Montenegro
Summary
Before you travel, check the ‘Entry requirements’ section for Montenegro’s current entry restrictions and requirements. These may change with little warning. Monitor this advice for the latest updates and stay in contact with your travel provider.
If you plan to pass through another country to return to the UK, check the travel advice for the country you’re transiting.
On Friday 3 March there was an explosion outside the Basic Court in Podgorica. Local emergency services are at the scene. There may be a heavier police presence than usual in the city following this incident.
It is more important than ever to get travel insurance and check it provides appropriate cover. See the FCDO guidance on foreign travel insurance.
Most visits to Montenegro are trouble-free.
If you’re living in or moving to Montenegro, do visit our Living in Montenegro guide in addition to this travel advice.
Protests and demonstrations occur sporadically in Montenegro, often in front of government or religious buildings and Parliament. See Political situation
Montenegrin authorities have shut down a number of official websites and online services to protect citizens’ data following a cyber attack. You should contact our consular team on +382 20 420 100 if you need assistance as a result of this.
Terrorist attacks in Montenegro can’t be ruled out. See Terrorism
You must register with local police within 24 hours of your arrival in Montenegro. See Registration
Under Montenegrin law you must carry a valid form of ID with you at all times, for example a driving licence, passport or equivalent, otherwise you may be fined. See Local laws and customs
If you are abroad and you need emergency help from the UK government, contact the nearest British embassy, consulate or high commission.
Update history
2024-08-14 09:47
Information on wildfire risks (‘Safety and security’ page).
2024-07-19 11:38
This travel advice was reviewed for style and accuracy.
2024-04-11 16:23
Updated information on passport validity requirements, visa requirements, registering with the local authorities and health insurance cards (‘Entry requirements’ and ‘Health’ pages).
2023-09-07 16:55
This travel advice has been rewritten to make it easier to read and understand.
2023-08-29 16:36
Update on planned protests across Montenegro on 30 August which may cause delays to road travel (‘Summary’ page).
2023-07-27 10:42
Removal of information on COVID-19 measures (‘Coronavirus’ page) and minor updates on ‘Driving regulations’ and ‘Extreme and adventure sports’ (‘Safety and security’ page).
2023-06-22 10:29
Information about the global terrorism risks to British nationals abroad on all FCDO travel advice pages.
2023-03-15 15:22
Update ahead of Presidential elections in Montenegro on Sunday 19 March (‘Summary’ and ‘Safety and security’ pages).
2023-03-03 15:24
Update following an explosion in Podgorica on Friday 3 March (‘Summary’ and ‘Safety and Security’ pages).
2023-02-24 11:15
Various updates in ‘Summary’, ‘Coronavirus’, ‘Safety and security’, ‘Entry requirements’, and ‘Health’ pages.
2022-12-13 16:17
Removal of out of date information about protests taking place in Podgorica on 12 December (‘Safety and security’ page).
2022-12-12 11:46
Updated information about protests taking place in Podgorica on 12 December (‘Safety and security’ page).
2022-12-02 12:25
Updated information about protests taking place in Montenegro (‘Safety and security’ page).
2022-11-16 17:09
Information about protest taking place on 17 November in Podgorica and update on Covid measures in Montenegro (‘Safety and security’ and ‘Coronavirus’ pages).
2022-11-11 15:37
Removal of information about protest taking place on 8 November in Podgorica (‘Safety and security’ page).
2022-11-08 14:05
New information on a protest taking place on 8 November in Podgorica (‘Safety and security’ page).
2022-10-19 10:36
New information on local elections taking place on 23 October in 14 municipalities (‘Safety and Security’ page).
2022-09-03 12:04
Addition of information and advice on protests announced for the morning of Sunday 4 September near Podgorica Airport (‘Safety and Security’ page)
2022-08-26 15:57
Addition of information that a number of Montenegrin government websites and online services are currently not working (‘Summary’ page).
2022-08-18 16:59
Removal of advice relating to a shooting in Cetinje on 12 August (‘Summary’ page)
2022-08-12 21:19
Latest update: On 12 August a shooting took place in Cetinje. (‘Summary’ page)
2022-07-29 16:34
New information on new public health requirements on facemasks to prevent the spread of COVID-19 and update on toll roads in Montenegro (See ‘Coronavirus’ and ‘Safety and security’ pages).
2022-07-08 16:53
Removal of information on protests planned for 7 July
2022-07-07 16:08
Addition of information on protests planned for the evening of 7 July that may cause disruption in Montenegrin towns and on main roads (‘Summary’ and ‘Safety and security’ pages)
2022-04-12 15:56
Update to information on use of face masks and other COVID-19 measures (‘Coronavirus’ page)
2022-03-23 16:25
Updated information on COVID-19 restrictions within Montenegro (‘Coronavirus’ and ‘Entry requirements’ pages)
2022-03-14 11:13
Addition of information on the removal of COVID-related entry requirements for Montenegro. Updated information on COVID restrictions within Montenegro (‘Entry requirements’ and ‘Coronavirus’ pages)
2022-03-08 17:53
Update to information on entry requirements for travel to Montenegro (‘Entry requirements’ page)
2022-02-25 14:26
Removal of information on a political protest that took place on 24 February (‘Safety and security’ page)
2022-02-24 10:24
Information on a political protest that has been announced for the evening of 24 February across 15 municipalities (‘Safety and security’ page)
2022-02-18 16:44
Update on recent political protests (‘Safety and security’ page) and changes to domestic COVID measures (‘Coronavirus’ page)