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Overview of the Amendments to Serbia’s Law on Information Security

23. October 2023.

Empowering Information Security: New Directive of EU (NIS 2 Directive) In our increasingly interconnected world, information security has become paramount. The protection of sensitive data, critical infrastructure, and personal information is not only a national concern but a global one. To address the evolving challenges in this domain, the Law on Information Security is being […]

Navigating the Legal Labyrinth: Serbia’s Hospitality Industry

06. October 2023.

What laws and regulations are important for Serbia’s Hospitality Industry? The Serbian hospitality industry is navigating a complex landscape characterized by rising tourist demands, increasing overnight stays, labor shortages, slowly easing inflation, and significant changes brought about by events like EXPO 2027. These factors are collectively positioning Serbia on the global tourism map. In July […]

Labor Law: An Employee’s Right to Monetary Compensation for Annual Leave

28. September 2023.

Distinct Purpose of Employee’s Right to Annual Leave and How to Use it In the realm of labor law, the entitlement to annual leave stands as a fundamental right for employees, a privilege enshrined in the Labor Law (“Official Gazette of RS,” no. 24/2005, 61/2005, 54/2009, 32/2013, 75/2014, 13/2017 – CC decision, 113/2017, and 95/2018 […]

Personal Data Protection: Serbia’s Vision for Data Protection 2023-2030

18. September 2023.

The importance of Personal Data Protection The period from 2023 to 2030 calls for a robust Personal Data Protection Strategy, necessitating the enactment of new legislation to align with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Police Directive. This legislation aims to ensure the effective safeguarding of individuals’ rights and privacy. In an era […]

The Future of Renewables: Green & Blue Hydrogen Production in Serbia

24. August 2023.

Hydrogen production plant for both green and blue hydrogen The commencement of Serbia’s hydrogen production journey is planned to materialize around 2025, signifying a critical shift towards sustainable energy solutions. In the same year Serbia should start producing green hydrogen, which is also a solution for storing excess energy from solar power plants and wind […]

New Amendments to the Law on Planning and Construction

03. August 2023.

Pave the Way to Easier Legalization On 26th of July 2023, the Serbian Parliament adopted the amendments to the Law on Planning and Construction. The primary goal of these amendments is to simplify the process of legalizing illegally developed buildings and obtaining building permits in a more efficient and cost-effective manner. One of the significant […]

Amendments to the Law on Residence and Employment of Foreigners

02. August 2023.

Amendments to the Law on Residence and Employment of Foreigners: Simplifying the Process of Obtaining Residence and Work Permits for Foreigners in Serbia Combining&simplifying the procedures of obtaining temporary residence and work permit On July 27, the Serbian Parliament made significant changes to the Law on Employment of Foreigners and the Law on Foreigners. The […]

Green Financing in Serbia: An Overview of the Green Agenda

01. August 2023.

Green Financing aims to support projects for cleaner energy and engage the private sector Green Financing in Serbia: Global warming, climate change, and other environmental concerns are pressing issues that affect the entire world population. It is increasingly evident that achieving a sustainable future demands significant investments from the private sector, which is primarily driven […]

Serbian Tax Administration launched its web portal for freelancers

24. July 2023.

Allowing freelancers to estimate their tax accurately The Serbian Tax Administration officially launched its web portal for freelancers on 30 June 2023, marking a significant milestone in facilitating tax return submissions for this demographic. The primary objective of this portal is to streamline the process of tax return submissions for freelancers. Specifically, it caters to […]

Government Initiatives and Tax Reliefs Drive Startup Ecosystem Development

04. July 2023.

Serbia’s Government Strategy for the Startup Ecosystem Development showcases the nation’s commitment to nurturing innovation and fostering a thriving startup scene. Serbia is fostering a vibrant startup ecosystem and promoting innovation is exemplified by the government’s comprehensive strategy for the period 2021-2025. Through a range of incentives and tax reliefs, Serbia aims to accelerate the […]