If you are looking for a Montenegro fishing licence, you have probably noticed that the process is not simple.
Kotor Fisherman is not a government office. This is a private assistance service that helps tourists obtain a legal fishing licence through authorized local fishing clubs as defined by the official Law on Marine Fisheries and Mariculture (Montenegro).
To help tourists avoid confusion, delays, and language barriers, I provide a fishing licence assistance service.
How Fishing Licences Are Issued in Montenegro
In Montenegro Fishing licences are:
- printed as physical (hard copy) documents
- valid only for the selected period
- required to be carried while fishing
- checked by inspectors on the water or shore
There is no digital or PDF version accepted.
Because of this, every licence must be:
- requested in advance
- issued by an authorized club
- collected as an original document
Montenegro Fishing Licence Assistance Service (Kotor, Bar & Budva Area)
To help tourists avoid confusion and unnecessary delays, I provide a paid fishing licence assistance service.
⚠️ Important:
This is not an official government service.
It is a concierge-style assistance service that helps tourists obtain a valid fishing licence through legal local channels.
How the Service Works
- You submit a licence request using the contact form
- I confirm availability and pricing
- Payment is made in advance via Wise invoice
(Wise or bank transfer) - The licence is requested and issued by an authorized fishing club
- You collect the original fishing licence at a fixed pickup location
Pickup Location
At the moment, licence pickup is available in the Kotor, Bar, Budva and Ulcinj area.
Pickup details (location and time window) are provided after payment confirmation and can be adjusted to suit the customer’s needs, provided arrangements are made in advance.
Payment & Important Notes
- Payment is required in advance
- Fishing licences are issued individually
- Once a licence request is submitted, payments are non-refundable
- This service is intended for visitors who want a simple and reliable solution
Important note for Budva area requests:
For fishing licences issued through the Budva fishing club, a clear photo or copy of a passport may be required before the licence can be prepared, along with your residential address in your country of origin.
Your document will be used only for the purpose of preparing and issuing your fishing licence and may be forwarded to the authorized local fishing club responsible for issuing the permit.
Pricing & Licence Request
Fishing licence prices in Montenegro are defined by law.
In addition to the official licence fee, this service includes a fixed assistance fee. This service is useful if you do not speak the local language, do not know which club to contact, need a physical licence, or want to avoid wasting vacation time visiting offices.
Available Licence Durations:
5-day fishing licence
- Official licence fee: 10 €
- Assistance service fee: 20 €
- Total: 30 €
10-day fishing licence
- Official licence fee: 15 €
- Assistance service fee: 20 €
- Total: 35 €
30-day fishing licence
- Official licence fee: 30 €
- Assistance service fee: 20 €
- Total: 50 €
Spearfishing licence (fishing licence included) – expires at the end of current year
- Official licence fee: 60 €
- Assistance service fee: 20 €
- Total: 80 €
The assistance fee covers licence request coordination, communication with the local fishing club, preparation and verification of documents, and organized pickup of the original licence.
If you need help obtaining a legal fishing licence in Montenegro and want to avoid confusion, you can submit a request using the contact form below. It is recommended to send your request a few days in advance, especially during the tourist season.
⭐ What Visiting Anglers Say
I was visiting Montenegro for a couple of weeks and wanted to sort a licence to enable me to sea fish for bass, leerfish and other species. Having done some research online I found Mario and his website. I contacted him and he explained the process for obtaining a licence clearly and confirmed I’;d need to transfer money in advance for the licence to be ready on arrival for me. I’m normally a bit anxious about transferring money to someone I’ve never met before but having read through Mario’s website and exchanged messages with him I was very confident everything would go without a hitch and it all worked out perfectly. My licence was waiting for me in the tackle shop a week before I arrived, so I was able to collect it the same day I arrived in Montenegro. Mario’s communication and service was first class throughout – he kept me updated on progress, sent me a picture of the licence when it was ready and also made sure he was contactable in case there were any issues on collection (there weren’t everything worked perfectly). Mario made the process of securing a licence seamless and far more straightforward than it would otherwise have been, he provided a top level of service at a very reasonable price and I’ll definitely be using his service again next time I visit Montenegro – highly recommended for anyone visiting Montenegro who wants to secure a sea fishing licence in advance. Many thanks for all your help Mario and tight lines!
Mario was super helpful getting me a fishing license during my stay in Kotor.
Hat alles super funktioniert
The service was very good. I had the license for spearfishing 2-3 hours after i first contacted Mario.
The Kotor Fisherman fishing license assistance service is a top Service and a comfortable way to get a fishing licence in the area. Everything worked out great and we got our permissions just in time! Thanks a lot Mario – Hans-Peter
Reviews are submitted by tourists who used the Kotor Fisherman fishing licence assistance service.
If you prefer to obtain a fishing licence on your own, you can also read this detailed guide explaining the official process, rules, and requirements for tourists:
Fishing in Montenegro – Licences, Rules & Tips for Tourists
This option may require visiting local offices and handling the process independently.
🔒 Final Transparency Note
There is currently no official Montenegro fishing licence system.
This page exists to explain the situation honestly and offer practical assistance where possible.
If you are planning to fish from the shore while staying in the Boka Bay area, you may also find this guide useful:
Shore Fishing in Boka Bay – Best Techniques and Tips for Success
This article focuses on practical shore fishing techniques, locations, and tips for visitors fishing without a boat.
Explore the rest of our sea fishing guides and join the Kotor Fisherman community for more in-depth advice and real-world fishing experience.
