Digital nomad visa
Montenegro
Boravak za digitalne nomade
Verified August 28, 2026 against official sources
Programme conditions
Temporary residence permit for digital nomads with a validity period of up to two years
Who qualifies
A foreigner who is employed or works electronically for a foreign company or his own company not registered in Montenegro
Working for local clients
The permit is based on working for a foreign employer or one's own company not registered in Montenegro, implying no work for local employers
Family
Close family members may join the digital nomad: spouses, their minor children born in or out of wedlock, children of one spouse, and adopted children up to 18 years old
Documents
- Proof of financial means of support
- Proof of accommodation provided
- Proof of health insurance
- Valid foreign travel document or identity card with validity at least three months longer than the permit period
- Proof of no unconditional prison sentence of more than six months for an ex officio prosecutable offense
- Employment contract or other document proving electronic work for a foreign company or one's own company not registered in Montenegro
Applying & insurance
How to apply
The application is submitted personally to the Ministry of Interior at the place of residence on the prescribed form
Insurance
Proof of health insurance is required (coverage amount not specified)
Taxes & renewal
Renewal and residence
The permit is issued for up to two years and can be extended for a maximum of two more years; a new permit can be issued six months after the previous one expires. The extension request must be submitted in person no later than 30 days before the permit expires
Frequently asked questions
What income or savings are required?
Proof of financial means of support is required (no specific amount stated)
Can family members join?
Close family members may join the digital nomad: spouses, their minor children born in or out of wedlock, children of one spouse, and adopted children up to 18 years old
Can I work for local companies?
The permit is based on working for a foreign employer or one's own company not registered in Montenegro, implying no work for local employers
Programme at a glance
- Duration
- up to 2 years + a 2-year renewal
- Income
- income threshold — see the official page
- Savings
- Proof of financial means of support is required (no specific amount stated)
- Stay
- A foreigner who submits a proper application before the expiration of the 90-day stay may remain in Montenegro until the decision is issued
- Processing
- The permit is issued by a regional unit or branch of the Ministry of Internal Affairs within 40 days from the date of proper application submission