Be an Active Voter by taking the necessary steps to vote in the 2022 U.S. elections and participating in Absentee Voting Week! Whether you are a first-time voter or have already received ballots and voted absentee in past elections, we recommend that you complete a Federal Post Card Application (FPCA) each year to ensure you are able to participate in elections as …
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By U.S. Embassy in Podgorica | 5 October, 2022 | Topics: Alert
Location: Montenegro, Countrywide Event: A persistent and ongoing cyber-attack is in process in Montenegro. The attack may include disruptions to the public utility, transportation (including border crossings and airport), and telecommunication sectors. Actions to Take: Be aware of your surroundings. Limit movement and travel to the necessities Review your personal security plans. Have travel documents up …
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By U.S. Embassy in Podgorica | 26 August, 2022 | Topics: Alert
Event: The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 2 Travel Health Notice for Monkeypox in Multiple Countries . The World Health Organization has determined the multi-country outbreak of monkeypox is a Public Health Emergency of International Concern ( click here to view the WHO’s determination). Actions to Take: · Travelers should AVOID : o Close contact with sick people, including those with …
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By U.S. Embassy in Podgorica | 4 August, 2022 | Topics: Alert
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Podgorica, Montenegro (June 13, 2022) Location: Countrywide Event: As of June 12, 2022, the CDC order requiring all persons to show a negative COVID-19 test result or documentation of recovery from COVID-19 before boarding a flight to the United States, is rescinded. As of 12:01 a.m. on June 12, 2022, …
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By U.S. Embassy in Podgorica | 13 June, 2022 | Topics: Alert
Location: Podgorica, Montenegro, Countrywide Event: A demonstration, organized by the Embassy of Ukraine in Montenegro, protesting the invasion of Ukraine by Russian military forces, will take place on Sunday, February 27, 2022, at 13:30. The gathering is expected to draw a significant crowd. A strong police presence is anticipated. Forming in the Argentina trg area …
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By U.S. Embassy in Podgorica | 26 February, 2022 | Topics: Alert
Location: Podgorica, Montenegro, Countrywide Event: A sizable gathering is scheduled to take place in Podgorica on Sunday, February 27, 2022. The gathering, organized by the Metropolitanate of Montenegro and the Littoral of the Serbian Orthodox Church, will observe the traditional Saint Simeon’s Assembly. The gathering will begin at 9:00 AM at the Cathedral of the …
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By U.S. Embassy in Podgorica | 25 February, 2022 | Topics: Alert
Location: Podgorica, Montenegro; Countrywide Event: Large gatherings are scheduled to take place tomorrow, February 24th, throughout Montenegro beginning around 1830. Multiple road closures throughout the country are expected and could impede intercity travel. Significant police presence is expected, though the gatherings are projected to remain peaceful. Gatherings within Podgorica, and Montenegro in general, have the …
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By U.S. Embassy in Podgorica | 23 February, 2022 | Topics: Alert
Demonstration Alert – U.S. Embassy Podgorica, Montenegro (February 9, 2022) Location: Podgorica, Montenegro Event: A sizable demonstration is scheduled to take place in today, February 9th, in Podgorica in front of the Hram Hristovog Vaskrsenja around 1800. Road closures and a significant police presence are expected, though the protest is projected to remain peaceful. Demonstrations within Podgorica, …
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By U.S. Embassy in Podgorica | 9 February, 2022 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens
Location: Montenegro, Countrywide Event: Demonstrations/ protests may occur during the weekend beginning Friday, January 21, 2022 through Sunday, January 23, 2022. Demonstrations within Podgorica, and Montenegro in general, have the potential to become a more frequent occurrence. While recent protests have remained peaceful, road closures combined with the increased police presence can impede travel. As with …
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By U.S. Embassy in Podgorica | 21 January, 2022 | Topics: Alert
If you are overseas and your U.S. passport expired on or after January 1, 2020, you may be able to use your expired passport to return directly to the United States until March 31, 2022. You qualify to travel on your expired passport if all the following are true: You are a U.S. citizen. You …
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By U.S. Embassy in Podgorica | 11 January, 2022 | Topics: Alert, Consular Affairs
December 27, 2021 Location: World Wide Event The Department is increasing the passport security surcharge (PSS) by $20 from $60 to $80. The PSS includes costs associated with passport application processing that support enhanced border security such as the secure book and card materials, passport printers, and compensation associated with passport adjudication, including fraud prevention. …
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By U.S. Embassy in Podgorica | 22 December, 2021 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy in Podgorica, Montenegro December 03, 2021 Location: Montenegro, countrywide Event: On December 6, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) will implement a one-day COVID-19 testing requirement for travelers over age two coming to the United States. Regardless of vaccination status or nationality, any individual coming to the United States must show a negative pre-departure COVID-19 viral …
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By U.S. Embassy in Podgorica | 3 December, 2021 | Topics: Alert, News
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy in Podgorica, Montenegro November 2, 2021 Location: Worldwide: Event: On October 25, President Biden announced the United States will adopt a global air travel policy. This policy prioritizes public health, protecting U.S. citizens and residents as well as those who come to visit us. Effective November 8 all non-citizen, nonimmigrant (not a U.S. …
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By U.S. Embassy in Podgorica | 2 November, 2021 | Topics: Alert, News
On October 25, 2021 the White House and CDC announced details of the new vaccination policy that will go into effect for international travelers to the United States on November 8. As of that date, foreign national air travelers to the United States, with few exceptions, will be required to be fully vaccinated and to …
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By U.S. Embassy in Podgorica | 27 October, 2021 | Topics: Alert, Consular Affairs, News
Locations: Podgorica and Cetinje, with related events possible throughout Montenegro Events: · September 3, 4, and 5 at 8:00 PM: Large gatherings on “Dvorski Trg” in Cetinje for concerts organized by the Montenegro Orthodox Church / Crnogorska Pravoslavna Crkva. · September 4, beginning at 5:00 PM: A large gathering is expected in front of the …
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By U.S. Embassy in Podgorica | 3 September, 2021 | Topics: Alert
Demonstration Alert – U.S. Embassy Podgorica, Montenegro (August 20, 2021) Location: Cetinje Event: A sizable demonstration is scheduled to take place in downtown Cetinje area on Sunday, August 22, 2021, beginning at 12:00. A large group of people is expected to gather in front of “Lovcenska Vila” monument. Road closures and a significant police presence are …
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By U.S. Embassy in Podgorica | 20 August, 2021 | Topics: Alert
If you are overseas and your passport expired on or after January 1, 2020, you may be able to use your expired passport to return directly to the United States until December 31, 2021.
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By U.S. Embassy in Podgorica | 25 May, 2021 | Topics: Alert
Subject: Alert: U. S. Embassy Podgorica (January 20, 2021) Location: Countrywide – The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Director has signed an order requiring all airline passengers traveling to the United States, including U.S. citizens and Lawful Permanent Residents (LPRs), to provide proof of a negative COVID-19 viral test or recovery from COVID-19. Event: Effective January 26, all airline passengers to the United States ages two years and older must provide either a …
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By U.S. Embassy in Podgorica | 21 January, 2021 | Topics: Alert
Location: Worldwide – The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Director has signed an order requiring all airline passengers traveling to the United States, including U.S. citizens and Lawful Permanent Residents (LPRs), to provide proof of a negative COVID-19 viral test or recovery from COVID-19. Event: Effective January 26, all airline passengers to the United States ages two years and older must provide either a negative COVID-19 viral test taken within three calendar days of travel or provide a positive test result and …
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By U.S. Embassy in Podgorica | 19 January, 2021 | Topics: Alert
Location: Montenegro Event: U.S. Embassy Podgorica continues to monitor the rapidly changing conditions due to COVID-19 in Montenegro and in locations worldwide. A negative COVID-19 test (PCR and/or serology) is no longer required for entry into Montenegro. A nationwide curfew, with limited exceptions, is in effect from 2200 to 0500 daily. The most current information regarding the impact of COVID-19 …
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By U.S. Embassy in Podgorica | 19 January, 2021 | Topics: Alert
Demonstration Alert – U.S. Embassy Podgorica, Montenegro (December 28, 2020) Location: Podgorica, Montenegro Event: A protest is scheduled to take place at 1200 today, 28 December 2020 in front of the Parliament Building in Podgorica. The exact number of participants is unknown at this time, but participants will be traveling from other parts of Montenegro to …
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By U.S. Embassy in Podgorica | 28 December, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy in Podgorica, Montenegro November 2, 2021 Location: Worldwide: Event: On October 25, President Biden announced the United States will adopt a global air travel policy. This policy prioritizes public health, protecting U.S. citizens and residents as well as those who come to visit us. Effective November 8 all non-citizen, nonimmigrant (not a U.S. …
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By U.S. Embassy in Podgorica | 23 December, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Health Issues, Travel & Tourism
If you are registered to vote in the State of Georgia or in the 5th Congressional District of Louisiana, we encourage you to participate in the upcoming runoff elections. More information on the runoff elections in Georgia can be found here: https://www.fvap.gov/georgia and in Louisiana here: https://www.fvap.gov/louisiana . Remember U.S. embassies and consulates are not polling places; …
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By U.S. Embassy in Podgorica | 17 November, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Demonstration Alert: U.S. Embassy Podgorica, Montenegro (August 28, 2020) Location: Montenegro Event: Montenegro will hold national parliamentary elections on Sunday, August 30, 2020. Please be aware that the possibility of large crowds and gatherings exists. Keep in mind that even peaceful demonstrations have the potential to become violent. The global COVID-19 pandemic creates additional safety concerns. Actions to Take: • Avoid …
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By U.S. Embassy in Podgorica | 28 August, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Location: Montenegro Event: On June 17, 2020 the U.S. Embassy in Podgorica updated its COVID-19 page, which provides the latest information on the ground in Montenegro on COVID-19 prevention measures, as well as information on local resources. You may access that information here: https://me.usembassy.gov/covid-19-information/ . Please note that the U.S. Embassy is not arranging further repatriation flights; all U.S. citizens …
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By U.S. Embassy in Podgorica | 19 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Health Alert: U.S. Embassy Podgorica, Montenegro (June 5, 2020) Location: Montenegro Event: On June 1, 2020 the U.S. Embassy in Podgorica updated its COVID-19 page, which provides the latest information on the ground in Montenegro as well as information on local resources. You may access that information here: https://me.usembassy.gov/covid-19-information/ . Please note that the U.S. Embassy is not …
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By U.S. Embassy in Podgorica | 5 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Location: Montenegro Event: On May 29, 2020 the U.S. Embassy in Podgorica updated its COVID-19 page, which provides the latest information on the ground in Montenegro as well as information on local resources. You may access that information here: https://me.usembassy.gov/covid-19-information/ . Please note that the U.S. Embassy is not arranging further repatriation flights; all U.S. citizens in …
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By U.S. Embassy in Podgorica | 29 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News, U.S. Embassy in Podgorica
Location: Montenegro Event: The U.S. Embassy in Podgorica updated its COVID-19 page, which provides the latest information on the ground in Montenegro as well as information on local resources. You may access that information here: https://me.usembassy.gov/covid-19-information/ . Please note that the U.S. Embassy is not arranging further repatriation flights; all U.S. citizens in Montenegro should be …
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By U.S. Embassy in Podgorica | 20 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Health Alert: U.S. Embassy Podgorica, Montenegro (May 15, 2020) Location: Montenegro Event: On May 15, 2020 the U.S. Embassy in Podgorica updated its COVID-19 page, which provides the latest information on the ground in Montenegro as well as information on local resources. You may access that information here: https://me.usembassy.gov/covid-19-information/ . Please note that the U.S. Embassy is not arranging …
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By U.S. Embassy in Podgorica | 15 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Health Alert: U.S. Embassy Podgorica, Montenegro (May 8, 2020) Location: Montenegro Event: The U.S. Embassy in Podgorica has a COVID-19 page, which provides the latest information on the ground in Montenegro as well as information on local resources. You may access that information here: https://me.usembassy.gov/covid-19-information/ . Please note that the U.S. Embassy is not arranging further repatriation flights; all …
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By U.S. Embassy in Podgorica | 8 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Health Alert: U.S. Embassy Podgorica, Montenegro (April 30, 2020) Location: Montenegro Event: The U.S. Embassy in Podgorica has updated its COVID-19 page, which provides the latest information on the ground in Montenegro as well as information on local resources. You may access that information here: https://me.usembassy.gov/covid-19-information/ . The U.S. Embassy is not arranging further repatriation flights; all U.S. citizens …
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By U.S. Embassy in Podgorica | 30 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Location: Montenegro Event: The U.S. Embassy in Podgorica has updated its COVID-19 page, which provides the latest information on the ground in Montenegro as well as information on local resources. You may access that information here: https://me.usembassy.gov/covid-19-information/ . The U.S. Embassy is not arranging further repatriation flights; all U.S. citizens in Montenegro should be prepared to …
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By U.S. Embassy in Podgorica | 24 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Location: Montenegro Event: The U.S. Embassy in Podgorica has updated its COVID-19 page, which provides the latest information on the ground in Montenegro as well as information on local resources. You may access that information here: https://me.usembassy.gov/covid-19-information/ . The U.S. Embassy is not arranging repatriation flights; all U.S. citizens in Montenegro should be prepared to shelter …
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By U.S. Embassy in Podgorica | 15 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News, U.S. & Montenegro, U.S. Embassy in Podgorica
Location: Montenegro Event: All 34 passengers for today’s flight have successfully departed Montenegro. The U.S. Embassy is not arranging any further repatriation flights at this time. The U.S. Embassy in Podgorica has also updated its COVID-19 page, which provides the latest information on the ground in Montenegro as well as information on local resources. You may access …
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By U.S. Embassy in Podgorica | 9 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Embassy, News, U.S. & Montenegro
Location: Montenegro Event: Commercial Flight out of Podgorica, Montenegro All passengers for tomorrow’s flight have been notified. The U.S. Embassy will be in touch shortly for instructions regarding transportation to the airport. You will also be responsible for providing your own mask and gloves in order to board the flight. Based on current demand, we expect this will be …
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By U.S. Embassy in Podgorica | 8 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Embassy, News, U.S. & Montenegro, U.S. Embassy in Podgorica
Location: Montenegro Event: Commercial Flight out of Podgorica, Montenegro The U.S. Embassy has arranged for U.S. citizens and green card holders to purchase seats on a chartered flight leaving from Podgorica Airport (TGD) to U.S. destinations via London Heathrow Airport. The departure date is tentatively planned for this Thursday, April 9, 2020. If you have not yet purchased your ticket, …
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By U.S. Embassy in Podgorica | 7 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Embassy, News, U.S. & Montenegro
Location: Montenegro Event: Commercial Flight out of Podgorica, Montenegro The U.S. Embassy has arranged for U.S. citizens and green card holders to purchase seats on a chartered flight leaving from Podgorica Airport (TGD) to U.S. destinations via London Heathrow Airport. The departure date is tentatively planned for this Thursday, April 9, 2020. Ticket purchases are managed by Globtour. If you are …
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By U.S. Embassy in Podgorica | 6 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News, U.S. Embassy in Podgorica
Location: Montenegro Event: The U.S. Embassy in Podgorica exploring options for a charter flight next week, tentatively departing Thursday April 9, 2020 to London. If you are interested in purchasing a ticket for this flight or have any questions, please contact the travel agency, GlobTour, directly at embassy.travel@globtour.ba or at the following phone numbers: +38762 749408 Lejla, 0038762 330826 Arijana …
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By U.S. Embassy in Podgorica | 3 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News, U.S. & Montenegro, U.S. Embassy in Podgorica
Location: Montenegro Event: The U.S. Embassy in Podgorica has coordinated a charter flight, departing Thursday, April 9, 2020 from Podgorica Airport (TGD) to London, via Sarajevo. The carrier is Montenegrin Airlines. The plane is currently scheduled to arrive at London Heathrow Airport on April 9, 2020. If you are interested in purchasing a ticket for this flight, please …
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By U.S. Embassy in Podgorica | 2 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News, U.S. Embassy in Podgorica
Location: Montenegro Event: The U.S. Embassy in Podgorica has updated its COVID-19 page, which provides the latest information on the ground in Montenegro as well as information on local resources. You may access that information here: https://me.usembassy.gov/covid-19-information/ . The United States is not arranging any repatriation flights at this time. Actions to Take: · Visit our Embassy webpage on COVID-19 …
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By U.S. Embassy in Podgorica | 1 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, U.S. Embassy in Podgorica
Location: Montenegro Event: The government of Montenegro has confirmed 105 cases of COVID-19 in the country and has implemented enhanced screening and quarantine measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19. Montenegro has barred admission to foreigners, except for those with permanent or temporary residence in Montenegro. Travelers who have arrived from countries affected by the epidemic and determined by health officials …
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By U.S. Embassy in Podgorica | 17 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Consular Affairs, News
Demonstration Alert – U. S. Embassy Podgorica, Montenegro (December 30, 2019) Location: Montenegro, Podgorica During the upcoming new year’s and Orthodox holidays, demonstrations against a newly enacted religious freedom law may take place at anytime and anywhere in Montenegro without prior announcement. We as a result expect random road closures and a significant police presence …
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By U.S. Embassy in Podgorica | 30 December, 2019 | Topics: Alert
Location: Montenegro, Podgorica Police have closed downtown area for traffic (pedestrians and vehicles) as well as several other streets and boulevards due to organization of protests in front of the Parliament building. This protest has not received authorization in advance from the Montenegrin Police Directorate and there is chance for confrontation. These streets will be …
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By U.S. Embassy in Podgorica | 26 December, 2019 | Topics: Alert
Location: Montenegro, Podgorica A sizable demonstration is scheduled to take place in the downtown area of Podgorica on Monday, September 30, 2019, beginning at 17:00 until midnight. A large group of people is expected to gather in front of State Prosecutor’s Office located at the intersection of Karadjordjeva and Slobode streets. Significant police presence is …
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By U.S. Embassy in Podgorica | 27 September, 2019 | Topics: Alert
Location: Montenegro, Podgorica Event: Two demonstrations are scheduled to take place in Podgorica this weekend. On Saturday March 23rd around 18:00 a sizable group organized by “97000 odupri se” will gather at Independence Square in the downtown area. They will walk along Slobode Street towards the Hilton Hotel, along Boulevard Svetog Petra Cetinjskog, Moskovska Street, …
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By U.S. Embassy in Podgorica | 22 March, 2019 | Topics: Alert
Location: Montenegro, Podgorica Event: A sizable demonstration is scheduled to take place in the downtown area of Podgorica on Saturday, March 02, 2019, beginning at 18:00. A large group of people is expected to gather at Independence Square (Trg Nezavisnosti) in downtown Podgorica, and march along a preplanned route. Road closures and a significant police …
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By U.S. Embassy in Podgorica | 1 March, 2019 | Topics: Alert
Location: Montenegro, Podgorica Event: A sizable demonstration is scheduled to take place in the downtown area of Podgorica on Saturday, February 23, 2019, beginning at 18:00. A large group of people is expected to gather in front of State Prosecutor’s Office located at the intersection of Karadordeva and Slobode streets, march along a preplanned route, …
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By U.S. Embassy in Podgorica | 22 February, 2019 | Topics: Alert
Location: Podgorica, Montenegro Event: There has been an explosion in the downtown area of Podgorica on ul. Novaka Miloseva, between ul. Marka Miljanova and ul. Omladinskih Brigada. Please avoid the area. Actions to Take: Avoid the area. Review your personal security plans. Be aware of your surroundings. Monitor local media for updates. …
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By U.S. Embassy in Podgorica | 3 February, 2019 | Topics: Alert
Location: Montenegro, countrywide Event: During the holiday season, security measures in Montenegro remain heightened due to ongoing threats posed by transnational terrorist organizations and individuals inspired by extremist ideology throughout Europe. Extremists continue to focus on tourist locations, shopping malls, airports, clubs, restaurants, places of worship, transportation hubs, and other soft targets frequented by Westerners. Actions …
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By U.S. Embassy in Podgorica | 4 December, 2018 | Topics: Alert
Demonstration Alert – U. S. Embassy Podgorica, Montenegro (October 24, 2018) Location: Podgorica, Montenegro Event: A political demonstration is expected to occur from 1900 to 2200 on Wednesday, October 24, 2018, in the area near the Parliament building. If this demonstration occurs, a significant police presence can be expected. There are no indications that the …
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By U.S. Embassy in Podgorica | 24 October, 2018 | Topics: Alert | Tags: Alert
Security Alert – U. S. Embassy Podgorica, Montenegro March 29, 2018 Location: Podgorica, Montenegro Event: The U.S. Embassy in Podgorica advises U.S. citizens there has been an apparent explosion in the underground parking of Rimski Trg with one confirmed fatality. There is a large police presence in the area, and U.S. Citizens are advised to …
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By U.S. Embassy in Podgorica | 29 March, 2018 | Topics: Alert
Location: Podgorica, Montenegro Event: The security situation at the U.S. Embassy in Podgorica has been resolved. However, be advised that the roads adjacent to the main Embassy and Consular entrances remain closed as police continue an investigation. The embassy will reopen on Friday, February 23, 2018. The consular section will continue to only be open …
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By U.S. Embassy in Podgorica | 22 February, 2018 | Topics: Alert
Security Alert – U. S. Embassy Podgorica, Montenegro (February 22, 2018) Location: Podgorica, Montenegro Event: The U.S. Embassy in Podgorica advises U.S. citizens there is an active security situation at the U.S. Embassy in Podgorica. Avoid the Embassy until further notice. Actions to Take: Avoid the area around the U.S. Embassy. Monitor local media for …
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By U.S. Embassy in Podgorica | 22 February, 2018 | Topics: Alert