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When importing goods from China, it is crucial to ensure that the product meets the agreed specifications before leaving the factory. Product inspection and testing before shipment help identify potential issues, prevent costly returns, and guarantee that you receive exactly what you ordered. Whether you are importing electronics, textiles, furniture, or any other type of goods, inspection is an essential step that can save you time, money, and protect your reputation.

In this text, we will explain in detail what the inspection process looks like, why it is important, and how you can make the most of this service to ensure the quality of your products.

The Free Trade Agreement between Serbia and China, which came into force on 01.07.2024, represents a significant event in economic cooperation between these two countries. This agreement eliminates or reduces tariffs on a large number of products, opening new opportunities for Serbian exporters in the Chinese market, as well as for Chinese investments in Serbia. The agreement covers a wide range of sectors, including industrial products, agriculture and services, with the aim of increasing bilateral trade and economic cooperation. Read more about the agreement and tariff reductions on the page Customs duties on imports from China to Serbia
In this text, we want to draw your attention to the document you need to apply the agreement to goods you import from China or export to China.

Interstate agreements regulate relations between two states, and it has been previously known that Serbia and later Bosnia and Herzegovina have a visa-free regime with China. However, states have the right to conduct their own visa-free policies, meaning they can allow other nationals visa-free entry into their country.

The Agreement between the Government of the Republic of Serbia and the Government of the People's Republic of China on the Abolition of Visas for Holders of Ordinary Passports was signed on November 5, 2016. A visa is not required for stays of up to 30 days from the date of entry into China.
As of May 29, 2018, holders of valid ordinary passports of the PRC and holders of valid ordinary passports of Bosnia and Herzegovina are exempt from the obligation to obtain a visa for entry, exit, stay, or transit through the territory of the other contracting party.

The General Office of the State Council issued a statement on November 12, 2024, regarding holidays in 2025. Compared to 2024, the number of public holidays for all citizens has been increased by two days, specifically one extra day for Chinese New Year and another for May 1.
According to the announcement, in 2025, the Spring Festival will have eight days off, the Labor Day holiday will last five days, and National Day and Mid-Autumn Festival have been combined, offering eight days off together.
According to the Western calendar for 2025, Chinese New Year falls on January 29, 2025, and lasts until February 16, 2026. During this period, the Chinese zodiac marks the start of the Year of the Snake — more specifically, the Year of the Wood Snake.

At the beginning of November 2019, the Prime Minister of Serbia, Ana Brnabić, said in Hangzhou, after visiting the company "Alibaba", that she hopes that in the next few months it will be possible to pay via "Alipay" in Serbia.

Just under 6 months later, payment by QR code by phone came to life in Serbia, which means that consumers will be able to pay for goods and services at most points of sale and facilities that currently accept cards.