1 mission of Israel in Montenegro: Consulate of Israel in Podgorica, Montenegro. Addresses, phones and contacts.
Head of mission: Mr. Miloš Komnenić, Honorary Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Montenegro, 20 Nov 2024)
Israel offers a dynamic and diverse tourism landscape that appeals to a segment of Montenegro's population of approximately 1 million. While it may not rank high in overall tourist arrivals, its unique niche offerings can attract specific groups from Montenegro, contributing positively to the local economy through tourism revenue.
Israel's safety for tourists from Montenegro can be assessed through various metrics. While Montenegro ranks 10th among 40 European countries for safety when walking alone at night, there is no comparable data for Israel. According to the Global Peace Index, Israel is ranked 152nd out of 160 countries, indicating a lower safety level compared to Montenegro, which ranks 35th. In terms of murder rates, Montenegro has a rate of 2.4 per 100,000 people, while Israel's rate is slightly lower at 1.9. Both countries have the same female murder rate of 0.6. The Global Organized Crime Index shows that Montenegro generally has higher indices for organized crime compared to Israel. For instance, Montenegro scores 7.5 for mafia groups and 7.0 for crime networks, while Israel scores 5.5 and 4.0, respectively. Overall, while Israel has lower murder rates, it ranks lower in global peace and has higher organized crime indices compared to Montenegro. Tourists should exercise caution and stay informed about local conditions when visiting Israel.