Statement by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on the Implementation of the New Visa Regime

Regarding the commencement of Montenegro’s new visa regime for citizens of the People’s Republic of China, the Russian Federation, the Republic of Türkiye, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Republic of Belarus from the 1st, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs informs the public that it has received an official note from the Embassy of the Republic of Belarus informing Montenegro that, starting from the 1st. According to official information from the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in Podgorica, Montenegrin citizens may travel without obtaining a visa until the 31st. As for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, we remind citizens that a visa to enter that country was required previously as well. Regarding travel requirements for other countries, Montenegrin citizens are advised to follow official notices from the competent authorities of those countries, as well as information available through their diplomatic and consular missions accredited in Montenegro. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs will continue to monitor developments and promptly inform the public of all relevant changes to visa regimes, with the aim of ensuring the timely provision of information to citizens and protecting their rights and interests when travelling internationally.