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Montenegro visa requirements for South Africa citizens
Updated 2026-07-04 · verified against the Passport Index dataset
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Visa required
Yes — South Africa citizens need a visa for Montenegro.
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Montenegro admits South Africa citizens on better terms if they already hold certain visas or residence permits of other countries:
Visa-free · 30 days
Montenegro: up to 30 days with a valid US, UK, Irish or Schengen visa.
Conditions: valid visa
Source: MFA of Montenegro · verified 2026-07-04
Entry details
Holders of a South Africa passport need a visa obtained in advance when visiting Montenegro. The South Africa passport currently ranks #68 among the world's top 100 with 98 destinations accessible visa-free or with visa on arrival / eTA.
In the opposite direction: Montenegro citizens travelling to South Africa — visa required.
🧳 Before you travel: South Africa → Montenegro
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