Temporary residence and work permit
work permit
Foreigners can work in Montenegro on a temporary residence and work permit issued by the Ministry of the Interior, only for the job and employer named in it. Applicants show a written job offer, their education and qualifications, health, means of support, accommodation, health insurance and a valid travel document. The fee is €60 plus €5 for the permit form and €2 for the request. Five years of temporary residence can lead to permanent residence.
Life in Montenegro
Money
3
Currency
Euro
EUR
Euro
Cost of living
49
Price level · US = 100
World Bank price levels, 2025
Tax
9–15%
Income tax (national)
VAT 21%
Employment income: 0% up to EUR 700/month, 9% EUR 700.01-1,000, 15% above EUR 1,000; most other income 15%; municipalities may add a surtax (prirez).
Living
1
Happiness
#58 of 145 countries
World Happiness Report 2025
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Who it’s for
Foreign nationals with a written job offer from an employer in Montenegro.
Eligibility
Job offer
A written offer from the employer to employ the foreigner in a specific workplace, plus proof of education, qualifications and health.
General conditions
Means of support, accommodation and health insurance; a travel document valid at least 3 months longer than the permit.
Record and security
No entry ban; no unconditional prison sentence of more than six months for an offence prosecuted ex officio in Montenegro or the country of origin; no national security or public health obstacles.
A sneak peek at what's inside
- Document checklistValid travel document or ID card
- FeesPermit fee
- Steps to applyGet a written job offer from an employer in Montenegro
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