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Monaco visas

Monaco tourist visa

Schengen visa rules apply to visits to Monaco. Monaco does not have its own separate visa policy.

Ways to get a Monaco tourist visa

  1. Entry under Schengen visa rules

    Other permit

    Visitors must meet the Schengen entry rules that apply to them.

Who needs it

Travellers who need a visa under Schengen rules need one to visit Monaco.

Good to know

  • Monaco is not a member of the European Union or the Schengen Agreement, but it is treated as part of France for Schengen arrangements.
  • French and Monégasque authorities carry out checks at Monaco's seaport and heliport.
  • Official passports are no longer stamped with souvenir stamps. A separate souvenir passport is available free of charge.

Questions

Do I need a tourist visa for Monaco?

Travellers who need a visa under Schengen rules need one to visit Monaco.

Does my passport change whether I need a tourist visa for Monaco?

Yes. Rules depend on the country that issued your passport. Open the Monaco visa page and choose your passport for a plain answer.

Can a tourist visa for Monaco be refused?

Yes. Officials can refuse a visa or entry, even after you apply. Give true answers, bring the documents asked for, and keep proof of your onward trip and money.

Where do I check the latest Monaco tourist visa rules?

On Monaco's official immigration or foreign ministry website, or at its embassy. Rules change, so check close to your trip.

Can I change my tourist visa once I am in Monaco?

Often you cannot switch visa type inside the country. Ask the immigration office before you travel if you might need to.

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