# Montenegro visa for Indian citizens > Indian citizens apply for a Montenegro visa through VFS Global. The published fee for B Category - Transit is EUR 35 / INR 3798. Processing time (All categories): India - minimum 2 – 3 weeks (indicative; at the discretion of the Consulate General of Montenegro, Istanbul; depends on transit time between India and Istanbul) Application locations listed include New Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata and Kochi. Sources checked on October 10, 2026. Canonical page: https://yatraforfun.com/visa/india/montenegro Sources checked on: 2026-10-10 Applies via: VFS Global VFS Global: https://www.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/montenegro/india/english/index.html Embassy / official site: https://www.gov.me/en/diplomatic-missions/embassies-and-consulates-of-montenegro/india ## Overview Citizens of India must hold a visa to enter Montenegro; Montenegro has no resident mission in India and visa applications are submitted at VFS centres (New Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Kochi). Applicants must visit in person; third-party submission is not allowed. Applications are processed by the Consulate General of Montenegro in Istanbul (Turkey). Holders of a valid Schengen, US, UK or Irish visa or residence permit may enter, stay in or transit Montenegro for up to 30 days (no longer than the visa's expiry) without a Montenegrin visa. ## Visa fees - **B Category - Transit:** EUR 35 / INR 3798 — Minor children (under 14): EUR 17.5 / INR 1899. Paid in Cash / UPI or Debit/Credit Card - **C Category - Short Term:** EUR 35 / INR 3798 — Minor children (under 14): EUR 17.5 / INR 1899 - **D Category - Long Term (Work, Digital Nomad, Family Reunification, Study, Student/Youth Exchange, Training, Research):** EUR 35 / INR 3798 — Minor children (under 14): EUR 17.5 / INR 1899 - **D Visa - Diplomatic (for Official purpose):** Gratis - **D Visa - Diplomatic (for Tourism purpose):** EUR 35 / INR 3798 - **Mandatory Two-way Courier Fee:** INR 5859 — Listed by VFS for all categories **Service fee:** INR 2821 (inclusive of GST – SGST @9% and CGST @9%), payable in Cash / UPI or Debit/Credit Card ## Documents required ### All applicants - Valid travel document (Passport) - validity must be at least three months longer than the validity period of the visa - One color photo, size 35 x 45 mm - Proof of payment of consular fee (ICR issued by VFS) ### B Category - Transit Visa - Approval (visa, residence permit) to enter the territory of a third State - A valid travel ticket to the destination, or the driving license, green card insurance and vehicle registration documents if traveling by car - Proof of means of support (bank balance certificate, regular income, cash, traveller's cheque, credit cards etc.) – at least EUR 50.00 for each day of the requested stay - Proof of health insurance ### C Category - Short Term - Proof of the purpose of stay (letter of guarantee from a natural person or letter of invitation from a legal entity, state authority or organizer of an international meeting/event) - Proof of means of support – at least EUR 50.00 for each day of the requested stay - Proof of health insurance - Optional: proof of secured accommodation (paid tourist arrangement, hotel or other reservation) - Optional: proof of means of travel / intention to return (return ticket, driving license) ### D Category - Long Term (general) - Proof of the purpose of stay (letter of guarantee/invitation, lease agreement or accommodation certificate, bank statement showing sufficient funds for accommodation, subsistence and leaving Montenegro, employment contract or work engagement certificate) - Other evidence on the basis of which the justification of the application can be assessed - Optional: proof of no criminal conviction in country of origin/residence (mandatory later for work and residence permit) ### D Visa - Digital Nomad - Employment contract or other document proving work performed through communication technology for a foreign employer or own company not registered in Montenegro - Certified copy of the company's registration issued by the competent foreign authority - Optional: financial documents (monthly income, bank statements etc.) - Optional: proof of ensured accommodation - Optional: proof of no criminal conviction ### D Visa – Family Reunification - Proof that the applicant is an immediate family member of a Montenegrin citizen or a foreigner with permanent/temporary residence in Montenegro - Guarantee letter from that person (or other proof) that they will cover stay, accommodation, living and departure costs ### D Visa - Study - Proof of schooling in Montenegro - Proof of funding for education costs, maintenance, accommodation, health insurance and return expenses ### D Visa – Student / Youth Exchange Program - Proof of participation in student and youth international exchange programs or other youth programs - Proof of financial means for living expenses, accommodation, health insurance and return costs ### D Visa – Training & Specialization - Proof that specialization, professional training or practical training has been approved - Proof of funding for living expenses, accommodation, health insurance and return costs ### D Visa – Scientific Research Work - Proof of conducting scientific research work in Montenegro - Proof of funding for expenses, maintenance, accommodation, health insurance and costs of return ### D Visa - Representation In Diplomatic / Consular / Intl Org - Note from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the sending country or official letter of the international organization with applicant, position and family details ## Photo specifications - **Size:** 3.5 cm x 4.5 cm (35 x 45 mm) - **Background:** White - Colour, without border - Face takes up 70-80% of the photograph - Recent, not more than 1 month old - Looking directly at the camera; teeth should not be visible - Without headgear/hat (religious headgear considered case by case, face features must be visible) - No staple marks, ink marks or creases - Scanned and colour photocopies not accepted ## Travel medical insurance **Required:** Yes VFS lists 'Proof of health insurance' for Transit (B) and Short Term (C) visas; long-term categories require proof of funding for health insurance. Minimum cover not published. ## Processing time - **All categories:** India - minimum 2 – 3 weeks (indicative; at the discretion of the Consulate General of Montenegro, Istanbul; depends on transit time between India and Istanbul) ## Visa categories ### B Category - Transit Visa ### C Category - Short Term - Tourist - Business - Conference - Family Visit (up to 90 days) - Medical ### D Category - Long Term - D Visa - Work - D Visa - Representation In Diplomatic / Consular / Intl Org - D Visa - Digital Nomad - D Visa – Family Reunification - D Visa - Study - D Visa – Student / Youth Exchange Program - D Visa – Training & Specialization - D Visa – Scientific Research Work ## Where to apply in India - New Delhi - Mumbai - Kolkata - Kochi ## How to apply from India 1. **Prepare your documents** — Gather the documents listed in the "Documents required" section — the common list plus the checklist for your visa category. 2. **Submit your application** — Submit at a VFS Global centre or other listed location: New Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata and Kochi. 3. **Pay the fees** — Pay the visa fee shown in the "Visa fees" section, plus the service fee. ## Frequently asked questions ### How much is the Montenegro visa fee for Indian citizens? B Category - Transit: EUR 35 / INR 3798; C Category - Short Term: EUR 35 / INR 3798; D Category - Long Term (Work, Digital Nomad, Family Reunification, Study, Student/Youth Exchange, Training, Research): EUR 35 / INR 3798. 3 more fee rows are listed on this page. Service fee: INR 2821 (inclusive of GST – SGST @9% and CGST @9%), payable in Cash / UPI or Debit/Credit Card. ### What documents are required for a Montenegro visa from India? Valid travel document (Passport) - validity must be at least three months longer than the validity period of the visa; One color photo, size 35 x 45 mm; Proof of payment of consular fee (ICR issued by VFS). Category-specific checklists are listed for 10 visa categories. ### How long does Montenegro visa processing take for Indians? All categories: India - minimum 2 – 3 weeks (indicative; at the discretion of the Consulate General of Montenegro, Istanbul; depends on transit time between India and Istanbul). ### Where do Indian citizens apply for a Montenegro visa? Applications go via VFS Global. Locations listed: New Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Kochi. ### What photo size is required for a Montenegro visa? Size: 3.5 cm x 4.5 cm (35 x 45 mm). Background: White. ### Is travel medical insurance required for a Montenegro visa? Yes. VFS lists 'Proof of health insurance' for Transit (B) and Short Term (C) visas; long-term categories require proof of funding for health insurance. Minimum cover not published. ### Which Montenegro visa types can Indian citizens apply for? B Category, C Category - Short Term and D Category - Long Term. 14 visa types are listed on this page. ## Sources - [VFS Global – Apply for Visa to Montenegro in India](https://www.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/montenegro/india/english/index.html) — VFS Global, checked on 2026-10-10 - [VFS – Montenegro Visa Application Form](https://www.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/montenegro/india/english/pdf/Montenegro-Visa-Application-Form.pdf) — VFS Global, checked on 2026-10-10 - [Government of Montenegro – India: visa regime](https://www.gov.me/en/diplomatic-missions/embassies-and-consulates-of-montenegro/india) — Embassy / official government site, checked on 2026-10-10 ### Notes on sources - visa.vfsglobal.com/ind/en/mne/ returned HTTP 403 (bot protection); data taken from VFS one-pager at www.vfsglobal.com - No Montenegrin embassy in India (non-resident ambassador); no embassy-side document checklist - Minimum health insurance coverage amount not published - Processing time only given as a single indicative range for all categories --- *Yatra For Fun Pvt Ltd — India Office, 745, Koyal Vihar, Sector 52, Gurugram, Haryana 122003. 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