Moving to Serbia from Lithuania

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What to Expect

Considering a move from Lithuania to Serbia? Here's how the two countries compare on cost, climate, safety, and more.

If you moved from Lithuania to Serbia, you would find that Serbia is 16.0% cheaper than Lithuania overall. A €64,304 salary in Lithuania would need to be roughly RSD6,174,162 in Serbia to maintain the same lifestyle, and you’d need to navigate life in Serbian. Expect a noticeable climate shift — Belgrade averages 62°F vs 51°F in Vilnius, making it significantly warmer.

How Far Will Your Money Go?

A breakdown of how everyday costs differ between Lithuania and Serbia.

What does your salary buy?

€64,304 RSD6,174,162

To maintain the same standard of living in Serbia

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How key spending categories compare

Restaurants

pay 9.6% less

Groceries

pay 11.8% less

Transportation

pay 12.0% less

Housing

pay 0.8% less

Childcare

pay 40.0% less

Entertainment and Sports

pay 35.9% less

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Exchange rate: 1 EUR = 117.43 RSD (June 2026)

Data: MyLifeElsewhere's crowdsourced cost of living database, with prices submitted and updated by users worldwide. Exchange rates are refreshed regularly from public sources.

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Who Else Is Making This Move?

What the data shows about people moving from Lithuania to Serbia.

Living there in 2020
27 ↓ 4% vs 2015

people born in Lithuania live in Serbia · UN DESA

Who's moving to Serbia?

Top countries of origin for Serbia's foreign-born residents.

Foreign-born population · UN DESA (2020)

Key Indicator Comparison

The numbers behind daily life in Serbia compared to Lithuania.

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

per 100,000 people per year

LT
2.4
RS
1.0
Road traffic deaths United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

per 100,000 people per year

LT
6.3
RS
7.4

Lithuania generally does better on safety, though Serbia leads in homicide rate.

How's the healthcare?

Healthcare spending per person World Bank, 2024

annual government + private spending per person

LT
$4,127
RS
$2,303
Doctors per 10,000 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

affects wait times and access to care

LT
51.3
RS
28.4

Lithuania generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Serbia leads in healthcare spending per person.

What about the environment?

Air pollution deaths United Nations SDG Indicators, 2019

deaths attributable to air pollution per 100k people

LT
39.0
RS
45.0

Lithuania performs better than Serbia across all environment metrics.

Will I have good infrastructure?

Broadband per 100 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

fixed broadband subscriptions — key for remote work

LT
29.4
RS
29.3
Water stress level United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

higher means greater strain on freshwater supply

LT
1.8%
RS
5.7%

Lithuania generally does better on infrastructure, though Serbia leads in electricity per capita.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

LT
7.0%
RS
8.7%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

LT
$46,200
RS
$24,500

Lithuania performs better than Serbia across all employment & economy metrics.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

LT
75.8 yrs
RS
74.2 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

LT
3.6
RS
4.8

Lithuania performs better than Serbia across all family life metrics.

Data: State Tax Inspectorate, The World Factbook, United Nations SDG Indicators, World Bank

What's the Climate Like?

Monthly averages — select a city to compare.

Vilnius Rain: 27.0 in/yr (685 mm)
51° / 37°F

Avg. annual high / low

Belgrade Rain: 26.9 in/yr (683 mm)
62° / 46°F

Avg. annual high / low

Months Vilnius Belgrade
Jan–Mar 33°/22°F (0°/-5°C) 45°/33°F (7°/0°C)
Apr–Jun 63°/44°F (17°/7°C) 71°/53°F (22°/12°C)
Jul–Sep 69°/52°F (21°/11°C) 79°/59°F (26°/15°C)
Oct–Dec 40°/31°F (4°/-1°C) 53°/39°F (11°/4°C)
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Month Vilnius Belgrade
Jan 29°/20°F (-1.6°/-6.4°C) 38°/28°F (3.5°/-2.3°C)
Feb 30°/20°F (-0.9°/-6.5°C) 44°/32°F (6.4°/-0.2°C)
Mar 39°/26°F (4.0°/-3.1°C) 53°/38°F (11.9°/3.3°C)
Apr 54°/36°F (12.2°/2.3°C) 64°/46°F (17.5°/7.8°C)
May 65°/46°F (18.4°/7.6°C) 72°/54°F (22.5°/12.1°C)
Jun 70°/51°F (21.0°/10.8°C) 78°/59°F (25.3°/15.0°C)
Jul 74°/56°F (23.3°/13.1°C) 81°/61°F (27.3°/16.3°C)
Aug 72°/54°F (22.5°/12.3°C) 81°/61°F (27.3°/16.1°C)
Sep 62°/47°F (16.8°/8.1°C) 75°/55°F (23.7°/13.0°C)
Oct 51°/39°F (10.4°/3.8°C) 65°/47°F (18.1°/8.3°C)
Nov 38°/31°F (3.5°/-0.8°C) 52°/39°F (11.0°/4.0°C)
Dec 31°/23°F (-0.6°/-5.0°C) 42°/32°F (5.3°/-0.2°C)

Data: Lithuanian Hydrometeorological Service Lithuanian Hydrometeorological Service, Republic Hydrometeorological Service of Serbia Republic Hydrometeorological Service of Serbia

Visitor Visa Requirements

Short-stay tourist visa rules between Lithuania and Serbia. To live, work, or study long-term in Serbia, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check Serbia's immigration authority.

Lithuania passport

Lithuania passport holder visiting Serbia

Visa Free
Lithuania passport holders can enter Serbia without a visa.
Serbia passport

Serbia passport holder visiting Lithuania

Visa Free
Serbia passport holders can enter Lithuania without a visa.

Data: Henley Passport Index. Check with the destination country's embassy for the most current requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it cheaper to live in Serbia than Lithuania?

On average Serbia is about 18% less expensive than Lithuania, with major cities narrowing the gap.

How much money do I need to move to Serbia?

Budget about RSD1,543,540 for 3 months in Serbia (based on a €64,304 comparable annual salary), then add the one-off costs: flights, shipping, rental deposit, visa fees.

Can I work remotely from Serbia?

Connectivity is usually fine (Serbia: 29.3 fixed broadband per 100). What actually decides it is legal: does Serbia offer a digital nomad visa, will your employer permit overseas work, and where are you tax-resident?

Is Serbia safe for expats?

Lithuania generally does better on safety, though Serbia leads in homicide rate. The homicide rate in Serbia is 1.0 per 100,000 people, compared to 2.4 in Lithuania.

How is healthcare in Serbia compared to Lithuania?

Lithuania generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Serbia leads in healthcare spending per person. There are 28.4 doctors per 10,000 people in Serbia, compared to 51.3 in Lithuania. Serbia scores 72 on the WHO universal health coverage index (Lithuania: 75).

What's the weather like in Serbia compared to Lithuania?

The average high temperature in Belgrade is 62°F, compared to 51°F in Vilnius. Belgrade receives around 26.9 in of rainfall per year, while Vilnius gets 27.0 in.

What language do they speak in Serbia?

The official language in Serbia is Serbian. In Lithuania, the official language is Lithuanian.

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At a Glance

LT RS
Population 2,683,546 6,739,471
Currency Euro (€) Serbian Dinar (RSD)
Languages Lithuanian Serbian
Driving side Right Right
Calling code +370 +381
Time zones 1 1
Emergency number 112 112