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🇲🇪Montenegro
Europe· Updated 06/03/2026
Information
Capital
Podgorica
Population
633,450
Currency
Euro (EUR €)
Languages
Monténégrin, Serbe, Bosnien, Albanais
Continent
Europe
Calling code
+382
Timezone
Europe/Podgorica
Area
13,450 km²
Government
Parliamentary republic
National day
13 July - Statehood Day
Internet domain
.me
About
Montenegro is a small Balkan country on the Adriatic Sea. It is renowned for its stunning mountains, picturesque coastlines, and capital Podgorica. Formerly a republic of Yugoslavia, it gained independence in 2006.
Safety
Risk level :Overall risk level low to moderate for tourists.
Risk areas
Border with Kosovo - Occasional political tensions
Crime(Low)
- Avoid wearing visible valuables
- Stay vigilant in tourist areas
Terrorism(Low)
- Low risk, follow local authorities' advice
Transport
- Drive carefully, avoid at night
Natural risks(Moderate seismic and flood risks)
- Follow weather alerts
Health(Adequate but limited healthcare system outside Podgorica)
- Standard vaccines recommended, travel insurance mandatory
Practical tips
- Register your trip with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs
- Have comprehensive health insurance
- Respect local customs
Cost of living
Accommodation
Studio city center400
1-bedroom apartment in city center500
1-bedroom apartment in suburb350
3-bedroom apartment in city center800
3-bedroom apartment in suburb600
Food
Inexpensive restaurant meal7
Meal for 2 mid-range restaurant35
McDonald's menu6
Local beer (0.5L)2
Cappuccino2
Water (1.5L)0.6
Bread (500g)0.8
Milk (1L)1
Eggs (12)2.5
Chicken (1kg)5
Apples (1kg)1.5
Bananas (1kg)1.2
Transport
Public transport ticket0.8
Monthly transport subscription25
Taxi ride (start)1.5
Taxi (1km)0.7
Gasoline (1L)1.5
Leisure
Fitness membership (monthly)30
Tennis court (1h weekend)15
Cinema6
Theater20
Health
General practitioner consultation25
Dentist consultation40
Antibiotic medications10
Cold medications (6 days)5
Others
High-speed internet (60 Mbps+)25
Mobile plan (calls + 10GB)10
Public services for 85m² apartment100
Jeans (Levis 501 or similar)70
Nike sports shoes80
International primary school (monthly)600
Practical information
Electricity
Voltage230V
Frequency50Hz
Plug typesType C, Type F
Emergency numbers
Police122
Ambulance124
Fire department123
Practical information
Driving side
Right
Tap water
unsafe
Tipping
10-15% in restaurants