Low riskEurope · Southern EuropeMontenegro Travel Health Guide
Low risk
Montenegro carries a CDC Level 1 travel health notice. No malaria risk. Key travel vaccines: COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B.
Overall risk
Low risk
Malaria
None
Best time to visit
Year-round
Recommended vaccines
Routine Vaccines
Make sure all your routine vaccines are up to date, including chickenpox, tetanus, flu, MMR, polio, and shingles vaccines.
COVID-19
Stay up to date with your COVID-19 vaccines before traveling.
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis A vaccine is recommended for all travelers to Montenegro age 1 and older. Special dosing may be needed for infants, older adults, or those with health conditions.
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B vaccine is recommended for all unvaccinated travelers to Montenegro regardless of age.
Measles
Measles cases are rising worldwide. Make sure you're fully vaccinated with MMR vaccine at least 2 weeks before travel. Infants 6-11 months need a special early dose.
Rabies
Rabies risk is low in Montenegro as infected dogs are uncommon, but the virus exists in some wildlife. Pre-exposure vaccination may be recommended for high-risk activities or if you might have trouble getting treatment quickly.
Yellow Fever
Yellow fever vaccine is not recommended and not required for entry to Montenegro.
Disease risks
Emergency numbers
Police
122
Medical / Ambulance
124
Fire
123
Tourist Police
19807
U.S. Embassy
+382-20-410-500
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Build my Trip KitSources: CDC Travelers' Health · WHO International Travel and Health. Last updated 2026-07-31. Health conditions and entry rules change — verify with the CDC, WHO and your destination’s authorities before travel. This page is informational and not a substitute for advice from a travel-medicine provider.