--- title: Monaco visa for citizens of South Sudan description: "Citizens of South Sudan need a visa for Monaco and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Stay up to 90 days. Fee: €80. Processing: 15–45 days. Documents checklist and application steps." canonical: https://nowah.xyz/visa/monaco/south-sudan lastModified: 2026-09-05 --- # Monaco visa for citizens of South Sudan Citizens of South Sudan need a visa for Monaco and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. *Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.* ## Key facts - **Entry route:** Embassy / VFS · Long-stay visa (Schengen type D or national visa, required for stays over 90 days) - **How to apply:** In-person at an embassy or visa center - **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days - **Entries:** Single entry - **Processing time:** 15–45 days - **Government fee:** €80 - **Passport validity:** At least 6 months - **Biometrics:** Required - **Appointment:** Required - **Interview:** Not required - **Onward or return ticket:** Not required - **Proof of funds:** Bank statements showing sufficient funds for the stay (approx. €65 per day) ## How to apply 1. **Determine visa type and prepare documents** — Identify that you need a long-stay visa (type D) for stays over 90 days; gather all required documents listed on France Visas website. 2. **Complete the visa application form online** — Fill the long-stay visa application form on France Visas portal (france-visas.gouv.fr) and print the confirmation. 3. **Book an appointment at the nearest French embassy/consulate or VFS centre** — Appointments available for biometric data enrollment; schedule via VFS Global or embassy website. 4. **Pay the visa fee** — Fee of €80 (subject to change) paid at appointment by card or cash; service fee may apply at VFS centres. 5. **Submit application and biometrics in person** — Bring all documents, passport, photographs, and appointment confirmation; provide fingerprints and photo. 6. **Wait for processing** — Processing takes 15 to 45 calendar days; track application online via France Visas. 7. **Collect passport with visa sticker** — Passport is returned via courier or picked up from the visa centre; visa sticker affixed. ## Documents checklist - **Valid passport with at least 2 blank pages and valid for at least 6 months beyond the planned departure from the Schengen area** (Travel): Must be issued within the last 10 years - **Completed and signed long-stay visa application form** (Supporting): Download from France Visas website - **Recent passport-sized photographs (35x45 mm, white background)** (Supporting): Must meet ICAO standards - **Proof of accommodation in Monaco (hotel reservation, rental agreement, or letter of invitation)** (Travel): For entire stay duration - **Round-trip flight itinerary or proof of travel arrangements** (Travel): Confirmed booking, not necessarily paid ticket - **Travel health insurance covering Schengen area with minimum €30,000 coverage** (Supporting): Valid for entire stay - **Bank statements for the last 3-6 months showing sufficient funds** (Financial): Minimum €65 per day of stay - **Proof of employment or student status (employment letter, payslips, or enrollment letter)** (Employment): Or proof of self-employment - **Cover letter explaining purpose of stay and travel itinerary** (Supporting): Clearly state intention to comply with visa rules - **Copy of previous Schengen visas (if any)** (Supporting, optional): Helps demonstrate travel history - **Proof of civil status (marriage certificate, birth certificate for minors)** (Supporting, optional): Only if applicable - **No-objection letter from employer or school (if employed/studying)** (Employment, optional): Optional but recommended ## Proof of funds - **Minimum balance:** €65 per day of stay - Personal bank statements (last 3-6 months) - Sponsorship letter (if sponsored) Sponsorship may require additional proof of sponsor's income. ## Good to know - Monaco does not issue its own visas; all applications go through the French visa system. - You must apply at the French embassy or consulate in the country where you legally reside. - Long-stay visa (type D) is required for stays exceeding 90 days; for shorter stays (up to 90 days) a short-stay Schengen visa (type C) may suffice, but South Sudan passport holders generally need a visa. - Visa fees are non-refundable if application is rejected. ## Common refusal reasons - **Incomplete or incorrect application form** — Double-check all fields; use official France Visas form. - **Insufficient financial means** — Provide bank statements showing minimum €65 per day; if sponsored, include sponsor's proof. - **Weak ties to home country** — Include employment letter, property deeds, family ties; demonstrate intent to return. - **Invalid passport (less than 6 months validity or damaged)** — Renew passport before applying. ## FAQs ### Do citizens of South Sudan need a visa for Monaco? Citizens of South Sudan need a visa for Monaco and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Long-stay visa (Schengen type D or national visa, required for stays over 90 days). ### How long can citizens of South Sudan stay in Monaco? Up to 90 days. ### How much does the Monaco visa cost for citizens of South Sudan? Government fee: €80. ### How long does Monaco visa processing take? Typically 15–45 days. ### What documents do citizens of South Sudan need for Monaco? Valid passport with at least 2 blank pages and valid for at least 6 months beyond the planned departure from the Schengen area; Completed and signed long-stay visa application form; Recent passport-sized photographs (35x45 mm, white background); Proof of accommodation in Monaco (hotel reservation, rental agreement, or letter of invitation); Round-trip flight itinerary or proof of travel arrangements; Travel health insurance covering Schengen area with minimum €30,000 coverage; and 6 more. ### How long must my passport be valid for Monaco? At least 6 months. ## More - [Monaco visa for every passport](/visa/monaco) - [Every destination for South Sudan passport holders](/visa/passport/south-sudan)