Quand les Ukrainiens ont-ils besoin d'un visa pour le Monténégro et comment en faire la demande ?

Les citoyens ukrainiens n'ont pas besoin de visa pour un séjour de courte durée au Monténégro, mais un visa est requis pour le travail, les études ou la résidence de longue durée. Découvrez si un visa est requis pour les citoyens ukrainiens lors de leurs voyages au Monténégro en 2025. Quels cas nécessitent un visa, comment préparer correctement les documents, où faire la demande et comment éviter les erreurs

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Ukrainians do not need a visa for a short stay in Montenegro. According to current legislation, Ukrainian citizens can freely stay in Montenegro for up to 90 days within a 180-day period without the need for a visa. This rule applies to both tourist trips and short-term business visits. It is important to ensure that you do not exceed the permitted period of stay, as this may result in fines or other sanctions upon re-entry. But if your goal is to study, work or stay for a long time, you should take care of obtaining the appropriate visa or residence permit in advance.

In this material, we explain in detail when you need a visa to travel to Montenegro, how to apply for it correctly and how to avoid the most common mistakes.

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When do Ukrainians need a visa to enter Montenegro?

Thanks to the visa-free regime, citizens of Ukraine can stay in Montenegro without a visa for up to 90 days within a 180-day period. This rule applies to tourist trips, business trips, visiting friends or participating in short-term events.

To stay longer than 90 days, you need a long-term visa and a temporary or permanent residence permit.

A long-term visa is required for Ukrainians in Montenegro if they:

- Plan to stay for more than 90 days. For example, for long-term treatment, participation in courses, living with family.

- Studying at universities, colleges, etc.

- For work or internships, including under a contract or through an agency.

- Reunification with family legally residing in Montenegro.

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Main types of long-term visas to Montenegro

A long-term visa of category D allows a foreigner to visit Montenegro for six months within one year. This visa is issued for one, two or multiple entries. The grounds for issuing a long-term visa of category D can be:

- Work

Ukrainians who wish to work in Montenegro must apply in advance for a work visa and a permit to the country. To apply for a work visa, you must have a job offer.

- Study

Montenegrin higher education institutions have expanded their course offer, and more and more foreign students are choosing to study here.

Montenegro provides for student training within the framework of the residency program. Students from non-EU countries must apply for student residence before arriving in Montenegro.

- Doing Business

According to Montenegrin law, it is not enough to simply establish a company in Montenegro. To obtain a temporary residence permit, most people who want to go this route set up their own company and then hire themselves as the CEO.

The good news is that Montenegro has a simple company registration process. And being the CEO of your own company meets Montenegro’s employment and residency requirements.

- Seasonal Work

Seasonal work, such as in the hospitality and tourism sectors, is one way to obtain a temporary residence permit in Montenegro.

There are several other reasons for obtaining a visa and temporary residence permit in Montenegro, including scientific research, medical treatment, humanitarian work and for international celebrities, but these are only issued in a small number of cases.

To determine which visa is right for you and prepare the necessary package of documents, consult a visa lawyer at Visit Ukraine. This will help to avoid mistakes and speed up the process of obtaining the document.

How to apply for a visa to enter Montenegro?

Visas to Montenegro for citizens of Ukraine are issued at the Embassy of Montenegro in Kyiv (Ukraine, 03150, Kyiv, Ivana Fedorova Street, 12, tel.: +38 (044) 287 7808).

This article describes how to obtain a visa, legalization in the country, and other important aspects of emigration to Montenegro in 2025 for Ukrainians.

Applying for a visa to Montenegro is a multi-stage process, so it is important to act gradually:

Step 1 – Determine the type of visa

Depending on the purpose of the trip, the type is selected: work, study, business, etc.

Step 2 – Prepare the necessary documents

The standard list includes: a valid passport, 2 current photos, health insurance, documents confirming the purpose of the trip, financial capacity (bank statements), confirmation of residence in Montenegro.

Step 3 – Sign up for the submission of documents

Documents for a visa to Montenegro for Ukrainians are submitted to the Embassy of Montenegro in Kyiv.

Step 4 – Submitting an application and paying fees

The application must be submitted in a timely manner, preferably 6 months and no less than 2 weeks before the planned date of travel. The visa fee depends on the type of visa.

Step 5 – Waiting for and receiving a visa

Processing time: about 20 days, in some cases longer.

If you need help obtaining a residence permit or work permit in Montenegro – contact migration specialists for advice.

What documents are required to obtain a visa to Montenegro?

There is a fairly standard list of documents that must be submitted with your Montenegro visa application:

- A copy of your valid passport, the validity of which does not expire earlier than the visa.

- Proof of education.

- A certificate of no criminal record. This applies to all applicants over the age of 16 who must have obtained it within the last six months.

- Proof of solvency in the form of a confirmation that you have 3,650 euros in a Montenegrin bank account. Or confirmation from your employer that your salary is at least 350 euros per month. For family applications, these figures are multiplied by the total number of family members.

- Marriage certificate, if you are applying as a family

- Birth certificates of minor children

- Proof of residence (property list) and note that this applies to both homeowners and tenants.

- Employment proof requirements vary by municipality

- Proof of your participation in a health insurance program.

Documents that were not issued in Montenegro (such as your criminal record) must be translated by a licensed Montenegrin translator.

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How can you avoid mistakes when applying for a visa to Montenegro?

Most refusals occur due to technical or formal errors. The most common of them are:

- Incorrectly filled out application form.

- Missing documents or errors in dates.

- Out-of-date certificates.

- Lack of financial evidence.

- Incorrectly selected type of visa.

- Attempt to submit false documents.

Such errors lead to refusal of the application for visa. To avoid them, carefully check all the information you provide in the application form and make sure that the package of documents is complete. It is also important to monitor changes in migration legislation and respond to them in a timely manner.

Why should you contact Visit Ukraine lawyers when applying for a visa to Montenegro?

Applying for a long-term visa is often associated with bureaucratic difficulties, lack of up-to-date information and the risk of refusal due to formal errors in the documents. Visit Ukraine lawyers will help you avoid common mistakes, correctly prepare a package of documents and navigate all the legal nuances, especially if your situation is non-standard.

Turning to specialists is an opportunity to save time, nerves and get support at every stage of the application.

What can Visit Ukraine lawyers help with?

- Consultation on the type of visa in your situation.

- Verification of the package of documents.

- Assistance in filling out the application form.

- Preparation for application.

- Support in case of refusal or appeal.

Get professional advice from Visit Ukraine lawyers to avoid mistakes and unnecessary expenses. Our experts will help you with the visa application to Montenegro quickly and without stress.

As a reminder! Montenegro is a unique country on the Adriatic coast that has been attracting tourists and migrant workers for decades. We have already told you who needs to get insurance before traveling to Montenegro and how to do it to feel confident on any trip.

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