Economic Overview
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Economic and Political Overview of Montenegro
http://www.suddefrance-developpement.com/en/country-profiles/montenegro/economic-and-political-outline.html
As the smallest country of the Balkans, Montenegro has a fragile economy supported by investment (especially in the energy sector) and tourism. In 2015, the country experienced an economic growth of 4%; it should accelerate in 2016.
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Montenegro Economy 2016, CIA World Factbook
http://www.theodora.com/wfbcurrent/montenegro/montenegro_economy.html
Montenegro’s economy is slowly transitioning to a market system, but the state sector remains large and additional institutional changes are needed. The economy relies heavily on foreign tourism and the export of refined metals.
Industry Trends & Business Climate
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Montenegro’s tourism industry turns a corner
http://www.businessdestinations.com/acte/montenegros-tourism-industry-turns-a-corner/
Montenegro has long struggled to organise its ailing economy, but thanks to a skyrocketing tourism industry with dynamic healthcare options, the tide may finally be turning in its favour
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MONTENEGRO INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITIES GUIDE
http://montenegroinvestments.info/uploads/docs/Montenegro-investment-guide.pdf
Since the introduction of the German mark in November 1999, and later the euro in February 2002, the country has had signifcant success in creating a favorable business climate and in attracting reputable foreign investors.
Establishing a Presence
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Company types in Montenegro
http://www.healyconsultants.com/montenegro-company-registration/setup-llc/
The limited liability company (LLC) is the most popular business structure in Montenegro
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Montenegro Company Types
http://www.companyformationmontenegro.com/montenegro-company-types
There are a few types of companies that an entrepreneur may open in Montenegro: the sole proprietorship, the general partnership, the limited partnership, the limited liability company and the joint stock company.
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Montenegro company registration
http://www.healyconsultants.com/montenegro-company-registration/
This site provides a brief commentary on company registration requirements
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Starting a Business in Montenegro
http://www.doingbusiness.org/data/exploreeconomies/montenegro/starting-a-business
This site provides a detailed summary of the bureaucratic and legal hurdles faced by entrepreneurs wishing to incorporate and register a new firm in Montenegro.
Taxes
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Montenegro Corporate – Taxes
http://taxsummaries.pwc.com/uk/taxsummaries/wwts.nsf/ID/JDCN-89HT9G
Entities operating in Montenegro are subject to a 9% corporate profit tax (CPT).
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Paying Taxes in Montenegro
http://www.doingbusiness.org/data/exploreeconomies/montenegro/paying-taxes
This World Bank site provides a breakdown of the tax obligation of a medium size company in Montenegro
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Montenegro Personal Income Tax Rate | 2013-2016
http://www.tradingeconomics.com/montenegro/personal-income-tax-rate
The Personal Income Tax Rate in Montenegro stands at 9 percent.
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Montenegro Individual – Taxes
http://taxsummaries.pwc.com/uk/taxsummaries/wwts.nsf/ID/JDCN-89HT9E
Personal income tax (PIT) of 9% is levied on salaries, property-related income, and investment income (interest income earned by non-residents is subject to a 5% PIT).
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Montenegro Sales Tax Rate | VAT | 2006-2016
http://www.tradingeconomics.com/montenegro/sales-tax-rate
The Sales Tax Rate in Montenegro stands at 19 percent. Sales Tax Rate in Montenegro averaged 17.73 percent from 2006 until 2016, reaching an all time high of 19 percent in 2013 and a record low of 17 percent in 2007. Sales Tax Rate in Montenegro is reported by the Department of Public Revenues, Montenegro.
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Montenegro Sales Tax Rate | VAT Forecast 2016-2020
http://www.tradingeconomics.com/montenegro/sales-tax-rate/forecast
In the long-term, the Montenegro Sales Tax Rate | VAT is projected to trend around 19.00 percent in 2020, according to our econometric models.
Visas
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Visa information for Montenegro
http://www.projectvisa.com/visainformation/Montenegro
This site lists the countries of origin that do NOT require a visa for a 90 day stay.
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Montenegro Visa
https://montenegro.visahq.com/#!
Comprehensive Information on Montenegro Visa Requirements
Infrastructure
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Republic of Montenegro Transportation
https://www.virtualtourist.com/travel/Europe/Republic_of_Montenegro/Transportation-Republic_of_Montenegro-TG-C-1.html
73 tips on getting to and getting around Republic of Montenegro from real travelers and locals.
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Transport in Montenegro – Lonely Planet
http://www.lonelyplanet.com/montenegro/transport
This site provides a list of various transportation options in Montenegro
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Telecommunications in Montenegro
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Telecommunications_in_Montenegro
Telecommunications in Montenegro includes radio, television, fixed and mobile telephones, and the Internet.
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Telecom News – CommsUpdate Montenegro
https://www.telegeography.com/products/commsupdate/lists/country/montenegro/
Current news reports on the telecom business in Montenegro
Employer Obligations
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REPUBLIC OF MONTENEGRO LABOUR LAW
http://www.velikaplaza.info/docs/Labour_law.pdf
This site provides a copy of the Republic of Montenegro Labour Law
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Guide to Law Online: Montenegro
http://www.loc.gov/law/help/guide/nations/montenegro.php
A genral guide to the laws of Montenegro including labor form the Law Library of the US Congress
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REPUBLIC OF MONTENEGRO LABOUR LAW
http://www.velikaplaza.info/docs/Labour_law.pdf
This site provides a copy of the Republic of Montenegro Labour Law
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Guide to Law Online: Montenegro
http://www.loc.gov/law/help/guide/nations/montenegro.php
A genral guide to the laws of Montenegro including unemployment form the Law Library of the US Congress
Culture/Living
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Cost of Living in Montenegro
https://www.numbeo.com/cost-of-living/country_result.jsp?country=Montenegro
Average prices of more than 40 products and services in Montenegro. Prices of restaurants, food, transportation, utilities and housing are included.
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Guide to Law Online: Montenegro
http://www.loc.gov/law/help/guide/nations/montenegro.php
A genral guide to the laws of Montenegro including labor form the Law Library of the US Congress
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Prices in Montenegro, Cost of living in Montenegro
http://www.mytravelcost.com/Montenegro/
Montenegro is a relatively cheap tourist spot if one is choosing among all European travel destinations. Its price level is under the average for the continent and is most similar to the one in the Baltic countries.
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Montenegro – Culture, Customs & Etiquette
http://guide.culturecrossing.net/basics_business_student.php?id=233
Guide to travel, doing business, and studying in Montenegro – culture, greetings, gestures,etiquette, taboos, negotiations, gift-giving, and more.
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Montenegro Business Practice and Business etiquette
http://worldwide-tax.com/montenegro/montenegro-practice.asp
n general, the code of business conduct is similar in Montenegro to that in the rest of Europe and the USA.
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Montenegro Climate Guide: Monthly Weather Charts
http://www.weather2travel.com/climate-guides/montenegro/
Tables for monthly temperature, sunshine and rainfall
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Montenegro Weather – AccuWeather.com
http://www.accuweather.com/en/me/montenegro-weather
Access hourly, 10 day and 15 day forecasts along with up to the minute reports and videos from AccuWeather.com
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Montenegro Safety Information for Travel
http://www.countryreports.org/travel/Montenegro/security.htm
Non-Montenegrins are rarely the target of violence, but there is always the danger of being in the wrong place at the wrong time. While most Montenegrins are open and hospitable to foreigners, visitors might encounter anti-foreign sentiment.
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Montenegro travel advice – GOV.UK
https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/montenegro/safety-and-security
Latest travel advice for Montenegro including safety and security, entry requirements, travel warnings and health
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Montenegro Education System
http://www.classbase.com/Countries/Montenegro/Education-System
This site provides information on the difeerent levels of education in Montenegro from Primary to University
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International Schools in Montenegro
http://www.expat-quotes.com/guides/montenegro/education/international-schools-in-montenegro.htm
This site provides a list of international schools including nursery schools, primary and secondary (high) schools
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Public Holidays in Montenegro in 2016
http://www.officeholidays.com/countries/montenegro/index.php
Comprehensive list of National and Regional Public Holidays that are celebrated in Montenegro during 2016 with dates and information on the origin
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Montenegro Public Holidays 2016 and 2017
http://publicholidays.eu/montenegro/
Discover the complete list of Montenegro’s public holidays for 2016 and 2017.
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The World Factbook — Central Intelligence Agency
https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/geos/mj.html
See “People and Society” on this site
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Demographics of Montenegro
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Demographics_of_Montenegro
This site describesthe demographic features of the population of Montenegro, including population density, ethnicity, education level, health of the populace, economic status, religious affiliations and other aspects of the population.
Trade
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Customs: Regulations, Export-Import
https://montenegro.visahq.com/customs/
Montenegro Customs regulations and procedures for importing and exporting goods at border.
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IATA – Montenegro Customs, Currency & Airport Tax
http://www.iatatravelcentre.com/ME-Montenegro-customs-currency-airport-tax-regulations-details.htm
Customs information for individuals entering Montenegro
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Central European Free Trade Agreement
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Central_European_Free_Trade_Agreement
The Central European Free Trade Agreement (CEFTA) is a trade agreement between non-EU countries, members of which are now mostly located in Southeastern Europe including Montenegro
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WTO | Montenegro – Member information
https://www.wto.org/english/thewto_e/countries_e/montenegro_e.htm
This site provides key information on Montenegro’s participation in the WTO. Montenegro has been a member of WTO since 29 April 2012.
Housing and Rentals
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Accommodation Montenegro
http://www.montenegro.com/accommodation
A listing of hotels and apartments in Montenegro
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The 10 Best Montenegro Hotels
https://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotels-g635648-Montenegro-Hotels.html
11,800 traveller reviews and 13,848 candid photos for hotels in Montenegro, Europe on TripAdvisor.
Travel
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Montenegro 2016: Best of Montenegro Tourism
https://www.tripadvisor.com/Tourism-g635648-Montenegro-Vacations.html
TripAdvisor has 84,399 reviews of Montenegro Hotels, Attractions, and Restaurants making it your best Montenegro resource.
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Montenegro Travel Guide | Fodor’s Travel
http://www.fodors.com/world/europe/montenegro
Expert picks for your Montenegro vacation, including hotels, restaurants, entertainment, shopping, top attractions, and more.