The Ministry of Spatial Planning, Urbanism and State Property has released the latest orthophoto imagery of Montenegro for 2025, produced using advanced satellite and aerial photogrammetry technology. The imagery is publicly available on the official portal:
👉 https://ortofoto2025.gov.me/
This digital model offers the most accurate and detailed overview of Montenegro’s territory to date, bringing significant improvements in image clarity, resolution, and analytical capabilities. The Ministry announced that the highest-resolution layers for all municipalities will be fully accessible early next week, while state institutions already have access to 3D models that enable advanced spatial analysis.
Why is the 2025 orthophoto important for the real estate market?
Until this imagery was published, cadastral offices and municipalities could not fully process legalization requests. The Law on Legalization requires that any structure must be visible on the current official orthophoto in order to be considered for legalization.
With the release of the new 2025 dataset:
- the legalization process becomes faster and more efficient
- legal certainty for property owners and buyers is significantly improved
- the actual condition of parcels and buildings is easier to verify
- trust in real estate transactions and investment decisions increases
For all market participants — buyers, sellers, appraisers, developers, and investors — this dataset represents a highly valuable and reliable source of information.
What does the new interactive map offer?
The redesigned digital platform enables fast and intuitive navigation:
✓ high-resolution orthophoto imagery
✓ parcel search by number or location
✓ borders of cadastral municipalities and local government units
✓ overview of existing buildings and infrastructure
✓ comparison of terrain features, slopes, and elevation
✓ simple control over visibility of various map layers
The interface is optimized for both mobile and desktop devices, making it useful for professionals and everyday users.
Vertical vs. oblique orthophoto – what’s the difference?
The 2025 dataset includes two types of imagery:
• Vertical orthophoto
– camera positioned directly above the ground
– ideal for precise measurements, planning, and cadastral work
– uniform and distortion-free representation
• Oblique orthophoto
– camera angled to capture perspective
– offers a realistic visual impression of buildings and terrain
– especially useful for marketing, urban design, and visual analysis
Using both perspectives provides the most comprehensive view of the landscape.
A new level of transparency
With the release of the 2025 orthophoto, Montenegro enters a phase of greater accessibility to spatial data. This brings:
- clearer and more accurate land boundaries
- easier documentation checks before purchasing property
- more secure decision-making for investors
- increased transparency in real estate transactions
Looking to buy or sell property?
Our team closely follows all developments in legislation and spatial planning. If you wish to check your parcel on the new orthophoto, prepare legalization documentation, or buy/sell real estate — contact us for fast, accurate, and professional assistance.
