Operation 'STRANAC' Across the Entire Territory of Montenegro: Over 5,100 Foreign Nationals Controlled, Hospitality Establishments, Betting Shops, Casinos, Accommodation Capacities, Construction Sites; 570 Measures Taken

In July, during a coordinated operation conducted throughout the entire country, in all regions under the jurisdiction of regional border police centers, a full-day operational action called 'STRANAC – intensified control of foreigners' movement, stay, and work' was carried out. The focus was on increased border surveillance, legality checks of foreigners' stay and work, and combating illegal migration and all forms of cross-border crime. During the operation, extensive controls were performed nationwide, with 4,311 foreign nationals residing in Montenegro up to 90 days and 798 foreigners with approved temporary or permanent residence checked. Additionally, 153 hospitality establishments, betting shops, and casinos; 112 accommodation facilities; 62 construction sites; 75 business entities; three tourist organizations; as well as one port and one marina were inspected. One criminal report and eight misdemeanor reports were filed, 249 misdemeanor orders issued, and nine initiatives submitted to the Ministry of Internal Affairs to terminate the temporary residence of foreigners. The border police sector will continue, in cooperation with other organizational units of the Police Directorate, the Ministry of Internal Affairs, inspection services, and local authorities, to carry out intensive planned and targeted activities aimed at controlling the legality of entry, movement, stay, and work of foreigners, with increased efforts during the summer tourist season. Through continuous implementation of such actions, the Police Directorate aims to suppress illegal stay of foreigners, detect and prevent criminal acts and misdemeanors, strengthen border security, protect public order and peace, and maintain a stable security environment for citizens and tourists in Montenegro.