Residence & Work Permits

Montenegro offers a straightforward and accessible residency program for foreign nationals. Whether you are establishing a business, purchasing real estate, or relocating as a digital nomad, obtaining a legal residence permit (Boravak) is your gateway to living in one of Europe’s most beautiful and tax-friendly nations.

Our team navigates the complexities of the Ministry of Interior, ensuring all paperwork is translated, notarized, and submitted correctly, avoiding common pitfalls and delays.

Key Benefits

Pathway to Citizenship

Legal residency puts you on the track to permanent residency and eventually citizenship.

Family Reunification

Your spouse and minor children can easily obtain residency linked to yours.

Visa-Free Travel

Residents enjoy easier visa applications for the Schengen zone and other global destinations.

High Quality of Life

Enjoy a Mediterranean climate, stunning nature, and a very low crime rate.

The Process

A transparent, step-by-step approach ensuring clarity and compliance at every stage.

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Step 1

Eligibility Check

We assess the best pathway for your residency: company formation, property ownership, or employment.

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Step 2

Documentation

We assist in gathering and legalizing required documents from your home country (e.g., clean criminal record).

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Step 3

Ministry Application

We accompany you to the Ministry of Interior to submit biometrics and applications.

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Step 4

Permit Issuance

You receive your Montenegrin residence card (Boravak) within 20-30 days.

Preparation & Requirements

We ensure a frictionless experience by guiding you through all necessary documentation before the process begins. Our legal team assists with translations, apostilles, and notarizations.

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Required Documents

A general overview of the paperwork typically required to initiate this service. We provide full assistance in obtaining and legalizing these documents.

Valid Passport (min. 6 months validity)
Clean Criminal Record (from home country, apostilled)
Proof of Education (Diploma/Degree)
Bank Reference Letter
Power of Attorney (if applying remotely)

Knowledge Base

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, once you obtain your residence permit, your spouse and minor children can apply for family reunification.

Temporary residence permits are issued for 1 year and can be renewed annually.

After 5 continuous years of legal temporary residence, you are eligible to apply for permanent residency.

To maintain your temporary residence status, you generally cannot be out of the country for more than 30 consecutive days, or up to 90 days total in a year, unless justified.

Forming a company is the most reliable and popular route, as there is no minimum property value requirement, and the setup costs are minimal.

No extensive medical tests are required, but you will need basic health insurance, which we arrange for you locally.

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