Research / Scientist in Republic of Kosovo
One documented route of this kind in Republic of Kosovo, with its conditions, documents, official government fees and process.
Scientific Research Residence
Temporary residence for researchers hosted by a licensed Kosovo institution, requiring an invitation and a hosting agreement in addition to the higher-education residence conditions.
- Processing time
- DCAM decision within 30 days of a complete file
- Validity
- Temporary residence typically up to 1 year, renewable
- Language requirement
- No language test for research residence; Albanian/Serbian written knowledge required later at PR/naturalization
- Permanent residence
- Permanent residence after 5 years of continuous temporary residence
- Citizenship
- Naturalization after 5 years' continuous residence following permanent residence
Requirements
- Valid travel document (validity at least 3 months beyond the permit period)
- Invitation from a licensed Kosovo institution
- Hosting agreement specifying research purpose, obligations, and duration
- Proof of sufficient means of subsistence
- Proof of accommodation / residential address
- Certificate of not being under investigation, translated into an official language
- Health insurance
- No entry ban to Kosovo
Required Documents
- Valid travel document required
- Invitation from a licensed Kosovo institution required
- Hosting agreement (research title/purpose, obligations, start/end dates) required
- Proof of sufficient means of subsistence required
- Proof of accommodation / residential address required
- Certificate of not being under investigation, translated required
- Health insurance required
Official fees
- Temporary residence administrative tax 10 EUR
Process Steps
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1
Secure host institution
Obtain an invitation and signed hosting agreement from a licensed Kosovo research institution.
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2
Assemble documents
Gather the higher-education residence documents plus the invitation and hosting agreement.
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3
Apply via eKosova
Submit the application online and attend the DCAM appointment with biometrics.
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4
Receive decision
Receive the DCAM decision within 30 days and collect the residence card.