Montenegro Tourist Visa for Indians: How to Apply & Requirements

Do Indians need a visa for Montenegro?

Yes. Indian citizens must have a valid visa to enter Montenegro. Indian passport holders cannot visit the country without getting a visa, even if they're visiting for tourism or business.

Indian citizens are exempt from the visa requirement if they have:

• A valid Schengen Visa, or

• A valid visa from the United States of America / the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland or Ireland, or

• A residence permit for the above-said countries.

In the three above-mentioned cases, Indians may enter Montenegro for up to 30 days.Otherwise, Indian citizens need to visit the Consulate of Montenegro to get a tourist visa to enter the country.

Can Indians get a Montenegro Visa on Arrival?

No. Indian citizens are not eligible to get a Montenegro Visa on Arrival. You must ensure that you apply for your tourist visa before travelling to the country.

Montenegro visa requirements for Indians

To apply for a Montenegro tourist visa for Indians, you will need the following documents:

• Passport: A valid passport exceeding the visa's validity period by at least three (3) months.

• Photograph: A colour photo with a width of 35 mm and a length of 45 mm.

• Cover letter: A cover letter stating reasons for your visit, with the duration of your stay or an invitation letter to justify the purpose of your stay, if applicable.

• Proof of stay: Accommodation booking (like hotel booking, guest house, motel) or any other registered facility reservation.

• Proof of possession of means for sustenance: Financial proofs like recent bank statements, payslips, etc., as a means for sustenance during the stay in Montenegro, as well as for exit.

• Proof of the means of travel: This includes a return air ticket or other transportation ticket.

• Health insurance: Health insurance that covers your entire stay in Montenegro, starting from the entry date.

• Proof of visa fee payment: The visa payment receipt from the Consulate office.

The Consulate of Montenegro may request additional documents if necessary.

Montenegro visa fee for Indians

The Montenegro visa fee for Indians is EUR 120 (approx. ₹ 10,750).* You must pay the visa fee at the bank mentioned below during the appointment.

Bank - Ratnakar Bank Limited (RBL)

Branch - RBL Bank-23, Basant Lok Market, Community Centre, Vasant Vihar, New Delhi (110057)

A/C of - Embassy of Serbia

A/C Nos. –

INR A/C No. - 409000946916 (if transferring in Indian Rupees)

EURO A/C No. - 409000946925 (if transferring in Euro)

IFSC Code - RATN0000182

Swift Code - RATNINBBXXX

UIN NO.: EMBASSY OF SERBIA – UIN No. 0717SRB00109UNW

* The visa cost will vary depending on the exchange rate on the payment date.

Montenegro visa application process for Indians

You can apply for the Montenegro visa at the Consulate of Montenegro in New Delhi. Follow the below-mentioned steps to complete the process easily.

1. 1

   Gather all supporting documents: Have all the documents per the Montenegro visa requirements to ensure a successful application process.

2. 2

   Book your visa appointment: Call or mail the Consulate office of Montenegro* to set up an appointment.

3. 3

   Complete your application form: Ensure you complete your Montenegro tourist visa for Indians application form accurately, legibly, and truthfully. You can download the form from the Ministry's website.

4. 4

   Make the visa payment: After securing an appointment, pay the visa fee of EUR 120 (approx. ₹ 10,750) at the RBL bank.

5. 5

   Submit the application: Submit the application and other required documents during your appointment. Ensure you provide as much information as possible about the purpose of your visit and the intention to exit the country.

6. 6

   Collect your visa: Once your application is approved, collect your visa-affixed passport from the Consulate office at the designated time. You must appear in person, and others cannot collect it on your behalf.

If you cannot reach the Consulate of Montenegro, you can book an appointment with the Embassy of the Republic of Serbia in New Delhi.

Receive your approved Montenegro visa for Indians

After the Montenegro visa processing time, you can collect your passport and visa in person from the Consulate of Montenegro office or the Embassy of the Republic of Serbia (if you have applied there). A third party cannot collect it on your behalf.

Montenegro visa information for Indians

How to check Montenegro visa status?

There is no online tracking system for the Montenegro visa. You can only check your Montenegro visa status with the Consulate office via phone, mail or a visit.

Processing time of the Montegero visa for Indians

The Montenegro visa processing time is 14 working days. The processing time does not include weekends, public holidays, or the day of submission.

Montenegro visa validity & length of stay

The single-entry Montenegro tourist visa for Indians is valid for 180 days, and the multiple-entry visa is valid for 365 days. Note that you are allowed to stay for no more than 90 days (continuous or discontinuous) within a period of 6 months.

It is important to note that, even if granted, the visa validity period may be shortened by the Montenegro Police at the time of entry if:

• The foreigner does not have sufficient funds for subsistence,

• The visa validity period is longer than the travel document validity period or

• It is found that the foreigner would exceed the limit of 90 days of stay within the period of 180 days starting from the date of first entry.