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Monaco visa requirements for Indian citizens

Indian citizens need a visa for Monaco, from its embassy or consulate.

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Visa needed

Use a Schengen visa you already have if it covers your trip.

Visa: Required
Last updated: 11 November 2026

What to do

Find Monaco's embassy or consulate that covers where you live.
Prepare the application form, photos, bank statements and travel bookings.
Book an appointment early; processing can take several weeks.

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Ways into Monaco

Visit without a visa if you qualify, or use a Schengen visa.

Visa not requiredVisa-free short visitVisit without a visa if France’s short-visit rules allow your nationality.
Stay
90 days
Fee
Free
How to apply
1. Check your eligibility on France-Visas.
2. Carry your travel document and required proof.
Documents required
- Passport or accepted travel document
- Required proof for border checks
- Stay no more than 90 days in any 180 days.
- France may ask for a return ticket or money to buy one.
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Visa not requiredVisit with residence permitUse your residence permit from a Schengen country for a short visit.
Fee
Free
How to apply
1. Check that a Schengen country gave you the permit.
2. Check how long your visit can last.
3. Carry your valid permit and travel document.
Documents required
- Valid Schengen country residence permit
- Valid travel document
- This allows short visits, not living in Monaco.
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Visa requiredUse your Schengen visaUse a Schengen visa you already have if it covers your trip.
Stay
90 days
How to apply
1. Check your visa dates, allowed places, stay and entries.
2. Carry your passport, visa and proof of your visit.
Documents required
- Passport with valid Schengen visa
- Proof of visit
- Proof of enough money
- Follow your visa’s stay limit, within 90 days in any 180 days.
- No new application is needed if your visa covers the trip.
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Visa requiredTourist Schengen visaApply through France for a short tourist trip mainly to Monaco.
Stay
90 days
Fee
€90
Processing
15–45 days
How to apply
1. Get your document list from France-Visas.
2. Complete and print the online form and receipt.
3. Book the required visa appointment.
4. Submit documents, pay and give fingerprints if required.
5. Collect your passport after the decision.
Documents required
- Passport and copy
- Completed form and receipt
- 2 recent passport photos
- Medical insurance
- Proof of visit and accommodation
- Proof of money and return plans
- Hotel booking
- Travel insurance
- Fingerprints
- Stay within 90 days in any 180 days; your visa may allow less.
- Children aged 6–11 pay 45 EUR; children under 6 pay no visa fee.
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Time−4h 30m
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LanguageFrench
Emergency17 police 112 or 18 ambulance

Planning your Monaco trip

Monaco-VilleExplore medieval streets, passageways and old houses. The area includes the palace, cathedral, Oceanographic Museum and Saint-Martin Gardens.
Prince's PalaceTake a self-paced tour with recorded commentary and enjoy views over the port and Monte Carlo. The changing of the guard takes place daily at 11:55 outside the main entrance.
Monte Carlo CasinoSee richly decorated rooms with stained glass, paintings and sculptures. Morning sightseeing visits allow children and have a less strict dress code than gambling visits.
Oceanographic Museum and AquariumSee marine collections, ship models and Mediterranean and tropical sea life. Buses 1 and 2 reach it from the railway station.

Read the full Monaco guide