D Visa (Long Stay)
Montenegro
Last updated: December 26, 2025
180 days
$41
10-60 days
Low
About this Visa
The D visa lets you stay in Montenegro for 6 months. It's for people who want to work, study, or start a business. You can use it to live there long-term while you settle in. This visa is the first step. After you arrive, you can apply for a permanent residence permit and eventually become a citizen. It's different from the short-term tourist visa—this one is for people staying longer. Digital nomads (remote workers) can use this visa to work for foreign companies. Regular workers need a job offer from a company in Montenegro.
Key Benefits
- Stay in Montenegro for 6 months
- Work (with a separate work permit)
- Bring your spouse and children with you
- Access to healthcare (must have insurance)
- Travel to nearby European countries
- First step toward permanent residence (5 years) and citizenship (10 years)
- Digital nomads don't pay tax on foreign income
Eligibility & Requirements
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be 18 or older
- Have a valid passport
- Have no serious criminal record
- Prove you have money to support yourself
- Have health insurance
- Have a place to stay arranged
- Have a clear reason (work, study, business)
- No outstanding legal issues
Financial Requirement
For Workers: Show bank statements and a job contract proving you can support yourself. For Digital Nomads: Earn at least €2,010 per month ($2,350). For Students: Show proof you're enrolled and can pay for expenses
Documents
- Valid passport3+ months valid after your stay
- Colored photo35 × 45 mm, less than 6 months old
- Proof of moneyBank statements, job letter, or scholarship
- Proof of residenceRental contract or hotel booking
- Health insuranceCovers your whole stay
- Criminal record checkFrom your country, less than 6 months old
- Reason for stayJob contract, university letter, or business plan
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.