U.S. Department of State
Level 1Exercise Normal Precautions
There were no changes to the advisory level or risk indicators. Advisory summary was updated.
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Is Montenegro safe? 🇲🇪
Europe · Updated
As of September 2026, Montenegro scores 83/100 on the IsMyTripSafe safety index (average across assessed destinations). The U.S. State Department rates Montenegro Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions. Of the 3 Montenegro destinations assessed, Budva scores highest (83/100), while Podgorica scores lowest (82/100).
01 · Official Guidance
Government advisories
UK Foreign Office (FCDO)
Level 1No advisory against travel
Travel disruption Airports can be very busy during the summer months, with delays possible at check-in, security screening and passport control. Arrive at the airport well in advance of your scheduled departure.
Full advisory →Government of Canada
Level 1Exercise normal security precautions
Canada's official risk level for Montenegro: exercise normal security precautions.
Full advisory →02 · Destinations
Montenegro destinations by safety score
#1🇲🇪BudvaSafe · updated 29 July 202683#2🇲🇪KotorSafe · updated 29 July 202683#3🇲🇪PodgoricaSafe · updated 8 September 202682
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03 · Evidence Signals
Montenegro safety data
| Indicator | Value | Score | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Government travel advisoryCA / US | Level 1 — Exercise Normal Precautions · 2 govts | 100 | CA / US |
| Homicide rateWorld Bank Open Data · 2023 | 0.8 / 100k | 96 | World Bank Open Data (2023) |
| Feel safe walking alone after darkUN SDG Global Database · 2018 | 95.8% | 100 | UN SDG Global Database (2018) |
| Physical assault (past year)UN SDG Global Database · 2018 | 4.4% | 78 | UN SDG Global Database (2018) |
| Political stability & no terrorismWorld Bank Governance Indicators · 2024 | 72/100 | 72 | World Bank Governance Indicators (2024) |
| Rule of lawWorld Bank Governance Indicators · 2024 | 60/100 | 60 | World Bank Governance Indicators (2024) |
| Road traffic deathsWHO Global Health Observatory · 2021 | 9.1 / 100k | 69 | WHO Global Health Observatory (2021) |
04 · Questions
Montenegro safety FAQ
Is Montenegro safe to visit right now?
The U.S. State Department currently rates Montenegro Level 1 of 4 — Exercise Normal Precautions. On our composite index Montenegro averages 83/100. See the destination reports above for city-level detail. (Updated 8 September 2026.)
What is the safest place to visit in Montenegro?
Of the destinations we've assessed, Budva currently scores highest at 83/100 (Safe). Podgorica scores lowest at 82/100.
Where does this Montenegro safety data come from?
Directly from public sources: US, UK and Canadian government advisories, World Bank and UNODC crime statistics, WHO health data, live air-quality, disaster and earthquake feeds — plus AI field research over current local reporting. Read the full methodology.