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Danube near Belgrade
Wels Catfish 100+ kgPike-perch
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Serbia.
Fishing in Serbia 2026: Permits, Best Spots, Charters & Costs
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target species
Yes
license needed
Feb–Oct
best season
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Do you need a license?
License
Yes.
Day ticket: From 500-1,000 RSD (~5-10 EUR). Annual ticket: From 3,000 RSD (~25 EUR).
›All license details
- Where to apply?
- At the Serbian Angling Association (RSS) or at local angling clubs.
- Cost
- Day ticket: From 500-1,000 RSD (~5-10 EUR). Annual ticket: From 3,000 RSD (~25 EUR).
- Validity
- Day, weekly or annual tickets
- Available online?
- No
Serbia offers excellent catfish and carp fishing on the Danube and Sava at very affordable prices. The licensing system is simple. Belgrade is located at the confluence of the Danube and Sava — a hotspot!
When to go?
The season at a glance.
Best season
Catfish: June-October. Carp: May-September. Trout: April-September.
Where to fish?
The top waters.
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Sava
Wels CatfishCarpBorder river
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Drina
HuchenTroutBorder river to Bosnia
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Djerdap/Iron Gates
Danube gorgeWels Catfish
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Zlatibor Lakes
TroutMountain landscape
What's biting?
Your target species.
The rules.
Four things you need to know.
Closed seasons
Closed seasons
Catfish: May-June. Pike: February-April. Zander: March-April. Trout: October-March.
Catch limits
Catch limits
Catfish: 1/day. Carp: 2/day. Zander: 3/day. Pike: 2/day.
Prohibited methods
Prohibited methods
Dynamite, poison forbidden. Live baitfish allowed.
Catch & release
Catch & release
Increasingly accepted. Recommended for large catfish.
What does it cost?
5-10 €
License
5-10 EUR/day or 25 EUR/year. Very affordable!
60-150 €
Guide per day
60-150 EUR/day incl. boat.
20-40 €
Daily budget
Budget: 20-40 EUR (extremely affordable!). Comfort: 80-150 EUR.
Bite times
The best fishing times — free.
Best fishing times
·Serbia44.02°, 21.01°
🎣 Live catches in serbien
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All the details
The fine print.
License in detail
At the Serbian Angling Association (RSS) or at local angling clubs. — Serbia offers excellent catfish and carp fishing on the Danube and Sava at very affordable prices. The licensing system is simple. Belgrade is located at the confluence of the Danube and Sava — a hotspot!
Rules in detail
The Danube near Belgrade and the Sava are hotspots for giant catfish. Catfish over 100 kg are regularly caught!
Freshwater
Danube, Sava, Drina — large rivers with giant catfish. Mountain streams with trout and huchen.
Saltwater
No sea access (landlocked country).
Equipment
Basic equipment available in Belgrade. Bring heavy catfish gear.
Guides
Danube catfish guide: 80-150 EUR/day incl. boat. Trout guide: 60-100 EUR/day.
Getting there
Flight to Belgrade. Rental car affordable. Good highways.
Safety
Safe country. Note Danube current.
Customs & fish export
Not an EU member. Angling equipment easy to import. Visa-free for EU citizens (90 days).
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All information without guarantee. Always check with the official local authorities. Not legal advice. Last updated: May 8, 2026
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