Safest cities in Montenegro
1 city with 100k+ population · data updated 2026-09-04
What official travel advice warns about
Terrorism
- Terrorism in MontenegroAlthough there’s no recent history of terrorism in Montenegro, attacks cannot be ruled out.
Political demonstrations
- Protests and demonstrations sometimes take place in Montenegro, often in front of government or religious buildings. They are mostly peaceful but can lead to traffic disruption, clashes with police and the potential for violent incidents.
Crime
- Protecting yourself and your belongingsTake sensible precautions to protect yourself and your belongings from street crime. Do not leave bags unattended and be wary of pickpockets in tourist hot spots, beaches, airports and on public transport.
- Lost or stolen passportsIf your passport is lost or stolen, you must renew your passport or apply for an emergency travel document. You cannot use a police report to leave Montenegro.
- Violent crimeIncidents of violent crime between organised criminal groups can affect others close by. Be cautious, remain vigilant and aware of your surroundings. Stay away from confrontations and leave the area if you feel unsafe. In the event of any incidents, follow all advice given by the local authorities.
- Bank card fraudFraudsters can steal your card details without you noticing. Use ATMs inside banks if possible, and check ATMs on the street for signs of tampering. Keep cards in sight when paying in shops and restaurants. Read more about how to avoid bank card fraud.
Laws and cultural differences
- Personal IDYou must always carry a form of ID such as a photocard driving licence or passport. If you do not have it with you, the police can give you a fine. Keep a copy of your passport’s photo page in a safe place.
- Illegal drugsIllegal drugs, including cannabis, carry severe penalties. You should expect a long jail sentence and heavy fines for possessing, using or smuggling illegal drugs, including when transiting through the airport.
- Using cameras in secure areasTaking photographs of police or military installations, personnel or vehicles is illegal and could lead to arrest and prosecution by the authorities.
- LGBT+ travellersWhile there is a general tolerance of same-sex couples in Montenegro, LGBT+ travellers should be aware that showing affection in public could receive negative attention. Read more advice for LGBT+ travellers.
Outdoor activities and adventure tourism
- Swimming safetyTake note of warning signs on beaches, follow instructions from lifeguards and observe the flag indicators. Take local advice if jellyfish or sea urchins are present. Speedboats and other watercraft operate frequently along the coast, particularly during the summer months. Take care when swimming, remain aware of vessels operating nearby, and use…
- Paragliding, jet-skis and quad bikesFor all extreme sports and water sports, take precautions to prevent injuries and use protective equipment.
- Hiking and mountaineeringHikers have got lost in the mountains when they have left marked paths. If you get into trouble, call the emergency number 112.
Transport risks
- Road travelTraffic congestion is common during the summer tourist season, particularly on coastal roads, major routes and at border crossings. Journey times can be significantly longer than usual. If you are planning to drive in Montenegro, see information on driving abroad and check the rules of the road in the RAC’s Montenegro guide. The guide lists…
- Road conditionsThe standard of roads is fair. Conditions are worse in rural areas, especially in the winter and after bad weather. The 2-lane Moraca Canyon can be dangerous when conditions are poor and there is congestion.
- TaxisOnly use officially licensed taxis, which have a taxi sign on the roof and a company name and number written on the side.
- Traffic penaltiesIf you break the speed limit by 10kph, police can fine you. Excessive speeding and overtaking under dangerous conditions are both punishable by automatic confiscation of your driving licence.
- Sea travelIf you’re sailing and want to enter Montenegro, see Entry requirements.
- Pedestrian safetyTraffic can be busy, fast and chaotic. Take care when crossing roads. Pedestrians should use designated road crossings. You can be fined for crossing the road if you are within 100 metres of a pedestrian crossing but do not use it. Drivers do not always stop, even though they are required to. The green pedestrian crossing signal also allows cars…
Extreme weather and natural disasters
- WildfiresWildfires are common in Montenegro from April to October due to the dry and hot weather. Wildfires are highly dangerous and unpredictable. You should:
- FloodingFlooding can be a problem when there is heavy rain and snow melts, causing rivers to flood in winter and spring.
- EarthquakesMontenegro lies in a seismically active zone and small tremors are recorded throughout the year. Serious earthquakes are less frequent but do happen. The last serious earthquake was in 1979. The US Federal Emergency Management Agency’s website tells you about what to do before, during and after an earthquake.
Headings and opening lines from the UK FCDO “Safety and security” travel advice for Montenegro, updated 2026-08-13 (Open Government Licence v3.0). Read the full advice on gov.uk →
Country figures
- Homicide rate
- 2.51 /100k2024
- Income inequality
- Gini 34.32021
- Human development
- HDI 0.8622023
- Income
- $35,700/yrGNI per capita PPP
- Road deaths
- 7.6 /100kWHO, 2019
- Political stability
- 72/100WGI, 2024 · higher = more stable
- Rule of law
- 60/100WGI, 2024
- Corruption perceptions
- 46/100Transparency Intl, 2025 · higher = cleaner
- Natural-hazard risk
- 2.6/10EU INFORM, 2026 · higher = riskier
- Women, Peace & Security
- 0.74GIWPS, 2025 · 0-1, higher = better
- Air quality
- 18.5 µg/m³PM2.5, 2023 · WHO guideline is 5
- Safe drinking water
- 86%of population, 2024 · WHO/UNICEF JMP
- Healthcare capacity
- 2.8 doctors /1k3.8 hospital beds per 1,000
Natural hazards
- Tsunami
- 6.1/10EU INFORM, 2026 · higher = riskier
- Earthquake
- 5.5/10EU INFORM, 2026 · higher = riskier
- Drought
- 1.7/10EU INFORM, 2026 · higher = riskier
- Flood
- 1.3/10EU INFORM, 2026 · higher = riskier
Hazard types scoring under 1 out of 10 are not listed.
Same-sex sexual activity is legal in Montenegro (as of 2025).
How Montenegro compares
| Measure | Montenegro | World median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Homicide rate | 2.5 /100k | 2.4 /100k | +0.1 /100k — better for World median |
| Income inequality (Gini) | 34.3 | 35.2 | −0.9 — better for Montenegro |
| Human development (HDI) | 0.862 | 0.763 | +0.099 — better for Montenegro |
| Road deaths | 7.6 /100k | 15.4 /100k | −7.8 /100k — better for Montenegro |
| Rule of law | 60/100 | 52/100 | +8/100 — better for Montenegro |
| Corruption perceptions | 46/100 | 39/100 | +7/100 — better for Montenegro |
| Air quality (PM2.5) | 18.5 µg/m³ | 19.7 µg/m³ | −1.2 µg/m³ — better for Montenegro |
| Natural-hazard risk | 2.6/10 | 3.8/10 | −1.2/10 — better for Montenegro |
| Measure | Montenegro | Europe median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Homicide rate | 2.5 /100k | 1.0 /100k | +1.5 /100k — better for Europe median |
| Income inequality (Gini) | 34.3 | 30.6 | +3.7 — better for Europe median |
| Human development (HDI) | 0.862 | 0.911 | −0.049 — better for Europe median |
| Road deaths | 7.6 /100k | 5.5 /100k | +2.0 /100k — better for Europe median |
| Rule of law | 60/100 | 74/100 | −14/100 — better for Europe median |
| Corruption perceptions | 46/100 | 57/100 | −11/100 — better for Europe median |
| Air quality (PM2.5) | 18.5 µg/m³ | 11.2 µg/m³ | +7.3 µg/m³ — better for Europe median |
| Natural-hazard risk | 2.6/10 | 2.5/10 | +0.1/10 — better for Europe median |
Medians, not means, so one extreme country cannot drag the reference value. Each row compares only the countries that have a published figure for that measure, and differences are plain arithmetic between stored values.
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