COVID-19 Precautionary Measures in Monaco (18 April Update)

Can a resident enter the country?

• Yes

• Citizens and residents are allowed to enter Monaco.

Can a foreigner enter the country?

• No with exceptions

• Regardless of nationality, anyone who wishes to enter the Principality from the following countries mentioned below (except those coming from France) must contact the COVID-19 Call Centre as soon as they arrive in Monaco. Travellers will be required to provide their contact details and other relevant information. Travellers may also be required to undergo a period of quarantine.

• Travellers from outside of the European area (includes EU member states, United Kingdom, Switzerland, Norway, Liechtenstein, Iceland, San Marino, Andorra, the Vatican);

• A country within Europe that has recorded more than 60 cases per 100,000 people in 14 days (areas marked red and dark orange on the following European Center for Disease Prevention
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• Anyone entering Monaco must submit an authorization request to the Département de l’Intérieur and the Direction de la Sûreté Publique. The request form should be returned to the Embassy of Monaco at this email address: [email protected]. The request form can be found here. Once received, these Departments will contact the traveller directly.

Is a test required on arrival?

• No with exceptions

• Travellers arriving from a high-risk country outside of the EU or from a high-risk country within the EU area (countries with more than 60 COVID-19 cases per 100,000 people on a weekly basis) will be required to provide a negative COVID-19 PCR test certificate issued 72 hours before departing from their point of origin or must undergo COVID-19 testing upon arrival. Quarantine is required until the results are available. The full list of the countries is regularly updated and can be accessed here.

Is a test certificate accepted?

• Yes

• A test certificate obtained in another country is accepted.

Test certificate required?

• Yes with exceptions

• Travellers arriving from a high-risk country outside of the EU or from a high-risk country within the EU area (countries with more than 60 COVID-19 cases per 100,000 people on a weekly basis) will be required to provide a negative COVID-19 PCR test certificate issued 72 hours before departing from their point of origin. Otherwise, they must go through COVID-19 testing upon arrival and be quarantined until the results are available. The full list of the countries can be accessed here.

Is quarantine required on arrival?

• No with exceptions

• Travellers arriving from the high-risk areas (countries with more than 60 COVID-19 cases per 100,000 people on a weekly basis) and non-Europian countries are subjected to quarantine for 14 days. The quarantine can be shortened with a COVID-19 test upon arrival. Persons with a negative COVID-19 PCR test certificate no older than 72 hours are exempted from quarantine.

• Those with a positive PCR test or travellers refusing a test on arrival will be subject to quarantine measures.

• Based on the above restrictions, all incoming travellers will either be exempted from quarantine or required to undertake 14 days of quarantine.

Entry form required?

• Yes

• All travellers (including nationals), scheduled to enter Monaco must present a completed travel certificate and a sworn statement confirming that they do not have COVID-19 symptoms. The document can be obtained here.

Vaccination required?

• No

• A vaccination for COVID-19 is not required for entry into the country.

Insurance required?

• No

• Proof of insurance coverage for COVID-19 expenses is not required to enter the country.

Border restrictions

• Minimal

• The border with France and Italy has reopened. France and Italy have taken measures to restrict travel for essential reasons only. Travel is permitted subject to the regulations imposed by these two countries. Travellers who plan to visit Italy first need to comply with the regulations in France. Travellers can check the regulations corresponding to their personal circumstances at this website.

Curfew restrictions

• Significant

• A curfew has been imposed between 21:00 and 06:00 until at least 03 May 2021. People must have a certificate stating the purpose of any movement during the curfew hours.

• The exceptions to the curfew can be found here.

Social restrictions

• Moderate

• The physical distancing of at least 1 meter should be strictly followed.

• Gathering in public space is limited to 6 people.

Internal travel restrictions

• Minimal

• Public transportation is operating.

• Private boats are allowed to operate.

• The Government recommends against travel to the Department of the Alpes-Maritimes except for compelling reasons. The Alpes-Maritimes department is closed from Friday 18:00 to Monday 06:00 (local time).

• A PCR test is required for residents who wish to visit the Alpes-Maritimes or Var Departments for a period of more than 24 hours. A PCR test is not required for residents who wish to visit the Alpes-Maritimes or Var Departments for a period fewer than 24 hours.

Non-essential shops open?

• Yes

• Shops are open.

Accommodation open?

• Yes

• Travellers arriving from a foreign country and staying in a hotel in Monaco must complete a declaration form and present it on arrival to the hotel along with a negative PCR certificate of a test taken within the 72 hours prior to entry in Monaco.

Restaurants open?

• Yes with exceptions

• Restaurants are open for lunch only between 11:00 and 15:00 and are closed for dinner. Take-away services are permitted until 19:00. Restaurant delivery service is permitted from 06:00 until 21:00.

Bars and cafes open?

• No with exceptions

• Bars are closed. Hotel bars are allowed to open until 22:00 (local time) with physical distancing measures.

Places of worship open?

• Yes

• Places of worship are open and funeral ceremonies are allowed.

Beaches and tourism sites open?

• Yes with exceptions

• Beaches are open with physical distancing measures.

Museums and heritage sites open?

• Yes with exceptions

• Museums are open with physical distancing measures.

Masks required in public?

• Yes

• Face masks are mandatory on public transport and in public places.

Other

• Educational institutions are open with mandatory use of face masks and other social distancing norms.

• A social assembly of more than ten people is restricted in public and at home.

• Cinemas and theatres are open.

• Sports activities in schools, sports halls, amateur sports clubs, swimming pools, and spas remained prohibited.

The COVID-19 epidemic is constantly changing worldwide. Travel and border restrictions may change with little or no notice. Airlines may have their own requirements for testing, masking, and distancing. It is recommended that travellers carry a supply of face masks since the requirement can vary by location. It is recommended that travellers practice social distancing and maintain a 6-foot distance other individuals and avoid crowded areas. Check with your airline, booking agent, or country's embassy for information on your specific travel plans.