In recent years, digital nomads have reshaped the way people work, combining travel with remote work from inspiring destinations. Montenegro has increasingly attracted this community due to its natural beauty, affordable cost of living, and growing IT sector. In early 2025, Montenegro was ranked the third-best destination for digital nomads globally, after Spain and the UAE, according to the Digital Nomad Index by VisaGuide.World.
To fully leverage this trend, Montenegro requires strategic promotion and support. IPC Tehnopolis has been a key institution in positioning Montenegro as an attractive destination for digital nomads. The country is gradually emerging as a hub for remote workers, with growing interest from local communities, coworking spaces, and tourism providers.
Montenegro’s first coworking space opened in Nikšić in 2018 and now offers 30 workstations, meeting rooms, high-speed internet, and other facilities. Plans include a new coworking space with 60 seats in the House of the Digital Revolution and outdoor coworking areas. IPC Tehnopolis also organizes workshops, meetups, and the annual Cross Border Coworking Conference (CBCC), which in 2025 will take place from October 14–17 in Herceg Novi, attracting global experts and remote workers.
Through programs and collaborations with local tourism operators, Tehnopolis provides training and advice on creating flexible accommodations, coworking-friendly spaces, and services that cater to remote workers. A residency program offers digital nomads access to coworking spaces, networking opportunities, and deeper engagement with the destination. A digital platform and mobile app are also being developed to consolidate information on attractions, accommodation, and activities in Montenegro and Bosnia and Herzegovina, promoting cross-border tourism.
Digital nomads bring global perspectives, innovation, and business opportunities, enhancing local startup ecosystems and attracting international investment. Montenegro can position itself as a destination offering a balance of work and life, combining natural beauty, quality of life, and coworking infrastructure. Strategic branding involves media visibility, digital campaigns, and initiatives like CBCC to highlight Montenegro as an attractive location for remote work.
Legislative support has been crucial. Since August 2022, a special D visa allows digital nomads to work in Montenegro. As of February 2025, 653 temporary residence permits have been issued. Proposed amendments to the Foreigners Law aim to further streamline digital nomad visas, introduce electronic application procedures, set residency requirements, and allow family reunification for spouses and children under 18. Permits may last up to two years, extendable for another two years, with a six-month break required before reapplying.
