GoMontenegro Visa Requirements

Visa Entry

1. Visa Notice

Chinese citizens holding diplomatic or official passports are exempt from visa requirements for travel to Montenegro. According to the Montenegrin Government Gazette No. 23 of 2017, starting from April 15, 2017, Chinese citizens holding official ordinary passports can enter and transit Montenegro without a visa and stay for no more than 30 days with a specific format invitation letter issued by the Montenegrin legal entity; Chinese citizens holding ordinary (private) passports can enter and transit Montenegro without a visa and stay for no more than 30 days when traveling in groups, with proof of paid itinerary, transportation receipts for returning to China or going to a third country, and other certificates issued by travel agencies. The travel group referred to here refers to a group of travel agencies that have signed a Montenegrin tourism market access agreement between China and Montenegro (and the agreement has been certified by the Montenegrin Ministry of Sustainable Development and Tourism). Before participating in a tour group, tourists must confirm with the travel agency whether they have the qualifications to receive visa free entry for Black China tourist groups as mentioned above. If it is a one-day trip from a third country to Black Sea and does not stay overnight, that is, a tour group that cannot provide relevant "paid itinerary arrangements", this visa facilitation policy is not applicable.

In addition, Chinese citizens holding regular and official passports, as well as multiple valid Schengen, US, UK, Ireland visas, or legal residence permits in the aforementioned regions and countries, do not need to apply for a Montenegrin entry visa and can stay in Montenegro for no more than 30 days (while not exceeding the visa validity period).

Holders of official and regular passports can apply for visa types when traveling to Montenegro:

(1) Airport Transit Visa (A)

(2) Transit Visa (B)

(3) Short term residence visa (C) is used for tourism, business, and other purposes, with a stay of no more than 90 days.

(4) Long term residence visa (D) is used for business, technical cooperation and other purposes, with a stay of 90 to 180 days.

When applying for a visa, the following materials are required:

a. Valid passport

b. 1 small 2-inch photo

c. Invitation letter or guarantee letter

d. Hotel booking

e. Bank Deposit Certificate

f. Round trip airfare

g. Health insurance

h. Delivery of Consular Fee Certificate

i. Other relevant certificates for visa application

2. Entry and Exit Notice

Epidemic prevention regulations during the epidemic: in view of the development situation of COVID-19, Montenegro has implemented entry and epidemic prevention regulations including the following provisions.

(1) All passengers entering Montenegro from countries and regions other than Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Serbia, Northern Macedonia, Russia, Belarus, Ukraine, Switzerland, Moldova, Israel, the European Union and Kosovo (passengers here refer to citizens of the above countries and regions, or foreigners with residence permits in the above countries and regions, or passengers who have stayed in the above countries and regions for at least 15 consecutive days before entering Montenegro), must hold the negative result of PCR test for SARS-CoV-2 issued by a regular medical institution as of entry within 72 hours, or COVID-19 IgG antibody issued as of entry within 30 days. Positive result of IgG antibody test for SARS-CoV-2 Or the certificate that the second dose of COVID-19 vaccine has been inoculated for more than 14 days at the time of entry. The report needs to be issued in English or Montenegrin. The Montenegrin authorities have the final interpretation on whether passengers can enter the country.

(2) Wearing a mask is required when going to various indoor public places and taking public transportation (including taxis).

(3) All types of merchants strictly limit traffic, and maintain a 2-meter social distance in various indoor and outdoor public places.

(4) It is prohibited to hold various indoor and outdoor gatherings such as weddings and birthdays.

(5) Visiting medical, social security, welfare and other institutions is prohibited.

(6) If respiratory infection symptoms occur, it is recommended to first contact the nearby hospital by phone and follow the doctor's advice, and not rush to medical institutions. The above regulations are still being dynamically adjusted. Please make sure to use the complete version of the epidemic prevention regulations published on the official website of the Montenegrin government（ https://www.covidodgovor.me/me/opste-mjere and https://www.covidodgovor.me/me/putovanja ）To be accurate. The Chinese Embassy in Montenegro reminds Chinese citizens who plan to come to Montenegro to comply with Montenegro's entry and epidemic prevention regulations, strengthen protection, be careful, arrange their itinerary properly, and avoid unnecessary losses caused by planning errors. If you experience discomfort such as fever, cough, shortness of breath during the dark period, you should immediately contact the medical institution and follow the doctor's advice to take the next steps. Montenegro 24-hour emergency call: 124, 1616 for COVID-19 information (8-23 o'clock every day).

Driving into Montenegro requires submission of the vehicle's international insurance card and relevant documents. For specific details, please consult the Embassy of Montenegro in China.

Montenegro does not implement a visa on arrival system. Black visas can only be obtained through application at Montenegrin embassies and consulates abroad. Due to urgent humanitarian reasons and obtaining special permission from the Border Police Department of the Black State Police, black visas can be issued to foreign citizens at black border ports.

Customs epidemic prevention and control

Montenegro is committed to joining the European Union, and its customs regulations are gradually aligning with those of EU member states, with stricter restrictions. Passengers who bring personal belongings into the country do not need to declare, and are not allowed to bring animal derived food (such as meat, meat products, milk, dairy products). They can only bring a maximum of $10000 (equivalent) in cash each time they enter or exit the country, and must declare it to customs if it exceeds the limit. Valuable professional and technical equipment must be declared upon entry. Animals must have an international quarantine certificate upon entry, and no plants are allowed to be brought into the country without approval. If prohibited items are carried without declaration, the customs has the right to confiscate the items and impose fines depending on the situation.

Residency and Naturalization

1. According to the length of residency, residency in Montenegro is divided into three categories: short-term residency within 90 days; Temporary residency; Long term residency.

(1) Regarding short-term residency within 90 days

C visa holders can stay in Montenegro continuously or cumulatively for 90 days within 180 days. If the visa is valid multiple times, they can re-enter Montenegro and reside there again after 180 days.

(2) Regarding Temporary Residence

a. Foreigners who stay in the black for more than 90 days and for the following purposes should apply for temporary residence permits: family reunion; Accept secondary and higher education; Participate in international student exchange programs; Participate in internships or training; Participate in scientific research activities; Receive treatment; Humanitarian reasons; Handling real estate; Engage in religious activities.

The Ministry of Internal Affairs shall give a reply on whether to approve the application within 40 days after the foreigner submits the application. The period of validity of the temporary residence permit shall not exceed one year. Foreigners can apply to the Ministry of Internal Affairs for extension 30 days before the expiration of the temporary residence permit. The period of validity of the temporary residence permit can be extended for another year after approval.

b. Foreigners who have stayed in the black for more than 90 days and are engaged in long-term work, seasonal work and temporary secondment work shall apply for temporary residence and work permits. Foreigners shall apply to the Ministry of Internal Affairs at their place of residence. Foreigners holding Class D visas shall apply to the Ministry of Internal Affairs within 10 days after obtaining the visa. The Ministry of Internal Affairs shall approve the application within 20 days of submission. If the applicant fails to take the permit within 5 days after approval, it shall be deemed as an automatic waiver.

Temporary residence and work permit for long-term work: the validity period shall not exceed one year. At the latest 30 days before the expiration, foreigners or employers shall apply to the Ministry of Internal Affairs for extension in the residence or work place, and the extension can be extended for another year upon approval.

Temporary residence and work permit for seasonal work: valid for no more than 6 months and not spanning years; If the validity period is less than 6 months, it can be extended to 6 months after application.

c. Temporary secondment refers to foreigners who are engaged in abnormal work within the territory of Montenegro for a limited period of time.

d. The conditions for applying for temporary residence permit, temporary residence permit, and work permit are: having sufficient funds to sustain their livelihood; Having a fixed residence; Having health insurance; Not affecting national security, public order, and public health.

e. Cancellation of temporary residence permit: violation of entry regulations for foreigners; Operating or working without a license, or violating the Alien Law; Engaging in activities that do not match the temporary residency status; Being required to leave the country within a specified period or being expelled from the country; Temporary residency expires; No valid reason for applying for temporary residence; Staying outside of Montenegro for more than 90 days during the temporary residency period.

(3) Regarding long-term residency

a. Foreigners who have obtained temporary residence permits or temporary residence and work permits and have resided in Montenegro for more than five consecutive years shall apply for long-term residence permits. Continuous residence refers to the period of temporary residence in Montenegro, where the cumulative time of leaving Montenegro does not exceed 10 months or the continuous period does not exceed 6 months. But the following time is not included in the 5-year period: the time spent in black receiving secondary and higher education; The time spent managing real estate in the dark; The time spent on seasonal or temporary secondment work in the dark. In addition, children born to at least one parent with a long-term residence permit automatically have a long-term residence permit.

b. The conditions for applying for a long-term residence permit are: holding a valid travel document; Not violating Montenegrin laws; Not violating the laws of the country issuing the travel document; Having funds to sustain one's livelihood; Having health insurance; Having a fixed residence; Not posing a threat to the national security, public order, and public health of Montenegro; I already have a temporary residence permit.

c. Application: Foreigners submit long-term residence applications to the Ministry of Internal Affairs at their places of residence.

d. Approval: The Ministry of Internal Affairs should approve the application within 6 months of submission.

e. Replacement: The validity period of the long-term residence permit is 5 years, and the validity period of the long-term residence permit for children under 4 years old is 2 years. Foreigners shall apply for changing the permit 30 days before the expiration of the permit at the latest.

2. Nationality and immigration policies:

Foreigners may apply for Montenegrin nationality under the following circumstances:

(1) Having resided continuously in Montenegro for more than 5 years, with a fixed job and stable income;

(2) Marriage with Montenegrin for more than 3 years;

(3) If one parent is Montenegrin, their child naturally has Montenegrin nationality;

(4) Minors adopted by Montenegrins;

(5) Born in Montenegro, the parents are foreigners, and at least one parent is also born in Montenegro;

For more information on visa applications, residence permits, and entry policies, please refer to the website of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Montenegro: http://www.mup.gov.me/ministarstvo , or call the Foreign Affairs Office of the Montenegrin Police Department at 00382-20-202895.

Montenegro's risk level is blue (low risk)

public security

The overall security situation in Montenegro is good at present, but there are occasional cases of burglary and theft. Montenegrins are generally friendly to Chinese people. In case of an accident, please immediately report to the police at the location of the incident (phone number: 122) and contact my embassy in Montenegro as soon as possible.

Individuals coming to the underworld should pay attention to keeping their personal belongings safe, avoid carrying large amounts of cash, and prepare copies of their passport front page and visa page in advance. When approached by passersby, do not easily engage in conversation and pay attention to strengthening self-protection awareness.

natural disaster

Montenegro is an earthquake prone area with occasional minor earthquakes. On January 4, 2018, a magnitude 5.2 earthquake occurred in the Prav area of Montenegro. The summer weather is hot, with occasional wildfires; In winter, the central and southern regions experience continuous rainy weather, while the northern mountainous areas are snowy and the roads are slippery.

FDA

Due to the impact of depleted uranium pollution, it is best not to directly drink municipal water supply. Individuals who come to the black market should try to purchase bottled water from supermarkets. Large and medium-sized restaurants in Montenegro have good food hygiene conditions and try to avoid dining at roadside stalls as much as possible.

Urgent Help

Capital Podgorica Tracking Station: 1181

Black Mountain police hotline: 122

Montenegro Medical Emergency Hotline: 124

Black Mountain Rescue Hotline: 112

Trailer service: 237184

Global Consular Protection and Services Emergency Call Center of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs: 0086-10-12308 or 0086-10-65612308

Phone number of the Embassy in Montenegro: 0038220609927500382206092760038269183007 (emergency)

Hong Kong SAR Government Immigration Department Assistance Hotline for Hong Kong Residents Outside: 00852-1868

Macau SAR Public Security Police Service Hotline for Overseas Macau Residents Encountering Document Issues: 00853-2857-3333

air traffic

Montenegro currently has two airports, namely Podgorica Airport and Tivat Airport.

The capital city of Podgorica has regular flights with Vienna, Frankfurt, Paris, Rome, Istanbul, etc. Please check the flight information in advance and make travel plans. There are no direct flights to China. You can take a taxi to and from Podgorica Airport, and it takes about 15 minutes to drive from the airport to the city center. There is currently no airport shuttle bus available. Tivat Airport is the largest airport in China in terms of throughput, with busy takeoffs and landings during the peak tourist season. Podgorica Airport phone: 00382-20-444244, Tivat Airport phone: 00382-32-670930. Official websites of each airport: http://www.montenegroairports.com/ .

land transport

Montenegro is connected to the Serbian capital Belgrade by railways and highways, and to Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Croatia by roads. However, Montenegro has numerous mountains and poor road conditions, with many mountain roads, bends, and slopes, which pose certain risks to driving, take a long time to travel, and easily lead to motion sickness and discomfort.

A Chinese driver's license can be used for a short period of time in Montenegro (it needs to be translated into English or Montenegrin and notarized), but it must be confirmed with the rental company in advance. The traffic rules in Montenegro are roughly the same as those in China, driving on the right, but daytime driving requires turning on the headlights. In some urban areas of Montenegro, there are no sidewalks on either side of the roads and streets. Pedestrians should pay attention to safety. Montenegrins drive faster and are prone to frequent car accidents. If choosing to drive in Montenegro, it is necessary to bring personal documents such as driving license, driver's license, and insurance. Local traffic rules should be strictly followed, and drivers should drive slowly and at a low speed to avoid traffic accidents as much as possible. If a traffic accident occurs while traveling by car, the first thing to do is to report it to the nearest police station. Regardless of who is responsible, do not leave until the police arrive and do your best to protect the scene. In winter, the weather in the north is harsh with ice and snow, while in the south it is rainy and the roads are damp. It is important to pay attention to driving safety.

water communication

Water transportation can lead from Bar and Kotor ports in Montenegro to coastal cities in Italy and other countries, mostly through seasonal ferries.

Contact information for booking tickets: 00382-30-303469 (Bar).

Urban transportation

The transportation in the capital city of Podgorica is relatively convenient, with buses and taxis scattered throughout the main areas of the city. But the condition of public buses is generally poor, and there are no prominent signs at the stations. Taxis can be hailed or arranged by phone. They usually arrive within 3 minutes after booking, with a starting price of 1 euro and a mileage of 0.35 euros per kilometer. Capital taxi reservation hotline: 19700, 19701, 19704, etc.

major city

1. Podgorica: the capital of Montenegro, with an area of 1500 square kilometers and a permanent population of approximately 187000. It is the main gateway connecting coastal areas with the interior and the political and economic center of Montenegro. The city has a small scale and convenient transportation.

2. Cetinje: the ancient capital and religious and historical center of Montenegro, holding an irreplaceable and noble position in the hearts of Montenegrins. The presidential palace is also located in the city.

3. Budva: The main tourist gathering place in Montenegro. In ancient times, the location of present-day Budva was once a small island. As time goes by, the small island gradually connects with the land. In the 9th century, the Illyrians who settled here built a tight city defense system. During the Venetian rule, Budva's commerce and navigation industry were quite developed, with its own shipyard and merchant fleet. Modern Budva has become the most famous tourist city in Montenegro, with clean and tidy streets, peaceful and beautiful harbors, deep and distant ancient cities, and its affiliated Saint Stefan Island and beach resorts. During the peak summer tourism season, it can attract hundreds of thousands of tourists for sightseeing.

4. Kotor: a famous coastal city in Montenegro. Kochi was once a settlement of the Ilyas, but was later ruled by Greece, Rome, Byzantium, and Venice. The city has well preserved medieval buildings from the Mediterranean region. The most famous landscape among them is the ancient city wall that was continuously built from the 9th century to the 18th century. The Kotor Fjord and the ancient city are UNESCO World Heritage Sites, respectively. The defense works of the Venetian Republic from the 15th to the 17th century in Kotor are also UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Commodity prices

The local products in Montenegro mainly include wine, olives, grapes, bacon, ham, etc. Prices are higher than in China. The circulating currency is Euro. Banks and financial services have a wide coverage, and withdrawing large amounts of cash requires at least 2 days' prior notice to the bank. Visa and Master cards can be used in major cities in Montenegro, and UnionPay cards are currently not accepted.

Insurance Medical

The local medical level is average. There are hospitals and medical stations in various places, and the fees are relatively reasonable. Pharmacies are located on various streets of the city, and prescription drugs can only be purchased at pharmacies with a doctor's prescription.

The main hospital contact information is:

1. National Emergency Center: 00382-20-412412;

2. CODRA Private Hospital: 00382-20-648335.

Montenegrin citizens enjoy medical insurance. Foreigners with legal residence in Montenegro shall apply for medical insurance.

Customs taboos

Black Mountain dining generally follows Western etiquette without any special taboos. When visiting a friend's home in Montenegro, one should be punctual and prepare souvenirs. The three meal schedule in Montenegro is different from that in China, with breakfast after 10:30, lunch between 15:00-16:00, and dinner around 21:00.

Montenegro is a multi-ethnic country, and special attention should be paid to the rituals of various ethnic groups as well as different faiths such as Eastern Orthodox, Catholic, and Islamic.

Communications Power

1. Power supply voltage: German standard 220V, circular hole socket

2. Country code: 00382

Fixed line telephone dialing method: 00382+city area code (excluding the first 0)+phone number

Mobile dialing method: 00382+phone number (excluding the first 0)

3. Internet services cover a wide range, and major hotels provide Internet services with good Internet speed.

4. The mobile phone standard is GSM, which is compatible with Chinese mobile phones.

contact information

1. Help hotline

Black Mountain police hotline: 122

Montenegro Medical Emergency Hotline: 124

Black Mountain Rescue Hotline: 112

2. Main government departments:

Government: http://www.gov.me

Ministry of Foreign Affairs: http://www.mvp.gov.me/ministarstvo

Ministry of Sustainable Development and Tourism: http://www.mrt.gov.me/ministarstvo

Ministry of Internal Affairs: http://www.mup.gov.me/ministarstvo

3. Public service institutions:

National Radio Station: http://rtcg.me/

Victory Report: http://www.pobjeda.co.me

Message report: http://www.vijesti.me

Capital Podgorica Telephone: 1181

Podgorica Airport telephone: 00382-20-444244; website: http://www.montenegroairports.com/ .

Capital Podgorica Railway Station telephone: 00382-20-441211.

The telephone number for the long-distance bus station in Podgorica, the capital, is 00382-20-620430.

Contact numbers for taxi hailing services: 19700, 19701, 19704.

Trailer service hotline: 237184.