Monaco•EuropeLong-Stay Work Visa (Type D - Employment)
At a Glance
Processing Time
28-84 days
Application Fee
99 EUR
Stay Duration
Duration of employment contract
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 foreign nationals with job offer from Monaco employer. Requires employment contract approved by Monaco Employment Service. Includes work authorization upon arrival.
The long-stay work visa is the primary pathway for foreign nationals seeking employment in Monaco. Monaco requires a work permit for all foreign workers, and the process is employer-driven. The employer must demonstrate that no suitable candidates are available from the local Monégasque population or the French labor market.
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Requirements
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
At least 6 months validity
Employment contract
Approved and stamped by Monaco Employment Service
Passport photographs
2 recent color photos, 3.5x4.5cm
Criminal record certificate
Less than 3 months old
Health insurance
Valid coverage for duration of employment
Educational credentials
Diplomas and certificates relevant to position
OptionalSponsor Documents
Employment contract
Signed and approved by employer
Work authorization approval
From Monaco Department of Employment
Company registration documents
Proof of business registration in Monaco
Labor market test documentation
Evidence that no local/French candidates available
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Advantages
- Legal pathway to work in Monaco
- Can lead to residence permit
- Access to Monaco's tax benefits
- Can sponsor dependents
- Path to permanent residence after years of continuous employment
Considerations
- Employer-dependent status
- Work permit tied to specific employer
- Lengthy application process
- Employer must justify hiring foreign worker
- Requires changing jobs through proper channels
- No work authorization until arrival and registration
Application Process
Secure employment contract
Obtain written employment offer from Monaco-based employer
Employer obtains work authorization
Monaco employer submits work permit application to Department of Employment
Employer demonstrates labor market test
Employer shows no suitable candidates available from local or French labor market
Receive employment contract approval
Employment Service stamps and approves employment contract
Apply for long-stay visa
Submit application to French consulate with approved employment contract
Attend visa interview
Meet with French consulate officer
Pay visa fee
EUR 99 visa application fee
Receive visa
Visa approved and stamped in passport
Enter Monaco and register
Arrive in Monaco and register with local authorities
Obtain work permit
Complete work permit registration with Service de l'Emploi
Application Forms
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