Student Visa (Long-stay Type D)
Montenegro
Last updated: December 26, 2025
1 year (renewable)
$41
10-30 days
Medium
About this Visa
Montenegro's student visa lets you study at Montenegrin universities while living in the country. You can work part-time and bring your family with you. After 5 years of living there, you can stay permanently. After 10 years total, you can become a Montenegrin citizen. This visa is for anyone studying at a school or university in Montenegro. It's a good option if you want affordable education in Europe.
Key Benefits
- Work up to 15 hours per week without special permission
- Bring spouse and children with residence permits
- Access to healthcare with EUR 30,000+ insurance
- Travel freely throughout Montenegro
- After 5 years: apply for permanent residency
- After 10 years: become Montenegrin citizen
- Study at English-taught university programs
Eligibility & Requirements
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be 17 or older (minors need parental permission)
- Accepted to a Montenegrin school or university
- EUR 3,650 in bank account
- No serious criminal record
- Can understand English for English-taught programs
- Good health (medical certificate may be required)
- Genuine student intent
Financial Requirement
EUR 3,650 (approximately $4,000) in a Montenegrin bank account
Documents
- PassportValid for at least 15 months
- University acceptance letterProof of acceptance to a Montenegrin school or university
- Bank statementShowing EUR 3,650 or more in a Montenegrin account
- Health insurance certificateEUR 30,000+ coverage from a Montenegro provider
- Proof of housingNotarized rental agreement or university housing confirmation
- Police clearance certificateRequired if 16 or older, not older than 6 months
- Application formCompleted in English and signed
- Passport photos2 recent color photos (35x45mm)
- Motivation letterSigned letter explaining why you want to study
Disclaimer: The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or immigration advice. Visa requirements, fees, and processes change frequently. Please verify all information with official government sources and consult a qualified immigration attorney before making decisions.