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Montenegrin regulatory enforcement and inspections

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2026-08-25 10:37 UTC → 2026-08-28 09:51 UTC · added removed

Montenegrin authorities have implemented intensified inspection and enforcement measures across various sectors during the peak season. In mid-August, maritime inspectors in Kotor and Bar conducted 124 controls, resulting in 48,600 euros in fines and the temporary seizure of 16 vessels. The Ministry of Maritime Affairs noted these actions targeted offenses such as speeding near swimmers and operating without proper documentation to prevent accidents. Specifically, in the Kotor jurisdiction, 88 checks led to 38,000 euros in fines and four boat seizures, while 36 controls in Bar resulted in 10,600 euros in fines and the seizure of 12 jet skis. Fiscal enforcement has also seen significant activity. expanded significantly. Between May 1 and August 24, the Tax Administration conducted 2,628 inspections nationwide to combat the informal economy. These audits identified 504 irregularities, including failure to record goods, non-payment of taxes, and unregistered employees. This resulted employees, resulting in 743 misdemeanor warrants and approximately 2.5 million euros in fines. Of these, 307 offenders paid half the fine within eight days, collecting 704,550 euros, while 61 taxpayers faced temporary business bans. In Herceg Novi, intensified inspections between July 1 and August 22 yielded approximately 660,000 euros in fines. Authorities expressed concern regarding fines, with officials warning against the use of dual software to bypass fiscalization, warning fiscalization. By late August, the scope of enforcement grew to include over 11,000 inspections conducted between July 2 and August 22. Milutin Butorović, the Minister without Portfolio and coordinator of all inspection services, reported that serious violations, such as failing approximately 110 inspectors were deployed to issue combat the shadow economy, specifically regarding fiscal receipts, could lead to facility closures for up to 90 days. permits, and employee rights. These broader operations resulted in over 9,700 misdemeanor warrants totaling 6.8 million euros. Notable enforcement actions included a raid in Kotor where goods worth approximately 100,000 euros lacked proper markings, and a joint operation with police and customs that uncovered three warehouses containing nearly 5,000 items valued at roughly two million euros. Monitoring has also been intensified in northern regions, including Žabljak and Kolašin.

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  1. 2026-08-28 09:51 UTC Montenegrin regulatory enforcement and inspections
  2. 2026-08-25 10:37 UTC Montenegrin regulatory enforcement and inspections
  3. 2026-08-24 15:32 UTC Montenegrin regulatory enforcement and inspections

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