Montenegro Travel Guide

Language

Serbian (very similar to Croatian) is the official language of Montenegro, although Albanian is commonly used in some areas. English is widely understood in the capital, Podgorica, and in the coastal resorts.

Currency

The official currency is the Euro (EUR). Visitors entering Montenegro with more than EUR2,000 (including travelers checks or the equivalent in another currency) should declare the amount on entry. Without declaration on entry large amounts may be confiscated on departure. Serbian Dinars are not accepted in Montenegro and should be exchanged for Euros. There are ATMs, which accept international bank cards in major cities and towns, and most of the larger hotels, shops and main restaurants accept Diners Club, Visa and MasterCard, but American Express cards are less welcome. Money can be exchanged at the numerous banks in the towns and cities.

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Electricity

Electrical current in Montenegro is 220 volts, 50Hz. Two-prong round pin attachment plugs are in use.

Communications

The international dialing code for Montenegro is +382 (the previous code of +381 is still in use). The outgoing dialing code is 99. There are local area codes (Podgorica is (0)81). The telephone system is undergoing modernization with digital lines being slowly introduced. There is good GSM mobile network coverage throughout the country provided by two operators. There are Wi-Fi Internet zones available in Podgorica and all the main towns have Internet cafes, charging around EUR1 an hour.

Duty-Free

The following can be brought into Montenegro without paying duty: 200 cigarettes or 50 cigars or 250g tobacco; a liter of wine and 750ml of spirits; perfume for personal use; personal jewelry and clothing; up to two cameras and one movie/video camera; electronic equipment (such as radio) for personal use; and sports equipment. Pets can be brought into the country with a veterinary certificate of good health.

Tourist Office

National Tourism Organization of Montenegro, Podgorica: +382 (0)81 9797 or +382 (0)81 235 155. Visit www.visit-montenegro.com

Embassies in Montenegro

• United States Consulate, Podgorica: +382 (0)20 410 500.
• British Consulate, Podgorica: +382 (0)81 205 460.
• Canadian Embassy, Belgrade, Serbia (also responsible for Montenegro): +381 (0)11 306 3000.
• Australian Embassy, Belgrade, Serbia (also responsible for Montenegro): +381 (0)11 330 3400.
• South African Embassy, Athens, Greece (also responsible for Montenegro): +30 210 610 6645.
• Irish Embassy, Budapest, Hungary (also responsible for Montenegro): +36 1 301 4960.

Montenegro Embassies Abroad

• Embassy of Montenegro, London, United Kingdom: +44 (0)20 7863 8806.

Emergency

92 (Police); 94 (Medical emergency).

Language

Serbian (very similar to Croatian) is the official language of Montenegro, although Albanian is commonly used in some areas. English is widely understood in the capital, Podgorica, and in the coastal resorts.

Currency

The official currency is the Euro (EUR). Visitors entering Montenegro with more than EUR2,000 (including travelers checks or the equivalent in another currency) should declare the amount on entry. Without declaration on entry large amounts may be confiscated on departure. Serbian Dinars are not accepted in Montenegro and should be exchanged for Euros. There are ATMs, which accept international bank cards in major cities and towns, and most of the larger hotels, shops and main restaurants accept Diners Club, Visa and MasterCard, but American Express cards are less welcome. Money can be exchanged at the numerous banks in the towns and cities.

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Electricity

Electrical current in Montenegro is 220 volts, 50Hz. Two-prong round pin attachment plugs are in use.

Communications

The international dialing code for Montenegro is +382 (the previous code of +381 is still in use). The outgoing dialing code is 99. There are local area codes (Podgorica is (0)81). The telephone system is undergoing modernization with digital lines being slowly introduced. There is good GSM mobile network coverage throughout the country provided by two operators. There are Wi-Fi Internet zones available in Podgorica and all the main towns have Internet cafes, charging around EUR1 an hour.

Duty-Free

The following can be brought into Montenegro without paying duty: 200 cigarettes or 50 cigars or 250g tobacco; a liter of wine and 750ml of spirits; perfume for personal use; personal jewelry and clothing; up to two cameras and one movie/video camera; electronic equipment (such as radio) for personal use; and sports equipment. Pets can be brought into the country with a veterinary certificate of good health.

Tourist Office

National Tourism Organization of Montenegro, Podgorica: +382 (0)81 9797 or +382 (0)81 235 155. Visit www.visit-montenegro.com

Embassies in Montenegro

• United States Consulate, Podgorica: +382 (0)20 410 500.
• British Consulate, Podgorica: +382 (0)81 205 460.
• Canadian Embassy, Belgrade, Serbia (also responsible for Montenegro): +381 (0)11 306 3000.
• Australian Embassy, Belgrade, Serbia (also responsible for Montenegro): +381 (0)11 330 3400.
• South African Embassy, Athens, Greece (also responsible for Montenegro): +30 210 610 6645.
• Irish Embassy, Budapest, Hungary (also responsible for Montenegro): +36 1 301 4960.

Montenegro Embassies Abroad

• Embassy of Montenegro, London, United Kingdom: +44 (0)20 7863 8806.

Emergency

92 (Police); 94 (Medical emergency).

Language

Serbian (very similar to Croatian) is the official language of Montenegro, although Albanian is commonly used in some areas. English is widely understood in the capital, Podgorica, and in the coastal resorts.

Currency

The official currency is the Euro (EUR). Visitors entering Montenegro with more than EUR2,000 (including travelers checks or the equivalent in another currency) should declare the amount on entry. Without declaration on entry large amounts may be confiscated on departure. Serbian Dinars are not accepted in Montenegro and should be exchanged for Euros. There are ATMs, which accept international bank cards in major cities and towns, and most of the larger hotels, shops and main restaurants accept Diners Club, Visa and MasterCard, but American Express cards are less welcome. Money can be exchanged at the numerous banks in the towns and cities.

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Electricity

Electrical current in Montenegro is 220 volts, 50Hz. Two-prong round pin attachment plugs are in use.

Communications

The international dialing code for Montenegro is +382 (the previous code of +381 is still in use). The outgoing dialing code is 99. There are local area codes (Podgorica is (0)81). The telephone system is undergoing modernization with digital lines being slowly introduced. There is good GSM mobile network coverage throughout the country provided by two operators. There are Wi-Fi Internet zones available in Podgorica and all the main towns have Internet cafes, charging around EUR1 an hour.

Duty-Free

The following can be brought into Montenegro without paying duty: 200 cigarettes or 50 cigars or 250g tobacco; a liter of wine and 750ml of spirits; perfume for personal use; personal jewelry and clothing; up to two cameras and one movie/video camera; electronic equipment (such as radio) for personal use; and sports equipment. Pets can be brought into the country with a veterinary certificate of good health.

Tourist Office

National Tourism Organization of Montenegro, Podgorica: +382 (0)81 9797 or +382 (0)81 235 155. Visit www.visit-montenegro.com

Embassies in Montenegro

• United States Consulate, Podgorica: +382 (0)20 410 500.
• British Consulate, Podgorica: +382 (0)81 205 460.
• Canadian Embassy, Belgrade, Serbia (also responsible for Montenegro): +381 (0)11 306 3000.
• Australian Embassy, Belgrade, Serbia (also responsible for Montenegro): +381 (0)11 330 3400.
• South African Embassy, Athens, Greece (also responsible for Montenegro): +30 210 610 6645.
• Irish Embassy, Budapest, Hungary (also responsible for Montenegro): +36 1 301 4960.

Montenegro Embassies Abroad

• Embassy of Montenegro, London, United Kingdom: +44 (0)20 7863 8806.

Emergency

92 (Police); 94 (Medical emergency).

Language

Serbian (very similar to Croatian) is the official language of Montenegro, although Albanian is commonly used in some areas. English is widely understood in the capital, Podgorica, and in the coastal resorts.

Currency

The official currency is the Euro (EUR). Visitors entering Montenegro with more than EUR2,000 (including travelers checks or the equivalent in another currency) should declare the amount on entry. Without declaration on entry large amounts may be confiscated on departure. Serbian Dinars are not accepted in Montenegro and should be exchanged for Euros. There are ATMs, which accept international bank cards in major cities and towns, and most of the larger hotels, shops and main restaurants accept Diners Club, Visa and MasterCard, but American Express cards are less welcome. Money can be exchanged at the numerous banks in the towns and cities.

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Electricity

Electrical current in Montenegro is 220 volts, 50Hz. Two-prong round pin attachment plugs are in use.

Communications

The international dialing code for Montenegro is +382 (the previous code of +381 is still in use). The outgoing dialing code is 99. There are local area codes (Podgorica is (0)81). The telephone system is undergoing modernization with digital lines being slowly introduced. There is good GSM mobile network coverage throughout the country provided by two operators. There are Wi-Fi Internet zones available in Podgorica and all the main towns have Internet cafes, charging around EUR1 an hour.

Duty-Free

The following can be brought into Montenegro without paying duty: 200 cigarettes or 50 cigars or 250g tobacco; a liter of wine and 750ml of spirits; perfume for personal use; personal jewelry and clothing; up to two cameras and one movie/video camera; electronic equipment (such as radio) for personal use; and sports equipment. Pets can be brought into the country with a veterinary certificate of good health.

Tourist Office

National Tourism Organization of Montenegro, Podgorica: +382 (0)81 9797 or +382 (0)81 235 155. Visit www.visit-montenegro.com

Embassies in Montenegro

• United States Consulate, Podgorica: +382 (0)20 410 500.
• British Consulate, Podgorica: +382 (0)81 205 460.
• Canadian Embassy, Belgrade, Serbia (also responsible for Montenegro): +381 (0)11 306 3000.
• Australian Embassy, Belgrade, Serbia (also responsible for Montenegro): +381 (0)11 330 3400.
• South African Embassy, Athens, Greece (also responsible for Montenegro): +30 210 610 6645.
• Irish Embassy, Budapest, Hungary (also responsible for Montenegro): +36 1 301 4960.

Montenegro Embassies Abroad

• Embassy of Montenegro, London, United Kingdom: +44 (0)20 7863 8806.

Emergency

92 (Police); 94 (Medical emergency).