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    Procedure for registering rural households

    Form 1: Application for Rural Households (BLANK)

    Form 1: Application for Rural Households (FILLED)

    Form 2: CTR (BLANK)

    Form 2: CTR (FILLED)

    STEP 1 – Registration of an Agricultural Holding

    To register rural tourism activities, you must first be registered as an agricultural holding. This registration is carried out in regional advisory services. Locations and responsible services for each municipality, along with contact information, can be found on these links:

    The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development registers agricultural holdings in the Register of Agricultural Holdings. Agricultural holdings engaging in agricultural activities and owning agricultural land and/or animals can be entered into the Register.

    Entry into the Register is the first step towards qualifying for incentives from the Agro-budget. Registration is voluntary and free, and can be done throughout the year. Entries and changes to data are made in the regional advisory office responsible for the residence of the head of the agricultural holding or the headquarters of the legal entity. The head of a family agricultural holding or the responsible person in a legal entity must submit the completed forms and accompanying documentation to the competent regional office.

    Documents for Physical Persons – Farmers:

    1. Photocopy of the ID card of the head of the agricultural holding.
    2. Photocopies of ID cards of the household members.
    3. Proof of residence for the head of the agricultural holding.
    4. Proof from the Real Estate Administration – a copy of the property deed/list for all declared parcels.
    5. If the head is not the owner of the land with full rights, certified agreements/consents for land use from all co-owners must be provided.
    6. Proof of an open bank account (photocopy of the bank card).
    7. Proof of the number of animals from the Veterinary Administration database in the name of the head of the holding, if the holding has animals.

    Documents for Legal Entities:

    1. Photocopy of the ID card of the responsible person.
    2. Excerpt from the Central Registry of Business Entities not older than 6 months.
    3. Proof from the Real Estate Administration – a copy of the property deed/list for all declared parcels.
    4. If the head (legal entity) is not the owner of the land with full rights, certified agreements/consents for land use from all co-owners must be provided.
    5. Proof of an open bank account.
    6. Proof/declaration of the number of employees.
    7. Photocopy of the deposited signature card.
    8. Proof of the number of animals from the Veterinary Administration database in the name of the holding (legal entity).

    STEP 2 – Registration of Rural Tourism Activities

    To perform rural tourism activities, an approval for providing hospitality services in the form of a rural household is required.

    The Ministry of Sustainable Development and Tourism is responsible for issuing these approvals and has prescribed the conditions for issuance, which can be found on their website. Here is the text of those conditions:

    Conditions for Issuing Approval for Hospitality Services – Rural Household:

    1. If the services are provided by a business entity, another legal entity, or an entrepreneur, proof of registration (excerpt from the CRPS) is required.
    2. Proof of registration of the business entity, other legal entity, entrepreneur, or physical person in the Register of Agricultural Holdings.
    3. To prove ownership or usage rights of the hospitality facility:
      • For individuals: proof of ownership/co-ownership of the facility – public document (excerpt from the property deed) or usage rights – confirmation from the local government or community proving usage rights.
      • For business entities, other legal entities, or entrepreneurs: excerpt from the property deed and a legal document (certified agreement, etc.) if it concerns the use or management of the hospitality facility.
    4. Proof of meeting staff requirements (manager of the hospitality facility):
      • Full-time employment contract.
      • Proof of at least the fourth level of qualifications under the national qualification framework.
    5. Completed application for entry into the Central Tourist Register (CTR).
    6. Proof of payment of 2 euros for the application fee to the ministry’s account no. 832-31614150-79.
    7. Meeting the minimum technical requirements regarding space, devices, and equipment in the hospitality facility verified by an authorized ministry representative according to the Rulebook on Minimum Technical Conditions, conditions for categorization, and the manner of categorization of facilities providing services in rural households.

    Additional Requirements:

    Hospitality facilities must also meet other conditions prescribed by special regulations (food safety, occupational safety, etc.). Compliance with these conditions is verified by the relevant inspection authorities.

    Hospitality services in rural households can be provided by business entities, other legal entities, entrepreneurs, or individuals (domestic or foreign) who own/co-own the facility/land, with a maximum of 10 accommodation units – 20 beds.

    Within the rural household hospitality facility, individuals can also organize and provide campsite services for a maximum of 15 accommodation units or 30 people simultaneously, in accordance with the Rulebook on Classification, Minimum Technical Conditions, and Categorization of Campsites.

    Additionally, the application must include the contact phone number of the person who will accompany the verification of the minimum technical conditions in terms of space, devices, and equipment.

    For further information, contact the authorized ministry official for administrative procedures at 020/446-262 and 067-263-578.

    Process for Individuals:

    1. Fill out the application for approval of hospitality services – rural household (Form 1).
    2. Attach a copy of the registration decision of the agricultural holding.
    3. Attach a copy of the ownership/usage rights proof of the facility – public document (excerpt from the property deed) or usage rights confirmation from the local government or community.
    4. Complete the application for entry into the Central Tourist Register and attach it (Form 2).
    5. Pay the fee of 2 euros to the ministry’s account no. 832-31614150-79 and attach a copy of the payment slip.
    6. Send this documentation in an envelope via registered mail to:Ministry of Sustainable Development and Tourism Directorate for Monitoring Tourism Trends and Tourist Traffic – Directorate for Administrative Procedures – IV Proleterske brigade br. 19, 81000 Podgorica

    If unsure how to fill out Forms 1 and 2, find examples of filled forms for a fictitious person here.

    After submitting your application, the responsible ministry official will visit your household to check if you meet the conditions for approval issuance. Ensure that the facility is in good condition before the visit. Common reasons for non-approval include:

    • Unfinished floors, with only a carpet covering the concrete slab.
    • Unpainted rooms with stains on the walls.
    • Inadequate or non-existent bathroom facilities.

    Please share your experiences during the visit and any reasons for non-approval to help inform other association members.

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