Experience the freedom, security, and opportunity that come with obtaining a Montenegro Residency Permit. Whether you’re seeking a temporary stay to work, invest, or enjoy life on the Adriatic coast—or planning for permanent residency as a path toward Montenegrin citizenship—Montenegro offers a clear and efficient application process.
With its competitive tax rates, stunning landscapes, welcoming expat community, and strategic location between Western Europe and the Balkans, Montenegro is a top choice for professionals, entrepreneurs, retirees, and families.
Our expert team will guide you through every stage of your residency journey—ensuring all legal requirements are met, documents are prepared correctly, and your application is processed as quickly as possible.
Montenegro is fast becoming a prime destination for expats, entrepreneurs, retirees, and investors seeking a beautiful, affordable, and strategically located base in Europe. Whether you’re interested in temporary or permanent residency, Montenegro offers a clear process with a range of benefits:
✔ Live, work, and do business legally in Montenegro under your residency permit.
✔ Visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to multiple countries, depending on your passport and residency type.
✔ Competitive tax rates and a business-friendly environment.
✔ Pathway to permanent residency and Montenegrin citizenship for long-term residents who meet legal requirements.
✔ A welcoming international community, modern infrastructure, and stunning coastal and mountain scenery.
Considering making Montenegro your new home? Contact us today to explore your options and start your relocation journey.
How to Obtain Temporary Residency in Montenegro
Montenegro’s Temporary Residency Permit allows you to legally live—and in some cases work—in the country, with a process that is often more straightforward than in many European nations. If you’re seeking a safe, affordable, and business-friendly environment on the Adriatic coast, this could be your perfect gateway.
Who Can Apply?
✔ Business Owners & Entrepreneurs – Register a company in Montenegro and qualify for residency.
✔ Remote Workers & Digital Nomads – Live in Montenegro while working for international clients (if registered as self-employed or via a Montenegrin company).
✔ Property Owners – Apply for residency based on legally owned real estate in Montenegro.
✔ Students & Researchers – Study or conduct research at Montenegrin educational institutions.
✔ Family Reunification – Join a spouse or close family member who is a legal resident or citizen of Montenegro.
Basic Requirements:
📌 A valid legal basis for stay (business, employment, property ownership, study, or family reunification).
📌 Proof of accommodation in Montenegro (rental agreement, property deed, or notarized statement).
📌 Proof of sufficient financial means to support yourself during your stay.
📌 Clean criminal record from your country of citizenship or recent residence.
📌 Valid health insurance coverage in Montenegro.
Montenegro offers expedited residency pathways for business owners, investors, and entrepreneurs. If you want to relocate fast and start your new life in the Adriatic, here’s how you can qualify.
✔ Competitive corporate tax rate (9%)—one of the lowest in Europe—and strategic access to both EU and Balkan markets.
✔ Open and operate your Montenegrin business from anywhere in the world.
✔ Residency approval often possible in 30–60 days with complete and compliant documentation.
✔ Job Creation Route – Establish a business that employs local staff to strengthen and expedite your residency application.
✔ Large-Scale Investment – High-net-worth individuals making significant investments may qualify for accelerated processing under special programs.
Common pathways include registering a company, employment with a Montenegrin business, owning property, studying at an accredited institution, or family reunification with a Montenegrin resident or citizen.
Yes—if your residency is based on employment or business ownership. If you apply under another category (such as property ownership), you may need a separate work permit or to register a business to work legally.