French GuianaMonaco: Visa required

French GuianaMonaco

Do France passport holders need a visa for Monaco?

Visa required

Yes. France passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Monaco.

A visa must be obtained in advance, typically from an embassy or consulate, before travel.

French Guiana does not issue its own passport; residents travel on a France passport. See the France passport.

Source: eur-lex.europa.eu (checked July 19, 2026).

RequirementVisa required

Maximum stayLength of stay varies

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelYes, arrange in advance

Data as of2026-10-19

Visa-free access to Monaco88 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Monaco passport holders visiting French Guiana: Visa-free.

Visa-free alternatives near Monaco

France passport holders can visit these nearby destinations without a visa in advance:

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Frequently asked questions

Do France passport holders need a visa for Monaco?

Yes. France passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Monaco.

What currency is used in Monaco?

Euro (EUR).

What is the emergency number in Monaco?

112 / 17 / 18.

What time zone is Monaco in?

Monaco (UTC+2).

What is the nearest airport to Monaco?

Nice-Côte d'Azur Airport (NCE), about 18 km away.

How many countries can enter Monaco without a visa?

88 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Monaco visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

What nearby countries can France passport holders visit without a visa instead of Monaco?

Switzerland, San Marino, Liechtenstein, Italy, Andorra, Slovenia.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.

About French Guiana

French Guiana, also known by its French name Guyane or Guyane française, is an overseas department and region of France located on the northern coast of South America in the Guianas and the West Indies. Bordered by Suriname to the west and Brazil to the east and south, French Guiana covers a total area of 84,000 km2 (32,000 sq mi) and a land area of 83,534 km2 (32,253 sq mi). As of January 2026, it is home to 298,554 people.

RegionSouth America

Area83,534 km²

CurrencyEuro (1 USD ≈ 0.89 EUR)

LanguagesFrench

Calling code+594

Drives on theright

Climate in French Guiana

Warmest October, coolest January, driest October, sunniest October. Best time to visit: January, February, March, July, August, September, October.

Monthly climate normals for French Guiana, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	28.3°C	21.7°C	136mm	272h
February	28.7°C	21.4°C	112mm	269h
March	29.7°C	22.1°C	189mm	271h
April	28°C	22.3°C	604mm	166h
May	28.1°C	22.5°C	514mm	179h
June	28.6°C	22.1°C	383mm	234h
July	29.4°C	21.8°C	202mm	285h
August	30.4°C	22.1°C	136mm	322h
September	32°C	22.2°C	74mm	323h
October	32.9°C	22.8°C	71mm	334h
November	28.6°C	22.3°C	310mm	213h
December	28.5°C	22.1°C	240mm	258h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

French Guiana is an overseas French department and region in the Amazonia region of South America, bordering the North Atlantic Ocean, between Brazil and Suriname. It is governed as an overseas department of France with the same rights and privileges granted to all other French departments, and it benefits financially from the arrangement. Compared to the other "Guianas", French Guiana has the most visible preserved rainforest and a more relaxed and organized lifestyle, but also the highest prices and the least backpacker infrastructure.

Upcoming public holidays

November 1, 2026Toussaint

November 11, 2026Armistice de 1918

December 25, 2026Noël

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About Monaco

Monaco, officially the Principality of Monaco, is a sovereign city-state and microstate in Western Europe. Situated on the French Riviera, it is a semi-enclave bordered by France to the north, east, and west, with the Mediterranean Sea to the south; the Italian region of Liguria is about 15 km (9.3 mi) east. With a population of 38,423 living in an area of 2.08 km2 (0.80 sq mi), Monaco is the second smallest sovereign state in the world, after Vatican City, as well as the most densely populated. It also has the world's shortest national coastline of any non-landlocked nation, at 3.83 km (2.38 mi). Fewer than 10,000 of its residents are Monégasque nationals. Although French is the official language of Monaco, Italian and Monégasque are also widely spoken and understood.

CapitalMonaco

RegionWestern Europe

Population38.3K

Area2 km²

CurrencyEuro (1 USD ≈ 0.89 EUR)

LanguagesFrench

Calling code+377

Drives on theright

TimezoneMonaco (UTC+2)

Nearest airportNice-Côte d'Azur Airport (NCE), 18 km

Emergency number112 / 17 / 18

Income levelHigh income

GDP per capita$288,002 (2024)

Tourist arrivals159K (2020)

Climate in Monaco

Warmest August, coolest December, driest February, sunniest July. Best time to visit: July, August, September.

Monthly climate normals for Monaco, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	13.6°C	6.4°C	19mm	236h
February	14.7°C	7°C	2mm	272h
March	14.5°C	7.6°C	68mm	287h
April	18°C	10.4°C	30mm	322h
May	22.1°C	15.2°C	113mm	377h
June	23.6°C	17.1°C	72mm	403h
July	27.7°C	21.3°C	12mm	439h
August	28.6°C	21.7°C	27mm	397h
September	25.5°C	18°C	32mm	326h
October	18.6°C	11.7°C	185mm	273h
November	16.9°C	10.3°C	18mm	255h
December	12.2°C	6.1°C	133mm	185h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

The Principality of Monaco is a wealthy city-state on the Mediterranean Sea, bounded by the French Riviera. Though tiny, the country is packed with entertainment for those with money to burn: think yachts and casinos, plus the annual Formula 1 Grand Prix.

Upcoming public holidays

November 2, 2026La Toussaint

November 19, 2026La Fête du Prince

December 8, 2026L’Immaculée Conception

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