Monaco Travel Safety
Travel Safety in Monaco
General travel safety in Monaco on a scale of 1 to 4 — where 1 is safe and 4 is dangerous. Data compiled on the basis of Canadian Department of Foreign Affairs.
Country
Monaco
Updates
Updated: 9 Oct 2024 • Still current at: 13 Oct 2024
Status
LEVEL 1 - Exercise normal safety precautions
Use common sense and look out for suspicious behaviour. Monitor the media and other sources for changes to local travelling conditions, safety and security concerns. Laws and social customs could differ significantly. You could face terrorist attacks, civil unrest, violent crime, or unique health threats - but overall, the risks are not great.
Safety and Security Tips
Taxis
Taxis are plentiful. Rental cars are widely available.
Rail transportation
A commuter train connects Monaco with Nice, France, where the nearest airport is located, and the Italian border to the east. The principality is also linked to France and Italy by high-speed trains, including the TGV.
Public transportation
The local bus system is inexpensive and convenient a stops at most tourist attractions.
Women's safety
Monaco is generally safe, women travelling alone should maintain personal security awareness. Avoid dark or non-tourist areas at night. Instead try to be around larger crowds, whether they are fellow tourists or local citizens. Women, particularly foreigners may be subject to unwanted male attention and catcalls in certain places. Be vigilant if approached by strangers seeking assistance and exercise common precautions throughout your travel.
Crime
The crime rate in Monaco is lower than in most European countries. Nevertheless, be vigilant in public places, tourist areas and at the Monaco train station, where petty crimes (including pickpocketing, purse snatching and theft from cars) may occur. Theft of passports or other important documents and possessions should be reported to the nearest police station.
Terrorism
There is a threat of terrorism in Europe. Terrorist attacks have occurred in a number of European cities and there is a potential for other violent incidents, which could target areas frequented by expatriates and foreign travellers. Continue to exercise normal security precautions.
Update 1 November 2020Emergency Calls
- Police112 or 17
- Fire112 or 18
- Ambulance112
Local Law and Culture
LGBT
Although the laws of Monaco do not prohibit sexual acts between individuals of the same sex. Society tends to be tolerant of homosexuality and same-sex relationships. Hate speech and incitement to hatred based on sexual orientation are banned.
Illegal drugs
Penalties for cultivation, possession, use or trafficking of illegal drugs are severe. Convicted offenders can expect long jail sentences.
Driving
You must be at least 18 years of age to drive a car in Monaco. An International Driving Permit is recommended. Penalties for drinking and driving are severe. Convicted offenders can expect heavy fines and jail sentences.
Update 1 November 2020Vaccinations and Medications
A doctor's consultation is required prior to any vaccinations being administered. This section is for informational purposes and does not exhaust all issues related to vaccination. Please contact your doctor for complete information on this subject.
Stay Healthy and Safe
Act in advance of to prevent. Check the vaccines and medicines list and visit your doctor at least 4-8 weeks before your trip to get vaccines or medicines you may need.
All travelers
You should be up to date on routine vaccinations while traveling to any destination. Some vaccinations may also be required in Monaco.
Before each trip, it is worth making sure that we are up to date with the routine vaccinations. These include vaccinations against measles, mumps and rubella, diphtheria, tetanus, whooping cough, chickenpox, polio and flu.
Prevention
- Get vaccinated
- Reduce your exposure to germs
Some travelers
Vaccinations and medications that may be recommended under certain conditions, depending on where you will be, the length of your stay and the nature of your stay.
Hepatitis A is a digestive disease caused by the hepatitis A virus and is closely related to a lack of good hygiene.
It can be asymptomatic, moderate, or very severe.
Prevention
- Get vaccinated
- Eat and drink safely
Hepatitis B is a disease caused by the hepatitis B virus.
Infection occurs through contact of injured skin or mucous membranes with virus-infected blood or other secretions (e.g. during sexual contact, through contaminated needles or as a result of medical procedures).
Prevention
- Get vaccinated
- Avoid sharing body fluids
- Avoid non-sterile medical or cosmetic equipment
Rabies is an acute infectious disease caused by neurotrophic viruses from the rhabdovirus family.
The infection is most often caused by biting a sick animal or other contact of its saliva with mucous membranes, conjunctiva or damaged skin.
Prevention
- Get vaccinated
- Keep away from animals
We have made every effort to ensure that the information presented reliably reflects the general safety situation in a given place. However, the data is provided for informational purposes only and we do not take responsibility for any damages or losses resulting from incorrect risk assessment. Before each trip, we recommend checking the current situation in the country of destination on the websites of the relevant Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
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