Montenegro
Situated on the Balkan Peninsula in Southeastern Europe, Montenegro is known for its magnificent and unparalleled natural beauty. Emerging as a sovereign state in 2006, Montenegro is a member of NATO, uses the euro as its currency, and is an official candidate country for EU membership.
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Montenegro is not only known for being a popular luxury destination, but it also has dynamic investment potential.
Population: | 628,000 |
Language: | Montenegrin |
Economy: | Tourism-based |
Currency: | Euro |
More about Montenegro
Montenegro boasts untouched expansive peaks, shimmering lakes, and a 629,000-strong population that is known for its warm hospitality. The majestic Mount Lovćen is the heart of the country and the enchanting Adriatic Coast spans 273 km, is indented with pristine sandy beaches, and features the elite Porto Montenegro, one of Europe’s increasingly popular luxury destinations. This natural harbor is home to superyachts, helicopter fleets, exquisite properties, and lavish nightclubs.
Nearby lies the medieval town of Kotor, a UNESCO World Heritage Site where the mountainous landscape frames the Venetian, Austrian, and baroque-style buildings. Tourism is the biggest driver of this safe and stable country’s economy, and Montenegro frequently ranks as one of the world’s prime tourist destinations.
The World Bank classifies Montenegro as one of the fastest-growing Balkan economies, and the nation is quickly establishing itself as a key strategic destination for some of the world’s most important industries.
The Montenegrin passport ranks 46th on the Henley Passport Index, providing its holders with visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 124 destinations worldwide, including Hong Kong, Russia, Singapore, Turkey, the UAE, and the countries in Europe’s Schengen Area. The official language is Montenegrin, while Serbian, Bosnian, and Croatian are also spoken. The official currency is the euro.
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Investment
Minimum financial requirement of EUR 450,000 (investment of EUR 250,000 and a donation of EUR 200,000 to the country)
Processing time
Approximately eight–ten months from submission of the application to approval
Key benefit
The right of free movement to Montenegro, the countries in Europe’s Schengen Area, Russia, and Türkiye, among others
Citizenship byInvestment Overview
The Montenegro Citizenship by Investment Program was developed by the Government of Montenegro and was launched in 2019 as part of its ongoing efforts to attract foreign direct investment and increase economic activity in the country. The program requires applicants to make a defined economic contribution to the country.
Montenegro Citizenship by Investment
The Montenegro Citizenship by Investment Program was launched by the Government of Montenegro as part of its ongoing efforts to attract foreign direct investment and increase economic activity in the country.
The Montenegro Citizenship by Investment Program requires applicants to make a defined economic contribution to Montenegrin society through an investment in an approved development project, and a capital contribution to a fund designated by the government for the advancement of under-developed areas. In exchange, and subject to a stringent vetting and due diligence process, including thorough background checks, applicants and their families are granted citizenship.
Benefits of the Montenegro Citizenship by Investment Program
- Visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 124 destinations including Europe’s Schengen Area, Russia, and Türkiye
- Citizenship in a country that is an official EU candidate country
- Citizenship in a multinational and multilingual European community that enjoys a mild Mediterranean climate, beautiful scenery, and a low cost of living
- Citizenship in a member state of the European Monetary Union, the NATO Alliance, OSCE, and the WTO
- Full citizenship granted to the applicant and family members
- Investment in a development project operated by a renowned hotel brand
Requirements of Montenegrin citizenship by investment
To qualify for the Montenegro Citizenship by Investment Program, the main applicant must be over 18 years of age, meet the application requirements, and make the qualifying contributions to the Government of Montenegro. There are two routes to choose from to qualify for the program:
- An investment of EUR 450,000 to development projects in the capital of Podgorica or in the coastal regions
- An investment of EUR 250,000 to development projects in northern or central Montenegro, excluding Podgorica
In addition, there is a government fee of EUR 200,000 per application. This contribution will be directed to a special fund for the advancement of underdeveloped areas (EUR 100,000) and towards the Innovation Fund of Montenegro (EUR 100,000).
Procedures and time frame of the Montenegro Citizenship by Investment Program
All applications are submitted through intermediary agents such as Henley & Partners, which have been officially accredited to the Government of Montenegro for this purpose. Once received by the relevant government department, applications are processed within eight to ten months.
Dual citizenship
Successful applicants to the Montenegro Citizenship by Investment Program are exempt from the country’s restrictions on dual citizenship stipulated in Article 8 of the law on Montenegrin citizenship. Article 12 of the law states that citizenship may be exceptionally granted to individuals on the basis of special contributions (such as economic interest) to the country, which applies to successful program applicants.
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