Archive · 27 Oct 2025
Montenegro Suspends Visas for Turks After Weekend Violence
In Podgorica, Montenegro, a man was stabbed by Turkish citizens.
In response, some locals damaged Turkish-owned property.
Police detained dozens of Turkish and Azerbaijani nationals.
The government has temporarily suspended visa-free travel for Turkish citizens and will expedite visa procedures.
The President has called for calm, emphasizing the need to avoid collective blame.
Turkey is requesting its citizens' safety be ensured.
Discussions are ongoing to address visa arrangements.
Around 14,000 Turkish citizens reside in Montenegro.
A Montenegrin man was stabbed by Turkish citizens in Podgorica.
Police detained dozens of Turkish and Azerbaijani nationals.
Vehicles with Turkish plates were vandalized in retaliation.
Montenegro temporarily suspended its visa-free regime for Turkish nationals.
Turkish Foreign Minister requested authorities ensure the safety of Turkish citizens.
- Who
- Montenegrin authorities and Turkish citizens.
- What
- Suspension of visa-free travel and detentions following a stabbing and retaliatory actions.
- When
- Weekend of violence; visa suspension announced on Monday.
- Where
- Podgorica, Montenegro.
- Why
- Stabbing incident and subsequent violence.
President's View
Turkish Foreign Ministry's View
Response to Violence
President's View
Avoid collective guilt or stigmatization.
Turkish Foreign Ministry's View
Ensure the safety and rights of Turkish citizens.
- Incident
- Stabbing of a Montenegrin man by Turkish citizens
- Detainees
- Dozens of Turkish and Azerbaijani nationals
- Deportations
- 8 individuals ordered to be deported
- Visa Policy Change
- Temporary suspension of visa-free regime for Turkish nationals
- Turkish Citizens in Montenegro
- Approximately 14,000