Monaco Import Regulations

Import Rules Based on Vehicle Origin

• • From EU countries: No customs clearance required.
• • Must provide a tax clearance certificate proving VAT paid or VAT exemption (only new vehicles subject to VAT).
• • Taxes depend on vehicle age, kilometers driven, and origin.
• • Customs duties of 10% of net vehicle value apply.
• • Vehicles can be exempt from customs duties and taxes during a move if: Used for at least 6 months.
• • Taxes paid in the country of origin.
• • Vehicle does not belong to the army.

Required Documents for Customs Procedures

• • Detailed, dated, signed inventory of personal belongings (2 copies).
• • Cerfa form no. 10070-03 (2 copies).
• • Certificate of residency change in France.
• • Registration certificate from the vehicle's origin country.
• • Vehicle purchase invoice including valid foreign license plates.

Customs Output (provided by customs)

• • Stamped inventory copy.
• • Customs clearance certificate no. 846A (needed for vehicle registration).

Import Franchise (Tax Exemption) Conditions (Non-EU)

• • Transfer of main residence to France.
• • Residency in a third country for at least 12 years.
• • Private use of the vehicle for at least 6 months before residence transfer.
• • Vehicle must be imported within 12 months after residence transfer.
• • Possession of tax clearance showing all import taxes paid.

Vehicle Registration in Monaco

• • Foreign gray card (registration certificate).
• • Transfer certificate or purchase invoice.
• • Manufacturer's complete certificate of conformity.
• • Tax receipt or customs clearance certificate no. 846A.
• • Application for registration certificate.
• • Driving license.
• • Residence certificate.