Country driving guide

Driving rules in Montenegro

A practical summary of the main rules that may differ when you cross the border. The values below come from the official source linked on this page — the standardized Your Europe country page or the national law or authority.

Source-backed

Typical passenger-car speed limits

Built-up areas: 50 km/h
Outside built-up areas: 80 km/h
Motorways / expressways: 100 / 130 km/h

130 km/h on motorways, 100 km/h on roads reserved for motor vehicles, 80 km/h on other roads; urban signs may allow up to 80 km/h.

Blood alcohol limits

Standard drivers: 0.3 mg/ml
Novice drivers: Not stated in the standardized source
Professional drivers: Not stated in the standardized source

Lights, winter rules and equipment

Daytime lights: Mandatory all day
Winter tyres / equipment: Mandatory on specified dates or when winter conditions apply Winter equipment must be carried 15 November – 30 March and used whenever snow or ice is on the road.
Mandatory equipment: warning triangle, reflective vest

Checks that depend on the route

Low-emission zones: Check the current national or local official source
Fines and enforcement: Check the current national or local official source
Emergency number: 112

This is a planning summary, not legal advice. Road signs and current national rules take priority. Always check the linked official source before departure.