Is there income tax in Monaco?

Monaco levies no personal income tax on its residents (French nationals excepted under a bilateral treaty), no wealth tax, no local property tax and no capital gains tax on the sale of a primary residence. This tax regime is the single biggest driver of demand for Monaco real estate.

Can foreigners buy property in Monaco?

Yes. There are no restrictions on foreign ownership in Monaco — buyers of any nationality may purchase freely. Acquisition costs (notary and registration fees) run around 6% on a resale, and the transaction is handled by a Monégasque notaire.

How do I become a Monaco resident?

Residency requires accommodation in Monaco (ownership or a lease), proof of sufficient financial means (typically a deposit with a Monaco bank) and a clean criminal record. Non-EU nationals first obtain a French long-stay visa. The residence card is issued for one year, then renewed.

What does it cost to buy on the French Riviera?

Indicative prime price-per-square-metre ranges from roughly €16,000 in the hinterland to over €100,000 in Monaco's Carré d'Or. France charges notary and registration fees of about 7–8% on resales; new-builds are lower. See our Riviera Prime Index for values by district.

How does yacht chartering work?

A charter is priced per week, plus an Advance Provisioning Allowance (APA, typically 25–35%) covering fuel, provisioning and port fees, billed separately. The French Riviera is Europe's leading charter market, and berths in Monaco's Port Hercule are among the scarcest assets in the world.

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Cap Ferrat

Summer Villa — Cap Ferrat

€150,000 per week

78900 m²

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Port Hercule

32m Azimut — Charter

€95,000 per week€106,000

32 m510

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By Alex Fridman

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88m Lürssen Superyacht

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88 m816

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€350,000 per week€392,000

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€68,000,000

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John Taylor MonacoUnclaimed

Established 1864; part of the Artcurial Group; dedicated Monaco office.

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Dotta ImmobilierUnclaimed

Established 1894; family-run for 40+ years under Michel Dotta; president of Monaco's real-estate chamber.

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Gordon S. Blair Law OfficesUnclaimed

Founded 1920 — one of the oldest independent law firms in Monaco; ranked by Chambers and Legal 500 for private client/tax.

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Monte-Carlo Protection PrivéeUnclaimed

Operating since 1970; family-run; holds Monaco Safe City / Monaco Welcome certifications

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EBC MonacoUnclaimed

Established 1975 — over 40 years operating in Monaco; describes itself as one of the Principality's longest-standing independent consultancy firms.

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Piras ImmobilierUnclaimed

Independent Monegasque agency active since 1976; two generations of the Piras family.

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Is there income tax in Monaco?: Monaco levies no personal income tax on its residents (French nationals excepted under a bilateral treaty), no wealth tax, no local property tax and no capital gains tax on the sale of a primary residence. This tax regime is the single biggest driver of demand for Monaco real estate.
Can foreigners buy property in Monaco?: Yes. There are no restrictions on foreign ownership in Monaco — buyers of any nationality may purchase freely. Acquisition costs (notary and registration fees) run around 6% on a resale, and the transaction is handled by a Monégasque notaire.
How do I become a Monaco resident?: Residency requires accommodation in Monaco (ownership or a lease), proof of sufficient financial means (typically a deposit with a Monaco bank) and a clean criminal record. Non-EU nationals first obtain a French long-stay visa. The residence card is issued for one year, then renewed.
What does it cost to buy on the French Riviera?: Indicative prime price-per-square-metre ranges from roughly €16,000 in the hinterland to over €100,000 in Monaco's Carré d'Or. France charges notary and registration fees of about 7–8% on resales; new-builds are lower. See our Riviera Prime Index for values by district.
How does yacht chartering work?: A charter is priced per week, plus an Advance Provisioning Allowance (APA, typically 25–35%) covering fuel, provisioning and port fees, billed separately. The French Riviera is Europe's leading charter market, and berths in Monaco's Port Hercule are among the scarcest assets in the world.
How does MonacoTop work?: MonacoTop is a curated marketplace: every listing is presented with a dedicated private advisor. Browse or save a search, enquire on any listing, and your advisor replies personally and in confidence. There is no charge to buyers.

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