Budva: clearing in by boat
Port of entry of Montenegro.
Check with the authorities before you leave (last checked on 28 October 2026).
Services
Clearing out possible here
- VHF
- 16
Good to know
Seasonal crossing (1 May to 30 October), passengers only (agent website).
Offices to visit
In the usual order of the formalities. Addresses can change: ask the harbour office when you arrive.
Quai des douanes de la marina de Budva (police aux frontières, douane, capitainerie)
ImmigrationCustomsHarbour office
Dukley Marina, Old Town Budva, 85310 Budva
Opening hours : Poste saisonnier : 1er mai-30 octobre (gouvernement) ; noonsite : 1er mai-1er octobre, 8h-22h
Customs quay to port as you enter the marina, one boat at a time; see police, customs, then harbour master before taking a berth. Out of season, enter via Bar, Kotor or Zelenika.
DirectionsDukley Marina Budva — bureau de la marina
Harbour office
Old Town Budva, 85310 Budva
VHF : 8
Contact the marina (VHF 8, phone or email) before arrival; you may not berth until cleared in.
Directions
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Sources
This information is gathered from public sources and sailors’ experience. It does not replace the country’s authorities, whose word is final: check before you leave.