Packing list for Monaco, travel insurance for Monaco and taking your belongings

What to take to Monaco: brief

To pack and check:

• Documents: a valid passport or national identity card. Check the entry requirements for your nationality and make sure your travel document remains valid for your entire stay.
• Money: Monaco uses the euro. Bank cards are widely accepted, but some cash can be useful for small purchases. Check whether your bank charges fees for card payments or cash withdrawals.
• Clothing: lightweight clothing for warm weather, plus a light jacket or extra layer for cooler evenings. Bring a waterproof jacket if rain is forecast. When you plan to visit restaurants or events with a dress code, pack suitable clothing.
• Shoes: comfortable walking shoes for exploring Monaco’s steep streets, stairs and viewpoints. Bring smarter shoes if you plan to visit upscale venues.
• Personal care and hygiene: sunscreen, sunglasses, lip balm with SPF and any personal toiletries you need.
• Packing and protection: a small daypack, a reusable water bottle and a waterproof pouch or bag to protect your phone and documents from rain or splashes.
• Insects and animals: insect repellent during warmer months, particularly if you spend time outdoors in the evening. A tick remover may be useful for walks in nearby green or wooded areas.
• Outdoor gear and useful items: a sun hat or cap, a reusable water bottle and a small umbrella or light rain jacket.
• Medication and travel first-aid kit: personal medication, plasters, painkillers and any other essentials you normally use. Bring enough prescribed medication for your stay.
• Technology and equipment: a phone charger and any other essential electronics. An adapter for type C and E sockets.

To consider:

• Swimwear and a small towel if you plan to visit a beach, swimming pool or beach club.
• A smart outfit if you plan to visit upscale restaurants, casinos, or special events; check venue requirements in advance.
• A light cardigan or jacket for air-conditioned venues and cooler evenings.
• A compact umbrella if rain is forecast.
• A small daypack for day trips to nearby towns on the French Riviera.
• Travelling by car? Check the driving rules and parking arrangements for Monaco and the route through France.

Are there dangerous insects and animals in Monaco?

Are there mosquitoes in Monaco?

• Yes, mosquitoes occur in Monaco, particularly during warmer months. The Asian tiger mosquito is established in parts of the Mediterranean region and can be active during the day as well as around dusk.
• Use insect repellent according to its label, and consider lightweight clothing that covers your arms and legs when mosquitoes are active.
• Read more about mosquitoes.
• Read more about the use of DEET, as well as other ways to protect yourself against mosquitoes and insects.

Are there sand flies in Monaco?

• Sand flies occur in parts of the Mediterranean region. The risk of bites depends on the location, season and time spent outdoors; they are not usually a major concern for a typical city visit.
• When you are spending evenings outdoors, especially in warmer months, consider covering exposed skin and using a suitable insect repellent.
• Read more about sand flies.
• Read more about protection against sand flies and sand fleas.

Are there ticks in Monaco?

• Ticks can occur in grassy, scrubby and wooded areas in and around Monaco. The risk is generally more relevant if you go hiking or spend time in natural areas than if you stay in the built-up centre.
• Wear clothing that covers your legs when walking through vegetation, use a suitable repellent when needed and check your skin after outdoor activities. A tick remover can be useful for trips into nearby countryside.
• Read more about ticks.
• Read more about protection against ticks and leeches.

Can you buy DEET or other mosquito repellents in Monaco?

• Yes. Mosquito repellents, including products containing DEET, are available through pharmacies and other retailers in Monaco.
• For a short city break, you generally do not need to bring a large supply from home. If you prefer a particular brand or concentration, check availability before travelling or bring a small amount with you.

Can you buy a joint or weed in Monaco, or bring it with you to Monaco?

• Cannabis is illegal both for recreational and medical use in Monaco. Possessing, using, buying, selling, transporting or bringing cannabis into the country can have severe consequences.
• CBD products are also banned.
• Do not assume that rules in neighboring France or elsewhere in Europe apply in Monaco. The country adheres to strict laws when it comes to many things.