Montenegro

Agencija za Elektronske Medije (AEM) (Agency for Electronic Media of Montenegro)

Currency: Euro (EUR)

Q. Are there any requirements, when sending EUR?
A. Just your details, the beneficiary details and the purpose of the payment.

Q. Can I send inbound and outbound payments?
A. Yes, there are no restrictions on sending money into or outside of countries using the Euro.

Q. How much can I send?
A. As much as you want.

Q. How long will it take for my funds to be received?
A. Standard international payment time. However, with the right foreign exchange broker, this can be done as fast as the same day.

Q. Who can I send EUR to?
A. Both individuals and businesses can receive funds for countries sending with the Euro.

Q. Is sending EUR expensive?
A. Not if you use the right currency broker, who will be able to offer you bank-beating exchange rates and significantly lower payment charges.

Q. Can you use forward contracts with EUR?
A. Yes. With the right currency broker, you can book a EUR exchange rate forward, protecting you against any adverse currency movements. With these contracts, you will always know exactly what is coming out of your bank account.

Information courtesy of Currencies Direct 

European Film Commissions Network (EUFCN) is a non-profit association, which supports and promotes the European film industry and culture.

Film in Montenegro

Visas & Work Permits

Montenegro is not a Schengen area member state.

Visiting crews entering on Western passports can enter visa-free for periods of up to 90 days.

Work permits aren’t required to film in Montenegro.

Please contact a local embassy, consulate or representative for more information. Alternatively, there are specialist companies that provide visa and immigration support to the media industry who may be able to assist.

Film Location Permits

Permitting in Montenegro is a very straightforward process. No extraordinary restrictions or rules apply.

There are no fees for shooting and most permits usually take no more than two days.

Customs

For productions looking to bring in film equipment, Montenegro is an ATA carnet country.

When to Film

Montenegro has a transitional climate from Mediterranean to continental.

The summers are hot and dry, and the winters are mild on the coast and snowy in the mountains. April to September is the best time to film for long, sunny days.

Montenegro is a predominately Eastern Orthodox Christian country, so those holidays are observed. There is also a large Muslim population.

Public Holidays

Public holidays may affect timing, availability and costs. See here for public holiday dates in Montenegro.

In Montenegro, locations, local talent and support crew are inexpensive. However, since little to no filming infrastructure exists all key crew and equipment must be brought in from abroad.

Crews are typically brought in from nearby Serbia, which is also cost efficient.

The standard VAT rate in Montenegroat the time of writing is set at 21%.

Funding

Cine-Regio is a network of regional film funds in Europe.

Creative Europe is the European Commission's programme for providing support to the culture and audiovisual sectors.

Filmski Centar Crne Gore (Film Centre of Montenegro)

This interactive tool outlines the main EU-related support opportunities for audiovisual and news media sectors. It also covers funding streams beyond the sectoral Creative Europe Programme.

Incentives

Entertainment Partners' Production Incentives Map: Information for Montenegro.

At the time of writing, the UK does not have a trade agreement with this country. However, up to date information about UK trade agreements can be found on the GOV.UK website.