About
Montenegro Citizenship by investment
The Montenegrin Government of Montenegro launched this program in 2019 as a part of its ongoing efforts to attract foreign direct investment and increase economic activity in the country. The program requires applicants to make a defined economic contribution to the country.
01. WHERE IS mONTENEGRO
Situated on the Balkan Peninsula in Southeastern Europe, Montenegro is not only known for being a popular luxury destination but also has dynamic investment potential.
02. THE OPPORTUNITY
In recent years, this safe and stable country has become an economic hub for modern resorts, and its new citizenship by investment program grants investors access to the European market as well as a European citizenship.
03. the freedom
Montenegrin citizenship gives the right of free movement to Montenegro, the countries in Europe’s Schengen Area, Russia, and Turkey, among others.
The program
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
To apply for Montenegro’s citizenship by investment programme (CBIP), investors should hold a valid passport, have proof of no criminal record, and be able to demonstrate that investment funds have been legally obtained.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
ENTRY CRITERIA
INVESTMENT
- A non-refundable donation of €200,000 to Government development and innovation funds.
- An investment of €450,000 into a development project (in the capital city Podgorica or in the coastal region of Montenegro) or €250,000 (in northern or central Montenegro, excluding Podgorica).
What you get
Key Benefits
A Strong passport
Visa-free or visa-on-arrival travel to 124 countries, passport ranked 47th on the 2021 Henley Passport Index
future EU residency
Official European Union candidate with planned accession by 2025
citizenship for family
Full citizenship granted to the applicant and
included family members
connected and Safe country
Member state of the European Monetary Union, the NATO Alliance, OSCE, and WTO
Lifestyle
Citizenship in a country that is multinational and multilingual, and enjoys a mild Mediterranean climate, beautiful scenery, and a low cost of living
Tax friendly Jurisdiction
Low personal and corporate tax rates of 9%; Taxation treaties with over 40 countries
Dual Citizenship
Successful applicants to the Montenegro Citizenship by Investment Program are exempt from the country’s restrictions on dual citizenship stipulated in Article 8 of the law on Montenegrin citizenship.
Possibilities in the USA
E-2 Treaty Programme between Montenegro and the US allows Montenegrin citizens to apply for E-2 investor visas to work and live in the US
Get In Touch
6, Ulica 7, Dajbabe BB
Podgorica, Montenegro
+382 680 59 418
info@thecotyledon.com