Montenegro digital nomad visa
Digital Nomad Visa (Boravak za digitalne nomade) · Europe
Montenegro offers the Digital Nomad Visa for remote workers and digital nomads. The minimum income requirement is EUR 1,800/month (no degree) or EUR 2,400/month (degree) (~USD 1,950-2,600), the visa is valid for 2 years (yes, one 2-year renewal (4 years total)), and the government fee is ~EUR 67 application fee (excludes translation/apostille/insurance). 0% Montenegrin income tax on foreign-earned income on the nomad permit (verify; program ends 2026). Dependents allowed; extra-income-per-dependent figure N/A. These figures are a dated snapshot — verify on the official government source before applying.
Source: Ministry of Interior (gov.me). Data as of June 2026.
Montenegro nomad visa at a glance
| Item | Montenegro |
|---|---|
| Minimum income | EUR 1,800/month (no degree) or EUR 2,400/month (degree) (~USD 1,950-2,600) |
| Visa duration | 2 years |
| Renewable | Yes, one 2-year renewal (4 years total) |
| Government fee | ~EUR 67 application fee (excludes translation/apostille/insurance) |
| Tax for nomads | 0% Montenegrin income tax on foreign-earned income on the nomad permit (verify; program ends 2026) |
| Processing time | ~2 months |
| Family / dependents | Dependents allowed; extra-income-per-dependent figure N/A. |
Source: Ministry of Interior (gov.me). Data as of June 2026.
Income requirement
EUR 1,800/month (no degree) or EUR 2,400/month (degree) (~USD 1,950-2,600). 3x the Montenegrin minimum wage. WARNING: the current digital-nomad program is scheduled to run only until 31 December 2026; status beyond 2026 is unconfirmed.
Requirements & eligibility
Remote work for / services to companies based outside Montenegro; foreign-source income only; health insurance >=EUR 30,000; clean police clearance; passport valid 6+ months.
Tax for digital nomads in Montenegro
0% Montenegrin income tax on foreign-earned income on the nomad permit (verify; program ends 2026).
Tax is the single most variable part of nomad life. Whether you owe tax in Montenegro depends on how long you stay (most countries treat 183+ days as tax residency), where your income arises, your citizenship, and any double-tax treaty with your home country. This is general information, not tax advice — confirm with Montenegro's tax authority and a cross-border tax professional.
Family & dependents
Dependents allowed; extra-income-per-dependent figure N/A.
Processing time
~2 months.
Data quality for Montenegro
Partly from secondary sources — verify on the official source. Verified against the official Montenegro source. Figures are a snapshot as of June 2026; income thresholds in particular change (several are tied to local minimum or average wages and recalculated yearly). See our methodology.
Frequently asked questions
What is the income requirement for the Montenegro digital nomad visa?
The Montenegro Digital Nomad Visa requires EUR 1,800/month (no degree) or EUR 2,400/month (degree) (~USD 1,950-2,600). 3x the Montenegrin minimum wage. WARNING: the current digital-nomad program is scheduled to run only until 31 December 2026; status beyond 2026 is unconfirmed. Figures are as of June 2026 and can change, so verify on the official government source.
How long is the Montenegro digital nomad visa valid, and can I renew it?
The initial validity is 2 years. Yes, one 2-year renewal (4 years total).
How much does the Montenegro digital nomad visa cost?
The government fee is ~EUR 67 application fee (excludes translation/apostille/insurance). This excludes lawyer, translation, apostille and insurance costs, which vary.
Do digital nomads pay tax in Montenegro?
0% Montenegrin income tax on foreign-earned income on the nomad permit (verify; program ends 2026). This is general information, not tax advice — verify with Montenegro's tax authority and your home country, because your liability depends on tax residency and where your income arises.
Can my family join me on the Montenegro nomad visa?
Dependents allowed; extra-income-per-dependent figure N/A.
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Last updated: 2026-06-20