- Abortion legal status
- Legal
- Emergency number
- 112
Updated July 2026 · Sources cited: itimaker.com, hersafevoyage.com
Good to know
Good to Know
- Save 192 (Serbian police) and 112 (general emergency, works from any phone) before you need them — 112 will route you to local police even if you don't speak Serbian.
- The SOS Helpline (0800 100 007) and Unique SOS Hotline (0800 10 10 10) are free, national, and intended for anyone experiencing violence, including sexual violence — English-language support is not guaranteed, so having a translation app ready can help.
- If you're a foreign national, your embassy can offer support and can help you decide whether to report to local police, even if you choose not to.
- Levonorgestrel morning-after pills (Escapelle, Postinor-2) are the most dependable no-prescription EC option in Belgrade pharmacies — ask the pharmacist directly, as it's kept behind the counter, not on open shelves.
- Don't count on getting ulipristal acetate (ellaOne-type) EC without a prescription — it's officially prescription-only in Serbia and access without one varies by pharmacy.
- Regular birth control pills are sold over-the-counter without a prescription, which is convenient if you run out while traveling.
- IUDs and implants exist in Serbia but require a clinic/gynecologist appointment for insertion — this isn't a same-day pharmacy purchase, so plan ahead if you want one while in Belgrade.
- Elective abortion is legal on request only up to 10 weeks of pregnancy; after that, approval from a hospital ethics/doctor's committee is required unless there is a medical, rape/incest, or fetal-impairment justification.
- Free abortion through the public (state) system generally applies only when there is an approved medical reason and the woman is covered by Serbian health insurance — most nomads and foreign visitors will go the private-clinic route and pay out of pocket.
- Many Belgrade gynecologists working in private clinics also hold or held posts at major public maternity hospitals (like GAK Narodni Front or Dragiša Mišović), so private care often means the same doctors with shorter wait times and English-language service.
- If you're under 16, parental or legal guardian consent is legally required to obtain an abortion in Serbia.
- Emergency contraception and regular birth control pills are available over the counter at pharmacies without a prescription.
Street, Night and Taxi Safety
Walking Alone at Night
Most sources describe central, busy districts such as Stari Grad, Knez Mihailova, Skadarlija, Dorćol, and Vračar as generally fine for a woman to walk through at night, with good lighting and street activity even late in the evening. The recurring caution is to avoid quiet residential side streets, poorly lit parks, and the immediate area around the main inter-city bus terminal (Beograd Centar/Lasta) after dark, since that specific zone is noted to attract touts and unlicensed taxi drivers at night.
Harassment Risk
Harassment risk is generally rated low by safety-focused guides to the city, and several solo female travelers report feeling comfortable in central Belgrade even late at night, with the main nuisance being occasional pickpocketing on crowded transport rather than harassment.
Taxis and Ride-hailing
Multiple sources advise against flagging unlicensed taxis on the street, especially at night, and recommend booking through an app such as CarGo or a licensed company like Pink Taxi instead. Licensed city-regulated radio taxis can be identified by blue signage with Belgrade's coat of arms and license plates ending in TX, while unmarked white-plate taxis are pricier and more associated with overcharging. If you do take a street taxi, insist the meter is started at the beginning of the trip and share the car/driver details with someone you trust.
Public Transport Caution
Buses, trams, and trolleybuses are described as functional and affordable, but older vehicles get crowded, which creates opportunities for pickpocketing, so keeping valuables secured and phones out of easy reach on busy routes is commonly advised.
Scam Awareness
Beyond taxis, documented scam patterns in Belgrade include fake police document checks, overpriced drinks at bars that befriend tourists, and counterfeit notes from unofficial currency exchangers; sticking to official exchange points and being wary of overly friendly strangers in nightlife areas is the common recommendation.
General Precautions
Common practical advice for women traveling or living in Belgrade solo includes choosing centrally located accommodation, learning public transport schedules so you're not waiting alone late at night, keeping a drink in sight in bars and clubs, and sharing your location or taxi details with someone you trust when heading home late.
Abortion Law And OB-GYN
- Law Summary
- Abortion in Serbia is legal and regulated under the 2005 Law on Abortion in Health Institutions and the constitutional right to "decide on childbirth."
- Legal Status
- Fully legal and regulated
Cost
- On Request Public
- RSD 0
Free only when performed for approved medical reasons in a state facility with health insurance coverage; elective on-request abortion is not covered by state insurance.
- On Request Private Low
- RSD 11,734
- On Request Private High
- RSD 35,200
Access Routes
- Public System
- Abortion is free of charge in state health institutions only for medical reasons concerning the woman or the fœtus, and abortions are performed in all state gynecological and obstetric clinics in Serbia.
- Private System
- Generally speaking, it seems like many Serbian women go through the private clinics, since strict licensing rules mean many physicians work as unlicensed practitioners at private clinics and the procedures go unreported.
- Methods Available
- Available methods include vacuum aspiration (used up to about week 10, most common in private clinics), surgical curettage (typically 12–15 weeks, mostly in public clinics), and medical abortion with mifepristone (available up to 10 weeks under clinical supervision).
- Conscientious Objection
- Healthcare workers can claim conscientious objection but must then refer the woman to another abortion provider, and objectors cannot refuse emergency medical assistance on the same grounds.
OB-GYN Options
Palmotićeva Clinic
- Type
- Private gynecology clinic
- Location
- Palmotićeva street, central Belgrade
- Services
- Offers confidential elective pregnancy termination (vacuum aspiration up to week 10, medical abortion) plus general gynecological care.
- English Spoken
- Yes
Profemina Clinic
- Type
- Private gynecology and obstetrics clinic
- Location
- Belgrade city center
- Services
- General gynecology, obstetrics, perinatology, ultrasound diagnostics; staffed by doctors with backgrounds at GAK Narodni Front and Clinical Center of Serbia.
- English Spoken
- Yes
Klinika Papić (Ginekološka Ordinacija Papić)
- Type
- Private gynecological practice
- Location
- Belgrade city center
- Services
- General gynecological exams and care; frequently recommended by expat women for English-speaking, patient-focused service.
- English Spoken
- Yes
Ginekološka Ordinacija Terazije
- Type
- Private gynecology and obstetrics clinic
- Location
- Terazije, central Belgrade
- Services
- General gynecology, obstetrics, 4D ultrasound/perinatology, and gynecological surgery including abortion, curettage, biopsy, and colposcopy-related procedures.
Gemma Clinic
- Type
- Private fertility/gynecology clinic
- Location
- Belgrade
- Services
- Gynecology, obstetrics, infertility treatment and IVF; several staff gynecologists previously worked at public hospitals such as Dragiša Mišović.
- English Spoken
- Yes
Central Belgrade
- Name
- Clinic for Gynecology and Obstetrics, Clinical Center of Serbia (GAK Višegradska / GAK Narodni Front)
- Type
- Public university hospital clinic
- Services
- Founded in 1923 as part of the Belgrade Medical School; performs full range of gynecology, obstetrics, and around 400 IVF cycles per year, and acts as a regional referral center for complex cases.
Abortion Time Limits
- Minors
- Minors under 16 require parental consent before undergoing an abortion.
- On Request
- Abortion is performed at the request of the woman until the tenth week of pregnancy in Serbia.
- After 10 Weeks
- After that, the decision to terminate the pregnancy is made by a doctor's council, or the ethics commission, if it is an advanced pregnancy.
- No Limit Cases
- There is no upper abortion time limit specified if the abortion is the result of sexual abuse or incest, nor if there are fetal impairments or if the pregnant woman's life is in danger.
Contraception Access
IUD
- Status
- Available in Serbia (Mirena and NovaPlus brands are reported at pharmacies), but insertion requires a visit to a gynecologist, hospital, or clinic — not a pharmacy walk-in.
- Notes
- IUDs are reported to be more commonly offered to women who have already had children; availability and willingness of providers to insert an IUD in younger or nulliparous women appears inconsistent and provider-dependent.
Implant
- Status
- Available in Serbia, but must be obtained and inserted through a hospital or gynecological clinic, not directly from a pharmacy.
- Notes
- Book directly with a gynecologist; expect this to require an in-person consultation rather than a same-day pharmacy purchase.
Emergency Contraception
General EC Notes
- Take EC as soon as possible after unprotected sex; levonorgestrel is most effective within 72 hours, ulipristal acetate within 120 hours.
- EC cost is not reimbursed or covered by social/health insurance in Serbia, including for foreigners.
- Some pharmacists have been documented as reluctant to dispense EC in certain circumstances, so if refused at one pharmacy, try another.
Levonorgestrel EC
- Status
- Available without a prescription at pharmacies (brands include Escapelle and Postinor-2), though it is typically kept behind the counter and must be requested from the pharmacist rather than picked off a shelf.
- Price Reference
- RSD 1,781
- Price Note
- This figure comes from a documented Belgrade pharmacy price and may be outdated; expect to pay somewhat more today given inflation. Confirm the current price at the pharmacy counter.
Ulipristal Acetate EC
- Status
- Officially classified as prescription-only in Serbia, though some pharmacies reportedly dispense it without one in practice.
- Notes
- Do not assume you can buy ulipristal acetate (e.g. ellaOne) without a prescription — availability without one is inconsistent and depends on the individual pharmacy/pharmacist. Levonorgestrel EC is the more reliably accessible option.
Oral Contraceptive Pill
- Status
- Available over-the-counter at pharmacies, no prescription required.
- Notes
- If you already have a prescription or specific brand from your home country, most Belgrade pharmacies can fill it if you bring the prescription and show it to the pharmacist. Some pharmacies also carry progestin-only pills.
Assault And Gender Based Violence Support
SOS Helpline of the Autonomous Women's Center
- Phone
- 0800 100 007
- Description
- National toll-free SOS line for women experiencing violence, including sexual violence.
Victimology Society of Serbia
- Phone
- 011 228 8040 or 065 548 6421
- Description
- Belgrade-based organization providing support specifically to victims of sexual violence and other crime.
ASTRA SOS Helpline (Anti-trafficking, Including Sexual Exploitation)
- Phone
- 0800 101 201 (free) or +381 11 785 0000
- Description
- Support line for victims of human trafficking, which includes cases of forced prostitution and sexual exploitation.
Unique SOS Hotline (Autonomous Women's Centers Network)
- Phone
- 0800 10 10 10
- Description
- Toll-free hotline connecting callers to the nearest women's counselling center for domestic and intimate-partner violence support; also has after-hours mobile app and duty number.
Centre for Protection of Victims of Human Trafficking
- Phone
- +381 63 610 590
- Description
- Government-run centre coordinating protection and referral services for trafficking and exploitation victims.
Reporting Notes
Reporting Notes
- If you want a criminal investigation to proceed, Serbian authorities generally expect you to report before leaving the country so evidence can be collected.
- There is no official public sex offender register in Serbia.
Emergency Numbers
- Police
- 192 (Serbian police emergency) or 112 (EU-wide emergency number, routes to local services)
- Notes
- 112 is the general international emergency number that will connect callers to local police, fire, or ambulance services in Serbia.
Foreign National Specific Support
- Example
- The British Embassy in Belgrade can be reached at +381 11 306 0900 and offers a meeting with a consular officer even if a victim does not wish to report to Serbian police.
- Description
- Foreign embassies in Belgrade can provide consular assistance to their nationals after an assault, including help navigating local police/medical procedures.
Sources cited for this category
These are the sources cited in this women's health & safety research for this city. Individual figures may not each trace to one of them.
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