🇲🇪 Montenegro · Employer-sponsored work

Temporary Residence and Work Permit — requirements, costs & how to apply

Official source Updated 2026-06-24 · Government page ↗

Who is eligible

Job offerRequired
Employer sponsorRequired
Health insuranceRequired (valid in-country)
Criminal recordClean record / police clearance

Costs

Application / consular fee€60

Duration & renewal

Does not lead directly to permanent residence.

How to apply

  1. Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
  2. Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://psc.gov.me/en/sektorske-informacije/ministarstvo-unutrasnjih-poslova/privremeni-boravak-i-rad-radna-dozvola.
  3. Typical processing: ~15 days.

Frequently asked

Does this visa lead to permanent residence?

No — it does not lead directly to permanent residence.

Do I need health insurance?

Yes — valid health insurance in the country is required.

Sources & verification

Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.

Health insurance

“has health insurance (provided by a foreigner)”

Criminal record

“was not banned from entering and staying in Montenegro (this proof is obtained ex officio)”

No direct PR path

“Temporary residence and work (work permit)”

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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-24.

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