Fuel and petrol stations in Serbia
Which fuel to buy, how to pay at the station and what to check in your rental car before you leave.
Which fuel your car needs
The fuel type is in the contract and usually on the fuel cap. Filling the wrong fuel (petrol instead of diesel or the other way round) is not covered by insurance, so at your first stop check the label and ask an attendant if you are unsure. What to check in the car at pick-up: the checklist.
What the fuel is called
Petrol 95 is labelled BMB 95 and diesel is called Evrodizel (Euro diesel). Some stations also sell higher-octane petrol (BMB 100) and autogas (TNG). Use autogas only if the car is built for it.
Station networks
The largest network in Serbia is NIS (the NIS Petrol and Gazprom brands). You will often see OMV, MOL, Lukoil, EKO and others. Stations on the main roads are open round the clock; in small towns and in the countryside the hours are shorter.
How to pay
Most stations accept bank cards and cash. Cards issued by Russian banks, as a rule, do not work abroad, so keep cash in dinars and a card from a foreign bank. Many stations also sell and top up the electronic TAG device for toll roads. On paying tolls: toll roads.
Fuel prices
Fuel prices in Serbia change every week, so we do not give them here. Check the current figures at the station or on the operator's website. Before you return the car, check in the contract what fuel level it must have.
Pick a car
Choose the city and dates: the price has no hidden fees. The contract is signed directly with the rental company.
Frequently asked questions
What are BMB 95 and Evrodizel?
BMB 95 is petrol with an octane rating of 95. Evrodizel is standard diesel fuel.
What if I put in the wrong fuel?
Do not start the engine, tell the rental company and call a tow truck. Such damage is, as a rule, not covered by insurance.
Can I pay by card at the station?
Yes, cards from foreign banks are accepted, but those from Russian banks, as a rule, do not work. Keep some cash in dinars.
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Rental terms are set by the rental company. This page is for reference: entry and document rules change, so check current information before you travel.