Montenegro became a NATO member in June 2017, with EU accession on track for 2025, as highlighted in the 2018 European Commission Enlargement Strategy.

Montenegro’s central location allows for easy access, with most European cities just a 1-2 hour flight away. It also offers ideal sea routes that connect it to the rest of the world. Beyond convenience and accessibility, the country’s location provides a breathtaking landscape, featuring stunning views of the sea, mountains, lakes, islands, and canyons.

Montenegro is one of the fastest-growing tourist destinations globally and the only Mediterranean location experiencing a consistent upward trend in turnover. It leads the region in foreign investment per capita. According to the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC), tourism revenues are projected to grow at an average annual rate of 6% over the next decade.

Montenegro has used the Euro since 2002 and has experienced an average economic growth rate of 3.4% since 2004. With numerous investment opportunities, the country offers a low-income tax rate of 9% and favorable conditions for new companies. Both local and foreign-owned businesses are subject to the same rights and regulations. Tourism and real estate are the leading sectors, showing significant growth and contributing approximately 3.5 billion Euros to the economy in recent years.