
Should you wish to obtain more information or clarification you may contact our office by email at BGRADConsular@international.gc.ca.
Payment method
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Details | Fee (CAD) | Fee (EUR) |
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Application for a Citizenship Certificate for adults and minors (Proof of Citizenship) | 75.00 | 60.00 |
Application to Renounce Canadian Citizenship | 100.00 | 75.00 |
Replacement / Update of proof of Canadian citizenship | 75.00 | 60.00 |
Application for a Search of Citizenship Records | 75.00 | 60.00 |
Criminal record checks
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Death abroad
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Marriage abroad
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It is possible for Canadians to get married in Serbia. Local registrar's offices can provide interested couples with a list of required documents. The local municipal authorities will ask you to present documentation attesting to your civil status and your identity to insure that the marriage meets legal requirements. The consular service of the Embassy of Canada or the Authentication Service Section (JLAC) of ¶¶ÒùÊÓƵ can help you to get the requested documentation and issue a Statement in lieu of certificate of non-impediment to marriage abroad.
Notarial services
Consular officials do not provide any legal advice or represent a person in court. The office provides notarial services by mail or appointment by email, BGRADConsular@international.gc.ca, to Canadian citizens and, in limited cases, to non-Canadian citizens if the documents are intended for use in Canada.
Note: Documents must be in English or French, or accompanied by an official translation in English or French.
Some services are only available through the provincial vital statistics offices in Canada or through the Authentication section of ¶¶ÒùÊÓƵ.
Apostille (previously authentication or legalization services):
The Apostille Convention came into effect in Canada on January 11, 2024. As of this date, the authentication procedure is replaced by the Apostille, facilitating the recognition of Canadian documents abroad. See Changes to authentication services in Canada for information regarding obtaining an Apostille on a Canadian document.
If you have questions about notarial services, email bgradconsular@international.gc.ca.
Payment method
Acceptable credit cards: Visa and Mastercard. Use the .
Details | Fee (CAD) | Fee (EUR) |
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Administering an oath or receiving a statutory declaration or affirmation. The fee shown is per document. | 50.00 | 40.00 |
Attesting any document bearing a signature (affidavit, declaration, affirmation, etc.). The fee shown is per document. | 50.00 | 40.00 |
Authenticating (witnessing) a signature. The fee shown is per document. | 50.00 | 40.00 |
Authenticating signatures of Canadian authorities or notaries. | 50.00 | 40.00 |
Certifying a true copy of a document. The fee shown is per copy. | 20.00 | 15.00 |
Issuing a Statement in lieu of Certificate of Non-impediment to Marriage Abroad. The fee shown is a minimum, per document. | 30.00 | 25.00 |
Transfer of private or public funds from Canada or elsewhere to the mission. The fee shown is per transfer. | 75.00 | 60.00 |
Providing a Passport Canada CTC. The fee shown is per set of three copies. | 45.00 | 35.00 |
Passport services
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Should you wish to obtain more information or clarification you may contact our office by email at BGRADConsular@international.gc.ca.
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Details | Fee (CAD) | Fee (EUR) |
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10-year adult passport (age 16 or over) | 260.00 | 200.00 |
5-year adult passport (age 16 or over) | 190.00 | 145.00 |
5-year Child passport (0-15 years of age) | 100.00 | 75.00 |
Additional fee for replacing a valid lost or stolen passport | 45.00 | 35.00 |
Emergency Travel Document | 75.00 | 60.00 |
Emergency Travel Documnent for a child | 30.00 | 25.00 |
Temporary Passport | 110.00 | 85.00 |
Interim Passport | 135.00 | 105.00 |
Retention of a valid passport | 45.00 | 35.00 |
Pensions and retirement
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Same-sex marriage abroad
Same-sex couples cannot get married in Serbia.
Studying abroad
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Visa and immigration services
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- Find a to book an appointment to give your biometrics (fingerprints and photo).
- Submit an enquiry using the to contact a visa office.
Permanent residents of Canada: Find out how to apply .
Voting abroad
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Voter registration kits and applications for ballots can be obtained via the Embassy.
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