Montenegro
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Montenegro lies on the Adriatic between Croatia and Albania. The Bay of Kotor cuts deep into the mountains, and fortress walls climb above medieval Kotor. Budva and Sveti Stefan are known for their beaches, and Durmitor National Park for the Tara canyon and mountain lakes. The country is compact: coast to peaks takes a couple of hours. Swimming starts in late spring.
Entering Montenegro for Russians: visa rules from 1 November 2026
From 1 November 2026 Russian and Belarusian citizens will need a visa to visit or transit through Montenegro. The current visa‑free regime stays in force until the end of October, after which applications must go through visa centres.
Montenegro prepares visa regime for Russians and Belarusians: what tourists can expect
Montenegro, aiming for EU membership, plans to introduce visas for Russian and Belarusian citizens as early as this autumn. How entry rules will change, where to apply for a visa and what the impact on tourism will be – read the article.