Blog on real estate in Monaco
Monaco inheritance and the UK: long-term residence matters
A Monaco apartment may remain within UK Inheritance Tax after its owner has left the UK. From 6 April 2025, the treatment of directly owned foreign assets generally turns on long-term UK residence, rather than simply the former domicile test.
Monaco’s property market: understanding cycles and scarcity
Monaco’s property market has distinctive features, but it is not isolated from economic developments. Assessing its resilience requires a distinction between observed evidence and assumptions about buyers and their motivations.
Exclusive or open listing in Monaco: choosing your sales mandate
An exclusive or open listing determines how your Monaco property sale is organized. The right choice depends on the proposed service, your need for coordination and the terms of the mandate.
Estate planning in Monaco: preparing a property transfer
Planning the inheritance of a Monaco apartment involves three separate questions: who receives the property, what taxes and costs arise, and how the apartment will be managed afterwards. International families need to address each question explicitly.
Transferring Monaco property: sale, gift or inheritance
A sale, lifetime gift and inheritance serve different purposes and may attract different duties. Identify the intended transaction, rights transferred and people involved before transferring a Monaco apartment.
Preparing an apartment for sale in Monaco: practical priorities
Good preparation helps buyers understand an apartment’s qualities and any work required. Present it accurately and choose improvements proportionate to the sale project.
Pope Leo’s Visit to Monaco: A Defining Moment for the Principality’s Global Prestige
Pope Leo’s visit to Monaco marks a rare and symbolic moment for the Principality, reinforcing its status as one of the most prestigious destinations in the world. Officially welcomed by H.S.H. Prince Albert II, the event brought global attention to Monaco’s unique blend of heritage, security, and exclusivity.
Buying a Monaco apartment through a company or holding structure: tax and acquisition costs
Monaco’s real estate tax system remains attractive in 2026, with transfer duties of 4.75% for individuals and 7.5% for companies. However, recent reforms have significantly strengthened transparency rules, particularly regarding beneficial ownership and structured acquisitions. This guide explains the real cost of buying property in Monaco and the key risks investors must understand.
