Electricity220 volts AC. Two-prong round pin attachment plugs as
well as Schuko plugs and receptacles are in use. LanguageSerbian is the official language. TippingTipping is not obligatory in Serbian restaurants, but if you are
satisfied with the service then leave a 10 to 15% tip. At bars and
with taxis leave a tip by rounding off the amount. Safety InformationPolitical tensions in Serbia have risen sharply since July 2011,
meaning unrest in areas like Kosovo and Belgrade is likely.
Travellers are advised to keep informed of current events and avoid
large gatherings. Those travelling to the south and UN-administered
Kosovo are advised to check the local situation before departing.
Kosovo declared independence from Serbia in February 2008, a move
that has been recognised by almost 40 countries including the US
and most of the EU, but has been opposed by Serbia as an 'illegal
act'. Street crime is common in the larger cities so it is wise to
take sensible precautions with valuables. Local CustomsIt is inadvisable to take photographs of any military or police
buildings or operations in Serbia or Kosovo. Homosexuality is
tolerated but open displays of affection between same-sex couples
are frowned upon. Visitors should carry their passports at all
times for identification purposes. BusinessSerbian business people and entrepreneurs are westernised in
their approach and dealings with visitors. Keep in mind that
operations can go slowly due to cumbersome bureaucracy. Most
Serbian businessmen speak English so it is not always necessary to
hire a translator or translate business card. July and August are
summer holidays and it is difficult to reach senior management
during this period. Business hours are 8am to 4pm Monday to
Friday. CommunicationsThe international direct dialling code for Serbia is +381. The
international code for dialling out of Serbia is 99 followed by the
relevant country code (9944 for the United Kin
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