Emergency Numbers & Access
Clinical Centre of Montenegro in Podgorica is the main hospital. Coastal tourist areas have basic emergency facilities in summer.
Response time: 15-30 minutes
Cost: €30-200+ at public; €50-400+ private
Healthcare System
Montenegro has a public healthcare system that is functional but under-resourced compared to EU standards. Private clinics in Podgorica and coastal towns offer better service. Serious cases may require transfer to Serbia or further afield.
Designed for: Residents; tourists use private clinics
GP Access & Costs
Walk-in at private clinics; cash payment
Typical wait: Same-day at private clinics
Availability: Good in Podgorica and coast; limited inland/mountains
GP Visit
€20-50 private
Private GP
€20-50
ER Without Insurance
€50-500+
Medication
Medications affordable. Pharmacies available in towns. Limited stock in remote areas.
Pharmacy & Medication
Hours: Mon-Sat 8am-8pm; limited Sunday hours
OTC: Basic range available
Controlled substances: Carry prescriptions for all medications.
Practical Tips
- Private clinics in Budva, Kotor, and Podgorica are best for tourist care
- Ensure hotel registers you with police — required by law
- Carry travel insurance — public system may not cover foreigners fully
- For serious conditions, medical transfer to Belgrade or EU may be needed
- Coastal pharmacies are well-stocked during tourist season
Who can get care in Montenegro?
Emergency care for anyone
Emergency departments in Montenegro treat everyone regardless of residency or insurance status. Charges can still apply afterwards.
Public system for visitors
The public system does not cover visitors, so care is paid privately or through insurance.
Seeing a Doctor as a visitor
Walk-in at private clinics; cash payment Typical cost: €20-50 private Typical wait: Same-day at private clinics
Insurance needed for entry or visa
Not a formal entry requirement, but medical cover is strongly recommended. Emergency care without cover: €50-500+.
Documents worth having ready
- Passport
- Travel insurance
- Registration with local police within 24h
Local contacts in Montenegro
Emergency services
124 / 112
Clinical Centre of Montenegro in Podgorica is the main hospital. Coastal tourist areas have basic emergency facilities in summer.
Pharmacies
Mon-Sat 8am-8pm; limited Sunday hours
Basic range available
What is the emergency number in Montenegro?
124 or 112 in Montenegro. Clinical Centre of Montenegro in Podgorica is the main hospital. Coastal tourist areas have basic emergency facilities in summer.
How much does a Doctor visit cost in Montenegro?
€20-50 private Private consultations: €20-50.
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Sources: Montenegro Ministry of Health, WHO Montenegro, CDC Travelers Health 2024
Last reviewed: March 2026 by ViscaCare
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