Montenegro visa for United States citizens

As a Montenegro passport holder planning a trip to the United States, remember that a visa is indeed required for entry, with options ranging from tourist and business visas to specialized work and student permits. The process for securing your visa, which can involve an application fee of around $185 USD, is crucial, so familiarize yourself with the seven available visa types to select the most appropriate one for your intended stay of up to 6 months for tourism. Considering the significant distance, booking flights well in advance is highly recommended, particularly if you aim to travel during the popular summer months of June through August, and be prepared for a substantial time zone difference from Montenegro.

Visa-free90d stay· verified 2026-05-27

Entry requirements

Passport validity
3+ months
Funds proof
$50 / day
Health insurance
Required

Visa options

TransitAirport Transit Visa (Visa A)
0dmultiple-entryvalid 3mo
Apply
TransitTransit Visa (Visa B, single entry)
5dvalid 6mo
Apply
TransitTransit Visa (Visa B, double entry)
5ddouble-entryvalid 6mo
Apply
TransitTransit Visa (Visa B, multiple entry)
5dmultiple-entryvalid 6mo
Apply
TouristShort Stay Visa (Visa C – tourist/business/other, single entry)
90dvalid 6mo
Apply
TouristShort Stay Visa (Visa C – tourist/business/other, double entry)
90ddouble-entryvalid 6mo
Apply
TouristShort Stay Visa (Visa C – tourist/business/other, multiple entry – standard)
90dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
TouristShort Stay Visa (Visa C – tourist/business/other, multiple entry – extended)
90dmultiple-entryvalid 5y
Apply
TouristShort Stay Visa (Visa C – collective group visa)
30dvalid 1mo
Apply
BusinessShort Stay Visa (Visa C – business)
90dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
OtherLong Stay Visa (Visa D – general)
180dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
BusinessLong Stay Visa (Visa D – business/other long‑term activity)
180dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
WorkTemporary Residence Permit – employment and work
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
WorkTemporary Residence Permit – seasonal work
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
StudentTemporary Residence Permit – secondary education and studies
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
StudentTemporary Residence Permit – participation in student or youth exchange programmes
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
StudentTemporary Residence Permit – specialization, vocational training and practical training
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
OtherTemporary Residence Permit – scientific research
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
MedicalTemporary Residence Permit – medical treatment
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
FamilyTemporary Residence Permit – family reunification
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
HumanitarianTemporary Residence Permit – humanitarian grounds
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
OtherTemporary Residence Permit – other justified reasons
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
OtherPermanent Residence Permit
0dmultiple-entry
Digital NomadLong-Stay Visa (D Visa) – Digital Nomad
180d

Registration with local police within 24 hours mandatory.

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