Embassy of Montenegro in Baku, Azerbaijan; address I. Gutgashınlı str. 492, 1006, Baku; phone +99421480906. Head of mission: Mr. Perisha Kastratovich. Plus…
Head of mission: Mr. Perisha Kastratovich, Ambassador (as of 2021)
Head of mission: Mr. Namig Vugar Aliyev, Honorary Consul (as listed in the diplomatic list of Montenegro, 4 Dec 2024)
Montenegro is an appealing destination for some Azerbaijani visitors, thanks to its beautiful Adriatic coastline and mountainous landscapes. With around 1 million Azerbaijanis traveling abroad annually, a portion may find Montenegro attractive for its tourism offerings, which significantly contribute to the country's economy.
Montenegro is generally considered a safe destination for tourists, including those from Azerbaijan. It ranks 10th among 40 European countries for safety while walking alone at night. According to the Global Peace Index, Montenegro is ranked 35th out of 160 countries, indicating a relatively high level of safety compared to Azerbaijan, which ranks 104th. In terms of crime statistics, Montenegro has a murder rate of 2.4 per 100,000 people, slightly higher than Azerbaijan's rate of 1.9. However, Montenegro has a lower rate of female murders (0.6) compared to Azerbaijan (1.3). Regarding organized crime, both countries have similar indices, but Montenegro generally scores higher in areas like mafia presence and crime networks. For example, Montenegro scores 7.5 for mafia groups and 7.0 for crime networks, while Azerbaijan scores 5.5 in both categories. Overall, while both countries face challenges related to crime, Montenegro is perceived as a safer option for tourists compared to Azerbaijan.