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Passports and Visas

The borderless region known as the Schengen Area includes the following countries: Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Monaco, The Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden and Switzerland. All these countries issue a standard Schengen visa that has a multiple entry option, and which allows the holder to travel freely within the borders of all the aforementioned countries. Additionally, non-EEA passengers to Monaco must hold proof of repatriation - such as return/onward tickets, the necessary travel documentation for their next destination, and sufficient funds to cover their expenses while in the country. NOTE: It is highly recommended that your passport has at least six months validity remaining after your intended date of departure from your travel destination. Immigration officials often apply different rules to those stated by travel agents and official sources.

Americans

US citizens must have a passport that is valid upon their arrival in Monaco. No visa is required, for stays of up to three months. Note that passport exemptions apply to holders of an Identity Card issued to nationals of the USA, but ONLY when they are traveling to St. Pierre and Miquelon Islands, and for a maximum stay of 15 days.

UK Nationals

British citizens must have a passport that is valid upon their arrival in Monaco. Passport exemptions apply to holders of identity cards issued by Gibraltar authories, and endorsed 'Validated for EU travel purposes under the authority of the United Kingdom'. A visa is not required for passports endorsed British Citizen; nor for holders of identity cards issued by Gibraltar authories, and endorsed 'Validated for EU travel purposes under the authority of the United Kingdom'. No visa is required for a stay of up to three months, for holders of passports endorsed British National (Overseas), British Overseas Territories Citizen (containing a Certificate of Entitlement to the Right of Abode issued by the United Kingdom), and British Subject (containing a Certificate of Entitlement to the Right of Abode issued by the United Kingdom).

Canadians

Canadian citizens must have a passport that is valid upon their arrival in Monaco. No visa is required, for stays of up to three months. Note that passport exemptions apply to holders of an Identity Card issued to nationals of Canada, but ONLY when they are traveling to St. Pierre and Miquelon Islands, and for a maximum stay of 15 days.

Australians

Australian citizens must have a passport that is valid upon their arrival in Monaco. No visa is required, for stays of up to three months.

South Africans

South African citizens must have a passport that is valid upon their arrival in Monaco. A visa is required. Note that entry will be refused to holders of temporary South African passports.

Irish Nationals

Irish citizens must have a passport that is valid upon their arrival in Monaco. No visa is required.

New Zealanders

New Zealand citizens must have a passport that is valid upon their arrival in Monaco. No visa is required, for stays of up to three months.

Healthcare

In general, no immunizations are necessary for travel to Monaco and there are no major health risks. The European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) does not provide health cover in Monaco. It is advised to carry enough personal medication with accompanying doctor's letter. Medical insurance is recommended.

Safety

Trips to Monaco are usually trouble-free, but the usual, sensible precautions such as being vigilant after dark and taking care of valuables apply.