Montenegro Visa and Passport Requirements
| Passport required | Return ticket required | Visa Required | |
|---|---|---|---|
| EU | See below | No | No |
| USA | Yes | Yes | No |
| British | Yes | Yes | No |
| Australian | Yes | Yes | No |
| Canadian | Yes | Yes | No |
Passports
Montenegro is not a member of the European Union or the Schengen Area, but it is a candidate for EU membership and maintains close border cooperation with EU countries.
EU and EEA nationals: Citizens of EU and EEA countries may enter Montenegro with a valid passport or national ID card for stays of up to 90 days within a 180-day period.
Non-EU nationals: Travellers must have a passport issued within the past ten years, valid for at least three months beyond the intended stay, and may be asked to show proof of onward travel, accommodation, and sufficient funds.
All foreign nationals must register their place of stay with the local police within 24 hours of arrival in Montenegro. Hotels and licensed accommodation providers will usually register guests automatically. Travellers staying in private accommodation must register themselves at the nearest Police Directorate office. Keep the registration confirmation with you until departure.
Passport Note
Passport and visa regulations are subject to change, and airlines may have different requirements. Information is correct at the time of publishing; travellers should check with the relevant embassy before departure, particularly when transiting through a third country. We accept no liability for any inconvenience or loss arising from changes to these requirements.
Visas
EU nationals: Citizens of EU and EEA countries do not need a visa to enter Montenegro for stays of up to 90 days within a 180-day period.
Non-EU nationals: Citizens of the following countries may enter, transit through, and stay in Montenegro for up to 90 days with a valid passport, without a visa:
Albania, Andorra, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Aruba, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Bahamas, Bahrain, Barbados, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, Brunei, Bulgaria, Canada, Chile, China (SAR passport holders: Hong Kong and Macao), Colombia, Costa Rica, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Dominica, El Salvador, Estonia, Finland, France, Georgia, Germany, Greece, Grenada, Guatemala, Honduras, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Kiribati, Kosovo, Kuwait, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Malta, Marshall Islands, Mauritius, Mexico, Micronesia, Moldova, Monaco, Netherlands, Netherlands Antilles, New Zealand, Nicaragua, North Macedonia, Norway, Palau, Panama, Paraguay, Poland, Portugal, Qatar, Romania, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Samoa, San Marino, Saudi Arabia, Serbia, Seychelles, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, Solomon Islands, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Timor-Leste, Tonga, Trinidad and Tobago, Turkey, Tuvalu, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States of America, Uruguay, Vanuatu, and Venezuela.
The visa exemption also applies to holders of valid passports issued by the British Overseas Territories (including Anguilla, Bermuda, the British Virgin Islands, the Cayman Islands, Gibraltar, Montserrat, Saint Helena, and others).
Travellers holding valid visas from the Schengen Area, Australia, Bulgaria, Canada, Ireland, Japan, New Zealand, Romania, the United Kingdom, or the United States may enter, transit through, and stay in Montenegro for up to 30 days or until the visa expires (if its validity is less than 30 days).
Nationals not listed above are advised to contact the nearest Montenegrin embassy or consulate to verify visa requirements.
Types and Cost
Visa fees vary depending on nationality and visa type. Travellers should check with the nearest Montenegrin embassy or consulate for the applicable fee.
Validity
Short-stay visas allow visits of up to 90 days within any 180-day period. Long-stay visas or residence permits are required for longer stays.
Application to
Contact the nearest Montenegrin embassy, consulate, or authorised visa application centre. Applications are typically submitted in person and must include proof of travel, accommodation, and sufficient funds.
Working days
Visa processing generally takes 10–15 working days, though this may vary depending on nationality and application volume. Apply well in advance of travel.
This page reflects our understanding of current rules for the most common types of travel to the said country. However, please note that each authority sets and forces entry rules, hence we strongly recommend that you verify critical information with the relevant embassy before travel.