See why applying for the Digital Nomad Visa in Montenegro could be the right move for you.
Enjoy the perfect balance of freedom, flexibility, and coastal living on the Adriatic.
This temporary residence permit is granted for two years and can be renewed once, allowing a total stay of up to four years.
Extend your residence permit to include your spouse and dependent children under 18.
Digital nomads enjoy full tax exemption on foreign income.
Montenegro offers fast, reliable internet in most urban and coastal areas, making it easy to work from home, cafes, or coworking spaces.
To apply for the Digital Nomad Visa, you must provide evidence of a clean criminal record.
Submit your employment contract or, if self-employed, invoices and bank statements showing your freelance income.
You must have a consistent monthly income of at least three times the Montenegrin minimum wage, which is approximately 1,800€ per month.
You are required to provide valid travel health insurance from a Montenegrin insurer and a notarized lease agreement.
To qualify for Montenegro’s Digital Nomad Visa, you must show proof of a stable remote income, demonstrate that you work for a foreign employer, operate a business, or freelance for international clients. This visa is not available to EU and EEA citizens.
1 - 2 Weeks
4 - 5 Weeks
4 Weeks
Before you can apply for Montenegro's Digital Nomad Visa, we’ll first need to evaluate whether you qualify and whether we’re a good fit for each other. After you take the short pre-qualification quiz, you can schedule a free discovery call with us. During the call, we’ll discuss:
✓ Your Personal Background
(Country of citizenship, criminal conviction history, remote employment status, and other key eligibility criteria)
✓ Family Members / Dependents
(Eligibility, family reunification process, required paperwork & timelines)
✓ Tax & Legal Implications
(Basic overview of how taxes will apply to you as a digital nomad in Montenegro)
🕛 15 Minutes
Step 1Make sure each item is complete, accurate, and up-to-date to avoid delays in your application. Here are the mandatory documents to proceed:
✓ Passport and Copies
(Valid passport with at least 27 months’ validity and clear copies of all relevant pages)
✓ Proof of Remote Employment or Business Abroad
(An employment contract, extract from a business registry, or other documents translated into Montenegrin, confirming you work remotely for a foreign employer or own your own business outside Montenegro)
✓ Proof of Income & Financial Means
(You must show a minimum monthly income of 1,800€ and a bank balance of at least 16,200€ to qualify)
✓ Health insurance
(Travel health insurance policy from a Montenegro-based insurer that covers the entire duration of your visa, typically 2 years)
✓ Proof of accommodation
(Notarized lease agreement or property title valid for the full duration of your visa)
✓ Criminal Record Certificate
(Apostilled police certificate from your country of citizenship, issued within the last 6 months)
🕛 4 - 5 weeks
Step 2After you have gathered all the required documents, the next step is to complete and submit your Digital Nomad Visa application in Montenegro. Once your application is submitted, you’ll receive a confirmation receipt and case number from the immigration authorities.
✓ Visa Application in Montenegro
(You’ll need to visit the MUP (local immigration office) in person to provide your biometrics — photo and fingerprints)
✓ Collect Your Residency ID
(After four to five weeks, you can collect your visa / temporary residence card from the same immigration office)
🕛 30 days (main applicant
Step 3Once your digital nomad visa is approved, your family members can apply under the family reunification category. Here are the documents required for this step:
✓ Marriage Certificate
(You must provide a recent extract from the marriage register, issued within the last 6 months)
✓ Criminal Record Certificate
(Apostilled criminal background check from the country of citizenship for your spouse and children aged 16+, issued within the past six months)
✓ Birth Certificate(s)
(Recent extract from the birth register for each underage child, issued within the past six months and apostilled)
🕛 4 weeks
Step 4With your digital nomad visa in hand, you’re ready to start living, working, and taking advantage of Montenegro’s nomad-friendly tax system.
✓ Open a Bank Account
(Open a local bank account if needed for personal use)
✓ Enroll Your Children in School
(If you have school-age children, enroll them in a public or private school in Montenegro)
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Modern town with docked super-yachts; ideal for stylish remote work, after-work sundowners, and boat trips during the day. [Why Tivat? →]
Beach life meets nightlife, coworking hubs, and a strong expat community in Montenegro’s most-visited coastal resort. [Explore Budva →]
An authentic port town surrounded by olive trees, with a relaxed vibe, perfect for families and remote work by the Adriatic. [Discover Bar →]
A sunny hillside town bordering Croatia, known for its fortresses, lush vegetation, friendly locals, and vibrant summer festivals. [See Herceg Novi →]
Want more insights about life here? Check out our Best Places to Live guide or the Living in Montenegro article for tips on lifestyle, cost of living, and more.
📍 Cetinjski Put bb, 81000 Podgorica
Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 08:00-21:00; night-shift plans available
Pricing: 12 €/day, 150 €/month for hot‑desk
Other points: 24/7 access available, high-speed internet, printing & scanning, free tea/coffee
Explore NEST Coworking →
📍 Vuka Karadžića 2-6, 81000 Podgorica
Opening Hours: Mon–Fri 09:00–21:00, Sat 13:00–21:00
Pricing: FREE
Other points: 352 m² space, coworking + meetup zone, kitchen/lounge, events & training space
Visit Mtel Digitalna Fabrika →
📍 Old Bakery Residences, 85310 Budva
Opening Hours: 24/7 access for members, others 09:00–18:00
Pricing: Day pass 15 €, monthly membership ~280 €/month
Other points: Shared workspace & private offices, meeting rooms from ~10 €/hour, on-site cafe & terrace
Check out MONTECO Coworking →
📍 Ravanj 128, 85356 Bar (Pečurice)
Opening Hours: 08:00–18:00, 7 days a week
Pricing: Day ~12 €, Week ~65 €, Month ~170 €
Other points: Quiet location with sea & mountain views, high-speed fibre (400/1000 Mbps), bar & coworking combo
See Montenegro Tower Coworking →
📍 Sima Matavulja 9, 85340 Herceg Novi
Opening Hours: 24/7 access for members, others 08:00–20:00
Pricing: Day pass 20 €, Weekly hot-desk 70 €, Monthly hot-desk 150 €
Other points: Town-centre location in old town, indoor & outdoor seating, conference + meeting rooms, strong community feel
Explore Kolektiv Novi →
📍 Bokeljska 21, 85320 Tivat
Opening Hours: Mon–Wed 08:00–18:00; Tue, Thu–Sat 08:00–23:00
Pricing: Day pass 20 €, Monthly hot-desk 88 €, Dedicated desk 205 €
Other points: Modern open-space in Tivat, ergonomic chairs, meeting rooms (10 & 4 persons), self-service check-in, fibre internet
Visit Shipyard Coworking →
Non-EU citizens working remotely for a company registered outside Montenegro or running their own foreign-based online business can apply. You must prove a steady monthly income and that you don’t serve local clients.
You must show a monthly income of at least 1,800€ and a bank balance of at least 16,200€ (covering 9 months of living expenses).
Montenegro’s Digital Nomad Visa is typically valid for 2 years, with the option to renew for an additional 2 years. After completing the full four-year period, you must wait six months outside Montenegro before being eligible to reapply for a new visa.
Yes. Spouses and dependent children can apply for a family reunification residency after your own Digital Nomad Visa has been approved. Each family member must submit their own documentation, including birth certificates for children and a marriage certificate, and a criminal background check for your spouse.
Yes. Digital nomads must have valid local health insurance that covers medical care in Montenegro for the entire duration of the visa.
The digital nomad visa offers no pathway to permanent residency or citizenship in Montenegro – only the residency by company formation and property visa programs.
In most cases, as a digital nomad, you are not considered a tax resident of Montenegro and are NOT subject to Montenegrin income tax or social security contributions.
However, you may still need to report your income in your country of tax residency or citizenship. For personalized advice, we recommend booking our Tax Consultation Session, where we assess your specific tax situation and obligations.
Take the first step toward a life of freedom and well-being in one of Europe’s most scenic and secure destinations. Schedule an intro call with us today to jointly discuss the Digital Nomad Visa’s benefits and requirements.
