Airport
There is no airport in Monaco. Helicopter services run by
Héli-Air Monaco (YO) link the principality with the
nearest airport, The Nice
- Côte d'Azur International Airport is located
13.7 miles away from Monaco. Helicopter and bus services,
taxis and hire cars provide permanent links between the
airport and the Principality. By helicopter
(scheduled services or on request), the duration of the
flight is 7 minutes. |
Visas
A valid passport is required to enter France,
which handles customs and immigration matters for Monaco.
US citizens do not need a visa if they stay less than 67
days. Please check with the nearest French consulate if
you are not a U.S. citizen. |
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Currency
The legal tender in Monaco is the French Franc, and also
Monegasque coins are valid. Starting January 1, 2002 the
Euro was used. The Euro is now the official currency of
12 EU member states (including Monaco). The first Euro coins
and notes were introduced in January 2002; Notes are in
denominations of €500, 200, 100, 50, 20, 10 and 5.
Coins are in denominations of €2 and 1, and 50, 20,
10, 5, 2 and 1 cents. |
Credit
Cards
All major credit cards are widely accepted. Check with your
credit or debit card company for details of merchant acceptability
and other services which may be available. |
Tipping
Service at hotels and restaurants is already included; tipping
for special services is at visitor's discretion.
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Useful
Numbers
Country code: 377
Police: 17
Fire / Ambulance: 18 |
Electricity
220 volts AC, 50Hz. Round two-pin plugs are in use.
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Health
Risks
No health Risk. Health insurance is recommended. There are
high standards of medical care. |
Time
Zone
GMT + 1 (GMT + 2 from last Sunday in March to Saturday before
last Sunday in October). |
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Business
Hours
Banking hours: Mon-Fri 0900-1200 and 1400-1630.
Office hours: Mon-Fri 0900-1200 and 1400-1700. |
Climate
Situated at the heart of Mediterranean Europe, the Principality
of Monaco enjoys a particularly mild climate, with more
than 300 days of sunshine per year. In winter, temperatures
average between 45 to 58 degrees Farenheit with sunny days
and cool nights. In the springtime, "Le Mistral" wind creates
crystal clear skies with temperatures in the 50s-60s. Most
summers are in the 80s with hot spells for a week or so
in July and August. Sea breezes cool down the evenings.
One of the loveliest times to be in Monaco is fall. With
temperatures in the 60s to 70s, people are still sun-tanning
on the beach until mid-October. |
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