Serbia attracts foreign buyers with property prices, growing cities like Novi Sad and Belgrade, and a straightforward purchase process. Straightforward does not mean risk-free. This is what we check for clients before they sign.
Can you buy?
Foreign individuals and companies can acquire property in Serbia, generally subject to reciprocity with their country of origin and to rules on specific types of land, such as agricultural land. We confirm what applies to you before you commit.
The title deed
The extract from the cadastre (list nepokretnosti) shows who owns the property, its size and use, and any mortgages, annotations of disputes or other encumbrances. We also review the registration history and compare the registered state with reality.
Building status
Many buildings in Serbia were built or extended without full permits. A building in legalisation proceedings can be harder to resell or mortgage. We check permits and legalisation status.
Contract and payment
Purchase contracts are certified by a public notary. We draft the contract so that the purchase price is protected, for example through staged payment or escrow, until your ownership is registered.
After the purchase
We handle registration in the cadastre and explain the tax obligations that follow, such as property transfer tax and annual property tax.