Diplomatic and Official Visa (Long-Stay D Visa)

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Diplomatic and Official Visa (Long-Stay D Visa)

Work Dependents Allowed

At a Glance

Processing Time

10-60 days

Application Fee

Free

Stay Duration

6 months

Renewable

Job Offer

Required

Dependents

Allowed

PR Pathway

Remote Work

Not Required

Overview

This visa is intended for foreign nationals who intend to stay in Montenegro for more than 90 days (up to 180 days) for the purpose of performing services in foreign diplomatic and consular missions or missions of international organizations accredited in Montenegro.

The Diplomatic and Official D Visa is designed for foreign nationals performing official duties within Montenegro's diplomatic or international organization framework. It allows for stays of up to 180 days within a one-year period. The visa is provided free of charge to qualified applicants holding official or diplomatic passports.

Stay & Extensions

Initial grant

6 months

Requirements

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Must be a government official, diplomat, or representative of an international organization accredited in Montenegro.

Must hold a valid diplomatic or official passport.

KEY CRITERIA

Job Offer

Required

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Valid passport (issued within the last 10 years, valid at least 3 months beyond the intended stay)

Completed visa application form

Recent passport-sized photograph

Official documentation (e.g., Note Verbale or letter of accreditation)

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

Gratis application fee
Facilitates official government representation

Worth Knowing

Strictly limited to official duties
Does not grant private employment rights
Does not lead to permanent residence
Lack of official accreditation
Non-official purpose of visit
Invalid or expired passport

Application Process

Verify if your country has a visa-free agreement for diplomatic passports.

Contact the nearest Montenegrin Embassy or Consulate.

Submit the application form and required official documentation in person.

Await processing by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

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Overview

Requirements

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Must be a government official, diplomat, or representative of an international organization accredited in Montenegro.

Must hold a valid diplomatic or official passport.

KEY CRITERIA

Job Offer

Required

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Valid passport (issued within the last 10 years, valid at least 3 months beyond the intended stay)

Completed visa application form

Recent passport-sized photograph

Official documentation (e.g., Note Verbale or letter of accreditation)