The Government of Montenegro is considering the possibility of… (черногория · гражданин · визовый)
The Government of Montenegro is considering the possibility of introducing a visa regime for citizens of Russia and Belarus. According to sources close to the publication, the Montenegrin government may soon make a decision on implementing a visa requirement for Russian and Belarusian nationals.
Consensus
- Chernegoria is considering introducing a visa regime for Russian and Belarusian citizens.
- The proposed change is linked to the country's goal of joining the European Union by 2028.
- The new rules are expected to take effect on October 1.
- The decision is part of broader efforts to harmonize Chernegoria’s visa policy with EU requirements.
Points of divergence
- Chernegoria had previously planned to introduce visas for Russians by autumn 2026, but the current plan is now set for October 1. — vm
- The visa introduction will be phased in through a second round of harmonization that will include Turkey and other Middle Eastern countries like Qatar, Bahrain, and UAE. — kommerstant
Coverage (2 sources)
- DAN: Montenegro will introduce visas for Russians and Belarusians from October 1 — Вечерняя Москва
- Montenegro will cancel visa-free travel for Russians from October 1 — Коммерсантъ