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Import EVs to
Serbia

Serbia is commonly served through Bar, Thessaloniki or Koper with onward road or rail transport. Plan for a 12.5% general customs duty, 20% VAT, inland transit, homologation and registration costs. Prefer a unit with recognized UN/EU conformity evidence and confirm the tariff treatment before purchase.

MARKET OVERVIEW

What importers need to plan

01

Import and tax treatment

For a China-origin passenger vehicle without preferential origin, use Serbia's general 12.5% customs-duty rate and 20% VAT for initial planning. The exact tariff code, customs value and any free-trade preference must be confirmed with Serbian Customs.

02

EV incentives

Serbian EV purchase-support schemes, annual budgets and eligible applicants can change. Confirm the current government call, price ceiling, vehicle category and registration conditions before including any subsidy in the commercial calculation.

03

Used-vehicle policy

Serbian Customs treats a vehicle as used when it has been registered and at least six months have passed since first registration. Used imports require proof of origin and value, foreign registration documents, customs clearance and conformity/homologation checks; applicable technical and emissions requirements must be verified for the exact unit.

04

Certification

Vehicles and relevant equipment must meet the UN regulations applicable in Serbia. The Road Traffic Safety Agency handles homologation documents for customs import procedures; confirm the exact China-market model and required evidence before shipment.

05

Charging compatibility

Type 2 AC and CCS2 DC are the practical compatibility target. Confirm connector, voltage, software, telematics and service support for any China-market GB/T vehicle before shipment.

06

Shipping route

Typical entry points: Bar; Thessaloniki; Koper. Indicative China-to-port transit: 35–50 days.

Important planning notice

Rates and policy summaries are indicative, not customs, legal or tax advice. Confirm the exact vehicle classification, eligibility, fees and documents with the relevant authority or licensed local broker before purchase or shipment.

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