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At Lionsgate International, we guide qualifying clients through the structured, multi-stage Monaco residency process — from securing a registered bank attestation and suitable accommodation to submitting the application to the Sûreté Publique and navigating the mandatory in-person interview. We integrate your Monaco residency into a broader framework of global tax optimisation, succession planning, and cross-border asset protection.

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For high-net-worth families, entrepreneurs, and globally mobile investors, Monaco occupies a unique position. It is the only European jurisdiction that offers:

Zero personal income tax for all residents

Zero wealth tax

Zero capital gains tax on most asset sales

Zero inheritance tax for direct line transfers (parents to children and between spouses)

Zero annual property tax or council tax

Zero gift tax between eligible transferors and recipients

Unmatched Tax Framework

Why Monaco
Stands Apart

For qualifying residents, Monaco's tax framework is unmatched within Europe. The Principality offers a complete zero-tax environment for personal income, wealth, capital gains, and direct-line inheritance — the premier destination for high-net-worth families and globally mobile entrepreneurs.

Compare Monaco With Your Current Residence

Tax Category	Monaco Treatment
Personal Income Tax	0% for all residents
Wealth Tax	0%
Capital Gains Tax	0% on most asset sales
Inheritance Tax	0% on direct line transfers
Annual Property Tax	0%
Corporate Tax	0% for companies ≥75% Monaco turnover

Codified Requirements

The Three Pillars of
Monaco Residency

Monaco law establishes three cumulative conditions for any foreign national aged 16 or over seeking a Carte de Séjour. These are not guidelines — they are codified requirements enforced by the Sûreté Publique.

Suitable Accommodation

You must secure a physical Monaco address appropriate for your household. Authorities enforce strict overcrowding rules reviewed by the Sûreté Publique.

Notarised deed of ownership
Registered 12-month lease
Certificate of free accommodation

Financial Self-Sufficiency

Monaco does not admit residents who may burden the Principality. Demonstrate financial independence through one of the following:

Bank deposit (≥€500,000 in practice)
Active professional income
Third-party support pledge

Good Character

Security is a foundational Monégasque value. All applicants must submit a clean criminal record from every country of residence in the last five years.

Issued within 3 months of application
Certified translation if required
No pending investigations

Assess Your Eligibility

Map Your Family’s Inclusion

Whole Family Welcome

Family Inclusion:
Spouses, Children & Dependants

Monaco's progressive residency system permits inclusion of family members under defined conditions, with documentation requirements for each category.

Family Member	Eligibility
Spouse	Legally married or recognised partner
Minor Children	Under 18, unmarried
Young Adults (18–20)	Unmarried, financially dependent
Young Adults (21–24)	Unmarried, substantially reliant
Parents	Financially dependent; assessed individually
Disabled Children	Any age; medical certification required

Progressive System

The Residence Card Pathway

Monaco operates a structured multi-stage system designed to confirm continuity of residence and genuine integration over time.

Stage 1

Carte de Séjour Temporaire

1-year renewable card issued upon first approval. Renewed annually at the Sûreté Publique.

Stage 2 · 3 Years

Carte de Séjour Ordinaire

3-year renewable card after 3 years of continuous legal residence.

Stage 3 · 10 Years

Carte de Séjour Privilégiée

10-year renewable card after 10 years of continuous genuine presence.

Progressive System

Physical Presence Requirements

The residence permit may not be renewed; the card may lapse if absence significantly exceeds this threshold without justification

Maintaining residence card validity

Minimum annual presence to maintain residence card validity. Failure to meet this threshold may result in non-renewal.

183

Obtaining Certificate of Domicile (tax residency attestation)

Without the 183-day certificate, the authorities may not formally recognise you as a tax resident despite holding a valid residence card

For most internationally mobile families, the 183-day threshold requires careful physical presence planning. Spending fewer than 183 days in Monaco may expose foreign-sourced income to tax in other jurisdictions.

We track your days across jurisdictions, coordinate with your tax advisors, and ensure you meet the threshold required for tax residency attestation. This tracking service is included in our monthly retainership for clients holding multiple residencies.

Plan Your Physical Presence

Step-by-Step

The Application
Procedure

Administered by the Section des Résidents of the Direction de la Sûreté Publique. Our team coordinates every phase from bank introduction to card issuance.

Total Timeline

From initial engagement to residence card in hand: typically 9 to 12 months, depending on accommodation and bank attestation pace.

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Preliminary Foundations

Bank account opening, property acquisition or lease, and full document collection including birth/marriage certificates, criminal records (apostilled), and source of funds proof.

Application Submission

Complete dossier prepared and submitted via MonGuichet.mc or in person. Non-EU nationals must also secure a French long-stay Type D visa before this stage.

In-Person Interview

Mandatory Sûreté Publique interview covering your professional background, family details, and reasons for seeking Monaco residency. We brief and accompany you.

Card Issuance

Residence card typically issued within 6 to 10 weeks of interview. First card is the 1-year Carte de Séjour Temporaire.

Business in Monaco

Corporate Structuring &
Business Setup

Monaco is home to over 11,000 companies, including private banking institutions, fintech start-ups, yachting and luxury real estate developers. Establish a Monaco entity integrated with your personal residency strategy.

Monaco-Focused Companies

Companies generating ≥75% of turnover within Monaco pay zero corporate tax.

25%

International Companies

Companies exceeding 25% of turnover outside Monaco pay 25% corporate tax, aligned with France.

0→25%

New Company Relief

New taxable companies benefit from a 5-year progressive scheme: 0% Years 1–2, rising to 25% from Year 6.

Available Legal Structures

SARL — Société à Responsabilité Limitée (Limited Liability Company)

SAM — Société Anonyme Monégasque (Public Limited Company)

SURL — Société Unipersonnelle à Responsabilité Limitée (Sole Proprietorship)

Structure Your Monaco Entity

Our Advantage

Why Lionsgate International
for Monaco?

We maintain active working relationships with Monaco-licensed banks, real estate agents, and legal professionals — and embed your Monaco residency into a comprehensive global strategy.

Integration across 5 jurisdictions: Greece, Malta, Portugal, Latvia, US, Singapore, UAE, Caribbean CBI, and more — coordinated under one Lionsgate roadmap.

On-Ground Relationships

We maintain active working relationships with Monaco-licensed banks, real estate agents, and legal professionals recognised by the Sûreté Publique.

Licensed Legal Counsel

Our immigration lawyers provide legally privileged advice, including representation before the Sûreté Publique where permitted.

Multi-Jurisdictional Competence

We advise on Monaco alongside other European and global programmes across 15+ countries simultaneously.

Integrated Roadmap

Your Monaco residency operates as one component of a coordinated strategy spanning tax, succession, asset protection, and cross-border corporate structuring.

Confidentiality by Design

All communications with our legal team are protected by legal professional privilege.

Our Process

How We Execute
Monaco Residency

Monaco's residency process requires in-country relationships with licensed banks, registered real estate agents, and the Sûreté Publique. We maintain these on your behalf.

Eligibility Assessment

We review your financial circumstances, family composition, intended residency timeline, and long-term mobility objectives in complete confidentiality.

Banking & Property Coordination

Introductions to Monaco-licensed private banks and coordination with our network of local estate agents to identify suitable accommodation.

Document Preparation

We compile civil documents, criminal record certificates, and source-of-funds evidence, arranging apostilles and certified translations where required.

Application Filing

Complete dossier submission to the Section des Résidents via MonGuichet.mc or in person, securing mandatory French Type D visa for non-EU applicants.

Interview Guidance

We brief you on the content and format of the mandatory Sûreté Publique interview and accompany you if permitted under prevailing regulations.

Ongoing Compliance

We manage annual renewals, track physical presence days, coordinate bank attestation updates, and integrate Monaco into your Lionsgate mobility roadmap.

Broader Strategy

Integration With Your Broader Lionsgate Framework

Your Monaco residency is not a standalone transaction. We embed it into your Integrated Mobility & Succession Roadmap, ensuring alignment with all components of your global structure.

Integrate Monaco Into Your Roadmap

Residencies or citizenships in other jurisdictions
Global tax optimisation across multiple treaty networks
Cross-border wealth and estate succession (wills, trusts, or foundations)
Corporate structuring and holding entities
Exit strategies and orderly relinquishment procedures for any jurisdiction you choose to depart

Our Credentials

Why Lionsgate International for Monaco?

On-Ground Relationships

We maintain active working relationships with Monaco-licensed banks, real estate agents, and legal professionals recognised by the Sûreté Publique.

Licensed Legal Counsel

Our immigration lawyers provide legally privileged advice on Monaco's residence application process, including representation before the Sûreté Publique where permitted.

Multi-Jurisdictional Competence

We advise on Monaco alongside other European and global programmes (Greece, Malta, Portugal, Latvia, US, Singapore, UAE, Caribbean CBI).

Integrated Roadmap

Your Monaco residency is never isolated. It operates as one component of a coordinated strategy spanning tax, succession, and asset protection.

Confidentiality by Design

All communications with our legal team are protected by legal professional privilege.

Contact Our Monaco Residency Team

We will seek to understand:

Your net worth, liquidity position, and source of funds
Your family composition and anticipated household size
Your prior residency history and any relevant background considerations
Your expected timeline for securing accommodation and obtaining a bank attestation

We then prepare a confidential strategic memorandum setting out:

Your eligibility against Monaco's three core residency requirements
An estimate of associated costs, including banking, accommodation, and advisory fees
An indicative timeline from initial engagement through to residence card issuance
The alignment of Monaco residency within your broader Lionsgate structuring and mobility framework

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Strategic Assessment

Each client profile requires a tailored approach. We commence with a private consultation to understand your net worth, family composition, residency history, and mobility objectives — then deliver a confidential strategic memorandum.

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Why MonacoStands Apart

The Three Pillars ofMonaco Residency