Eswatini and Serbia have agreed to implement a visa exemption deal for holders of diplomatic and service passports, in a move aimed at deepening bilateral relations and enhancing official travel between the two nations.
Starting August 13, 2025, government officials from both countries will be able to travel freely without the need for entry visas, following the enforcement of a mutual agreement originally signed in 2022.
According to a statement released by Eswatini’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, “the agreement allows for mutual exemption of visa requirements for official passport holders, streamlining travel for government officials engaged in international duties.”
The ministry further emphasized that the deal would facilitate smoother diplomatic exchanges and strengthen cooperation in key sectors.
“This visa waiver is expected to ease movement for diplomatic missions and foster stronger cooperation in areas of mutual interest,” the statement noted.
Relations between Eswatini and Serbia have remained cordial over the years, marked by growing diplomatic and development cooperation.
In October 2024, King Mswati III met Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić in Belgrade, during which the two countries signed six new agreements covering various fields including health, education, and economic cooperation.
Observers see the latest visa arrangement as a natural progression in the bilateral relationship. It is also expected to encourage more high-level visits and policy dialogue, reinforcing shared interests between the two governments on global and regional platforms.
The Foreign Affairs Ministry reiterated that the visa exemption is part of broader efforts to build stronger international partnerships.
The announcement has been met with optimism by diplomats and foreign affairs analysts who believe it could pave the way for further collaborations in trade, investment, and cultural exchange.
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