Montenegro Travel Guide
Tourist season
Are April and May good months to visit Montenegro?
April
Semi-high
season
May
Semi-high
season
Did you know?
The population of Montenegro is around 628.1 thous., which puts the country in 128. place in terms of population (out of 231 countries and dependent territories).
How far is it?
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The distance between Podgorica (ME) and Washington D.C. (US) is 4757 miles
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Cities and Top Tourist Attractions
From historical cities to picturesque landmarks and fascinating places - don't miss out on these attractions when planning a visit to Montenegro
| Miles | Podgorica | Budva | Ulcinj | Cetinje | Kotor | Bar | Herceg Novi | Pljevlja |
| Podgorica | - | 24 | 36 | 17 | 25 | 24 | 37 | 63 |
| Budva | 24 | - | 31 | 8 | 11 | 17 | 19 | 79 |
| Ulcinj | 36 | 31 | - | 35 | 42 | 14 | 50 | 99 |
| Cetinje | 17 | 8 | 35 | - | 9 | 21 | 20 | 70 |
| Kotor | 25 | 11 | 42 | 9 | - | 28 | 12 | 70 |
| Bar | 24 | 17 | 14 | 21 | 28 | - | 37 | 87 |
| Herceg Novi | 37 | 19 | 50 | 20 | 12 | 37 | - | 75 |
| Pljevlja | 63 | 79 | 99 | 70 | 70 | 87 | 75 | - |
Practical Information for Travelers
- Budget
- Currency
- Vaccinations
- Visa
- Electricity
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Vaccinations
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You should be up to date on routine vaccinations while traveling to any destination. Some vaccinations may also be required in Montenegro.
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Get travel vaccines and medicines because there is a risk of these diseases in the country you are visiting.
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Vaccinations and medications that may be recommended under certain conditions, depending on where you will be, the length of your stay and the nature of your stay.
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B is a disease caused by the hepatitis B virus.Infection occurs through contact of injured skin or mucous membranes with virus-infected blood or other secretions (e.g. during sexual contact, through contaminated needles or as a result of medical procedures).Prevention
- Get vaccinated
- Avoid sharing body fluids
- Avoid non-sterile medical or cosmetic equipment
With or without a visa?
Visa requirements for citizens of
- United States
visiting 
Montenegro for tourism
A visa is not required.
- Allowed stay: 90 days
- Registration with the local police within 24 hours of arrival is mandatory.
Electricity
230V (50 Hz)
In Montenegro the standard voltage is 230V and the frequency is 50 Hz. Type C, F sockets are used.
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Type C
Type FFacts and Figures
Fundamental socio-economic statistical data pertaining to the country
Population | 128 / 231 Ranking | 628 066 Montenegrin 45%, Serbian 28.7%, Bosniak 8.7%, Albanian 4.9%, Muslim 3.3%, Roma 1%, Croat 1% |
Area | 129 / 232 Ranking | 5.3 thous. mi² |
Life expectancy | 124 / 221 Ranking | 77.5 Life expectancy expressed in years.men 75.1women 80 |
Median age | 124 / 222 Ranking | 39.6 Average age of population expressed in years.men 38.1women 41.1 |
Population growth | 123 / 224 Ranking | -0.4% The difference between live births and deaths. A negative value means natural loss. |
Literacy | 117 / 210 Ranking | 98.8% Ability to read, write and count.men 99.5%women 98.3% |
GDP | 110 / 194 Ranking | 20 543 INT$ GDP per capita is gross domestic product converted to international dollars (Int$) using purchasing power parity rates and divided by total population. |
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