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MonacoCitizenshipLast checked October 17, 2026

Monegasque nationality by naturalisation or marriage

Naturalisation is at the discretion of the Sovereign Prince. Applicants must normally have been ordinarily resident in Monaco for at least ten years after age 18, must give up their previous nationality, and must be exempt from military service in their country of origin. A spouse of a Monegasque national can apply by declaration twenty years after the marriage (ten years for marriages before 1 July 2022).

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Who it’s for

Long-term adult residents of Monaco, and spouses of Monegasque nationals.

Eligibility

  • ResidenceNaturalisation

    You need at least ten years of ordinary residence in Monaco after turning 18, unless the Prince waives this.

    • Residence counts only after age 18
    • The Prince may waive the requirement
    Official wording

    At least ten years of ordinary residence in Monaco after age 18; the Prince may waive this.

  • RenunciationNaturalisation

    The previous nationality must be renounced before the ordinance is signed.

  • Military serviceNaturalisation

    Must be exempt from military service in the country of origin.

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  • Next requirementCriteria applied
  • Document checklistApplication to the Sovereign Prince
  • FeesApplication fee

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