Internet Speeds in Serbia

🇷🇸 Serbia broadband benchmarks: median download, upload, ping, fibre penetration, and the ISP pages to check before choosing a plan.

Serbia Internet Speed Snapshot

Median Download64.8Mbps
Median Upload42.1Mbps
Median Ping9ms
Global Rank#36fixed broadband
Fibre Penetration38.0%of fixed broadband
Monthly Cost$14average

What Internet Is Like in Serbia

Serbia has one of the most advanced broadband markets in the Western Balkans, with significant fiber rollout in Belgrade and major cities. The country's IT sector is a major export earner, and Belgrade has developed a growing startup scene. Competitive pricing, expanding fiber, and strong technical talent make Serbia an important digital hub for the region.

Serbia's broadband market is led by Telekom Srbija (state-owned), SBB (United Group), and Yettel (formerly Telenor). Fiber rollout has been aggressive in Belgrade and Novi Sad. The national backbone connects all major cities. International connectivity is via terrestrial routes through neighboring countries and submarine cables through Croatia/Slovenia.

Top ISP Speed Tests in Serbia

Provider pages include typical download speed, upload speed, ping, plan notes, common issues, and troubleshooting steps. Use them with your own test results to see whether your connection is limited by your plan, Wi-Fi, or the wider provider network.

Provider Download Upload Ping Technology Details
Telekom Srbija (mts) Mbps Mbps ms FTTH, 5G View speed test →
SBB Mbps Mbps ms HFC Cable, FTTH View speed test →
Yettel Serbia Mbps Mbps ms LTE, 5G View speed test →

How to Compare Your Result Against Serbia

  1. Run a wired speed test first so Wi-Fi does not hide your real line speed.
  2. Compare download and upload separately; many plans have strong download but weak upload.
  3. Check ping and jitter if gaming, video calls, VPNs, or remote desktop feel sluggish.
  4. Test again in the evening to see whether peak-hour ISP congestion is affecting you.
  5. Compare your ISP page against the country median before upgrading or switching.

Serbia Broadband Notes

  • Serbia's IT export revenues exceeded EUR 2 billion in 2023.
  • Belgrade is the largest tech hub in the Western Balkans.
  • Telekom Srbija has been expanding FTTH aggressively as a state priority.
  • Serbia hosts major gaming and software development companies.
  • RATEL enforces net neutrality and competition rules as an EU candidate country.