As of the beginning of 2023, the activity of Russian-speaking property buyers in various foreign countries has more than doubled compared to activity levels at the beginning of 2022.
The authorities of Turkey and Georgia reported a record number of real estate deals concluded by Russians in these countries during the 12 and 9 months of 2022, respectively. The high activity of buyers from Russia was noted by official sources from Thailand and Spain based on the data on registration of ownership rights in 2022.
For Russians, Canada and the US are the top destinations to immigrate to in 2021. At the same time, Russian citizens would prefer to own real estate in Turkey or Spain and to retire in Germany
In 2019, the government of Montenegro launched a citizenship by investment programme in order to increase the economic activity of foreign investors. The programme was intended to last 3 years and already closes this year. Foreigners have time to apply until December 31 but we advise you to do it as soon as you can.
Closed borders and lockdowns have made it nearly impossible to buy and sell international real estate as before the coronavirus pandemic. Nevertheless, the sales team of real estate brokerage Tranio found a way to fulfil their plan and carry out cross-border real estate transactions remotely.
Tranio reviews residence permit in Montenegro, the ways to get it and all of the requirements.
Taxes in Montenegro are relatively low. Individuals pay income tax at 11% if their monthly income is above average (about €750 a month) and at 9% if it falls below. Such rates apply to both residents and non-residents.
Real estate maintenance costs in Montenegro are rather low for Europe. For example, the owner of a two-bedroom apartment in a modern residential complex who lives there from May to October would only pay about €1,500 per year to maintain the property.
Montenegro, the little explored ‘gem of the Adriatic’, has ancient cities and bays nestled in the coastal folds of its majestic mountains. With reasonable prices and many locations to choose from, there’s property in Montenegro for everyone.
It is relatively difficult for foreign nationals to obtain real estate loans in Montenegro. Erste Bank is the only bank that works with foreign buyers; however, it only grants loans to foreigners who have residence permits.
Montenegro is popular among tourists for its natural beauty, historic sites and ancient cities of Kotor, Herceg Novi and Tivat. Tranio reviews real estate prices and sought after destinations.
In Europe, no law prohibits foreign citizens from buying property but certain countries have put limitations on this right.
To obtain a Montenegrin passport, investors must buy local property for €250,000 in the north of the country or €450,000 in the south and put €100,000 into a special fund for national development.
Studying in Montenegro has the advantage of low tuition fees, low competition to get in along with diplomas recognised in Europe.
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