Monaco Visa: Requirements, Types, Fees & How to Apply
Start your applicationIt depends on your passport. Monaco became administratively connected to the Schengen region as part of the Convention of Good Neighborly Relations in 1963, although not having legally joined the Schengen Agreement. As a result, the visa requirements for Monaco follow the same standards as those for the Schengen area. The Schengen visa procedure is followed by Monaco, therefore visitors do not need a separate short-term visa for Monaco. A France Schengen Visa is required for any visitors planning on staying in Monaco for less than 90 days, whether for tourism, visiting family and friends, doing business, participating in an exchange program, working temporarily, or any other non-permanent purpose. A visa does not guarantee entry — border officials make the final determination at the port of entry.
Monaco visa at a glance
- Government fee
- EUR 90 adult / EUR 45 child 6-12 — passed through at cost, no markup
- Official processing
- Varies — confirm with the French consulate
- Validity / stay
- Up to 90 days within 180 days
- Visa types
- 3
Do you need a visa for Monaco?
Fortunately, visitors from a number of countries do not need a visa to visit Monaco for up to 90 days. A resident permit issued by the Monaco embassy is required for stays of more than three months.
Monaco visa types
- France Schengen Visa
- Tourism, business, family visits, exchange programs, temporary work — Up to 90 days within 180 days
- France Long-term National Visa
- Extended stays for tourism, personal purposes, professional activities, education, family reunification — Varies
- Visa-free entry
- Short stays for visa-exempt nationalities — Up to 90 days within a 180-days period
Who is eligible
Whether you need a visa for Monaco depends on your nationality:
Your legal residence also matters. Apply through the embassy or visa authority responsible for your country of residence.
Visa-exempt nationalities can enter Monaco visa-free for up to 90 days within a 180-days period.
Non-visa-exempt visitors need a France Schengen Visa for stays under 90 days.
Long-stay visitors must apply for a France Long-term National Visa.
Documents required for a Monaco visa
What the consulate expects in your file. The controlling checklist is always the one published for your country of residence.
- Valid passportFrance Schengen Visa · issued within the last 10 years, valid for at least 3 months beyond your intended departure from the Schengen Area, with at least 2 blank pages.
- Completed and signed Schengen visa application formFrance Schengen Visa · Completed and signed Schengen visa application form.
- Recent passport photoFrance Schengen Visa · Recent passport photo.
- Proof of travel itineraryFrance Schengen Visa · Proof of travel itinerary.
- Proof of accommodation in Monaco or FranceFrance Schengen Visa · Proof of accommodation in Monaco or France.
- Proof of financial meansFrance Schengen Visa · Proof of financial means.
- Travel medical insurance with minimum coverage of EUR 30,000France Schengen Visa · Travel medical insurance with minimum coverage of EUR 30,000.
- Valid passportFrance Long-term National Visa · 6+ months validity, 2+ blank pages.
- Completed and signed visa application formFrance Long-term National Visa · Completed and signed visa application form.
- Recent passport photoFrance Long-term National Visa · Recent passport photo.
- Supporting documents tailored to your specific situation (employment contract, enrollment letter, family reunification proof, etc.)France Long-term National Visa · Supporting documents tailored to your specific situation (employment contract, enrollment letter, family reunification proof, etc.).
- Proof of accommodation in Monaco or FranceFrance Long-term National Visa · Proof of accommodation in Monaco or France.
- Valid passportVisa-free entry · must be valid for at least six months after they leave the nation.
- A blank white page at the end of the passport is required so that entrance and exit stamps may be placed there for verification reasonsVisa-free entry · A blank white page at the end of the passport is required so that entrance and exit stamps may be placed there for verification reasons.
- Copies of plane tickets to and from Monaco, as well as hotel reservations and further travel plans, will be requiredVisa-free entry · Copies of plane tickets to and from Monaco, as well as hotel reservations and further travel plans, will be required.
Monaco visa fees and processing time
- Government fee
- EUR 90 adult / EUR 45 child 6-12 — passed through at cost, no markup
- Expedify processing fee
- Shown before you start
- Validity / stay
- Up to 90 days within 180 days
- Official processing
- Varies — confirm with the French consulate
Government fees are passed through at cost. Processing times are the authority's official estimate, stated as a fact — not a delivery promise.
How to apply for a Monaco visa
The official route, step by step.
Confirm you need a visa
Check whether your nationality is visa-exempt. If you are exempt, you do not need a visa for stays up to 90 days within a 180-days period.
Get the current form and checklist from the French consulate responsible for your country of residence. Requirements differ by country
use their list, not a generic one.
Gather your documents
see the checklist in Required documents for a Monaco visa above.
Submit your application
in person at the French consulate or authorized visa application center. Pay the government visa fee.
Wait for processing
official processing varies. Apply at least 7–10 days before travel. Don't book non-refundable flights until approved.
Collect your passport when a decision is made and a visa is issued
Collect your passport when a decision is made and a visa is issued.
Applying yourself vs. with Expedify
The authority decides your visa either way. The difference is how much of the process you carry.
Research
- Apply yourself
- Check Monaco's requirements yourself
- With Expedify
- We confirm what you need for your route
Document check
- Apply yourself
- Common errors cause refusals
- With Expedify
- Pre-reviewed before submission
Appointments
- Apply yourself
- You book and attend yourself
- With Expedify
- We prepare your application and guide you
Status tracking
- Apply yourself
- You check the consulate portal
- With Expedify
- We track and notify you at every step
Government fee
- Apply yourself
- Same
- With Expedify
- Same — passed through at cost, no markup
At the border: what to expect
A visa lets you present yourself for entry — it does not guarantee admission. Entry into Monaco is decided by immigration officials at the port of entry.
Entry requirements
- Valid passport — valid for at least six months after departure, with a blank white page for stamps.
- Return or onward travel ticket.
- Proof of accommodation and itinerary.
- Evidence of sufficient funds for your stay.
- Visa or Schengen visa where required.
Conditions of stay
- Stay length is set by the officer at entry — it can be less than your visa's maximum.
- A tourist visa is not a work permit — no employment.
- No full-time study on a tourist visa.
- Depart before your permitted stay ends; overstaying is an immigration violation.
- Individuals without proper documentation may be denied entry or expelled from Monaco.
Common reasons a Monaco visa is refused
Knowing these before you apply reduces your risk.
Incomplete or inconsistent documentation
documents that don't match your application form.
Insufficient financial means
evidence that doesn't clearly cover your trip.
Unclear travel purpose
an itinerary that doesn't explain where you're going and why.
Weak ties to your home country
limited evidence you'll return after your stay.
Frequently asked questions
Monaco visa questions, answered.
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About this service
Expedify is a private application-assistance service, not a government agency, embassy, or consulate. Visas are granted solely by the destination country's authorities, and no third party can influence or guarantee a decision. Our agency fee covers preparation, review, and tracking of your application, and is separate from any consular fee. The information on this page is general guidance, not legal or immigration advice — requirements change and vary by nationality. Always confirm with the official embassy or consulate of the country you're visiting.