GUIDE FOR ERASMUS+ INCOMING STUDENTS

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1 GUIDE FOR ERASMUS+ INCOMING STUDENTS 1

2 SERBIA... 2 BELGRADE... 7 SOCIAL LIFE MEGATREND UNIVERSITY ENTERING THE COUNTRY AND VISA... REQUIRAMENTS 13 HEALTH INSURANCE ACCOMODATION COMING TO THE MEGATREND UNIVERSITY. 19 THE CITY PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION BANK, CARDS AND CURRENCY TELEPHONE SERVICES EMERGENCIES SAFETY ESN - ERASMUS STUDENT NETWORK MINI DICTIONARY CONTACT

3 SERBIA Serbia has connected West with East for centuries a land in which civilizations, cultures, faiths, climates and landscapes meet and mingle. It is located in the center of the Balkan Peninsula, in southeastern Europe. The northern portion belongs to central Europe, but in terms of geography and climate it is also partly a Mediterranean country. Serbia is landlocked but as a Danube country it is connected to distant seas and oceans. Serbia is crossroads of Europe and a geopolitically important territory. The international roads and railway lines, which run through the country s river valleys, form the shortest link between Western Europe and the Middle East. From the agricultural regions of the Pannonian Plain in the north, across the fertile river valleys and orchard-covered hills of Šumadija, the landscape of Serbia continues southward, gradually giving way to mountains rich in canyons, gorges and caves, as well as well-preserved forests. Serbia s beautiful mountains, national parks, rivers and lakes are the perfect location for an active outdoor holiday from hunting and fishing to extreme sports. Many times during its rich, centuries-long history, Serbia has been at the center of Europe s and the world s attention, out of all proportion to its modest size, economic might and number of inhabitants. Many lessons on bravery, patriotism and the struggle for freedom can be learned wherever you turn in Serbia, as you pass through its cities and regions. The cultural and historical heritage of Serbia begins with prehistoric archaeological sites and its legacy from classical antiquity. Perhaps its greatest riches, though, are in the many mediaeval Serbian churches and monasteries, some of which are included on the UNESCO World Heritage list. All year round, numerous cultural, entertainment, traditional and sporting events are held in Serbia, demonstrating the creative power and spiritual vitality of this country. Today, Serbia is a modern, democratic European country, on the path to membership of the European Union, which a diverse range of visitors from young backpackers to participants in congresses and fairs visit every day. Statistically, the most-visited tourist destinations are the cities of Belgrade and Novi Sad, the mountains of Kopaonik and Zlatibor and the spa towns of Vrnjačka Banja and Sokobanja. More at: Zlatibor 2

4 BELGRADE Belgrade (Serbian: Београд, Beograd) meaning White City is the capital of the Republic of Serbia. Various styles of architecture dominate the city while its recent resurgence as the leading hub in south-eastern Europe makes it a must-see destination. Belgrade is the capital of Serbia and is, as such, the country s largest city with a population of about 1.7 million people. It lies on the confluence of the two major European rivers, Sava and Danube. The city has a long history, dating back to the 4th century BC, when the area was settled by Celtic tribes. Later on, it became the Roman city of Singidunum, and relics of that era can still be seen in the city, particularly at Kalemegdan Fortress. During the Middle Ages the town changed hands between the Kingdom of Hungary and the Serbian Despotate (of which it was the capital) until 1521, when it was captured by the Ottoman Empire. Until Serbia retained its independence in 1878, the city again changed hands multiple times, but between the Ottoman Empire and the Habsburg Empire. After the First World War, Belgrade became the seat of Kingdom of Serbs, Croats and Slovenes (the Kingdom of Yugoslavia, from 1929) until its collapse in 1941, after the subsequent German invasion. During the Second World War it was the seat of the Nazi puppet Government of National Salvation and it was heavily bombed twice, once by the Germans and once by the Allies. Belgrade was again liberated by the joint Yugoslav - Soviet Army, and in 1945 it became the capital of communist Yugoslavia (although the country wasn t part of the Eastern Bloc after the notorious Yugoslav - Soviet split in 1948), led by Marshal Josip Broz Tito until his death in During this period Belgrade became the economic, cultural and political center of the Balkans, as the country was balancing itself between the East and the West. Finally, in 2006, the city became the capital city of the independent Republic of Serbia. This often violent history and outside influence has colored much of Belgrade s evolution, which is evident in its culture and architecture. Often caught between the hammer and anvil of clashing empires, the city has taken on a unique character, reminiscent of both Austrian and Turkish influences, with a unique set of Communist elements thrown in by the Marshal Tito Government. Yet, the city has its own spirit, and in it can be found some not only unique features, but also a healthy joie de vivre in its café culture, nightlife and often a Mediterranean flavor in its lifestyle. 3

5 Time Zone Belgrade and Serbia are located in the Central European time zone region GMT +1 and/ or GMT +2 as of the last week in the third month until the Saturday prior to the last week of the tenth month. Electricity As in most cities of Continental Europe, the electricity voltage in Belgrade is 220V. Electrical outlets are standard European. Water Tap water in Belgrade is safe to drink. Belgrade city core is not too big. Everything between Kalemegdan, Knez Mihajlova street and Skadarska street is best viewed by foot. Other than that, it is recommended to use other means of transportation. Note that many of Belgrade s museums are closed on Monday. It may be wise to check before making a visit. Kalemegdan - Belgrade Fortress. Once an important military fortification, it now serves as the central park of Belgrade. Accessible from the end of the Knez Mihailova street, it offers beautiful views, especially during sunset. The largest part of is a park, along with the fortress walls, with several cafes, tennis and basketball courts, museums and an observatory. Don t forget to take a look at the confluence of the Sava and Danube rivers, and the statue of Pobednik (Winner), one of the symbols of Belgrade.Take tram number 2 from the railway station and disembark at the 4th stop (Kalemdag)to avoid the walking uphill. Knez Mihailova Street - main pedestrian street in Belgrade. Crowded during the day and night. Mostly shopping and numerous cafes. The Republic Square and National theater Republic Square (Main Square). Main meeting point in the city (also called kod konja - by the horse ), right next to the statue of Mihailo Obrenovic (riding a horse), National Theater, National Museum and Knez Mihailova Street. Best place to arrange a meeting. 4

6 Restaurant patios in Skadarlija Skadarlija (Skadarska street). Pedestrian street filled with restaurants and cafes, most in the spirit of old Belgrade. Live bands playing old Belgrade music can be heard here in the evenings. The street is paved in cobblestone so high heels are not advised. Blank-walled buildings on the south side have been painted with impressive trompe-l oeil paintings to add to the atmosphere. Srpskih vladara (Kralja Milana) street, connecting Belgrade Fortress, Knez Mihailova street and Republic Square with Slavija Square and The Temple of Saint Sava dominate the view as you walk towards it. Notice Terazije Fountain, Hotel Moskva (Former Palace of Russia), The Old Royal Palace, following the New Palace, and theater Jugoslovensko Dramsko Pozorište, as you wander around. The Old Palace The Old Royal Palace, at Nikola Pasic Square, built in 1881, it was residence of Serbian kings, now used as Town Hall. The White Palace is a mansion located in Belgrade, Serbia. The mansion is part of the Royal Compound, a real estate of royal residences and parklands located in Dedinje, an exclusive area of Belgrade The New Palace is located next to Тhe Old Royal Palace, the square Andrićev venac 1. It was built between 1911 and 1922, as the residence of King Petar I Karađorđević. Today is the official seat of the President of the Republic of Serbia. National Assembly of Serbia The National Assembly of Serbia located across from the Old Royal Palace, at Nikola Pasic Square. Gardosh is an urban neighborhood of Belgrade. It is located in Belgrade s municipality of Zemun. Gardos the hill, located on the right side of the river Danube, is a historical and authentic cultural environment with narrow streets, houses and historic churches. At the top of the hill, there is a tower Sibinjanin Janko (or Millennium Tower) - height of 36m, which opened in 1896, with a gallery and a beautiful view of the river, and Belgrade. On the hill and near by the river is a large number of restaurants with local food, seafood restaurants and floating (splav) restaurants. Belgrade Zoo, Mali Kalemegdan 8. Summer: Daily: 8:00 AM 8:30 PM, Winter: Daily: 8 AM 5 PM., located inside the Belgrade Fortress Holy places Saint Sava Temple is the largest Orthodox church in Serbia, and one of the biggest Orthodox churches in the whole world. In 1594, Turkish vizier Sinan-pasa burned the holy relics of Saint Sava ( ), founder of the autocephalous Serbian Orthodox Church, on the spot where the temple is located today, in retaliation for the rebellion of the Serbian people. Since then, the Serbs wished to erect a church in honor of Saint Sava at this location, and have first built a smaller church next to the place of the burning of the relics (this church also still stands, and is located to the left of the main entrance to the big temple). The temple was built from 1935 in several phases - interrupted first in 1941 by WWII, and later by Communist authorities, the work was only resumed in Interior decoration is not yet finished, however visitors have access to the north aisle which is complete and in use. From the quality of the marble and plaster work already in place, it will be stupendous when it is finished. The underground crypt, future burial site of Serbian patriarchs, dedicated to Saint Lazarus of Serbia, is also nearly completed. It is located near Slavija square, easily accessed from Bulevar Oslobodjenja, and visible from most points of the city. Due to its impressive size, it is often called a cathedral. 5

7 The Bajrakli Mosque is a mosque in Belgrade. It is located in Gospodar Jevremova Street in the neighbourhood of Dorćol. It was built around 1575, and is the only mosque in the city out of the 273 that had existed during the time of the Ottoman Empire s rule of Serbia. Interior decoration of the mosque is very modest. The walls are without plaster with shallow moldings, rare stylized floral and geometrical motifs and calligraphic inscriptions of verses from the Muslim holy book Koran, then with the names of the first righteous religious leaders caliphs, as well as of the God s i.e. Allah s magnificent properties and names written in Arabic letters on a specially decorated carved panels levhas. Belgrade Synagogue is currently the only fully active Jewish place of worship in Serbian capital Belgrade, as other synagogues citywide are not active. It is located in central Belgrade area, near Obilićev Venac Square and central high street Knez Mihailova. The history of the Jews in Belgrade can be documented since the Ottoman conquest of Belgrade in 1521; not long afterwards, in the mid 1500s, Sephardic Jews began to settle in larger numbers: according to the census data for 1567 and 1573, there were several Jewish congregations and three synagogues. Church of St. Anthony of Padua located in one of the peripheral hills towards Zvezdara, close to Crveni krst, between the Bregalnička and Pop Stojanova Street, stands a very unusual church in Belgrade. In the Catholic Church community parish in 1925 the friary of Franciscan order of the Bosnian province was founded. The church was dedicated to St. Anthony of Padua, and it was built between 1929 and 1932 in the memory of 700 years from his death. St. Mark s Church built from 1931 to 1940 is located in Tašmajdan park in Belgrade, near the Parliament of Serbia. It was designed as a copy of the famous Gračanica monastery near Priština. Behind the church, there is the Russian Orthodox Church of the Holy Trinity, built by White Russian immigrants who came to Serbia after the Russian Revolution of Museums and galleries National Museums The National Museum of Serbia, Trg republike 1a. CLOSED due to reconstruction, however, two small sections are open with free entrance. Located at Republic square. Founded in 1844, has more than 400,000 items including Italian Art Collection (230 works) including Titian, Raphael, Tintoretto, Lorenzo di Credi, Canaletto, Tiepollo, Carpaccio etc. French Art Collection (250 paintings) includes Renoir (82 works), Monet, Degas, Signac, Lautrec, Matisse, Gaughen, Cezanne, Pissaro, Corot etc. Dutch and Flemish Art Collection (120 works) include Juan de Flandes, Bosch, Vincent van Gogh, Rubens, Rembrandt, Van Goyen, Breughel, Mondrian... Japanase Art Collection has 82 works which include Kunisada, Toyokuni, Hirosige etc... 6

8 Yugoslav (Serbian) Art Collection includes Paja Jovanovic, Uros Predic, Lubarda. Other Art Collections (German, Austrian, Russian...) include Picasso, Durer, Klimt, Kandinsky, Sisley, Marc Chagall, Kassat, Roerich, Ryepin, etc. Gallery of Frescoes of the National Museum, Cara Uroša 20, Closed on Mondays. The gallery was founded in 1953, as a special institution for the collection, study and exhibit of the Serbian medieval art. It is now part of the National Museum and contains a rich collection of murals and medieval sculptures. Historical Museum of Serbia Square, Nikole Pasica 11 (next to the National Assembly of Serbia.), ; Every day except Mondays. Museum has a rich collection of materials related to the Serbian nation and Serbia from ancient times to the present. There is no permanent exhibition in the museum, only various temporal exhibitions throughout the year. Ethnographic Museum Studentski trg 13, Tue Sa: 10 AM 5 PM, Su: 9 AM 2 PM. Permanent exhibition of Serbian costumes, tools, culture and everyday life in past centuries. Temporary exhibitions covering related topics. Nikola Tesla Museum, Krunska 51, (info@tesla-museum.org, fax: ). Tue Su: 10 AM 6 PM. Museum dedicated to the man whom Serbs revere. Nikola Tesla made significant contributions to the development of electric engineering, pioneering alternating current (making long-distance high-energy transfers possible), radio (making base work for today s mobile communications) and AC motors (widely used today, e.g. blenders, vacuum cleaners and elevators), among other numerous inventions. Half of this small museum is dedicated to Tesla s personal effects, while the other half contains models of his inventions. There are English-speaking guides who are students from the Engineering Department of the University of Belgrade who can help you understand the sometimes-complicated science. Entrance fee is RSD 500. The Residence of Princess Ljubica, Kneza Sime Markovića 8. The residence is now managed by the Museum of Belgrade and is used to display the museum material and painting exhibitions. The permanent exhibition at the Residence consists of original furniture, made in Oriental-Balkan style and other styles of the time (Classicism, Biedermeier, neo-baroque). Ivo Andric Museum, Andrićev Venac 8. Closed on Mondays. Memorial Museum of Ivo Andric, is dedicated to our writer, Nobel laureate. Tito s Mausoleum and the Museum of the History of Yugoslavia, Botićeva 6 (Take trolleybus 40 or 41 from Studentski Trg or from Kneza Miloša Street in the direction of Dedinje and ask for Kuća cveća (House of flowers)). Tue-Sun: 10 am-6 pm from 10/16 to 4/23, 10 am-8 pm from 4/24 to 10/15. Artifacts from the former Yugoslavia and around the world given to Tito in his years as president. RSD 400, Students: RSD 200. The Military Museum (inside the Belgrade Fortress) every day except Monday, 10am-5 pm. Museum has around 30,000 objects in 12 collections and very impressive photo collection with over 100,000 photographs, etc. RSD 150. Museum of Roma Culture, Ruzveltova street Tue-Su: 11 AM-4 PM. The museum is situated in a small storage room in a public building in downtown Belgrade. Its walls are covered with photographs and documents in the Roma language. There are temporal exhibitions, different programs and events. Aeronautical Museum, (adjacent to Nikola Tesla Airport. Take bus number 72 which departs from Zeleni Venac terminus/station, one stop before departures (terminal). The main collection is housed in an architecturally noteworthy geodesic-based glass building, with additional aircraft displayed on the surrounding grounds. The museum owns over 200 aircraft that have been operated by the Serbian and Yugoslav Air Forces, Aeronautical clubs and Avio-companies, from gliders to helicopters to jet fighters. There are a number of rare aircraft and other aviation equipment. The museum also displays relics of US and NATO aircraft donated during the 1990s Balkans conflicts, including wreckage from a US F-117 Nighthawk RSD

9 SOCIAL LIFE Ada Ciganlija is a river island on Sava River with an artificial lake in the center of the city. The lake has an 8 km long gravel beach, which is visited by thousands of bathers during the summer. This is a great place for sports and picnics (barbecue is allowed in the allotted space). It also contains a lot of cafes and restaurants, river rafts (bars-restaurants), some of which are opened whole year round. In summer, it is swamped with people wanting to cool down in the water. Beaches in Ada Ciganlija, with restaurants, cafes on the beach, as well as umbrellas, beds and water sports, reminiscent of many sea beaches, and are the right place for swimming, recreation and enjoyment. You may rent bikes or inline skates at several points near the entry to the island. Lanes for pedestrians and bikers are separated. You have over-the-water bungee jumping facility, as well as water skiing. There are terrains for football, basketball, beach volley, golf and tennis. If you are coming from the direction of New Belgrade or Zemun, consider using small boats from Block 70a edge, New Belgrade, which can take you over the river for around 1. During summer season they go every 15 minutes or less, and offer bike transportation as well. There are also many regular bus services from the city center and other districts to Ada Ciganlija. Additional facilities: Adventure Park is open during summer season (usually from beginning of May until the end of September) , Price for one go through the park is RSD 800. Segway Rides on small flat track, near cafe Plaža, Outdoor Ice Skating (during winter), or ski and snowboard simulator (all year round) BeoQuest scavenger hunts, (info@beoquest.net). can be played at city center. Public Observatory (placed at Kalemegdan fortress) features four panoramic telescopes installed for daily observations of the city s panorama. National Theatre features opera, ballet and plays. The main hall is simply amazing - decorated with gold and artworks. Zemun quay is the most visited Waterfront in Belgrade. Here you can ride a bike, inline skates or walk next to Danube River. For a break, just hop on one of the raft bars or restaurants. Strahinjića Bana Street is known as the Silicon Valley, located in downtown Belgrade, at the end of Skadarska Street (popularly Skadarlija) laterally, and extends to the Kalemegdan fortress and the zoo. Here are popular bars, restaurants, cafes, and gardens (with slightly higher prices). Old Brewery Bajloni complex at Cetinjska 15. street (parallel to the bohemian street Skadarlija), are center of unusual newly opened bars, cafes and clubs for entertainment, special fun on weekends late at night... Go bowling, available at: Colosseum Bowling, Dobanovačka 56, Zemun, Usce Shopping Mall Bowling Delta City Shopping Mall Ice skating is available during winter months at: Tašmajdan Sports Center, Čarlija Čaplina 39, / , RSD Pingvin Beostar Gym (Penguin), Jurija Gagarina 78, / , RSD Mali Pingvin Sport Belgrade (Little Penguin), Deligradska 27 Open-air ice skating at square Trg Nikole Pašića, winter months, free of charge 8

10 Room Escape: EscapeMania, Terazije 38/1, , RSD4000. Two rooms: Voodoo Tales and Robin Hood. The Great War Island (Veliko ratno ostrvo) is a river island at the confluence of the Sava and Danube rivers, for picnics and bird spotting. Mount Avala is a 511m mountain near Belgrade with the 204m Avala Tower at the top. Viewing platform is accessible via a lift with great views of Belgrade and parts of Vojvodina and Šumadija. Entrance fee is RSD50 per person. At the top of the Monument to the Unknown Soldier, and the motel and a few restaurants. During the descent, turn right, there is a mountain lodge Čarapića Brest (Чарапића Брест), with rooms and good restaurant. Visit a splav (literally: raft) a barge restaurant located along the Sava and Danube rivers. There are two kinds of splav. Some are restaurants, but most are nightclubs. You can literally club-hop all night long. There is no cover charge to get into any of them. Some ultra popular ones may require that you have an invitation or be on the guest list, but if you tell them that you are a foreigner and that you didn t know they ll usually let you in. Women are not required to be on a guest list. The music played on the barges is highly varied and can include live bands, Serbian folk music, pop, and dance. Cinemas Movies in Serbia are subtitled, not dubbed. Best movie theaters are: Cineplexx Ušće at Usce shopping mall, Bulevar Mihajla Pupina, , 3D projections available Cineplexx Delta City, at Delta City shopping mall, Jurija Gagarina 16, , Cineplexx Cinemas Roda Intermezzo Cineplex, Požeška 83a, / Tuckwood cineplex, Kneza Miloša 7a, / , in the city center, a bit old, and sometimes too loud. If you prefer theaters in the city core, check also: Dom sindikata, Trg Nikole Pašića 5, Akademija 28, Nemanjina 28, More information about city, touristic offer and other places to visit can be found at following links: Belgrade The Avala Tower; Opened: April 21st,

11 Every other information and assistance can be provided by: International cooperation office, at Megatrend University, office no. 1, Bulevar maršala Tolbuhina 8, Belgrade; website: tel: mail: Local ESN (Erasmus Student Network) office, Megatrend University office no. 65, Bulevar maršala Tolbuhina 8, Belgrade; Tel Caffe Club, Megatrend Univesity 10

12 MEGATREND UNIVERSITY Megatrend International Expert Consortium Limited, London, is a consulting-educational organization founded in 1980, which was the foundation for the development of educational group Megatrend in Serbia. The first institution in this system was Megatrend Business School in Belgrade, founded in This school soon became the founder of all other institutions within the academic community. Later chartered colleges and schools were turned primarily towards applied economics and management and then they conquered other scientific and artistic fields. Megatrend University has set the highest standards of education in the region for 26 years, while at the center of all its endeavors are the students. Today, Megatrend University consists of 12 faculties, 2 colleges, Megatrend Virtual University and the Institute for New Technologies. Participants are offered education at 8 campuses in 6 Serbian cities (Belgrade, Zajecar, Backa Topola, Pozarevac, Valjevo, and Vrsac). After 25 years of continuous work in the field of higher education, our University has tens of thousands of active students and graduates at all levels of academic and scientific titles. The faculties of Megatrend University offer vocational, academic as well as specialist, master and doctoral studies in several academic and scientific disciplines (business, international economics, management, art and design, culture and media, biofarming, government and administration, computer science and civil aviation). Megatrend University was guided by the vision of a modern, high-quality and pragmatic education. As a result of this motivation emerged the first project of post-graduate studies in management in Central and Eastern Europe, realized in 1991 in cooperation with Megatrend Business School and the Technical Faculty in Bor, financed from the European Union TEMPUS fund, designed for the development of business education. In the autumn of 1999, Megatrend University became a full member of the global university network NEWS (North-East-West-South), whose members are universities from around the world. Also, all the institutions of Megatrend University are members of the EAMS (Euro-Asia Management Studies Association), the world s only association for management studies. In January 2003, Megatrend University became a member of the Association of Serbian Universities. Students at Megatrend University have the opportunity to learn from the world s distinguished lecturers, using the most modern literature. Its people acquire the skills needed to start a successful career in business, economics, management, public administration, culture and media, art and design, computer science, biofarming. Many of the students who have gone through the above mentioned educational systems are recognized experts in these areas and they represent the best guarantee of the quality of Megatrend University. It is proved now that the knowledge gained at this University is durable and solid foundation for the 11

13 necessary continuing education of our experts and the quality of education at our University provides an excellent base for further studies at prestigious institutions worldwide, from America to Japan and from Scandinavia to South Africa. Megatrend University won numerous domestic and international acknowledgements, one of them is the prize of American Quality Association (American Quality Association- AQA) and the European Quality Award (European Quality Award) both of them awarded in Also, Megatrend University won the prestigious Vuk Karadzic Award for sustained contribution to science, education and culture in Serbia, in March Within the official selection system, International Scientific Committee EDUNIVERSAL, proclaimed the Business School in Zajecar, which is a part of John Nesbitt University, for one of the top 500 business schools in the world in November EDUNIVERSAL is an organization that provides global accreditation to higher education institutions in the world. Megatrend University has developed prolific scientific and business cooperation with various reputable academic institutions around the world, thus advancing the general educational potential and providing opportunities for studying at the chosen faculties abroad within prospective programs. Contracts on cooperation were signed with academic institutions in Italy, Slovenia, Mexico, Romania, Hungary, Spain, Bulgaria, Montenegro, France, Chile, Argentina, China, Russia and Venezuela. The result of successful international cooperation is also reflected in the number and quality of foreign visiting professors who participate in teaching at our University. The University continues to develop in accordance with new technologies, information systems and modern methods of acquiring knowledge. Megatrend University constantly adapts its programs to the new trends and thus develops curriculums that optimally prepare students for future businesses and ventures. 12

14 ENTERING THE COUNTRY AND VISA REQUIRAMENTS Temporary stay can be authorized in duration of up to one year and can be extended for the same period, unless otherwise determined by this Law or international agreement. Authorization of temporary stay is being entered into travel document of foreign citizen. Validity duration of travel document must be at least six months longer than duration period of authorization. Temporary stay can be authorized in duration of up to one year and can be extended for the same period, unless otherwise determined by this Law or international agreement. Authorization of temporary stay is being entered into travel document of foreign citizen. Validity duration of travel document must be at least six months longer than duration period of authorization. For submitting of request for approval of temporary stay it is necessary to enclose the following: valid travel document notification of flat two photographs (4 h 3 cm, colored, enface) filled forms (three copies) proof of paid submission fee for stay Temporary stay can be authorized to a foreign citizen if he/she, along with request, encloses proof: 1. that he/she has enough means to support himself/herself; 2. that he/she has health insurance; 3. of justification of the request*** for temporary stay in accordance with purpose of temporary stay that can be authorized to a foreign citizen which intents to stay in the Republic of Serbia longer that 90 days. ***Depending upon basis for marriage, as proof of request justification, it is required to enclose the following documentation: Education-studying-language studying You are responsible regarding visa issues. A visa application is lodged at the diplomatic missions or consular posts of Serbia. This type of long-stay visa is granted to third-state nationals who intend to travel to Serbia either for pre-graduate, graduate and postgraduate studies - depending on the case, or in view of obtaining academic degrees within state or accredited private institutions, in accordance with the provisions of legal framework. This type of visa is also granted to third-state nationals accepted for studies based on international documents to which Serbia is party. We will send you an Invitation Letter which should cover the requests from Serbian Embassies regarding: PROOF OF ACCEPTANCE FOR STUDIES, PROOF OF PAYMENT OF FEES, MEANS OF SUPPORT, ACCOMMODATION - see/check documents required for long Stay Visa, other documents you have to provide by yourself. The long-stay visa will be granted for periods of 90 days, with one or multiple entries. Every other information can be found at the web site of Serbian Embassy in student s home country, as well at following link: For any further assistance and questions, please contact Megatrend International Cooperation office, (office no.1, Bulevar maršala Tolbuhina 8) at the international@megatrend.edu.rs or via telephone

15 HEALTH INSURANCE The student shall have Health Insurance covering the whole period of staying. However, a simple Travel-Private-Health Insurance may not be sufficient, especially in case of repatriation and specific medical intervention. In that case, a complementary private insurance might be useful. It is your responsibility to be aware of health insurance issue. *You need Health Insurance for the Grant Agreement and for Visa Application. 14

16 ACCOMODATION Renting an apartment in Belgrade costs approximately / month (bills excluded), depending on the location (apartments closer to the city center are more expensive) and number of rooms. In order to find an apartment you can search numerous real estate dedicated websites (such as You can get in touch with a real estate agencies or contact the owner of an apartment directly. There is a possibility for student dormitory placement in Dormitory Rifat Burdžević ( For any questions and assistance please contact: International cooperation office, at Megatrend University, office no. 1, Bulevar maršala Tolbuhina 8, Belgrade; website: tel: mail: international@megatrend.edu.rs Local ESN (Erasmus Student Network) office, at Megatrend University office no. 65, Bulevar maršala Tolbuhina 8, Belgrade Telephone: COMING TO THE MEGATREND UNIVERSITY BY AIRPLANE The Nikola Tesla airport in Surčin is located 18 km from the center of Belgrade. Flight information can be obtained by telephone, at or through the website. Transportation from the airport to the city center: Public transportation (GSP) nr. 72 bus line Ticket price: 80 din. Trip duration: 40 min. Route: Zeleni venac New Belgrade municipality Students City Vojvođanska Street In order to enhance taxi service from Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport, the Assembly of City of Belgrade is introducing ongoing project aiming to organize new taxi service regulation system from Belgrade Airport. As a part of this project, the price of a taxi service from the airport is divided into 6 zones. For the use of taxi services from Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport to any destination in Belgrade area and further, please contact the city service TAXI INFO desk, located in the baggage reclaim area. Please take a taxi receipt at the information desk which contains the name of your destination and appropriate price for the taxi service. Taxi Service from Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport Zones and Price List Nikola Tesla airport Working time: h Frequency: every 30 min. Tourist Information Center Airport Nikola Tesla tel ( h) info-aerodrom@serbia.travel 15

17 There is a taxi stop at the airport. The price of taxi transportation from the airport to the city center is approximately 1000 rsd ( 9 ). Alpha Team Agency - Airport shuttle transportation to the airport and from the airport, is organized so that more passengers on the way to the airport can use a single car. All transfers are from your home address, and price range is from 950 rsd ( 8 ). transfers@kombiprevoz.rs, tel , BY BUS Belgrade Bus Station Address: Železnička 4, operator , fax , Tickets are sold: 00-24h Information and reservation Local lines: , ( h) International lines: BAS tourist, Železnička 4, tel (07-00h) BAS tourist, Maršala Birjuzova 2, tel (08-20h) BY TRAIN Serbian Railways provide for the following commercial discounts: Inter Rail, Euro Domino, Railplus, Balkan Flexipass, Easy Travel Card, Euro<26, City Star and the Unified Balkans Tariff. Serbian Railways, Nemanjina 6, tel , Additional possibilities are provided by Eurail.Com and can be found on web sites: www. interrail.eu Rail station Prokop Address: Prokupačka bb, BY CAR Belgrade is located at the intersection of the European E-70 and E-75 highways. Foreign drivers in Serbia are required to have a national driver s license, traffic permit and an insurance policy. Distance from Belgrade to European cities: Amsterdam 1760 km Athens 1090 km Vienna 621 km Berlin 1489 km Bern 1361 km Brussels 1702 km Budapest 383 km Bucharest 619 km Istanbul 928 km Copenhagen 2018 km London 2073 km Ljubljana 528 km Munich 1020 km Airport Nikola Tesla 16

18 Moscow 2211 km Oslo 2577 km Prague 901 km Rome 1280 km Sarajevo 325 km Skopje 440 km Sofia 380 km Thessaloniki 700 km Stockholm 2622 km Warsaw 1115 km Zagreb 390 km Train station, 1882 Road Toll Passenger vehicles with foreign license plates pay road tolls on the following highways: E-70 Subotica Novi Sad, E-75 Novi Sad Belgrade, E-70 Šid Belgrade, E-75 Belgrade Niš and E-75 Niš Leskovac. Road Assistance The Automobile and Motorcycle Association of Serbia (AMSS) offers roadside assistance services on a 24/7/365 basis. Roadside assistance includes breakdown services and, in case the vehicle can not be repaired - transport of the vehicle to a desired car repair shop, garage or the place of residence. AMSS offers road sided services to all motorists on the territory of Serbia. AMSS members and members of the foreign automobile clubs are entitled to a large number of roadside services, free of charge. In order to benefit from the roadside assistance services, it is necessary to dial the number of the AMSS Operations Centre, through a unique telephone number (landlines and all mobile networks). Also, AMSS Operations Centre provides information on the state of roads in the country, as well as other relevant information of use to motorists travelling in the country and abroad. AMSS Ruzveltova Beograd Tel: Fax: Operations Centre: E: info@amss.org.rs W: Insurance The green card, an international certificate, serves as evidence to confirm the existence of insurance against the responsibility for damage inflicted upon third parties abroad. Motorized tourists with vehicles bearing foreign license plates with no green card are obliged to purchase insurance with local insurance companies when entering Serbia, at the border crossing. 17

19 Certain petrol stations along the main traffic routes and in major cities operate non-stop, every day. All types of local or foreign fuel and motor oils can be purchased at nearly all major petrol stations. The following types of fuel are regularly on offer: BMB95 unleaded MB95 premium Eco 3 diesel Euro-diesel TNG auto gas Always keep in mind drivers in Belgrade are known for their wild driving. Parking in Belgrade Call centre (00-24), Kraljice Marije 7, tel , fax The Spider ( Pauk ) tow-away service (00-24), Staro sajmište bb, tel Parking zones Yellow zone Parking areas on the streets in the center of Belgrade (within the number 2 circular tram route) are divided into three parking zones where parking time is limited and payment is made for each full or incomplete hour: - Red zone - maximum 1 hour - Yellow zone - maximum 2 hours - Green zone - maximum 3 hours Parking areas within these three parking zones are indicated by special traffic signs bearing the color of the zone as well as by road markings. Parking is payable in all three zones on week days from and Saturdays from and Once the allowed time has expired, the driver must move his or her vehicle. A parking warden will leave a fine payment order under the windscreen wipers if he should fail to do so. Payment methods for parking in the three zones are: - Parking tickets - these are purchased at kiosks and other points of sale. The time of arrival should be written on the ticket and it should be displayed on the inside of the windscreen. - Parking ticket machines (only in the red zone) - machines selling parking tickets take coins and electronic parking cards - Mobile phone - by sending an SMS containing the registration number of the vehicle (for example BG123456, without spaces) to 9111, 9112 or 9113 (depending on the zone), from any mobile network. Confirmation that payment has been made by SMS will arrive in the form of a return SMS to the users mobile, detailing the parking service they have paid for. The user must keep the return SMS as proof that they have paid to park in the event that they are erroneously issued a fine. Should the user not receive a return message confirming payment for parking within two minutes, SMS payment for parking has failed and they will not be charged for the service. The user may obtain information about the status of currently paid parking in a zone by sending an SMS with a? in the text to the number for that zone. A reminder of the expiry of the parking period will arrive five to 10 minutes before expiry in the form of an SMS message sent to the user s mobile phone. The user may extend the parking period for an additional hour by sending an SMS message containing the same registration number or just a * to the same parking zone number. 18

20 Once the maximum parking time allowed has expired, the user may not pay to park by SMS for the next 30 minutes. Other parking areas Parking areas outside the three central zones, which are marked by the usual traffic signs, can be used for an unlimited time period and are paid for on an hourly or daily basis between 7.00 and on work days and on Saturdays from 7.00 to Public car parks Parking in public garages is payable per full or incomplete hour: PIONIRSKI PARK, Dragoslava Jovanovića 4, tel: OBILIĆEV VENAC, Obilićev venac 14, tel: ZELENI VENAC, Kraljice Natalije 13, tel: MASARIKOVA, Masarikova 4-6, tel: VUKOV SPOMENIK, Ruzveltova 1, tel: AIRPORT, tel: (there are also facilities for secure longer-stay vehicle parking) Illegally parked vehicles, at the instruction of the Traffic Police, are towed to several different locations, depending on the location of the violation: - from Novi Beograd and Zemun: Staro sajmište - From the city centre: Vidin kapija and Slavija - From the south of the city: Ada Ciganlija A police fine and vehicle towing tax are payable. Illegally parked vehicles towed at the instruction of the public utilities inspectors (in the event that they were parked on a grassed surface) are towed to: - Blok 66, street: Dr Agostina Neta, tel: A public utilities fine and vehicle towing tax are payable. GETTING AROUND THE CITY PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION Belgrade city public transport is provided through a network of bus, trolleybus and tram routes run by GSP Beograd and bus services operated by private bus companies, on around 130 routes. Single tickets can be bought: - in public transport vehicles, from the driver or conductor - at kiosks marked with a ticket sales sticker - at GSP points-of-sale BusPlus Info / public transportation in Belgrade BusPlus system applies to all public transport vehicles (GSP, private carriers, Lasta and Bg Voz). Selling places - GSP The new terminals have been installed at the following locations: Skender begova 47, JKP GSP; Deligradska - Deligradska 10; Republic Square - TC Republic Square Paper cards (most suitable for tourists) If you are not frequent user, you should buy a paper card which costs 89 rsd ( 0,75 ), and you can drive with that card 90 min. on all lines (for 1st or 2nd public transportation zone). If you buy a ticket on the bus a card cost 150 rsd ( 1,25 ) 19

21 Paper cards witch you can use: 1 day for 1st or 2nd public transportation zone rsd ( 2 ) 3 days for 1st or 2nd public transportation zone 700rsd ( 6 ) 5 days for 1st or 2nd public transportation zone rsd ( 9 ) Prices of monthly electronic cards For 1st public transportation zone rsd ( 25 ) For 2nd public transportation zone rsd ( 28 ) Belgrade City Transport Company Dispatch centre (00-24): Automated call centre: , There are also express minibus services which are a little more expensive, but also more comfortable and quicker as they do not stop at every bus-stop. E1 Ustanička - Blok 45 E2 Petlovo brdo - Dorćol E3 Medaković 3 - Blok 61 E4 Ustanička - Bežanijska kosa E5 Zrmanjska - Zvezdara (pijaca) E6 Mirijevo IV - Blok 61 E7 Banjica II - Dunav stanica E8 Braća Jerković - Dunav stanica TAXI The passenger is only required to pay for taxi services according to the current price list and to the amount indicated by the taxi meter at the end of the journey. Negotiating a price for taxi services, where the taxi meter is not switched on, is not recommended, especially at the airport. COMPLAINTS: The cost of the taxi ride also includes transport of the passenger s personal baggage. Personal baggage includes travel bags and suitcases not exceeding 20 kg in weight per passenger and 50 kg in total, in the event that there are several passengers. Taxi companies: Akademac taksi, Alo taksi, Alfa taksi, Beotaksi, 1970, Beogradski, Euro gold taksi, Ekonomik taksi, Žuti taksi, Joker taxi, Lux taxi, Maksis taksi, Naksi taksi, TAKSI Taxi Palma taksi, Pepsi taksi, Pink taksi, Plavi taksi, STB taxi Taksi As, Taksi Bell, Taksi M, Herc taksi, City taxi, Rent-A-Brand,

22 BANK, CARDS AND CURRENCY The official tender in Serbia is dinar, abbreviated RSD. Money may be exchanged in all banks and post offices, as well as in authorized exchange offices. Dinar is issued in denominations of 10/20/50/100/200/500/1000/5000. The current exchange rate may be checked on the website of the National Bank of Serbia Cash may be taken from ATMs installed in all major malls, bank branch offices and in public places 365 days in a year, 24 hours a day. Cell phone e-cards and Internet cards may also be purchased in some of these places. Bank branches in Serbia AIK banka, Knez Mihailova 10/VI, tel Agrobanka, Sremska 3-5, tel Alpha Bank, Kralja Milana 11, tel Banca Intesa, Milentija Popovića 7b, tel EFG Eurobank, Kolarčeva 3, tel Erste Bank, Mihajla Pupina Bld. 85b, tel Findomastic banka, Kosovska 10, tel KBC banka, Požeška 65b, tel Hypo Alpe-Adria-Bank, Mihajla Pupina Bld. 6, tel Jubmes banka, Zorana Đinđića Bld. 121, tel Komercijalna banka, Svetog Save 14, tel Marfin banka, Dalmatinska 22, tel Meridian Bank, Kolarčeva 7, tel NLB LHB banka, Mihajla Pupina Bld. 165v, tel OTP banka, Mihajla Pupina Bld. 115 e, tel Piraeus Bank, Kolarčeva 1, tel Poštanska štedionica, Kraljice Marije 3, tel Procredit Bank, Despota Stefana Bld. 68c, tel Raiffeisen Bank, Zorana Đinđića Bld. 64a, tel Société Générale banka Srbija, Zorana Đinđića Bld. 50 a/b, tel Srpska banka, Savska 25, tel Unicredit banka, Rajićeva 27-29, tel Univerzal banka, Francuska 29, tel Vojvođanska banka, Mihajla Pupina Bld. 111, tel Sberbanka Bulevar Mihaila Pupina 165g tel: Unicredit banka, Rajićeva 27-29, tel Univerzal banka, Francuska 29, tel Vojvođanska banka, Mihajla Pupina Bld. 111, tel Sberbanka Bulevar Mihaila Pupina 165g tel: Credit cards: American Express, Banca Intesa, tel Diners Club, Njegoševa 72, tel Visa, Master Card and Maestro, Banca Intesa, tel Dina Card and Post Card, Poštanska štedionica, tel

23 TELEPHONE SERVICES The area code for Belgrade in national traffic is 011 The area code for Serbia in international traffic is 381. To call Belgrade from abroad please dial the appropriate international code, e.g. 00, then dial the area code for Serbia 381 and the area code for the city (without the initial 0)11. To call a foreign country from Belgrade, please dial the international code 00, then the country area code, the city area code (without 0) and, finally, the telephone number of the subscriber. Important Telephone Numbers Police 192 Fire-fighters 193 Ambulance 194 Time 195 Telegram sending by phone 1961 Registry of international calls AMSS road assistance 1987 Diverse sports information Orthodox religious holidays and customs Weather information Lotto and sports forecasts Public Telephone Booths Public telephone booths (Halo govornice) are activated by Halo cards worth RSD 200 or 300, each offering a free call credit of RSD 15. The sales price is written on the card, which is also the value of the credit for making calls. Halo cards may be purchased on kiosks, post offices and in retail stores. Telephone Directory (private and business subscribers, one item of information per call) (private and business subscribers, telephone directory on the Internet) White Pages (private subscribers, printed edition, free delivery to home address) Strane/Index Yellow Pages (business subscribers, printed edition, free delivery to home address) Mobile networks Serbia currently has three mobile networks, Telekom Srbija, Telenor, and Vip mobile, all of which are licensed for 2G GSM, 3G UMTS, and 4G LTE. Information about their offers and tariffs can be found on following links:

24 EMERGENCIES In case of an emergency, call 192 (police), 193 (fire) or 194 (ambulance). Always carry the phone number and an address of your embassy with you. In case of injury or illness, the place to go is the Urgentni centar (Emergency center), Pasterova 2 of the Clinical Center of Serbia. Be aware that not all medical facilities have personnel that speak English or other foreign languages. Consult the embassy of your country if possible. Pharmacies on duty 24/7: Prvi maj, Kralja Milana 9, / Sveti Sava, Nemanjina 2, / Zemun, Glavna 34, / SAFETY Overall, Belgrade is safe city, but like anywhere, you should always keep money, mobile phones, travel documents and other valuable personal items in secure places. Pickpockets are known to operate in public transportation, and other crowded places so never wear a backpack or purse on your back and make sure that you have your wallet in one of your front pockets. Traffic laws are usually observed although nervous drivers can change lanes suddenly or make dangerous turns when avoiding traffic during rush hour. The taxi drivers are notorious for swerving in and out of lanes. Pay close attention to the traffic signals as a pedestrian. Also try to avoid getting into conflicts. If you are staying out late in a bar or a club, there is a small chance that someone will try to pick a fight especially if you are in a group and a single guy is showing hostility. That is not because you are a foreigner, anyone can be a target. Just ignore them and walk away no matter what they say or do. The chances that this will happen are very low, but stay alert. ESN - ERASMUS STUDENT NETWORK Erasmus Student Network Serbia is a non-governmental organization, a part of Erasmus Student Network, the biggest student association in Europe which is present in more than 40 countries. At the moment, ESN Serbia itself unites 3 sections from the largest cities in the country: Belgrade, Novi Sad, and Niš. ESN Serbia is run by the National Board, which consists of six voluntary positions - President, Vice President, National Representative, Treasurer, Communications Manager, and National Project Coordinator, whose work is supported by the National Web Master and the National Communication Committee. The sections meet twice a year for National Platforms, where their members meet ESNers from all over the country, share best practices, vote on new policies and the new National Board, as well as take part in workshops where they develop their soft skills. ESN Serbia is regularly represented at the various international meetings and conferences of ESN by the National Board and/or section representatives, as well as conferences in Serbia. 23

25 Our goals are: creating the environment for personal improvement based on the principle students helping students ; improving the social and cultural integration of international students; promoting intercultural understanding and respect for wide cultural diversity; promoting students mobility and its accessibility; motivating and preparing local students for mobility and studying abroad; helping students reintegration into community after their studies abroad; data collecting, analyzing and evaluating quality of the mobility programs; promoting voluntary activities and active public spirit; promoting sport and healthy lifestyle among international and local students; providing an intercultural experience also to those students who cannot access a period abroad ( internationalization at home ). If you still haven t made a decision on studying in our country, but would like to know more about which programs at Serbian universities are available in English or other foreign languages, visit the Study in Serbia website. Besides the information about study programs, you can find more information about everyday life in Serbia. Once you have decided to come to our country, members of the Erasmus Student Network Serbia are at your disposal to give you all the information you need and redirect you to the person in charge for any query you might have. What do you have to do? Find a local ESN section of your host university and contact them for all the practical tips and pieces of information you might need. Also, you can request a Buddy - a local student which is volunteering in the local section, which will be in charge for providing all the relevant information to you. Note that, depending on the ESN country, the Buddies are marked as Student Mentors or Tandem Partners. As far as Serbia is concerned, we are using the most widespread term Buddy. Having a personal Buddy is the best way to integrate into the local community at the beginning of your stay in a new country. But that is not all... Besides having a buddy to support you during your stay in Serbia, you can also enjoy various discounts by getting an ESNcard. Our international, national and local partners are there to provide you with products and services at very affordable prices. Contact the local ESN section for more information on how to get the benefits of the ESNcard. Contact ESN Belgrade (Erasmus Student Network) office, at Megatrend University office no. 65, Bulevar maršala Tolbuhina 8, Belgrade; Website: Telephone: office.belupgrade@esn.rs 24

26 MINI DICTIONARY English Serbian Pronunciation Yes Da dah No Ne neh Please Molim moleem Thank you Hvala Vam hvahlah vahm Thank you very much Hvala lepo hvahlah lehpo Good morning Dobro jutro dobro yootro Good afternoon Dobar dan dobahr dahn Good night Laku noć dah Hello Zdravo zdrahvo Good bye Do viđenja doveejehñah What is your name Kako se zovete kahko seh zovehteh Bye Zbogom zbohgohm My name is... Zovem se... zovehm seh... How are you? (formal) Kako ste? kahko steh How are you? (informal) Kako si? kahko sih Fine thanks, and you? Dobro hvala, a vi/ti? dobro hvahla, ah vee/ tee I understand Razumem rahzoomehm I don t understand Ne razumem neh rahzoomehm Do you speak english? Govorite li engleski govoreeteh lee ehnglehskee I speak a little Serbian Govorim malo srpski jezik govoreem mahlo serpskee yehzeek A beer please Jedno pivo molim jednoh peevoh moleem How much does it cost? Koliko kosta? kohleeko koshta? CONTACT Megatrend University, Bulevar maršala Tolbuhina 8, Belgrade; Phone: and Website: univerzitet@megatrend.edu.rs International cooperation office, office no. 1, Bulevar maršala Tolbuhina 8, Belgrade; Phone: Website: international@megatrend.edu.rs 25

27 Made by: Dušan Živković Valentina Radojčić Danilo Čolaković 2018