MONTENEGRO
A special and free-spirited plan for a trip to Europe, Montenegro

Things to Consider When Traveling to Montenegro.

Cash, cards and currency exchange

The Euro is officially used in Montenegro.
Currency exchange is available at local airports, restaurants, and hotels, but considering the rates and fees, it is recommended to exchange money in Japan.
Credit cards, such as Visa/Master, can generally be used in urban areas.
When traveling to rural areas, it is advisable to have some cash on hand just in case.

Tips

Tipping is generally not necessary, but if you make a special request in a taxi or feel you received good service at a restaurant, it is recommended to leave about 10% of the bill.

Public Safety

While major crimes are not frequent, theft (pickpocketing and snatching) and extortion do occur in Montenegro, particularly in the capital Podgorica, and there have been reports of Japanese nationals falling victim to crime.
Especially during the summer tourist season, crimes such as pickpocketing and snatching targeting tourists unfamiliar with local conditions frequently occur, particularly in tourist areas along the Adriatic coast, such as the old town of Kotor.

Clothing

Basically, like Japan, there are four seasons, and the timing is similar to Japan. However, it often gets colder than in Japan, so it's recommended to have an extra jacket.
In the summer, the sunlight is intense, so it's reassuring to have sun protection like sunglasses and measures to prevent heatstroke.

Things you should bring with you

Multi-plug, regular medication, mobile battery, travel insurance, jacket

Visa availability and arrangements

For Japanese nationals, a visa is waived for short stays of up to 90 days for purposes such as tourism, provided no employment is undertaken. However, it is important to note that the period you can stay without a visa is limited to a total of 90 days within 180 days from the first day of entry.
※Montenegro has not established an embassy in Japan, and consular affairs related to the country are handled by the Embassy of the Republic of Serbia in Japan, so please direct visa inquiries to the Embassy of the Republic of Serbia in Japan.

Required vaccinations

There are no mandatory requirements for travel.