Montenegro Citizenship by Investment

Montenegro Citizenship in 6 months

Visa-free travel to over 123 countries

Citizenship in Europe from €450,000

No residency, prior to or after grant of citizenship, is required

E-2 Treaty with the USA – option to relocate and operate business in the US

Montenegro Citizenship by Investment

Program unavailable from 2023

Fast settlement in Europe with a Montenegrin passport obtained in just 6 months.

One of the most anticipated Citizenship by Investment programs in Europe, bringing global mobility, increased security and quality of life for foreign investors and their families, with a minimum capital requirement of €450,000.

The Montenegro Citizenship by Investment Program

Launched on 3rd October 2019 and limited to only 2,000 applications, offers one of the simplest and fastest routes to acquiring an alternative citizenship for investors and their family, in exchange for minimum real estate investment from €250,000 as well as €200,000 government contribution, which makes €450,000 the total capital amount required.

Coupled with fast application processing time, it is the most affordable route to obtaining a European passport, providing its holder with visa-free access to over 123 countries in just 6 months.

With one of the fastest growing economies in the Balkans, Montenegro has established itself not only as a world renown holiday destination, with some of the finest beaches and super yacht marinas, but also as a strategic destination for some of the world’s most important industries.

Montenegro is a member of NATO and is also an official candidate for future expansion of the EU.

Fast processed European Citizenship

Fast application processing within 6 months

Entire family is eligible

Citizenship granted to the main applicant, spouse, children and dependent children over 18

Affordable Citizenship in Europe

The lowest capital entry requirement among alternative citizenship programs in Europe

Visa-free travel

Over 123 countries worldwide Free movement in Europe’s Schengen Area, (26 EU states), Hong Kong, Singapore and Russia

No Residency requirements

No physical requirements, prior to or after citizenship, are necessary

Favourable tax regime

Montenegro has one of the lowest personal income tax rates in the world, fixed at just 9%

Real estate investment

Only government approved selection of properties

Short route to the USA

The Montenegro-USA, E-2 Treaty, enables citizens to both set up a business in the USA and to reside therein

Safe and secure environment

“Insurance policy” with family security guaranteed in case of economic or political instability

Simple and straightforward process

No language requirements No previous education or management experience requirements No military service requirement

Dual Citizenship is permitted

No obligation to relinquish current nationality

Firm presence in European arena

Montenegro is a member state of the European Monetary Union, the NATO Alliance, OSCE and an official EU candidate

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Visa-free travel to 123 countries worldwide

A Montenegro passport enhances global mobility, providing its holders with visa-access to 123 countries worldwide, including the countries in Europe’s Schengen zone (26 EU member states) as well as to Hong Kong, Singapore, Turkey, the UAE, Russia and many other destinations.

Go on a last-minute business trip or take your family on a spontaneous holiday in Europe with no further visa applications or restrictions.

Investment Requirements

To qualify for the Montenegrin Citizenship, investors are required to make a government contribution of €200,000 to a special fund for the advancement of underdeveloped areas, and to invest in government approved real estate projects in the country to the minimum value of €250,000-€450,000.

The minimum property investment threshold depends on the location of the property.

Total capital requirements must equate to €450,000 when buying property in an undeveloped region, and to €650,000 in a developed region of Montenegro.

Option 1 / From € 450,000

€200,000 – non-refundable contribution in the form of a government fund donation
€250,000 – real estate investment in an undeveloped region (northern and central regions of the country, excluding Podgorica)

Option 2 / From € 650,000

€200,000 – non-refundable contribution in the form of a government fund donation
€450,000 – real estate investment in a developed region (South of the country, capital of Podgorica and the coastal regions)

Montenegro Citizenship Acquisition Process

Astons’ focus is to provide a hassle-free and seamless service, assisting you with every step of the citizenship acquisition process.

Right from the investment portfolio, we will support you to select the most lucrative and secure real estate projects to invest in, and provide help with all necessary due diligence checks relating to the citizenship application process and approval.

The entire process is efficiently managed by top industry-leading professionals. We will guide you through the Montenegro Citizenship acquisition process with due diligence and care. We deal with all procedures efficiently on your behalf, based on professional expertise and years of experience.

1-2 days

Initial Consultation

Initial Consultation with Astons Immigration Advisers

Astons immigration advisers will evaluate your personal circumstances and guide you through each of the program’s stages, helping you to collate and check the required documents, and preparing the approved property shortlist most suitable to your requirements and qualifying as investment.

Eligibility to acquire citizenship of Montenegro

• Main Applicant must be at least 18 years of age and have a clean criminal record.
• Only Non-EU nationals may apply
• Spouse and children, as well as children over 18 years of age dependent on the main applicant, may be included in the citizenship application. Citizenship can be granted to the entire family, including spouses, children and dependent children over 18 years of age.

Real Estate Investment portfolio proposal

Our expert team will prepare a real estate projects portfolio, consisting of the most lucrative and secure properties for you to invest in, from smaller residential properties to high-value luxurious developments based on your requirements.
We will assist all the way through the property search and acquisition process, including price negotiations and additional property checks.

1 month

Documents Preparation

A detailed checklist will be provided, and you will be guided through the documents collection stage. Experienced immigration advisers will be checking all supporting documents for compliance to ensure all requirements are met. Applicants will be required to transfer contribution and investment amounts to special escrow accounts.

Application Submission

The complete citizenship application, along with all supporting documents, will be submitted to the program administration. Government processing of the application and due diligence checks take approximately 3 months to complete.

4-5 months

Application Approval

Once the application is reviewed and approval is granted, amounts in escrow accounts will be released. An applicant will be issued with the Citizenship certificate.

Passport collection

The main applicant and all their family members included in the application, may travel to Montenegro to collect the passports. Alternatively, we can organise for your citizenship certificate and passport to be delivered to you, in the most secure way.

Why Our Clients Choose Us

Decades of experience in immigration

Over 30 years of experience in investment, immigration and relocation sector.

Proactive at all times

We are always at hand 24/7 and quick to respond. All documentation is processed rapidly and managed efficiently.

Authorised Government agent

We always perform with the highest integrity and the best interests of our clients in mind. We are regulated by the respective authorities in our countries of operation.

A company which is internationally operative

With our international offices in UAE, Turkey, Cyprus, USA, Malta and Portugal we ensure that our clients receive the most effective and efficient client care available.