Immigration
A single residence and work permit with seasonal quotas
As a non-EU state, Montenegro applies the Foreigners Act to all non-nationals, issuing a combined temporary residence and work permit. Annual quotas govern seasonal work, which matters for the large tourism sector.
Key rules
- A single permit combines temporary residence and work authorisation.
- Annual government decisions set quotas for seasonal and other employment.
- Permanent residence is generally available after five years of continuous residence.
Governing law
- Foreigners Act (Zakon o strancima)
- Act on Montenegrin Citizenship
In practice
Montenegro generally does not permit dual citizenship, which is a decisive consideration for naturalisation applicants.