AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoEU Accession: Montenegro could sign its EU membership treaty in June 2027 if it completes negotiations by December, according to a European Commission timetable. It has completed talks in 21 of 33 areas. EU Ambassador Johann Sattler says Brussels recommends closing the key rule-of-law Chapters 23 and 24. Rule of Law: A regional study found that 20% of Montenegro’s laws in this area adopted between 2020 and 2025 drew negative assessments, with concerns across the Western Balkans focused on elections, courts and media. Visa Rules: Since 1 November, citizens of Russia, Belarus, China, Saudi Arabia and Türkiye need visas to enter Montenegro. Valid Schengen visas or residence permits still allow stays of up to 30 days. Banking: Montenegro has revoked Alta Pay Group’s licence to provide payment services, amid the collapse of Serbia’s Alta Bank and an investigation into alleged cash removals.
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