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As of June 1st 2020, Montenegro has now reopened to tourists and accepting international arrivals from 100+ countries. For many people looking to still enjoy a European summer vacation, Montenegro might serve as the perfect country.
Jan 12, 2021 update: All Covid Related entry requirements have now been removed.
Feb Update: Montenegro has reintroduced PCR testing requirements for several nations for the next several weeks (info below)
Montenegro is located on the Adriatic Sea across from Italy, and just south of Croatia. The country has beautiful sun-drenched beaches, rugged mountains, fortified cities, lots of history, and great prices.
“We are opening our borders, in accordance with the recommendations of the profession, for the benefit of both citizens and numerous tourists who will visit us this summer,”
said the President of National Coordination Body of Montenegro.
Testing requirement for Montenegro
As of January 12, 2021, the testing requirement for Montenegro has been removed.
Prior to the January change, most arrivals into Montenegro had to show proof of a negative PCR test in order to enter.
UK Testing: Passengers from the UK will still need to bring a negative PCR test performed within 72 hours of arrival
Feb Testing Update:
Andorra, Botswana, Bulgaria, Luxembourg, San Marino, Slovakia, Israel, India, Bahrain, Lebanon, South Africa, Brazil, USA, Latvia, Estonia, Lithuania, Malta. , France, Spain, Portugal, the Netherlands, Ireland, Belgium, and Denmark will now also need a 72-hour PCR test to enter as of Feb 10, expected to last for the next 3-weeks.
.@ijzcg has updated the list of countries with less than 25/100,000 inhabitants active #COVID19 cases, which means entry into #Montenegro without quarantine.
— Govt. of Montenegro (@MeGovernment) May 31, 2020
The list no longer includes #NorthernMacedonia and #Ireland, where the rate has increased today. https://t.co/Tj3NJR9rS9 pic.twitter.com/Gt4KlcahmX
What’s currently open in Montenegro?
Here is the list of what has reopened in Montenegro (with distancing rules in effect)
- Cafes, bars and restaurants
- Grocery and liquor stores
- Theatres and Cinemas
- Gyms and Fitness Centres
- Salons and Spas
- Banks, Post Offices and Pharmacies
- Ports for yachters and cruisers
- Shopping malls
- Beaches and Swimming Areas
If you are from one of the countries currently allowed to enter Montenegro, understand there are still social distancing and health protocols still in effect. Many restaurants, bars, hotels and attractions have reopened, but with new health and safety measures in place.
The government is still suggesting the wearing of masks in public indoor spaces, 2 metres distancing, and frequent hand washing.
Read More: See a complete list of countries now reopen for international tourism
Disclaimer: Montenegro’s reopening news is ever-changing and being updated constantly. We do our best to keep this article up to date with all the latest information, but the decision to travel is ultimately your responsibility. Contact your consulate and/or local authorities to confirm your nationality’s entry before traveling.
Sources: Montenegro Tourism Board / ijzcg
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Originally Published: June 1, 2020 with updates
Rebecca
Monday 18th of January 2021
Is it now official no covid tests requirements to enter Montenegro just use passport as US citizen?
Alex
Saturday 7th of November 2020
Can you enter Montenegro from The US with a rapid Covid test? I’m flying there tomorrow, and I just got a negative rapid Covid test today.
Kashlee Kucheran
Saturday 7th of November 2020
Please read the "List of Countries That Can Currently Travel to Montenegro WITH a Negative-PCR Test (within 72 hours)" section of this article.
Lauriane A
Friday 6th of November 2020
Hi, is it still up to dates as of now please? We are French and Canadian Citizen travelling from Greece (Where we stayed more than a month now), can we still enter Montenegro? Without the test? Thank you!
Kashlee Kucheran
Friday 6th of November 2020
To our knowledge, this is all still accurate entry info :)
Kevin
Thursday 29th of October 2020
Hi Kashlee,
My girlfriend and I (both Americans) are planning on traveling to Montenegro this weekend from Dubrovnik after a 14 day stay here. Are we able to enter without a Covid-19 test? Apologies if this has been answered before and many thanks in advance for your help!
Kashlee Kucheran
Thursday 29th of October 2020
With the information I have, as long as you have been in Croatia for 14 days, you will not need the test
Jenny
Wednesday 14th of October 2020
Hi Kashlee, I have a question regarding entering Montenegro. I am a citizen of Kazakhstan and my husband (US citizen) and I had a proxy marriage, now we need to consummate our marriage, so I was curious do you have any information regarding Kazakhstan passport holders traveling to Montenegro, are we even allowed? Thank you so much in advance for your help.
Kashlee Kucheran
Wednesday 14th of October 2020
Hello Jenny, Kazakhstan is not on either list in this article, but there is a section below the lists that says: "What if your country is not on the pre-approved list? If your country is not on the list of pre-approved countries, you MAY still enter Montenegro, but with a 14 day self-isolation."
This makes me believe it is possible for you with a 14-day quarantine, and possible for your husband with a PCR test (providing he is coming from the USA)
It would be best to contact border police or the consulate to be sure on this