Let’s summarise the most important administrative challenges and differences you might face when you aim to relocate to the Principality of Monaco.
As with any relocation to a new country, there are always challenges to overcome, whether it be cultural or in-country processes, etc. With all relocations, there are support services available to help guide you through this process, via government support or support from private companies.
Obtaining the right information from the right people and places is one of the most important things to consider, otherwise the process of transitioning your life to the Principality of Monaco can be full of obstacles.
− Firstly, the Principality of Monaco has a highly regulated relocation process, and truth be told, Monaco is one of the most regulated countries in the world, which can be good or bad depending on your view. A common challenge can be how to fit into the system.
− Secondly, Monaco and France have many similarities, which can create confusion, so understanding the intricacies and differences is of paramount importance.
− Thirdly, where there is a concentration of wealth, there can be frauds as well, so by educating yourself on the processes that you have learned throughout this guide and by taking the time to select the right partner to help you in Monaco, you can decrease the risk substantially.
As we mentioned before, it is extremely difficult to receive a residence permit if you are in a middle-of-divorce settlement, and it is most likely that many banks and wealth managers will not support you with the necessary paperwork.
What you need to understand is that the process to get a residence permit in the Principality of Monaco takes up to three months and it involves a serious amount of work, such as police interviews, double checks on international criminal records and financial proof that you have the required funds with which to live in Monaco.
Of course, you can obtain an address in Monaco immediately when you sign your apartment rental lease, however, it will only authorise you to stay a maximum period of 3 months in a year, and many people underestimate the serious implications of the resident permit application if it is not approved.
This is the reason why you should always work with trusted advisors, because there are many people targeting potential residents with ‘more economical offers’; however, an uneducated advisor will be able to get the job done.
In addition, by using an established trusted advisor, they can personally introduce you to the established authorised Monaco-based businesses.