Who certifies the sale contract?

A public notary, who then sends the contract to the cadastre to register the new owner.

Where can I see whether the apartment has a mortgage?

In section G of the title deed, where encumbrances and restrictions are recorded.

Can an apartment in the complex be rented to guests?

Yes, with the accommodation categorised by the municipality and guests registered through eTurista. Check the complex rules in advance.

For buyers

Buying an apartment in Kraljevi Cardaci.

Updated 2 November 2026.

A short list of what a buyer of an apartment on Kopaonik checks before signing. This is not legal advice; for a specific case, consult a lawyer or a public notary in Serbia.

Land registry

Check that the apartment is registered in the real estate cadastre and who is registered as the owner. Basic data about the plot and the building can be viewed publicly on the eKatastar service of the Republic Geodetic Authority.

Ask the seller for an extract from the title deed (list nepokretnosti) and compare the area and layout with what you see at the viewing.

Encumbrances

Encumbrances and restrictions, such as a mortgage or a pending dispute, are recorded in section G of the title deed.

An apartment with an encumbrance can be bought, but the contract should state when and from which payment it is removed, before the rest of the price is paid.

Contract and tax

In Serbia, a property sale contract is certified (solemnised) by a public notary, who then sends it to the cadastre to register the new owner.

When buying from a private person, a property transfer tax of 2.5% applies. By law the seller pays it, unless the contract says otherwise. On the first sale of a new apartment by a developer, VAT is charged instead.

Costs after the purchase

Before deciding, ask about the costs that remain after the purchase:

maintenance of common areas and complex services
electricity, heating and water
annual property tax
insurance, if you plan to have it

Renting to guests

If you plan to rent the apartment, the accommodation must be categorised by the local municipality and guests are registered through the eTurista system. The tourist tax is set by the municipality.

Check the complex rules for renting, reception and spa use by apartment guests in advance, preferably in writing.

Apartment 11/61

Apartment 11/61 in the Kraljevi Cardaci Spa complex is listed for sale and rent, with direct contact with the owner.

Ask the owner for the details on this list before the viewing: area, layout, registration, price and running costs.

Frequently asked questions

What tax applies when buying an apartment on Kopaonik?: When buying from a private person, a property transfer tax of 2.5% applies. By law the seller pays it unless the contract says otherwise. On the first sale of a new apartment by a developer, VAT is charged instead.
Who certifies the sale contract?: A public notary, who then sends the contract to the cadastre to register the new owner.
Where can I see whether the apartment has a mortgage?: In section G of the title deed, where encumbrances and restrictions are recorded.
Can an apartment in the complex be rented to guests?: Yes, with the accommodation categorised by the municipality and guests registered through eTurista. Check the complex rules in advance.