1 mission of Montenegro in Latvia: Consulate of Montenegro in Riga, Latvia. Addresses, phones and contacts.
Head of mission: Ms. Helēna Ruduša, Honorary Consul (as of 2026)
Montenegro is an appealing destination for Latvian visitors, thanks to its beautiful Adriatic coastline and picturesque mountains. As a significant player in the global tourism market, it attracts many tourists, contributing greatly to its economy. With around 500,000 Latvians traveling abroad annually, a portion may find Montenegro an interesting choice for their travels.
Montenegro is generally considered safe for tourists, including those from Latvia. It ranks 10th out of 40 European countries for safety while walking alone at night, which is better than Latvia's ranking of 25th. Additionally, the Global Peace Index places Montenegro at 35th out of 160 countries, comparable to Latvia's 30th position. In terms of crime statistics, Montenegro has a lower murder rate of 2.4 per 100,000 people compared to Latvia's 3.0. Female murder rates also favor Montenegro significantly, with 0.6 per 100,000 compared to Latvia's 3.6. However, Montenegro does face challenges with organized crime, scoring higher on the Global Organized Crime Index in several categories compared to Latvia. Despite this, overall, Montenegro is a safe destination for Latvian tourists.