Carine
@Tsarine
French and English expat in Montenegro
Forum posts
443
Contacts
247
About me
French and English
Lives in Tivat
Speaks French, English, Spanish, Italian, basic serbian-montenegrin
Registration: 11 March 2010
Buying a small land or property in Montenegro by aniakasia2024
Hi all,I am interested to have a small heaven in Montenegro near the Tivat airport particularly looking for the sea and mountains. Fresh air and nature I am traveling with my small 6 Years old twins. We have a good connection to tivat ...
@aniakasia2024 Hi Ania,Welcome to wonderful Montenegro !I have moved here from France in 2008 and still believe it was one of the best decisions in my life :) I have been developing property ever since (Tivat, Kotor and now Kolasin).Happy to share ... Read More
Moving to Montenegro by ulucanhal52
hello everyone, well after trying some other countries now we want to move and live in montenegro,planing to visit first in March and while we are there buy a flat to live and fix the paperwork for long term stay .I read some information about ...
Here is a summary in English of the new law on foreigners in Montenegro for 2026https://minicondos.me/new-law-on-foreigners-in-montenegro-2026/ Read More
How to register a company ? by lashkarimehdi
Hi , Can anyone guide me to register the company and get a residence?
@lashkarimehdi Send me a message, I can recomment a couple of good agencies that can help you both for the company creation and the residency procedure. Read More
New law on Foreigners - January 2026 by Tsarine
Hey everyone, A new law on foreigners has been voted i January 2026. It is more strict than before, so you need to check this out before moving here. Among the most notable changes from the previous law:Residency based on Property ownership is ...
Yes, indeed. For the others remember that's the taxable value (usually substantially lower than the sales value). Read More
New law on Foreigners - January 2026 by Tsarine
Hey everyone, A new law on foreigners has been voted i January 2026. It is more strict than before, so you need to check this out before moving here. Among the most notable changes from the previous law:Residency based on Property ownership is ...
@Tsarine Here is the detailed summary of the content of the new law, in English: https://minicondos.me/new-law-on-foreig … egro-2026/ Read More
Immigration support by Mastersonsuzi2025
I'm looking to start the process to set up a business in montenegro to relocate.I was talking to a lady on Facebook. I realized use nearly made a rooky mistake. Gotten no references about her.Is there a way to check someone out please?When we moved ...
The new law has been voted yesterday. I will try to post a summary about it soon on that thread :https://www.expat.com/en/forum/europe/montenegro/1108883-new-law-on-foreigners-january-2026-.html Read More
New law on Foreigners - January 2026
Hey everyone, A new law on foreigners has been voted i January 2026. It is more strict than before, so you need to check this out before moving here. Among the most notable changes from the previous law:Residency based on Property ownership is ... Read More
✨ Two-Bedroom House for Sale — Kolašin, 175.000€
Tivat
€175000
✨ Two-Bedroom House for Sale — Kolašin, 175.000€ Brand‑new 100 m² house on a 600 m² plot, located between the ski resort and the future golf course. Ideal for year‑round living or as a high‑demand rental ...
One bedroom A-Frame house in Kolasin Montenegro between ski resorts, golf and sea
Tivat
€139000
Brand‑new 80 m² house on a 600 m² plot, located between the ski resort and the future golf course. Ideal for year‑round living or as a high‑demand rental investment. ✨ Location Highlights - Easy road access - Close to ski ...
Visiting Montenegro by ulucanhal52
Hello everyone, well with my wife we are going to visit Montenegro in mid-January ( for3 weeks) to see, study and make a decision if we want to retire in there. we want to buy a 2-bedroom apartment somewhere in BAR area, so with your experience and ...
Hey Hal !Welcome to Montenegro !I have made the same move, from France, in 2008 and very happy with the decision. Montenegro is wonderful, beautiful and extremely safe :) It seems you know the country already since you already picked the area where ... Read More
Moving to Montenegro by ulucanhal52
hello everyone, well after trying some other countries now we want to move and live in montenegro,planing to visit first in March and while we are there buy a flat to live and fix the paperwork for long term stay .I read some information about ...
Hey again, apparently the new law will not be as restrictive as initially planned, especially for EU residents. Please share your email or whatsapp number so I can put you in touch with my accountant / residency consultant, so you can plan to meet ... Read More
Moving to Montenegro by ulucanhal52
hello everyone, well after trying some other countries now we want to move and live in montenegro,planing to visit first in March and while we are there buy a flat to live and fix the paperwork for long term stay .I read some information about ...
Hello Hal and welcome!Currently there is a new law proposal which is changing the situation, but it is not final yet, so you need to keep yourself informed in the coming weeks. Until now it was very easy to obtain temporary residency whether you ... Read More
Immigration support by Mastersonsuzi2025
I'm looking to start the process to set up a business in montenegro to relocate.I was talking to a lady on Facebook. I realized use nearly made a rooky mistake. Gotten no references about her.Is there a way to check someone out please?When we moved ...
Hey there, You always have the option to hire a translator and do the administrations runs on your own. Not fun but absolutely possible. Generally we hire an accountant here to open the companies (then they continue doing your book-keeping). Do you ... Read More
We are looking for a peaceful place to live. by kathy4lucas
Hi everyone!How long have you lived in Montenegro and what area do you live in? We live in the US and my husband and I are of retirement age. We are looking for a peaceful place to live where the air, water and soil are clean and where we can have ...
Hi everyone! How long have you lived in Montenegro and what area do you live in? We live in the US and my husband and I are of retirement age. We are looking for a peaceful place to live where the air, water and soil are clean and where we can have ... Read More
Renting My Apartment For Holiday Lets by royconnolly
Hello everyone Can anyone tell me how I go about doing holiday let's with my apartment? Do I need a license? Do the authorities need to inspect the apartment? Is there any specific things I need to install in the apartment? Thanks to anyone that can ...
There is no need for any licence for long-term lets. Generally, especially if you rent to a foreigner, you will need to have the lease done at the Notary, and you will pay 15% tax on 70% of the rental income stated in the Notary contract. The main ... Read More
Renting My Apartment For Holiday Lets by royconnolly
Hello everyone Can anyone tell me how I go about doing holiday let's with my apartment? Do I need a license? Do the authorities need to inspect the apartment? Is there any specific things I need to install in the apartment? Thanks to anyone that can ...
@royconnollyYou need a rental permit, for that you'll need to provide Proof of Ownership: A document known as "List nepokretnosti" (LN) from the local land registry office. If the property isn't registered yet, a notarized statement confirming ... Read More
Living organic in Montenegro by GutMind
Hi comunity, hope you are all well. We are planing to move to Monetengro and one philosophy we have is living organic, all our foods and as much as we can in all areas, so thats a big topic in our lifes.How is the acces to organic groceries around ...
Interesting recent article on the subject https://investintuzi.me/2025/01/30/only-514-organic-producers-in-montenegro-excellent-conditions-but-untapped-potential/ Read More
Living organic in Montenegro by GutMind
Hi comunity, hope you are all well. We are planing to move to Monetengro and one philosophy we have is living organic, all our foods and as much as we can in all areas, so thats a big topic in our lifes.How is the acces to organic groceries around ...
There are some organization responsible for organic certification :Monteorganica https://orgcg.org/o-nama/And Organska Kontrola https://organskakontrola.ba/en/page/about_us.php based in Bosnia but also responsible for Montenegro. List of producers: ... Read More
Long term Parking Kotor Area by royconnolly
Hello everyone,I'm looking to find long term parking for my camper within about 10 mile radius of Kotor old town. The camper will not be used during my time in Kotor.Thanks to anyone that can help! Roy
There is a parking area called "Green Field" here: https://maps.app.goo.gl/PAkPBH7zbwzJ4bVR8 I am not sure they can host a campervan, but you could check with them. Tel 068 22 11 11If you use street view on google maps you will see how the building ... Read More
Recieving Mail With No Address by GuestPoster354
Can anyone advise me how to receive a letter from Ireland to Montenegro with no fixed address? I'm living in my motorhome at the moment.
Montenegro Post office offers "Poste Restante" serviceshttps://www.postacg.me/usluge/paketske-usluge/mogucnosti-i-pravila/ Read More
Moving to Montenegro as a digital nomad by arie73m
Hi my name is Rose.. I am thinking of moving to Montenegro with my family as a digital Nomad or are there other easier ways. Also no Montenegro embassy in Nigeria. How do I apply? Please I need information please help. I have been checking ...
@arie73mCheck a fellow Expat, Jonathan Howe's website, you should find plenty of information for Digital Nomads there: https://montenegrodigitalnomad.com/Here is also a lot of useful information: ... Read More
Buying property in Montenegro by Christine
Hi, can a foreigner buy property in Montenegro? If so, is it complicated? What is the process of purchasing a property in Montenegro? Any tips for buying property, such as a check-list of items to verify ? Thanks in advance for ...
@innescapableAs explained in DM, just repeating here, so others can also learn: a notary would hold the funds in escrow if the contract is signed at the Notary's office. It's important to know about the encumbrance on the property. The best thing ... Read More
Buying property in Montenegro by Christine
Hi, can a foreigner buy property in Montenegro? If so, is it complicated? What is the process of purchasing a property in Montenegro? Any tips for buying property, such as a check-list of items to verify ? Thanks in advance for ...
This type of practice is not unusual in Montenegro. If that amount represents roughly the commission that the agent would normally get from the property seller (c. 5% of the value of the property), then that could be a way for the agent to be paid ... Read More
Entry to Montenegro - body scanners by Just-a-dude1
Greetings.I am very keen to visit Montenegro (and possibly Albania on the way).I just want to confirm there are no compulsory body scanners (those that visibly resemble x-rays) and take a picture of your body.I am happy to go through a metal ...
I confirm, there is no such thing, neither in Podgorica, nor in Tivat. Read More
New members of the Montenegro forum, introduce yourselves here - 2023 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Montenegro forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
Hi Olga ! Welcome to Montenegro :) Always happy to see artists coming to this inspirational country. I am pretty sure you will love it here, and find plenty of inspiration !I will send you the contact of a very good friend of mine, Davide, Italian ... Read More
Air pollution in Montenegro is a barrier to staying here by pbryant
I am a US expat. I survived living in Los Angeles for a decade during some of the worst years of air pollution in the 1970s. The air pollution in Podgorica however may drive me out after living here for three years.According to the WHO, the Balkans ...
Wow! That's a surprise! Here on the coast (Tivat) I've never experienced anything like that. I see on the site you shared that the coastal city of Bar had good air quality. I guess the air coming from the sea helps. Can't you consider living on the ... Read More
Young British Couple Looking to Move to Montenegro. by John Yates
Hi Members,My wife and are looking to move to Montenegro full time to Montenegro. We are a young couple but we are looking for a safe location with better quality life compared to our hectic life in London.We have traveled to Montenegro twice and ...
@John YatesNo. The insurance is valid only in Montenegro. You may buy insurances online. When I had to travel back to France I would buy insurance online for the period needed through direct-temporaire.fr You can also usually purchase insurance at ... Read More
Young British Couple Looking to Move to Montenegro. by John Yates
Hi Members,My wife and are looking to move to Montenegro full time to Montenegro. We are a young couple but we are looking for a safe location with better quality life compared to our hectic life in London.We have traveled to Montenegro twice and ...
You can and you must (if you don't have a green card) insure your car with foreign plates for "third party" insurance. I pay c. 250€/year of an old Audi a6 with French licence plates since about 2010. If you have a younger car that is worth ... Read More
Car with French plates / Insured in France - is this possible?
Wondering if anyone here has a car with French plates, and with French insurance? I remember a few years ago, asking my insurance company if I could do this for my French car, and they said that I would need to cross the borders into France (or ... Read More
Off Season Apartment Rental by GTPXRV
I'm exploring the option of renting an apartment off-season only (and be away during June-September). Does anyone else have experience with this?Pricing seems great. If you have done this please let me know your experience good or bad. Seems ideal ...
Yes that's a good idea that would suit many owners. Read More
Residence through yacht ownership by citygrrl33
I'm curious about the residence visa offered for buying a yacht (instead of a property on land). Has anyone done this? What is defined as a yacht? Is it the size of the boat, or the price?Also interested in hearing from foreigners who have purchased ...
Hi there,To obtain residency through Yacht ownership, you must be able to provide a signed contract of mooring with one of the recognised Montenegrin Marinas. There is not specific definition of a yacht, but I guess a rib would not apply for ... Read More
Any advice on good and honest real estate agents? by sonja5718
@Julien Greetings. I will be coming to Montenegro for the third time in APril to find a place to live. Any advice on good and honest real estate agents? Also, I Speak Serbo Croatian, so it will not be too difficult to acclimate. I read that you ...
@FaijazYou can check Realitica site which has a lot of listingsOr Rentals Montenegro which has a lot of listings for the Tivat area, only for long-term rentals: Read More
Any advice on good and honest real estate agents? by sonja5718
@Julien Greetings. I will be coming to Montenegro for the third time in APril to find a place to live. Any advice on good and honest real estate agents? Also, I Speak Serbo Croatian, so it will not be too difficult to acclimate. I read that you ...
I read that you can come to Montenegro with a tourist visa and then apply while I am there for temporary residence. I meet all the criteria. Is that true, and how difficult will that be? -@sonja5718Dobar Dan Sonja!You say "I ... Read More
residence/retirement visa/business start up by karmsun
Can someone give me an updated and realistic cost of getting a long term or residence visa in Montenegro as a US citizen ? Starting a business is what we have in mind so that is no problem. The cost of opening and maintaining that business is my ...
Rishi, Feel free to send me a DM,Tsarine Read More
Car driving in Montenegro by Ignoe
Hi! How long can I driving a car in Montenegro without registration? I mean that i planning live in Montenegro but I don’t want registration my car there. Can I just driving in my foregin registration? Thank you for respond. Igor
Hi @alexasavichI still have my old French car registered in France and insured in Montenegro (only third party).I was never asked anything over the past 14 years. Read More
English-speaking community club? by pbryant
When I lived in Stockholm, Sweden, there was an English-speaking community club. They'd organize English-language plays in theaters and weekend get togethers. There were also international affairs presentations, that were inevitably in ...
@Faijaz Hey :) After this whole Covid-Craziness starting anything social is a bit of a challenge, so for now, we haven't moved forward much. We will wait a bit longer to see if things stay as they are now (practically back to normal) to ... Read More
Self employed in Montenegro working with non-eu clients
The thread is a bit old and the questions very specific so it will be hard for anyone to help much on this, except probably an accountant. You can find here the list of all applicable taxes in Montenegro ... Read More
Opening a Restaurant in Dobra Voda near Bar/Montenegro
Wahhoo ! That sounds amazing ! Best of luck in your project and let us know when you open :) Read More
Covid restrictions in Montenegro by JohnG2021
Dear all, I am living in Germany and thinking about emigrating to Montenegro. I am planning to visit there one week in September in order to get to know the country and to understand whether this is a place where I could live. I understood that ...
laingdm was asking about conditions for gaining residency, not about visiting on holidays... So I confirm, to apply for a residence permit, you will not be asked your vaccinal status. Read More
Covid restrictions in Montenegro by JohnG2021
Dear all, I am living in Germany and thinking about emigrating to Montenegro. I am planning to visit there one week in September in order to get to know the country and to understand whether this is a place where I could live. I understood that ...
Of course it is ! Please don't send such ideas into the universe ;) Read More
New members of the Montenegro forum, introduce yourselves here - 2021 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Montenegro forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more ...
Hi Neil, I feel I have to jump in because there are a couple of wrong informations shared by Boxcarwillie59.... In order for you to rent in the country you have to have a sponsor that is willing to vouch for your ability to live there.This is ... Read More
Online shopping in Montenegro by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Shopping online can be far more convenient and offer greater choice than going into shops, be it grocery shopping or retail. Are there options for online shopping in Montenegro? Which sites or apps do you use most frequently ...
Laurent, During the events of last year indeed, many shops have developed online shops, like these supermarkets for ex. https://voli.me/ https://www.ideaonline.me/#!/ A little search "online prodavnica crna gora" will give you a few ... Read More
Maggie from South Africa by maggie17
Hi everyone I am still in South Africa but busy with the process of VISA permit D application for Montenegro. We are busy registering a business in Montenegro and now trying to get the right permits to come though mid next month. Would really ...
Hi Maggie, Who is helping you in Montenegro with setting up the company? Can they not send you a letter of invitation? Read More
Title Insurance in Montenegro? by rick200221
Hello and greetings to all. I’m new to the group and currently live in Alaska. I appreciate the knowledge that I’ve already seen shared here. I am planning a trip in the fall to get a feel for Montenegro and to look at homes. I have ...
We do have many options under 150k, because there's a lack of them in the market and we like to fill such gaps when there's a good demand :) Feel free to send me a DM, Expat.com righteously doesn't like any advertising on their forum, ... Read More
Title Insurance in Montenegro? by rick200221
Hello and greetings to all. I’m new to the group and currently live in Alaska. I appreciate the knowledge that I’ve already seen shared here. I am planning a trip in the fall to get a feel for Montenegro and to look at homes. I have ...
A lot of different parties suggested here... Personally I am none of them (I am a property developer, not an agent or a property manager), but in the business for 13 years, dealing with all these different parties, so I can give a quite ... Read More
Title Insurance in Montenegro? by rick200221
Hello and greetings to all. I’m new to the group and currently live in Alaska. I appreciate the knowledge that I’ve already seen shared here. I am planning a trip in the fall to get a feel for Montenegro and to look at homes. I have ...
Hi Rick, Well, nothing is ever without any risk, so the best you can do is to take as many precautions as you can. Luckily Montenegro is a very small country, and each municipality is a village really, so it is quite easy to find out possible ... Read More
Title Insurance in Montenegro? by rick200221
Hello and greetings to all. I’m new to the group and currently live in Alaska. I appreciate the knowledge that I’ve already seen shared here. I am planning a trip in the fall to get a feel for Montenegro and to look at homes. I have ...
Hi Rick, There is no such thing as "Titles companies" here in Montenegro. However, land registries are accessible online freely, and it is easy to check if there are any liens on any properties. That doesn't guarantee 100% that some ... Read More
Quality of health care in Montenegro ? by karmsun
When reaching retirement age; Healthcare becomes an important factor. Price of health insurance is important living on a fixed income and quality of the healthcare providers even more important. Can anyone give me an updated cost of a locally ...
The good news is that "Word of Mouth" will have it's own website in a few months, outside of Facebook, so hopefully you can join the "club" then, and be able to get more useful info there, and connect to other expats. Read More
Quality of health care in Montenegro ? by karmsun
When reaching retirement age; Healthcare becomes an important factor. Price of health insurance is important living on a fixed income and quality of the healthcare providers even more important. Can anyone give me an updated cost of a locally ...
Hi there, You will find a lot of answers here : https://www.facebook.com/groups/montenegroexpats/permalink/1540427086103007/ Cheers! Carine Read More
Montenegro: property insurance
Here you can find the prices from LOVCEN insurance company http://minicondos.me/index.php/useful-information/lovcen-property-insurance-pricing Read More
Self Employed Couple looking to move from the UK later this year by albastudioequipment
Hi Everyone and thank you for letting us join your on line community. We are a couple from the UK who are self employed (digital/online) and looking to make a move to Montenegro later in the year. We were wondering if anyone knew of a van hire ...
Hi Andy and Beth! Welcome to Montenegro :) Feel free to message me, I can help you with rentals and a recommendation to my accountants, Cheers! Carine Read More
Considering moving in Montenegro by spam91
Hi expats :) I'm a Valdo, a web developer freelance in Paris and I'm planning a permanent move to Tivat. I have a few questions and would be glad to have an answer from people who live there. - Do you think a car is needed to live there ? ...
Hi there :) Please send me a message! Carine Read More
residence/retirement visa/business start up by karmsun
Can someone give me an updated and realistic cost of getting a long term or residence visa in Montenegro as a US citizen ? Starting a business is what we have in mind so that is no problem. The cost of opening and maintaining that business is my ...
Hi there, Most foreigners can stay up to 90 days (every 180 days) on a tourist Visa, so you have that much time to stay without a residence permit. Not sure about the language. I'll see if I can find some info. Read More
residence/retirement visa/business start up by karmsun
Can someone give me an updated and realistic cost of getting a long term or residence visa in Montenegro as a US citizen ? Starting a business is what we have in mind so that is no problem. The cost of opening and maintaining that business is my ...
Hi Karmsun I have read that the cost to open a business is 300 EU to 400 EU and to maintain it 60 EU to 200 EU a month.......Is that correct ? Updated costs (not including VAT + 21%) - Company incorporation c. 500,- euro + admin fees - Work + ... Read More
Considering moving in Montenegro by spam91
Hi expats :) I'm a Valdo, a web developer freelance in Paris and I'm planning a permanent move to Tivat. I have a few questions and would be glad to have an answer from people who live there. - Do you think a car is needed to live there ? ...
Hi Vlado! - Do you think a car is needed to live there ? I work at home and have an electric scooter (not good for heights). I know some people who have been relying only on taxis and walking for a few years, so it is possible and not too expensive ... Read More
Golf in Montenegro by mr.garcia
Hello Everyone, My wife and I will be moving to Montenegro in August and we want to know if we should bring our golf clubs. I am aware that there was a course that was planned in Kotor. Does anyone know what the timeline is for the golf course's ...
There is plenty of other outdoor sports to do though (sailing, rowing, hiking, paragliding, etc.) Cheers! Read More
Question on residency and price for construction by Venom85
My wife and I are wanting to move outside of Kotor in a year with our three kids. We live in the US and are ready to go back to the land of my Grandfather. I have family land there I can build on, will me renovating it to live in allow me to get ...
Hey there! Sounds like a great idea :) Your grandfather would probably be proud :) Yes, you can obtain residency based on property ownership: once the property (built and liveable property / not just land or ruin) is recorded in the land registry ... Read More
Golf in Montenegro by mr.garcia
Hello Everyone, My wife and I will be moving to Montenegro in August and we want to know if we should bring our golf clubs. I am aware that there was a course that was planned in Kotor. Does anyone know what the timeline is for the golf course's ...
It's been more than 10 years that several golf courses are announced (Lustica Bay, Kavac, above Budva...) and at the present moment, despite several of these locations having opened then closed some Practises, over the past 3-4 years, the actual ... Read More
New members of the Montenegro forum, introduce yourselves here - 2021 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Montenegro forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more ...
You will find the largest community of Expats in Montenegro on Facebook in the group "Word of Mouth" and you can find tons of useful info there, everyone is very helpful in the group. Read More
New members of the Montenegro forum, introduce yourselves here - 2021 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Montenegro forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more ...
"When there is a will, there is a way." Just do like almost everyone here, have several jobs! Do this lighting/furniture business and a few more jobs (online or not) and you will be fine. The more adaptable you are the better :) I ... Read More
Moving to Montenegro by Roka44
Hi everyone, My self and my husband are waiting for our house to sell here in UK and are planning to move to Montenegro. We like Sutomore and already found a few properties that we like :) The plan is once we are there I will be coming back to UK ...
Yes this is one of the 2 ways to gain residency (not citizenship) and with property ownership you can get a 1 year residence permit. The main implication is that you are able to reside as much as you want in the country and do not have the 3 months ... Read More
Legal services by sanhareb
Hi there we are from South Africa and plan on visiting Montenegro hopefully in September to invest in property so that we can retire there in a few years time. Can anyone recommend a reliable, trustworthy real estate agent and also a lawyer to guide ...
What do you mean by "body corporate" ? I'm sending you a DM also Read More
Logistics companies in Montenegro by Kezakos
Hi everybody, Does anyone know any logistics companies that handle all storage, customs, etc. in Montenegro? Enjoy your day, A.B
Hi there, I use Montenomaks, Cheers! Read More
Legal services by sanhareb
Hi there we are from South Africa and plan on visiting Montenegro hopefully in September to invest in property so that we can retire there in a few years time. Can anyone recommend a reliable, trustworthy real estate agent and also a lawyer to guide ...
Hi there and welcome to Montenegro! Do you already know in which part of Montenegro you wish to retire? Generally real estate agents are quite "local" here, specialised in specific areas. I am a property developer myself (also located in ... Read More
Testament by Zelce
Good Morning to all Expats, Soon, I will move to Montenegro for my future life. Before I move, planning to clarify some legal issues as how to get a residence permit and how long (I have a house at there), to open a bank account and how to prepare ...
It's a bit out of subject of the thread :) Anyway, I can put you in touch with my accountant who is very good. Feel free to DM me. Carine Read More
Tolga Gezen by Tolga Gezen
Dear All; Greetings from lstanbul, Turkey. I am planning to relocate the Montenegro. I am in the Cruise lndustry and Hotel Management. Do l have a chance to find a job in the Cruise Sector/Cruise Port in Montenegro ? İn advance, l thank you ...
Dear All, Many lawyers and consultants have totally exaggerated their fees the last few years. My accountant provides the service for a much more reasonable fee. Feel free to contact me for more information, Carine Read More
English-speaking community club? by pbryant
When I lived in Stockholm, Sweden, there was an English-speaking community club. They'd organize English-language plays in theaters and weekend get togethers. There were also international affairs presentations, that were inevitably in ...
We are currently working on the creation of such a Club, however it will be physically based in Tivat (where we plan to open a coffee place + coworking + yoga studio / mini spa with special conditions for the members of the club), this is part of ... Read More
Car driving in Montenegro by Ignoe
Hi! How long can I driving a car in Montenegro without registration? I mean that i planning live in Montenegro but I don’t want registration my car there. Can I just driving in my foregin registration? Thank you for respond. Igor
Correct, but you can only get third party insurance as far as I know. Read More
Internet services by Yoesh
Wondering if anyone knows if it’s possible to get high speed (300mbps+) in Budva. Money would not be a huge issue but hoping there is a better route that building my own tower. Thanks.
It seems from mtel website that the max. speed is 200Mbps https://mtel.me/Poslovni/m-BOX/BOX2B/Paketi https://mtel.me/Privatni/m-box/BOX-4-TV-NET-TEL-MOB-/Paketi Read More
New members of the Montenegro forum, introduce yourselves here - 2021 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Montenegro forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more ...
Yoesh, Yes it is absolutely fine, Montenegro is become a favorite place for Digital Nomads, and we have good internet. In many places you have optical cable, but you also have good speeds with 4G. I know many people working online, and this is not ... Read More
Sold price and market data by Kellyyam
Dear all, I want to buy a property in Kotor or Herceg Novi area but cannot find any official data on sold price and number of transactions. The Monstat data is remotely useful for buyers. I also want a property agent referral. A person not a company ...
What is a "property agent referral"? If you are looking for a "buyer's agent" you're usually better off with a company, although even some companies do not have the sufficient knowledge (there are no real estate agent ... Read More
Car driving in Montenegro by Ignoe
Hi! How long can I driving a car in Montenegro without registration? I mean that i planning live in Montenegro but I don’t want registration my car there. Can I just driving in my foregin registration? Thank you for respond. Igor
Hi Bernard, Yes, I only have a local insurance with covers for third party damage, and doesn't cover damages on the car (which is so old that it doesn't really matter). It is indeed not possible to get a green card locally if you keep ... Read More
Car driving in Montenegro by Ignoe
Hi! How long can I driving a car in Montenegro without registration? I mean that i planning live in Montenegro but I don’t want registration my car there. Can I just driving in my foregin registration? Thank you for respond. Igor
I've been driving my car with French registration plates since 2008 and was never asked to change the plates. I know MANY other expats in the same situation. Read More
Starting a cafe shop business in Montenegro by Abdurrahman95
Hello Everyone! I've always thought of having my own cafe shop business in Montenegro, I've visited the country 4 times and I absolutely loved it. I'm aware that the country heavily depends on tourism but I've also noticed that ...
Hi There! Great coffee is certainly something that most expats living in Montenegro love... The choice is still quite limited, and in my personal opinion would be great to have a real coffee shop... but you need to keep in mind that coffee here ... Read More
British Expats in Kotor? by Guest12834
Hey everyone :) , I will be moving from London to Montenegro - Kotor next year and of course I am aware it will be a very big change which I am very excited about! I just wanted to gather information on a few things so that I can figure out what ...
Hi Scarlett, UK expats are mostly located in the Bay of Kotor indeed (Herceg Novi, Kotor, Tivat...) Best of luck with the move! Carine Read More
Americans in Montenegro? by DrDuane
Anyone from the US in Montenegro?
Hi there! Based on a poll from the expat FB group "word of mouth" the US expat community came 3rd after the Russian and UK communities! So there's quite a lot of them living here indeed! Cheers, Carine Read More
Relocating to Montenegro by Boxcarwillie
I will soon retire and plan to move to Montenegro with my wife. She is a Montenegro citizen and and we plan to buy a home there. I plan to ship our car and personal item..ie..clothes, lawn equipment and tools. The only furniture I plan to ship is ...
Hi there! If you're on FB ask in the group called "word of mouth", there's a large number of US citizens who have moved to Montenegro who can most probably answer that question for you! Cheers, Carine Read More
Registering a company in Montenegro by Hamza34
Hi everyone! Thank you in advance for accepting me in the community. I am Hamza from France and with business associate we are considering registering our company in Montenegro. It is a real estate consulting business covering the Balkans and ...
Small correction here: It is possible to limit the powers of the Executive Director in the Statutes of the Company. My Directors can only sign administrative documents of little importance. All sales, purchase contracts, money handling etc. only I, ... Read More
Temporary residents permit non working permit by kumbor
Hi to everyone I went into renew my temporary residents permit for myself and wife today and we were asked by the clerk how long we were in residence in Montenegro in the last 12 months and he told us that if we were less than 11 months in a 12 ...
Yes! Ekonomik in Podgorica are the best in Montenegro! Read More
Moving to Montenegro by zimbit
Hi there, I Am a Zimbabwean Married to a Filipino and have 4 children. We plan to move to Montenegro in a couple of Months. I'm self employed as a work as Cryptocurrency trader and run a small Blockchain startup . What is the best city to raise ...
Engtom, If you register your company in Montenegro and hire yourself you can get residency this way. The other option is by owning a built property, Cheers, Carine Read More
a possible family move to Montenegro...... by charlie09
My wife and I with our 2 year old son are looking at moving med- long term to Montenegro. Exact location of my work has not been confirmed. Internet research on various key topics is proving difficult namely: 1. What is size of the UK expat ...
Hi engtom, Yes indeed, feel free to pm me :) Carine Read More
Starting a business in Montenegro by joe070484
Hi there, I am considering moving to Montenegro. I have been reading online that it is relatively easy to immigrate to Montenegro by starting a business and get permanent residence eventually. As far as I have read online, the main points are: 1 - ...
It makes more sense to use an accounting firm to open the company since you need one anyway for the monthly paperwork. One-off cost to open the company: 500-800€ including stamps, taxes etc Monthly costs: - accountant fees 100-150€ - ... Read More
New members of the Montenegro forum, introduce yourselves here - 2018 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Montenegro forum? Dont know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more ...
Hi Jay, What type of Café, and what type of IT business? Cheers, Carine Read More
getting residence permit by Advertisers
Hello there, We're about to buy a house in Montenegro. The house we are planning to buy will be on my wife in the tittle. We will apply for a residence permit together with our marriage certificate. May it be difficult for me to get the ...
Monte Tina, Is the insurance only for 1 month when you apply via the work permit way and 1 year with the property ownership way? It makes sense I guess.... Cheers, Carine Read More
Property/building opportunities + get-togethers by Pom2015
Hi! I am planning to move to Montenegro and before the move, I will be planning 2 trips to research property investment opportunities. I have read pretty much everything online about the new developments which I will take a look at during my trips. ...
Hi there, Good luck with the Construction projects ;) For gathering, you can join our FB group called "word of mouth" :) What type of sports are you into ? Cheers, Carine Read More
property lawyer Montenegro
Gerhard, For classic due diligence, you can use the services of Notaries which are a LOT cheaper. If there are any specific difficulties or doubts, then you can hire a lawyer... Cheers, Carine Read More
Property prices in Montenegro by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Finding affordable housing in Montenegro is number one priority for newcomers. Tell us more about the estate market in your district/city/region. What are the most desired places to live? What are the most affordable ones? What ...
Dear Vinay, Yes I am still here and still dealing with property development. You can send me a PM or ask your questions here as it might help others too :) Cheers! Carine Read More
Places to visit in Montenegro by Julie
Hi, For the ones living in Montenegro, what would you suggest to discover the country? When you have friends or family visiting you, where do you go with them? What are the must-see places in Montenegro, the tourist sites? How to visit the ...
There are so many amazing places to visit in Montenegro!! Even after living here 10 years I am still discovering new places, and have still many more to see... There is such an amazing variety of sceneries it seems endless... I really recommend ... Read More
a possible family move to Montenegro...... by charlie09
My wife and I with our 2 year old son are looking at moving med- long term to Montenegro. Exact location of my work has not been confirmed. Internet research on various key topics is proving difficult namely: 1. What is size of the UK expat ...
Indeed for the residency based on property ownership, the property needs to be a built property, not land. Read More
a possible family move to Montenegro...... by charlie09
My wife and I with our 2 year old son are looking at moving med- long term to Montenegro. Exact location of my work has not been confirmed. Internet research on various key topics is proving difficult namely: 1. What is size of the UK expat ...
Hey Alley, Of course, but just for the sake of clarity, you need to check which is the visa requirement to visit Montenegro based on your citizenship (see here for ex https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Visa_policy_of_Montenegro). If you have a British ... Read More
a possible family move to Montenegro...... by charlie09
My wife and I with our 2 year old son are looking at moving med- long term to Montenegro. Exact location of my work has not been confirmed. Internet research on various key topics is proving difficult namely: 1. What is size of the UK expat ...
No Residency can only be obtained if you have a work permit in Montenegro, or if you own property. Cheers, Carine Read More
a possible family move to Montenegro...... by charlie09
My wife and I with our 2 year old son are looking at moving med- long term to Montenegro. Exact location of my work has not been confirmed. Internet research on various key topics is proving difficult namely: 1. What is size of the UK expat ...
Hi Alley, Welcome / Bienvenue !! You should be ok for finding a long term let at this time of the year, it only gets really hard from March. You can get in touch with me about this, as I'm running the only agency which specialises in long term ... Read More
Tourist visa for Serbia and Montenegro by salmanali88
Hi. I'm planning travelling to Serbia and Montenegro for 1 week in my vacations. I read at coupleof forums that if one have US, UK OR Schengen visa can enter Montenegro and Serbia without their own visa before arrival. I truid to contact ...
Well, when you register, you get a "white card" (Bijeli karton) and this could be asked at the border when you leave. If you don't have it, you could probably be fined... I don't think they ask for it very often, but there is a ... Read More
Tourist visa for Serbia and Montenegro by salmanali88
Hi. I'm planning travelling to Serbia and Montenegro for 1 week in my vacations. I read at coupleof forums that if one have US, UK OR Schengen visa can enter Montenegro and Serbia without their own visa before arrival. I truid to contact ...
Whitmarsh, You can find most info about visa policies in Montenegro here https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Visa_policy_of_Montenegro#Visa_free_travel With a US passport yes you can stay up to 90 days. By law you must register yourself at the police / ... Read More
Tofu or seitan available in Podgorica? by dianneb
Hello all! Does anyone know where/if I can find tofu or seitan in Podgorica (to buy, not in prepared food)? Thank you!
Did you check in Bonella ? If they don't then I would call both Cogi Mar in Tivat and Montefish in Ljuta, as they have a good offer of "exotic" products. Read More
Starting a business in Montenegro by joe070484
Hi there, I am considering moving to Montenegro. I have been reading online that it is relatively easy to immigrate to Montenegro by starting a business and get permanent residence eventually. As far as I have read online, the main points are: 1 - ...
Hi Ryan, Still 2 ways of claiming residency : based on a work permit or based on the ownership of a built property. Nothing has changed, and the EU accesssion is still not for tomorrow :) Cheers, Carine Read More