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EU Visa Waiver for U.S. Citizens Visiting Monaco
All U.S. citizens who are planning to travel to Europe will soon be required to have a valid ETIAS visa wavier.
The ETIAS authorization allows U.S. nationals to enter Monaco and see the European Union.
Learn more about the ETIAS waiver for US citizens by checking out the information below and applying online.
ETIAS Monaco for U.S. Citizens
Monaco has open borders with France and Schengen visa policy applies. For this reason, the European Travel Information and Authorization System will apply to Monaco from 2025.
Furthermore, there are no international airports in Monaco. To reach the Principality, American tourists can fly into Nice Côte d’Azur International Airport in France and continue the journey to Monaco by road or helicopter.
As France is a Schengen member state, U.S. passport holders will need a visa waiver to enter French territory and reach Monaco.
ETIAS for Monaco is valid for:
- 3 years or until the U.S. passport expires
- Tourism, business, and transit
- Stays of up to 90 days per 180-day period
- Multiple trips to Monaco plus all Schengen states
ETIAS requirements for U.S. citizens to visit Monaco
U.S. citizens need a valid passport to apply for ETIAS and travel to Monaco. The approved visa waiver is linked to the passport electronically and remains valid for 3 years (unless the passport expires sooner).
Americans also need an email address and debit or credit card to complete the request.
U.S. applicants must also meet ETIAS health and safety requirements for Monaco. Information provided on the online form is checked against international security databases to detect potential issues.
Anyone who does not meet these ETIAS requirements for Monaco will not be granted visa-free entry. This will help to make the European microstate an even safer destination for American tourists.
Documents required to travel to Monaco
To travel to Monaco visa-free, American citizens must have:
- Valid U.S. passport that is machine-readable
- ETIAS visa waiver for Monaco
For U.S. citizens staying in Monaco for more than 90 days:
- The ETIAS waiver for U.S. citizens is only valid for short-term stays, for a maximum of 90 days. If travelers would like to remain in Monaco for longer than 90 days, they must obtain the appropriate visa.
Information for Americans Traveling to Monaco with ETIAS
When planning a trip to Monaco from the United States with ETIAS, it's important to consider the most convenient and efficient travel options.
While there are no direct flights from the US to Monaco, it’s very easy to travel from neighboring countries such as France and Italy, both of which you can enter with ETIAS. One of the closest airports is Nice Côte d'Azur Airport (NCE) in France.
Direct flights operate daily to Nice from major US cities such as New York and Atlanta. with flight durations ranging from approximately 8 to 9 hours 30 minutes depending on the departure location.
After arriving at Nice Airport, you can take a scenic 30-minute drive along the French Riviera or utilize public transportation options to reach Monaco. Alternatively, private car services or taxis are readily available for a more convenient transfer experience.
About Monaco
Capital: Monte Carlo
Language: French
Area: 2.200 km²
Population: 38.897
Timezone: UTC/GTM 1
Currency: euro (€)
Code: +377
U.S. Embassy in Monaco
There is currently no US embassy in Monaco. However, there is a Monaco embassy in Paris, France, that handles all diplomatic cases.
Address: 22 Boulevard Suchet, 75016 Paris, France
Medical Information for U.S ETIAS Holders Visiting Monaco
Recommended vaccines:
- Routine Vaccines
- Hepatitis A
- Hepatitis B
- Rabies
Emergencies:
- 112 is the pan-European emergency number and is always free to call
- 18 – Fire brigade
- 17 – Police
- 18 – Ambulance
