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Everything You Need To Know About A Monaco Visa

monaco-visa-image All matters related to entry, immigration, and customs in Monaco are handled by the French government. Now, if you own a British citizen passport, you do not need a visa to travel to Monaco. You can stay in the nation under the visa-exemption facility for a maximum period of up to 3 months.

In order to be granted a visa-free entry into Monaco, you need to present the following documents after you arrive in the country:

A valid passport that is not older than 10 years and holds a minimum validity of 6 months from the arrival date in Monaco
Proof of accommodation in the form of paid hotel bookings or a certificate, specifying that the traveler is staying with a relative in Monaco
Sufficient financial means, which can be presented in the form of bank statements or traveler cheques. The amounts are: 65 euros per day (after submission of a hotel booking), 120 euros per day (in case, you have not done a hotel booking), and €32.50 per day (if staying with a host in Monaco)
Return or onward tickets
Proof of purpose of the trip
Proof of documents to the next country in case the traveler is transiting via Monaco
However, if you belong to the following categories of travelers, you do not need to present supporting documents at the border.
Holders of a valid French/Monaco residence permit, a movement document for foreign minors (DCEM) or a French/Monaco identity certificate (TIR)
Spouses of French/Monaco nationals
Holders of a long-stay visa that states: “residence permit must be applied for upon arrival in France/Monaco”
Members of diplomatic missions, consular posts, parliament, foreign public services, and intergovernmental organisations

Visa requirements for foreigners traveling to Monaco

It is true that British citizens don’t need a visa to enter Monaco since the UK is a part of the European Union. However, if you are a foreigner residing in the United Kingdom, you might need a visa to visit Monaco.

Please check this list to know if you need to obtain a visa in advance from the French embassy if you plan to travel to Monaco.

Now, if you do need a visa, the process of applying for one is pretty simple. All you need to do is first decide the visa you need, depending on your purpose of visit. Fill the application form, attach it to the required documents, pay the required visa fee, fix an appointment with the consulate, and then attend the interview. That’s it! The embassy will inform you if your visa is approved usually within 10 working days.

Documents required to apply for a short-term Monaco visa

Primary documents

The following is the list of primary documents required for any type of short-term Monaco visa:

A fully completed visa application form
Two identical, passport size photos, not older than 3 months
A passport not older than 10 years and with at least 6 months of remaining validity from the date of arrival in Monaco
Old passports if they have visa stickers or visa stamps on them
Copies of the biometric page of your passport
A UK residence permit, valid for a minimum of 3 months from your date of departure from Monaco
Flight reservations or tickets
Comprehensive health insurance, amounting to a minimum of €30,000
A cover letter written by the applicant, which specifies the exact purpose of visiting Monaco. It should contain details about the intended entry and exit dates, accommodation description, and reasons for the visit
Proof of accommodation in the form of hotel bookings, letter of invitation, or rental agreement
Evidence of finances, which can be submitted in the form of bank statements or a letter of support from a sponsor
Employment proof in the form of an employment contract, 6 months’ bank statement, NOC, and ITR. Self-employed applicants can submit a copy of their business license, last 6 months’ bank statements, and ITR. Students need to share proof of enrollment and NOC from the institute they are studying in. Retired applicants should submit pension bank statement of the last 6 months.
Minors need to submit evidence of their parents’ income and a notarized travel authorization from their parent(s) or legal guardian

Types of short-term Monaco visa

The following are the primary short-term visa types offered for traveling to Monaco

Tourist visa
Family visit visa
Business visa
Medical visa
Student visa

Supporting documents as per visa type

Apart from the primary documents listed above, you also need to submit a set of documents as per the specific visa type.

Tourist visa

A detailed travel itinerary, which describes the reasons for making the trip, arrival and departure dates, activities planned in Monaco, and personal information
An affidavit of support,written and signed by the sponsoring individual who plans to support the individual financially. This letter should be accompanied by bank statements of the sponsor
Hotel bookings or a letter of invitation
Family/Friends visit visa
A letter of invitation from the host in Monaco
A detailed travel itinerary

Business visa

A letter of invitation from the company in Monaco
A cover letter, which describes the organization the applicant works in and the position held by the individual in the company
A letter submitted by the employer in the UK that states the reasons for travel and specifies the detailed itinerary of the applicant

Medical visa

A letter from a certified doctor, clinic, or hospital in the UK stating that you need treatment in Monaco
An official note confirming the treatment by the institute in Monaco
Evidence of sufficient funds to undergo any treatment-related expenses in Monaco. This can be in the form of bank statements OR a sponsorship letter and bank statements of the sponsor OR evidence of advance payment and bank statement for additional expenses OR note verbale from the Ministry of Health in the UK, stating that the government would be covering the patient’s medical treatment expenses

Student visa

Enrollment form for an educational course in the institute in Monaco
An NOC from the relevant educational institution in the UK where the applicant is currently studying

Long-term Monaco visa

If you are planning to stay in Monaco on a long-term visit, you need to submit the same set of primary documents as listed under the short-term visa. In addition, you need to share a few supporting documents, which are as follows:

A police record clearance certificate, issued by the authorities in the UK, which confirms that the applicant has no criminal history
Evidence of zero bankruptcy in the past
Proof of accommodation in the form of a rental agreement or hotel booking
A work permit if the applicant plans on carrying out remuneration-generating employment in Monaco
A work contract
A marriage certificate if you visit Monaco to settle with your spouse

Applications for a Monaco visa should be applied around 3 months in advance before your planned trip.

However, since the processing takes at least from 10 to 15 days, you should lodge an application at least 15 days before your planned travel dates to Monaco.