New Covid-19 measures in Montenegro

The Government of Montenegro has adopted new Covid-19 measures, which will be valid from November 15, 2021 to December 1, 2021.

Entry to Montenegro

- Montenegrin citizens and foreigners can enter Montenegro across all border crossings with one of the proofs from the National digital COVID certificate, which are:

* Completely vaccinated or vaccinated with one dose (if that is the only one);

* Negative PCR test on SARS-Cov-2 not older than 72 hours;

* Proof that a person has recovered from COVID-19 (passed not less than 10 days and not more than 180 days from a positive PCR or a rapid antigen test);

* Negative antigen rapid test - BAT not older than 48 hours.

- Passengers and crew of yachts, passenger ships and vessels entering Montenegro are allowed to come to our country with negative results of the PCR test, which was not older than 72 hours while embarking on the vessel

If a person does not have any of these documents, then 10 days of isolation is mandatory. Persons can have their self–isolation terminated after six days of quarantine, with a negative PCR test.

Exception: People under the age of 18 enter Montenegro unconditionally - both Montenegrin citizens and foreigners. 

General restrictions

- Masks are obligatory in all closed spaces

- Bars and restaurants work until 00:00 h

- Entrance into the inside of the restaurants and bars, theatres, cinemas, museums, galleries is possible with one of the proofs from the National digital COVID certificate

- Supermarkets, markets, shopping malls, boutiques, beauty salons, hairdressers and similar, have no limitations in working hours

- Ban on the work of discotheques, disco clubs/bars and nightclubs/bars

- Ban on public events, private gatherings, celebrations, parties, weddings.

CURRENT COVID-19 MEASURES IN MONTENEGRO, VALID UNTIL 9TH APRIL 2021.

Here is a brief update related to Covid 19 measures in Montenegro, valid until 9th April 2021.

Entry requirements

⚓All ports and marinas in Montenegro are open for entry of the yachts and vessels from all countries.

⚓Airports Tivat and Podgorica are open for the arrival of both private and commercial flights but not all the lines are back running as usually.

⚓ All land border crossing are open for arrival.

Negative PCR not older more 48 hours, or positive IgG test not older than 30 days or confirmation that person has been vaccinated and revaccinated more than 7 days before arrival in Montenegro is needed for arrival from all countries except Croatia, Albania, Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Kosovo starting from 13. 3. 2021.

If a person does not have PCR test and it is required for them from the mentioned measures then a self-isolation measure is demanded on their vessel or in their accommodation. After six days isolation can be suspended if a negative PCR test is provided.

General restrictions

⚓ Masks are obligatory in all closed spaces and in open if there is more then one person together.

⚓ In all cities, curfew starts from 22:00 until 05:00.

⚓ In some cities like Tivat, Herceg Novi, Budva, Kotor, Ulcinj, Bar, Podgorica, Cetinje bars and restaurants are open and use only outside terrace areas, until 21:00h, with a maximum of 2 people per table. Music is still not allowed. Non-hospitality services, boutiques, beauty salons, hairdressers and similar, are working from 07:00 until 21:00.

Is not allowed for residents to leave territories of these municipalities.

⚓ Several Montenegrin cities are in strict lockdown. Cities under lockdown at this moment are Niksic and Savnik.

⚓During weekends (from Friday 21:00 until Monday 05:00) it is not allowed to go from one city to another without having permission from authorized personnel.

These are current measures in Montenegro summed up to ease your plans for arrival or stay. You can as well contact us for any information, help or assistance via email or phone number. 

Your Yacht Agent Montenegro.

CURRENT COVID-19 UPDATE FOR ARRIVAL OR STAY IN MONTENEGRO VALID UNTIL 17. 3. 2021.

As the situation is rapidly changing day by day, Montenegro has added new measures in the fight with coronavirus.

Added on the previous measures that we have posted in update before here are new measures issued by the Montenegrin government:

- Negative PCR not older more 48 hours, or positive IgG test not older than 30 days or confirmation that person has been vaccinated and revaccinated more than 7 days before arrival in Montenegro is needed for arrival from all countries except Croatia, Albania, Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Kosovo starting from 13.03.2021.

Excluded from this are:

Essential transportation workers, including seafarers in transit, as per European Commision recommendations, that are embarking or disembarking in Port of Bar, Marina Budva, Port of Kotor, Portonovi Marina and Porto Montenegro - Tivat (Pier I and Pier II) where police and customs borders are operating. 

These persons are allowed to transit to and from their vessel in order to begin or end their work contract on a yacht or vessel.

- All coastal cities (Ulcinj, Bar, Budva, Tivat, Kotor, Herceg Novi) are closed, and it is not allowed to move from one municipality to another without special permission and reason for that traveling.

If you are going on a plane or train, a boarding pass or ticket for an international train ride is valid as proof.

If you are working onboard then a letter with reason of traveling in Montenegrin language and contract of employment is required as police controls all cars on exiting/entry into municipalities.

- It is not allowed for more than two persons staying in groups in open spaces.

- In parks, beaches, and outdoor spaces for space and recreation it is not allowed to stay for a long time.

Follow our news section for more updates so that you may plan your arrival, or be safe while you are staying in Montenegro.

For any other information or help you can contact us anytime on our phone numbers or via email.

CURRENT COVID-19 UPDATE FOR ARRIVAL IN MONTENEGRO ON 2. 3. 2021.

Here is brief information related to the arrival and entry of foreign citizens in Montenegro with yachts.

All ports and marinas in Montenegro are open for entry of the yachts and vessels from all countries. Crew members and guests are allowed to come with some limitations depending on their passport and the countries they spent time before arrival to Montenegro.

Airports Tivat and Podgorica are open for the arrival of both private and commercial flights but not all the lines are back running as usually.

All land border crossing are open for arrival.

Passport holders of the following countries and/or citizens who stayed in the following countries prior to their arrival in Montenegro and obliged to have negative PCR test not older than 72 hours: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, the United States of America, France, Spain, Malta, South Africa, Portugal, the Netherlands, Lebanon, Israel, Denmark, the Republic of Ireland, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Estonia, Latvia, Brazil, Republic of India, Bahrain, Lebanon, the Republic of San Marino, the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, the Principality of Andorra, the Slovak Republic, the Republic of Bulgaria and the Republic of Botswana.

Even if you are a passport holder of the abovementioned countries but you have stayed with your yacht in one of the countries that are considered “safe” and that is not on the list, or you spend it in navigation on the sea before arriving in Montenegro you do not need PCR test for entry.

If a person does not have a PCR test and it is required for them from the mentioned measures then a self-isolation measure is demanded on their vessel or in their accommodation. After six days isolation can be suspended if a negative PCR test is provided.

Masks are obligatory in all closed spaces and in open if there is more then one person together.

There is lockdown measure in all Montenegro everyday from 21:00 until 05:00 meaning that no one may leave their home, yacht, hotel or any kind of accommodation without special permission.

Several Montenegrin cities are in strict lockdown, meaning that no cafes, restaurants, or public gathering places are allowed to work. Only supermarkets, gas stations, bakeries and pharmacies are open. Any kind of gathering, both in open or closed spaces, even private homes, except for close family members. Going out from these cities is not allowed for their residents.

Cities under lockdown at this moment are Tivat, Budva, Herceg Novi.

In some other cities like Podgorica, Ulcinj, Kotor, Cetinje, Niksic are enforced mild measures meaning that only food and drink services are not allowed as well as any kind of public gathering. Non-hospitality services are working from 07:00-18:00 but it is not allowed for residents to leave territories of these municipalities.

During weekends (from Friday 21:00 until Monday 05:00) it is not allowed to go from one city to another without having permission from authorized personnel.

Marinas have also adopted best practice guides to prevent the spread of the virus and respect social distancing on land which shall be consulted.

These are current measures in Montenegro summed up to ease your plans for arrival or stay and Yacht Agent Montenegro with this season coming up will keep you updated on any changes regularly. You can as well contact us for any information, help or assistance related to arrival with your yacht and we will be eager to help you anytime.

Update Greece - August 5, 2020

Entry to Greece:

1. Is allowed for Greek citizens, regardless of their country of origin, on the condition that they have a Greek passport or a special identity card for expatriates;

2. Citizens and residents of the European Union (EU);

3. Citizens and residents of the EU+. This includes Schengen countries that are not in the EU (Iceland, Norway, Switzerland, Lichtenstein) plus Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Romania, Ireland and the UK. Non-EU passport holders with EU permanent residence permits may enter Greece. Contact the Greek Embassy in the country of your residence to verify your residency documents and they will permit you to enter Greece;

4. Citizens and residents of the following non-EU countries: Algeria, Australia, Canada, Georgia, Japan, Morocco, Montenegro, New Zealand, Rwanda, South Korea, Thailand, Tunisia, Uruguay.

All sea connections between Greece and Turkey, Greece and Albania will remain closed until August 14th!

As from 16 July, member states should gradually lift the travel restrictions at the external borders for residents of the following third countries: 

Algeria, Australia, Canada, Georgia, Japan, Morocco, New Zealand, Rwanda, South Korea, Thailand, Tunisia, Uruguay, China, subject to confirmation of reciprocity.

Regarding the epidemiological situation, third countries listed should meet the following criteria, in particular:

1. Number of new COVID-19 cases over the last 14 days and per 100 000 inhabitants close to or below the EU average (as it stood on 15 June 2020);

2. The stable or decreasing trend of new cases over this period in comparison to the previous 14 days;

3. The overall response to COVID-19 taking into account available information, including on aspects such as testing, surveillance, contact tracing, containment, treatment and reporting, as well as the reliability of the information and, if needed, the total average score for International Health Regulations (IHR). Information provided by EU delegations on these aspects should also be taken into account.

Schengen associated countries (Iceland, Lichtenstein, Norway and Switzerland) also take part in this recommendation.

NOTE: Entry into Greece regardless of nationality is allowed for all crew members on private or charter vessels. Upon entry of the passenger who will be staying on the private or charter yacht the measures apply as for Greek and foreign nationals listed in the text above.

Update Croatia - August 5, 2020

Arrival for EU citizens from Montenegro to Croatia is allowed without a PCR test, but arrival from Montenegro to Croatia by citizens from any other country is not available without a negative PCR test not older than 48h. Crew members with a contract can cross Croatian borders from all countries without restrictions (no quarantine or self-isolation required).

Arrivals of foreign citizens for tourist purposes, who will in Croatia be staying onboard yachts of over 24 meters in length/vessels - passengers

1. Passengers as well as vessel owners and their family members, friends and any other person other than the crew.

2. The passengers arrived to Croatia by airplanes, and unable to present negative results of tests of the nose and throat swab for SARS-CoV-2, not older than 48 hours, shall be organized immediate transfer to the vessel. The transfer may be organized by a private helicopter that will be stored onboard.

3. The passengers shall undergo tests of nose and throat swab for SARS-CoV-2 after being accommodated onboard the vessel.

4. The vessel on board of which there are passengers who cannot, upon arrival to Croatia, present a negative PCR result of tests of the nose and throat swab for SARS-CoV-2, not older than 48 hours, shall sail to the ports of Dubrovnik, Split, Sibenik, Zadar, Rijeka or Pula, where the passengers will be PCR tested.

Self-isolation of passengers on a vessel in Croatia may be performed:

1. Berthed in a marina or port open to public traffic;

2. At anchor if there is no vacant berth in marina or port; or

3. While sailing in Croatia without calling in any port and with no contacts with other persons.

5. The passengers shall be subjected to temperature measurements and maintaining records the same as the crewmembers.

Arrivals of third-country citizens for immediate personal reasons and having a yacht or boat

berthed in Croatia - owners

1. All the persons entering Croatia from third countries as exempted from the ban of crossing the border, and the persons traveling for immediate personal reasons (e.g., owners of vessels in Croatia) or having another immediate personal reason shall be subjected to medical supervision and the 14-day quarantine/self-isolation.

The quarantine/self-isolation may be shortened to seven days if the person at their cost performs nose and throat swab test within seven days from entering Croatia and receives a negative PCR test result for SARS-CoV-2.

2. With regard to the vessels owned by legal entities, foreign citizens proving they are owners of that legal entity or that they are responsible persons in that legal entity as well as vessel owners for the purpose of these instructions.

UPDATE: ENTRY OF FOREIGN VESSELS INTO MONTENEGRO FROM THE 1ST OF JUNE 2020

Having in mind the implementation of the "Plan for the reception and management of foreign vessels and their crews in the ports of Montenegro, enabling unloading, embarkation and transit of foreign seafarers, as well as the management of foreign vessels entering the ports of Montenegro for fuel", we want to inform you about the mitigation of measures adopted by the Ministry of Transport and Maritime Affairs.

Namely, from the 1st of June foreign vessels entering Montenegro and coming by water from countries with a lower active rate of 25 per 100000 inhabitants can freely enter all ports and marinas of Montenegro.

Boka Bay

If your last port of residence was in Croatia, Greece, Slovenia, Albania, Malta, Cyprus or Monaco upon arrival of the crew and passengers are free to stay in Montenegro without staying in quarantine for 14 days. And if the owners, guests or crew are citizens of the following countries and come to Montenegro by land or air they are not obliged to stay in self-isolation or quarantine, those countries are:

Slovenia, Iceland, Croatia, Slovakia, Georgia, Switzerland, Albania, Austria, Monaco, Kosovo, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Denmark, Lithuania, Latvia, Luxembourg, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Israel, Czech Republic, Finland, Estonia...

If you enter Montenegro from countries with a higher active rate of 25 per 100000 inhabitants, the crew and passengers are assigned a measure of self-isolation or quarantine for a period of 14 days. The measure of self-isolation and quarantine is abolished after 14 days for persons who have a negative coronavirus test result.

Tax-free diesel: All vessels that intend to enter Montenegro in order to supply duty-free fuel, entry is allowed, with the mandatory departure from Montenegro territorial waters immediately after the bunker. Tax-free diesel fuel is available at: Port of Bar, Marina Bar and Porto Montenegro.

By standard retail prices of fuel, you can supply your vessel in Port of Kotor, Marina Kotor and Dukley Marina Budva.

If you are planning to come to Montenegro and need detailed information, feel free to contact the Yacht Agent Montenegro team. Welcome to Montenegro!

The nautical settlement Luštica Bay

Regardless of whether you are oriented towards business, real estate, sailing or travel, the newly opened exclusive nautical settlement Luštica Bay should already be found on your radar. If we say for Montenegro that it is picturesque as an artwork, for Luštica Bay we can say it is a masterpiece in the making. The nautical settlement is located on the idyllic peninsula of Luštica in Tivat and represents a residential tourist destination of Montenegro. The newest luxury destination in Montenegro is located in the southwestern part of the Montenegrin coast, only a few kilometers away from the Tivat airport, and less than two hours drive from Podgorica airport and Dubrovnik airport.

The town will encompass two marinas with 176 berths, seven high-class hotels, an 18-hole golf course with Gery Player signature, a different offer of real estate in the form of apartments, luxury villas and charming hillside townhouses. Luštica Bay will also contain a conference center, school, medical facilities, fire service and police, spa centers etc.

Marina Lustica Bay

In August 2018, Marina Luštica Bay and Hotel The Chedi, which is the first of the seven planned, were officially opened.

Marina Luštica Bay

Ten years after the opening of Marina Porto Montenegro, another exclusive marina opened in Tivat - Marina Luštica Bay, which is the central point of this nautical settlement.

Its uniqueness is reflected in the fact that it was built on a completely unfinished terrain, the bay of Trašte. In the winter, the waves reach the height up to 7 meters, so two breakwaters are built to maximally protect the marina.

Marine Facilities:

· 176 berths for vessels with a maximum hull length (LOA) ranging from 8 to 40 m;

· Possibility of short-term berthing (lease of daily, monthly and semi-annual connections);

· Possibility of  long-term berthing (lease of connections to 1, 3, 5 years);

· Single and 3-phase electricity;

· Security 00-24h;

· 24h yacht assistance services

· Refuse, grey and black water disposal;

· Wi-Fi internet access;

· Yacht Club.

GPS coordinates of marina Luštica Bay: 42 ° 23'08.2 "N

                                                                 18 ° 39'47.1 "E

The position of marina Luštica Bay on Google Maps

If you decide to sail into this newly built marina and visit Marina Village, we are sure that you will feel the style, comfort and unparalleled service of the staff.

Hotel The Chedi Luštica Bay

In nautical settlement Luštica Bay, Hotel The Chedi Luštica Bay opened the door as the first of the seven planned hotels.

The hotel staff will provide you with world-class service and will make you feel like you are home. Hotel The Chedi has 100 rooms, 10 suites and one penthouse, making it one of the largest luxury hotels in this area. This luxury hotel is minimalistic decorated, with attention dedicated to every detail. Within the hotel, there are indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a private beach. Also, the hotel has two restaurants, a spa center, beach bars, a conference hall...

By opening this hotel, in a location which is perfect for those who want to spend an active holiday, enjoying water sports or relaxing on the beach, the tourist offer of catering facilities in the Bay of Kotor has been significantly improved.

For all your additional questions about free berths and reservations in Marina Luštica Bay, as well as reservations at the hotel, contact Yacht Agent Montenegro.

Four yachting days in Montenegro - itinerary

DAY 1 - BAR - BUDVA

As you come in Montenegro from southern points, you'll have to do your clearance formalities in Port of Bar, so it is great place for you to start your journey here. Morning check in lets you use rest of day in a best possible way.

Upon departure of marina in Bar you'll pass city of Bar, small touristic places of Sutomore and Canj, and then arrive on Queen's Beach (Kraljicina plaza - N 42,2632904 E 18,890086), small, secluded beach which can be approached only by boat. Sandy beach, and perfectly clear water in this natural bay shows. 

Montenegro in it's true beauty. Since it not overcrowded it is perfect place to rest, swim and enjoy for couple hours. From this point you can go on to historic little town of Petrovac, famous for mosaics dated from Roman period. Now this touristic place offers various restaurants, beach bars and cafes during summer season. If you seek for more private and luxurious places for rest or maybe have a lunch, further on your way to Budva you will find beautiful restaurants which have their own docks, or possibility to meet you with their tenders.

Sveti Stefan peninsula is now high class hotel complex, but around it are beautiful beaches, Milocer (N 42.2602849 E 18.8907645), Przno (N 42.268123, E 18.8898298), Kamenovo (N 42.2749629, E 18.8845378) and many smaller beaches.

Sveti Stefan

As you pass all this beauty you will come to riviera of Budva, one of most famous touristic places in region. You can anchor yourself next to island of St. Nicola or near cape of Zavala, depending on winds, and go with your tender in Dukley marina in Budva, or you can find your berth in marina for night.

Budva

Budva offer one of best nightlife in Adriatic. World famous open air club Top Hill is just one of more then hundred places where you can go out. You can take a walk around old town, along promenade or have delicious meals in restaurants there.

DAY 2 - BUDVA - HERCEG NOVI

Just behind old town of Budva is located beach Mogren (N 42.2762399, E18.8295445), and a bit further is Jaz beach (N 42.2820632, E 18.7978916), know for both it's beauty and for events that were held there (Sea Dance festival, concert of Rolling Stones, Madonna, Lenny Kravitz and many others).

Just behind a cape there are two more beaches called Trsteno (N 42.2816658, E 18.782638) and Ploce (N 42.2692133, E 18.7809657), known for their daytime parties which are awesome option for younger groups on board. As you sail ahead, you will come to bay of Traste, where is smaller bay Bigova, where are located several great restaurants, and you can have great food experience there. Other place which Traste is known for will open this summer - Lustica Bay marina, which is residential village with marina and all other services and offers with it. As you go on you will set sails in marina in Herceg Novi, first town in entrance of Boka bay, where you can take a walk around old town, visit some of many festivals that are held in this town during summer, organize yourself a night out or a simple tasty dinner with family and friends.

DAY 3 - HERCEG NOVI - PORTO MONTENEGRO

As you wake up in Herceg Novi, you can go to beautiful fisherman village across bay, called Miriste. You can spend most of your day there since there is one of most beautiful beaches in Montenegro, Zanjice (N 42.3989554, E 18.5777177) surrounded with beach bars and famous restaurant Ribarsko selo (Fisherman Village), known for their one of a kind sea food specialities.

Boka Bay

When you decide to go on, you enter bay and slowly (speed limit is set to 10 knots, in Kumbor channel and the strait of Verige to 6 knots) and then berth in one of world best marina - Porto Montenegro. You will find plenty of thing there, exclusive branded boutiques, huge pool area, five star hotels and restaurants, beautiful promenade, world class night clubs. Currently yachting place number one in Montenegro. All things that can be found there may suit anyone needs for sure.

DAY 4 - PORTO MONTENEGRO - KOTOR

Fourth day of our itinerary is fully located in bay of Boka, crown jewel of Montenegrin yachting tourism, natural landscapes, calm water, slow pace of whole ambient will make your relax. Across Tivat there is wonderful bay and beaches aroud Island of Sveti Marko and Ostrvo Cvijeca (Island of flowers), perfect for morning swimming.

Sveti Marko and Ostrvo Cvijeca

After you can go through Verige strait to other part of Boka Bay. Old town Perast, prehistoric mosaics, and huge cultural heritage around town of Risan, delicious meals in restaurants where food is served in traditional ways as it was prepared in Montenegro, man mad islands with church built on it are just part of it.  

Perast

As a cherry on top, old town of Kotor where you can settle yourself for night in marina Kotor, visit old fortress, beautiful old town, go out in one of largest indoor night clubs. Weather you are family or group of friends looking for fun, in Kotor you will find all kinds of entertainment.

Kotor

As you spend your night in marina, in morning you can leave further on your journey with feeling that every moment spent in Montenegro was perfect. Also you can refuel yourself with duty-free diesel in Porto Montenegro and then go further exploring other parts of Adriatic.

Marina Porto Montenegro-Tivat

The most exclusive marina in Adriatic - Porto Montenegro

Porto Montenegro is a luxury marina for yachts placed in Tivat. It is one of the most exclusive marinas on Adriatic coast. Porto Montenegro is a resort that has marina for yachts from 12m to 250m length, residential hotel and business facilities. It has around 450 berths with short term reservation option, as well as long term berths reservation, up to 30 years. Porto Montenegro has a border passage status, which means that you can do all port and customs duties on entrance or exit of Montenegro territorial waters in it, and also, you can purchase duty-free diesel fuel for your vessel at any time.

Marina has a number of various services and some of them are:

- customs

- tax-free diesel

- electrical current

- Wi-Fi internet

- 24-hour security...

Porto Montenegro is placed on only three hour flight from major European city, and have three airports nearby: airport Tivat (7 km), airport Dubrovnik (46 km) and airport Podgorica (90 km). All three airports are well connected by regular charter flights and you also can lend in private jets.

GPS coordinates of Marina Porto Montenegro - Tivat: N 42°43' 

                                                                                    E 18°69'

Position of Marina Porto Montenegro on Google maps

Distance by sea from Kotor 6 NM, Budva 22 NM, Ulcinj 50 NM, Bar 38 NM, Dubrovnik 37 NM, Lustica Bay 16,3 NM, Portonovi 4 NM.

In case you need an agent to do for you customs duties, or tax-free fuel, or you want to make reservation of berth, you can contact Yacht Agent Montenegro.

What is nearby?

Tivat

Tivat is one of the recent and most modern towns in Boka Kotorska Bay. In spite of its yang age, Tivat has a lot of interesting and attractive sights. Renaissance mansion Buca downtown, Ostrvo Cvijeca (flower island), Upper Lastva, magnificent Plavi Horizonti (Blue Horizons) beach and Sveti Nikola (St. Nicolas) island are some of the sights you do not want to miss while in Tivat. The town itself has a natural marina Kaliman. Tivat is the only seaside town which has an airport.

Kotor

Due to its beauty, vast and magnificent postures, Boka Bay is one of the most interesting sight of Mediterranean. Surrounded by mountain of Lovcen and sea, Kotor is placed on very end of Boka Bay, one of the 25 most beautiful bays in the world. This town surrounded by vast mid evil fortress is only 10 km far from Porto Montenegro. The mid evil fortress has tree entrances to town: one to the see, that will take you to promenade and shore; second over the river of Skurda, that will take you toward Risan and Herceg Novi; and third over Gurdic, fresh water spring, that will take you to Trojica hill and Cetinje - Budva crossroads. If you visit Kotor, be shore to don't miss sites like mid evil walls, St. Tripuns Cathedral, Churches of St. Nikola and St. Luka, Maritime Museum, etc. Kotor is on UNESCO list of world heritage since 1979. Marina Kotor has 30 berths.

Herceg Novi

On significant and attractive space between mountain Orjen (1895m) and entrance in one of the most beautiful bays in the world Boka Bay, there is Herceg Novi, most recent mid evil town in Adriatic. If you have opportunity to be in this Boka Bay town we suggest that you see: Spanjola, Kanli Kula (tower), Sat Kula (clock tower), St. Jeronimo tower, Forte Mare, Citadela, etc. Herceg Novi is 20 km away from Tivat.

Jaz

Jaz is a beach 20 km east of Tivat. It consists of two parts, one that is 500 m long and other that is 300 m long. It is one of the longest beaches in Montenegro and it is tourists favorite.

Old Town Budva

Old Town Budva , due to the fortress, is one of the oldest towns in Adriatic. Cobblestone streets, mid evil cathedrals, and ancient facades with streets shaped like a labyrinth. Preserved Old Town with modern coastal community and pictures k port, makes Budva today one of the most popular tourist centers of Montenegro. Budva has a marina of 300 berths. Budva is a host of numerous regattas, fears and festivals. It is 25 km away from Tivat.

Sveti Stefan

Sveti Stefan is peninsula 35 km away from Tivat. It is connected to the mainland with an artificial strip of land, and because of that is called "Montenegro Palm of Dubai". This is rather arguable because St. Stefan is a few centuries old, while Palm does not have a decade. This peninsula is the most luxurious resort in Montenegro, and in Adriatic sea as well.

Bar

Old olive

Town of Bar, with port and marina, represent one of the most beautiful Montenegro destinations. Port and marina are at its core. Marina Bar has around 650 berths. There are hotels, restaurants, shops and banks nearby. Old Town Bar is 75 km east of Tivat. Well preserved remains of mid evil walls from the 9th century have a great whew of town and surroundings. The most appealing sight of Bar is old olive tree that has been here for more than two millenniums, and it is one of five oldest trees on planet.

Ulcinj

Ulcinj

Old Town Ulcinj is one of the oldest urban and architectural complexes in Adriatic. The opinion is unanimous of the old town with its ilirian fortress, citadel, markets and squares and particular landscape, represents a cultural and historical monument of wast significance. Our proposal is for you to see: Balsica tower, Palace and Castle, Slave market, etc. Ulcinj is 90 km away from Tivat.

Lovcen

Lovćen

Lovcen is the most important mountain and national park in Montenegro. It is 80 km away from Tivat. Mountain raises above Boka Bay. It is very high and it has two peaks: Stirovnik 1749 m above sea level, and Jezerski Vrh (1657m) on which there is a mausoleum of our famous poet and ruler Petar II Petrović Njegos. To reach mausoleum you have to climb 461 stairs. Mountain Lovcen area is famous for its cuisine, delicacies as Njeguska ham, their cheese and so sage.

Dubrovnik

Dubrovnik is town of Adriatic sea in south Croatia. It is well known cultural and touristic center of south east Europa. It has famous Old Town and many cultural and sacral monuments. It is onlu 70km away from Tivat.

Why Yacht Agent Montenegro?

8 reasons why you need Yacht Agent in Montenegro

1. Berth reservation

Berth reservation seams like a very simple thing to do. However, during the busy summer season it is unlikely there are any available, so reservation in advance is a key issue. Yacht Agent Montenegro will do that for you in all Montenegro marinas and ports, and we will resolve all entrance and exit port authorities formalities.

2. Technical support and service

You are in the Adriatic Sea and you are in trouble due to some malfunction of your vessel. Contact the agent. There is no need for wasting time in search for repair shops and shipyards, because every moment counts when your safety is at steak. Our team of mechanics is always ready to assist you.

3. Tax-free diesel refueling

Over the years Montenegro favorableness toward nautical tourism is raising. Proving that, we have benefits that our visitors experience during their visits of our marinas. One of the most important is abolition of all taxes on diesel fuel. You can address Yacht Agent Montenegro and considerably reduce fuel expenses, because we are able to provide tax-free diesel for your private, or charter yacht. Tax-free diesel fuel is available at: Marina Bar, Port of Bar and Porto Montenegro Tivat. 

4. Insurance of yacht, crew and passengers

Casco insurance is a kind of insurance that will provide you absolutely enjoyable vessel. It covers risk like: total loss of a vessel, vessel incidents, fire, explosion, thunder strike, earthquake, strand, capsize, sinking, etc. Insurance company is offering different packages of protection from risks. To chose from them you need to study them all. If you are not familiar with procedures of obtaining an insurance policy, please contact Yacht Agent Montenegro. We will help you chose your insurance package.

5. Legal advices

You are in Montenegro and you are familiar with our tax allowance for foreigners (VAT on the corporate body is 9%, VAT for charter is 0%, VAT for marine services is 7%....). You decided to start your business in Montenegro. For sure you did not broth your lawyer on your family trip, and you need legal help. Yacht Agent Montenegro has a team of lawyers which can give you all the necessary legal help. 

6. Charter

When you want to spend your vacation with your family and friends in Montenegro on a cruise, and you do not have time to organize it, Yacht Agent Montenegro is your choice. After we are familiarized with your plans and wishes we can propose you our ideas and help you have the best vacation ever.

7. Restaurant reservation

You are cursing Boka Kotorska bay. You and your guests want something special for lunch or dinner. Restaurant "Stari Mlin" (Old Mill) is offering domestic cuisine and international specialties of the highest quality. There is a pier in front of the restaurant, so you can visit them strait from your yacht.

8. Trip adviser 

You came to Montenegro by Yacht, but you want to see inland, for you have heard it has a variety of natural and cultural sights. Yacht Agent Montenegro will organize for you and your guests tourist tours with trained tourist guides, and will make your experience in Montenegro unforgettable.

Dukley Marina Budva

Dukley Marina Budva is located in the heart of the Budva Riviera and is a part of the resort which carries the same name. This marina is one of the most beautiful nautical destinations in the Adriatic. Opening hours of the Harbour Office in Budva are 7:00 - 15:00 h, and there is a possibility of introducing a second shift during the summer season.

Marina has 350 berths in the inner part of the harbour, mainly for motor boats and super-yachts (up to 70m in length), but there are about 50 berths for visiting the yachts at the dock and two pontoons with a maximum draft of up to 5.0 meters.

Marina provides the necessary electricity and water, as well as waste collection services to the berthed vessels.

Budva

Services offered in the marina: 

• 24 hour water supply 
• 24 hours power supply 
• Gas station 
• Wi-Fi (free) 
• Pilotage 
• Technical support 
• 24-hour Security 

All airports in the vicinity are very well connected with other major European cities. The nearest international airport, Tivat Airport, is only 25 minutes away, and the main international airport Podgorica is an hour away. Distance of towns by sea: Dubrovnik 50NM, Sveti Stefan 3NM, Kotor 31NM, Bar 16NM and Ulcinj 28NM.

If you want to book a berth for your vessel in Budva or want to check the availability of berths for your yacht, Yacht Agent Montenegro is at your service.

In addition to booking berths, we offer services of obtaining free traffic permit upon the arrival / departure from the marina in Budva, supply of food and groceries, duty free fuel ( Bar marina, Port of Bar and Tivat Porto Montenegro), technical support and repairs, as well as other agency services necessary to fully enjoy your visit of the Montenegrin coast and ensure safe navigation.

What to visit near Dukley Marina Budva?

The old town of Budva

The walls and the towers of the Old Town are a testament that Budva is one of the oldest cities of the Adriatic. Cobbled streets, medieval cathedrals, and ancient facades in its historic quarter give it a form a labyrinth. Preserved old town with modern seaside community and the picturesque harbour, makes Budva the most modern centre of Montenegro today. Budva hosts numerous regattas, gourmet fairs and festivals.

Becici

Becici is situated 5km northeast of Budva. Becici beach is 1 950m long, and it is known to be among the most beautiful beaches in Montenegro and the southern Adriatic. This beach won the Grand Prix in Paris for the most beautiful beach in Europe in 1935.

Sveti Stefan

Sveti Stefan is a settlement near Budva, located only 10 km away. Sveti Stefan is connected to the mainland by a narrow earthen causeway, which is probably the reason why they started calling it the "Montenegrin Palm of Dubai." Although this is quite questionable, since Sveti Stefan has existed for hundreds of years, while the Palm not even a decade. This island is the most luxurious resort in Montenegro and one of the most luxurious resorts at the Adriatic coastline.

Petrovac

Petrovac is situated at a 20km distance from Budva. It is a well-known summer tourist destination famous for Roman mosaics from the 3rd century, which depict the god of sleep, Hypnos. Town beach is around 600 m and is one of the most beautiful beaches in this part of the Adriatic. There are two islands in close proximity to the town, the island of Katic and Sveta Nedjelja.

Bar

Bar, together with the Port of Bar and Bar marina, is one of the most beautiful places in Montenegro. Luka Bar, located at the entrance of the Adriatic, more precisely on 42˚05 'north latitude and 19˚05' east longitude. Port of Bar, united with railway and road traffic, represents an important link in the intermodal transport, which gives it a huge advantage over other ports in Montenegro, but also in the region. Port of Bar is located in the heart of the city, and in its vicinity there are hotels, a restaurant, bank and everything you might need during your stay in Bar.

The old part of town, Old Bar, is located 50 km southeast of Budva. Well-preserved remnants of the walls and fortresses, dating from the 9th century, provide a beautiful view of the town and its surroundings that binds all travellers to come and visit. The most attractive part of the old town is the old olive tree which is 2000-2500 years old. It is one of the five oldest olive trees in the world, and still bears fruit. In addition to Old Bar, Bar aqueduct is the only such construction in Montenegro, and one of the three largest in the former Yugoslavia. 

Ulcinj 

The old town of Ulcinj is one of the oldest architectural and urban units of the Adriatic. 

It is a common opinion that the Old Town with its Illyrian walls, the Citadel, a set of street networks, markets and squares, valuable architectural buildings, especially urban landscape, is in its entirety a cultural and historical monument of vital importance. As the most important historical sites of Ulcinj, we suggest you to visit: Balsica Tower, the Palace, the courts and the Square of Slaves. 

Jaz 

Jaz is a beach located 3 km west of Budva. It consists of two parts, one with the length of 500m, and the other of 300m. Being one of the longest beaches in Montenegro it is a favorite among tourists. 

Kotor 

For its beauty, vastness and magnificent terrain, the Bay of Kotor is among the most interesting natural attractions of the Mediterranean. Surrounded by Mount Lovcen and the sea, Kotor is located at the end of the Bay of Kotor, officially one of the 25 most beautiful bays in the world. It is about 23 km from Budva. The old town is surrounded by high walls, above which rises the old fortress on the Sveti Ivan hill (260 m). 

The old town of Kotor has three gates. The gate facing the sea that led to the city promenade and coastline; The gate near the river faces the direction to Risan and Herceg Novi; while the gate of Gurdic, faces the direction to Trojica and the intersection of Cetinje - Budva. 

When you come to this town, you will be able to visit some of the most famous attractions: the walls of the old city, Cathedral of St. Tryphon, Church of St. Nicholas and St. Luke, Maritime Museum ... 

Since 1979 Kotor is on the UNESCO’s list of protected world cultural heritage. 

Tivat and Porto Montenegro 

Tivat is one of the youngest and most modern cities of the Bay of Kotor, situated 25km west of Budva. Porto Montenegro marina is situated in the Bay of Tivat. The marina was made by following the best world standards, which makes Tivat a very popular tourist destination. You will enjoy the luxurious resorts, sandy beaches and rich content of the marina Porto Montenegro. 

Lake Skadar 

The largest lake in the Balkan Peninsula is only 40 km away from Budva. The lake is filled with islands and peninsulas which have many traces of history and valuable cultural heritage, some of which are the Lesendro castle on a rock in the middle of the lake and the fortress Grmožur. Clear water and preserved environment enabled the development of extremely rich eco-system. This is the only habitat of pelicans in the south of Europe. 

Along the shores of the lake there are two small towns called Virpazar and Rijeka Crnojevića. Nearby are the remains of the town of Obod, where the first printing house was built. In 1494 the first book in this part of Europe, Oktoih, was printed here. 

If you need help with the organization of excursions and sightseeing tours in the surrounding towns and villages, we are always happy to assist you, your guests and your crew. For more information please contact +382 67552287 

Yacht Agent Montenegro Team

Bar Marina - more than 600 berths

Marina Bar is located in the heart of the city of Bar. Due to its location it is suitable for mooring the ship during a tour of the Montenegrin coast.

With its capacity of 600 berths, it is one of the largest marinas on the Montenegrin coast. You can find many hotels, restaurants, banks, beaches, etc.. in the close proximity of the marina. Therefore, most of your needs during your stay here will be just a few steps away from your boat.

Tax and Duty Free diesel bunkering for private and chartered yachts is available in Bar marina at the price 50% lower than the regular diesel price. Save your money by refueling your yacht in marina Bar.

Marina Bar 

GPS coordinates of marina Bar:

N 42 05.897

E 19 05.265

Position of the Bar marina on Google Maps

Bar is a beautiful, dynamic, multi ethnic city that connects the modern and the traditional. It has a rich cultural and historical heritage and is the biggest nautical center at the entrance of the Adriatic Sea.

The weather is mild and Mediterranean, so it attracts a number of tourists every year. The seashore is 44 km long, of which 9 km are beaches and the remaining 67 km consist of Skadar Lake shore and the mountain range of Rumija (which is a watershed).

Bar is ideal for tourists who long for a vacation on beautiful beaches and in nature, who like visiting cultural and religious heritage, but also for those who like to spend their vacation actively, doing all sorts of sports like: sailing, diving, mountain climbing and hiking.

Bar is furthermore unique because it offers its guests enjoyment at both sea and lake, thanks to its ports and harbors in Bar, Virpazar and on Skadar Lake.

Bar Marina is an ideal starter port for sailing in Montenegro. There is also a possibility of boat, sailing boat and catamaran rentals at the charter agencies in Bar.

There is, additionally, a possibility of going on a diving tour of sunken ships as well as open sea fishing, where you can catch a swordfish or a tuna.

For more info about available berths in marina Bar and clearance upon arrival or departure please send us an email or call us on +382 67 552 287.

Your Yacht Agent Montenegro

Visa regimes for Montenegro

If you are visiting Montenegro and you are not sure if you need a valid visa to enter and to stay, please check the list below. The Government of Montenegro has adopted the visa regime at the proposal of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and European Integration, and in accordance with the Law on Foreigners, on the basis of which it adopted the Decree on the Visa Regime (Official Gazette of Montenegro 18/2009, 61/11, 24/14, 30/14,10/15 and 19/15).

States whose citizens may enter Montenegro visa free with a valid passport

Up to 30 days:

·         Republic of Albania

·         Czech Republic

·         Republic of Cuba

·         Russian Federation

·         Republic of Ecuador

·         Republic of Peru

Up to 90 days:

• Principality of Andorra

• Republic of Azerbaijan

• Republic of Argentina

• Aruba

• Australia

• Republic of Austria

• Kingdom of Belgium

• Bermuda

• Bosnia and Herzegovina

• Federative Republic of Brazil

• Brunei Darussalam

• Republic of Bulgaria

• Republic of Chile

• Kingdom of Denmark

• Republic of Estonia

• Republic of Finland

• Republic of France

• Republic of Guatemala

• Hellenic Republic (Greece)

• Netherlands Antilles

• Kingdom of the Netherlands

• Republic of Honduras

• Republic of Croatia

• Ireland

• Republic of Iceland

• Republic of Italy

• State of Israel

• Japan

• Canada

• Republic of Cyprus

• Republic of Korea

• Republic of Costa Rica

• Republic of Latvia

• Principality of Liechtenstein

• Republic of Lithuania

• Grand Duchy of Luxembourg

• Hungary

• Republic of Macedonia

• Malaysia

• Republic of Malta

• United Mexican States

• Republic of Moldova

• Principality of Monaco

• Republic of Nicaragua

• Kingdom of Norway

• New Zealand

• Federal Republic of Germany

• Republic of Panama

• Republic of Paraguay

• Republic of Poland

• Republic of Portugal

• Romania

• Republic of El Salvador

• Republic of San Marino

• Republic of Seychelles

• Republic of Singapore

• United States of America

• Slovak Republic

• Republic of Slovenia

• Republic of Serbia

• Holy See

• Kingdom of Spain

• Kingdom of Sweden

• Swiss Confederation

• Republic of Turkey

• United Arab Emirates

• United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

• Ukraine

• Oriental Republic of Uruguay

• Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela

• as well as holders of valid travel documents issued in special administrative area of Hong Kong PR China and Macau PR China

States whose citizens may enter the country, cross the territory, and reside in Montenegro up to 30 days with a valid ID card

EU Member State:

• Republic of Austria

• Kingdom of Belgium

• Republic of Bulgaria

• Czech Republic

• Kingdom of Denmark

• Republic of Estonia

• Republic of Finland

• Republic of France

• Hellenic Republic (Greece)

• Kingdom of the Netherlands

• Republic of Croatia

• Ireland

• Republic of Italy

• Republic of Cyprus

• Republic of Latvia

• Republic of Lithuania

• Grand Duchy of Luxembourg

• Hungary

• Republic of Malta

• Federal Republic of Germany

• Republic of Poland

• Republic of Portugal

• Romania

• Slovak Republic

• Republic of Slovenia

• Kingdom of Spain

• Kingdom of Sweden

• United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Other countries:

• Republic of Albania

• Principality of Andorra

• Bosnia and Herzegovina

• Republic of Belarus

• Republic of Serbia

• Republic of Kosovo

• Principality of Liechtenstein

• Republic of Macedonia

• Principality of Monaco

• Kingdom of Norway

• Republic of San Marino

• Holy See - Vatican City

• Swiss Confederation

For nationals of states not listed above if holders of passports hold a valid Schengen Visa, or a valid visa of the United States of America, or the  United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, or Ireland, or a residence permit for those countries, may enter Montenegro, stay in Montenegro, or cross its territory for up to 30 days.

Holders of travel documents issued by the Organisation of the United Nations or its specialized agencies (Laissez-Passer) may enter the country, cross the territory, and reside in Montenegro up to 90 days without a visa.

Chack updated list on Ministry of Foreign Affairs official web site.

To enter Montenegro border by sea or to clear out please precede to Port of Bar, Port of Kotor and Port of Zelenika which are opened all year round. Additional Ports of Entry, Marina Budva and Porto Montenegro Tivat are welcoming you for for clearing in or clearing out Montenegro waters form May to October.

If you are arriving by sea in Montenegro and you don't have necessary permission to enter the state Yacht Agent Montenegro give you support regarding issuing visa for Montenegro or necessary permissions.

Feel free to contact us any time.