Monaco•EuropeLong-Stay Family of French National Visa (Type D)
At a Glance
Processing Time
14-28 days
Application Fee
Free
Stay Duration
Up to 1 year
Renewable
Yes
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Long-stay visa for family members of French nationals for residence in Monaco. Includes spouses and minor/dependent children. Processing under accelerated procedure.
Family members of French nationals enjoy a simplified and accelerated visa process for residence in Monaco. This reflects France's bilateral relationship with Monaco and the special status of French nationals in the Principality. The visa is issued quickly, typically within 2-4 weeks.
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Requirements
Language
French
Basic
Excluded Nationalities
Citizens of the following countries are not eligible: FR
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
At least 6 months validity
Birth certificate
Certified/apostilled copy
Marriage certificate
If applicable, certified copy
OptionalPassport photographs
2 recent color photos, 3.5x4.5cm
Sponsor Documents
French passport/nationality proof
Copy of French passport
Proof of Monaco residence plan
Accommodation confirmation or employment contract in Monaco
Family relationship documentation
Marriage certificate or birth certificate as proof
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Advantages
- Accelerated processing (2-4 weeks)
- No visa fees
- Simplified documentation
- Path to residence permit
- Family kept together
Considerations
- Limited to family members of French nationals
- Cannot work without separate authorization
- Dependent on French national's residence status
- Minors must be under age of majority (21 in France)
Application Process
Establish relationship to French national
Provide documentation of family relationship (spouse, child, etc.)
Gather supporting documents
Collect marriage certificate, birth certificate, and relationship proof
French national provides documentation
Family member provides proof of French nationality and residence plan
Submit application to French consulate
File application with supporting documents at nearest French embassy/consulate
Attend visa interview
Meet with consulate officer (usually brief)
Receive visa approval
Visa granted with no application fee
Application Forms
Family of French National Visa Application
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