Get Your Montenegro Dual Citizenship – Learn How to Apply
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Eligibility Overview
- By Descent : You may qualify if at least one of your parents was a Montenegrin citizen at the time of your birth. In some cases, citizenship may be passed to children born abroad.
- By Naturalization: Foreign nationals may apply after 10 years of legal residence, knowledge of the Montenegrin language, and renunciation of their previous citizenship.
- By Marriage: Marriage to a Montenegrin citizen may reduce residency requirements, but does not grant automatic citizenship.
- Dual Citizenship Not Allowed: Montenegro generally does not permit dual citizenship, unless based on a bilateral agreement or rare government exemption.
Step-by-Step Process
- Identify your eligibility path: descent or naturalization.
- Apply through the Ministry of Interior or Montenegrin consulate abroad.
- Provide supporting documents including proof of ancestry or long-term residence.
- Pass a language and integration test (if naturalizing).
- Renounce any other citizenship unless exempt, and receive your citizenship certificate.
Benefits of Montenegrin Citizenship
- Visa-free or visa-on-arrival travel to 120+ countries
- Eligibility to live and work in Montenegro
- Access to education, public services, and investment opportunities
- Pass citizenship to children and future generations (if eligible)
Frequently asked questions.
Does Montenegro allow dual citizenship?
Generally no. Dual citizenship is not allowed unless permitted under a bilateral treaty or granted through a special government decision. Most applicants must renounce their existing citizenship to naturalize.
Can I get Montenegrin citizenship through parents or grandparents?
Yes. If your parent was a Montenegrin citizen when you were born, you may be eligible. Descent through grandparents may qualify in some cases, especially if you register early.
Can I become a citizen through marriage?
Marriage to a Montenegrin citizen may reduce the residency requirement for naturalization, but you must still meet language and integration criteria and renounce other citizenships.
Will I owe taxes in both countries?
Montenegro taxes residents on worldwide income and non-residents only on Montenegrin-source income. Tax treaties may prevent double taxation depending on your country of residence.