Montenegro's Border Chaos: Tourists Face Hour-Long Delays

Montenegro's Border Crossings Face Criticism Amidst Tourist Season Delays June 1st, 2025 marked the start of peak tourist season in Montenegro, but instead of smooth crossings, many travelers encountered significant delays at border checkpoints. A recent video report by Info🇲🇪 highlights the issue, drawing comparisons to the more efficient border control system in neighboring Serbia. The report points to outdated technology and staff shortages as major contributing factors to the lengthy wait times. "The current system is inefficient," stated Duško Velicković, assistant commander at the Dobrakovo border crossing, in an interview featured in the video. "We are using outdated software, and we are significantly understaffed." The video shows footage of long lines of vehicles waiting to cross the border, with some travelers waiting up to 30 minutes. In contrast, the video shows that crossing the border from Serbia is significantly faster. One traveler interviewed for the video reported crossing in under five minutes. The video suggests that the difference is due to Serbia using electronic document readers and having more personnel at its border crossings. The video concludes by noting Montenegro's aspirations to join the European Union. The report suggests that the modernization of its border crossings is not just a technical issue but also a test of its readiness for EU membership. The video serves as a call to action for improvements to Montenegro's border infrastructure and staffing to better manage the influx of tourists and meet European standards.