Montenegro Citizenship

In July 2018, the government of Montenegro announced the launch of the country’s citizenship by investment program.

Investors pass Due Diligence, make a non-refundable contribution to a government fund, and buy a share in a government-approved real estate project — a resort or hotel. In return, the applicants and their family members get Montenegro citizenship.

Investors don’t have to take language proficiency tests and history, and they do not have to live in Montenegro.

€472,000+

Investment amount

6 months

Obtaining period

Government Approved

Investment program

No residence requirment

No minimum requirement of time to spend in the country

Benefits of citizenship by investment program of Montenegro

Visa-free entry to 120 countries

Visa-free (or simplified) entry to more than 120 countries of the world, including all Schengen countries, Russia, Ukraine, Israel, Turkey, UAE.

Flexibility of stay

Montenegro passport holders can visit the country at any time, even if its borders are closed. They can stay or live in Montenegro permanently. In contrast, tourists from most countries can stay in Montenegro without a visa for up to 30 consecutive days.

Getting an E-2 business visa to the USA

Montenegro citizens can apply for an E-2 visa, which allows them to live and work in the USA. Applicants need to establish or buy a business in the United States. The investment amount usually starts at $100,000.

Tax Optimization

Individuals pay the income tax at the rate of 9% in Montenegro.

Inheritance

Montenegro is a candidate for EU membership, citizenship is inherited.

Terms of investment through the purchase of real estate

The investor fulfils two financial conditions: makes a non-refundable contribution of €200,000 in a specially created state fund and buys a share in a real estate project worth €250,000.

The real estate project must be government-approved and located in the northern or central part of Montenegro, except the capital city of Podgorica. The list of qualifying projects includes resort complexes and hotels.