GUIDE FOR STUDYING IN MONACO

Before your arrival

Where to live?
Students often ask for advice and recommendations about where to live. Monaco is bordered by France on
three sides and by the Mediterranean Sea on the other side.

IUM is located in the La Condamine area of Monaco, which make the French cities of Cap d'Ail and
Beausoleil popular locations for our students - within walking distance or a short bus ride. Roquebrune-Cap-
Martin and, a bit further east, Menton, are also a very quick train ride away (about 10mn). If you wish to live
in a bigger city in France, Nice, further west, is at only 20mns by train. IUM on the map.
More on Transportation
Housing
Finding a place to live is one of the first things you will need to consider.

As part of the INSEEC U group, we have a partnership with a student housing platform where landlords and
rental agencies can post their accommodation offers. IUM candidates are given the access code to the
platform when their application is accepted. https://inseec.studapart.com/en/search/

Similarly we have created a private facebook group, which can also be accessed when acceptance at IUM
is verified.

Tips for renting in France

 It is recommended to pay for your accommodation through a money transfer directly from your bank, avoid third party websites.
 Check the address of an accommodation on Google maps.
 Do not transfer the total money amount to the accommodation provider until you see the place. You may be asked to pay several
months’ rent before the entrance.
 Always do an “état des lieux” (inventory/walkthrough), taking photos and writing down everything that is in the apartment prior to
moving in, as well as the condition of each of the rooms.
 It will be very useful to have at least one bill under your name, be it utilities, phone, renter’s insurance, etc. These documents are
considered a proof of address, “justificatif de domicile”, which is frequently required to open a bank account or to subscribe to a
mobile phone provider for instance.
 In France it is mandatory to subscribe to a renter’s insurance that will cover the accommodation and your belongings in case of
fire, water damage, etc. This insurance also usually comes with “Responsabilité Civile”, a personal liability insurance, which is
also mandatory.
Visa Application for Non-EU Citizens

If you are a non-EU citizen, you will need to apply for a Visa at the Consulate of France (or Embassy of
France or Visa Center) of your country of residence as soon as you are admitted at IUM. Monaco
doesn’t have its own visa services; all applications go through the French consular authorities.

Important: it may take a while to get an appointment, so this is an administrative procedure that you
need to start taking care of as soon as possible. Our Student Services office will be happy to guide you
through this process, so don’t hesitate to get in touch with any of your questions.

Which visa you apply for depends on the country where you decide to live. So look carefully at the
housing offers before deciding which one to go for.

 If you choose to live in Monaco, you will need to apply for a Long stay Student visa.
 If you choose to live in France, you will need to apply for a Long Stay Visitor Visa called VLS-TS
type D visitor. This visa allows you to reside in France and study in Monaco.

Steps

1. Check if you need a visa : https://france-visas.gouv.fr/en_US/web/france-visas

2. Before making an appointment with the French Consulate/Embassy, contact the Student Services
office so we can give you all the information and supporting documents you will need.
Bachelors’ Students: studentservices.bachelor@monaco.edu
Masters’ Students: studentservices.master@monaco.edu.
 3. Once you have talked to one of our student services officers, locate the closest Consulate/Embassy
https://france-visas.gouv.fr/en_US/web/france-visas/countrychoice?caller=change to make an
appointment.
4. There will be several documents to bring to your appointment, which will be detailed by the
consulate/embassy during the visa application process.
5. Upon your arrival, you will have a limited time to complete the residency procedure. We will help you
with this step once you arrive at IUM.

Some guidelines

 Studying in Monaco and living in France is a particular status, but common for IUM students.
The one thing to keep in mind is to make sure that when you apply for your Long Stay Visitor
Visa type D (VLS-TS) for France, you do not go through the organization called Campus
France. It is set up by the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs to help foreign students study in
France, which will not be your status.
 The type of documents you will need depends on each country, so please make sure you
check with your consulate/embassy as early as possible.
 As an indication, these are a few of the document you will need for a visa in France: birth
certificate original + official French translation, high school or undergraduate diploma,
certificate of admission from IUM, Visa Letter from the Student Services. For a student visa
in Monaco you will also need to show a housing contract in Monaco, a copy of your criminal
record from your country of citizenship and your country of residence if they are different, a
proof of financial resources (bank statements from your parents or yourself). The exact list of
documents will be provided to you by the consulate/embassy during your visa application
process.
Your arrival in Monaco
Getting to Monaco

The nearest airport is Nice Côte d'Azur Airport, in France. From there, you can reach Monaco in about 30 to
45mn.

• Bus Line 110 for 22€/person

• Taxi for about 90€
• If you wish to live the Monaco experience, helicopter rides are an option: it will take you 7mn
to get to Monaco, and costs 130€!

More about transportation

Booking your flight to Nice early will ensure that you get the best prices!

Opening a Bank Account in France

The most common type of bank account is called a “compte courant”. It will be useful to have a local bank
account if you need a phone/internet subscription. Several banks in the neighbouring towns of Cap d’Ail
and Beausoleil count IUM students in their clients, so there are a few options available to you.

To open an account, you will need to provide:

 - ID or passport card
- Justificatif de domicile (see tips)
- Your housing contract (make sure your name appears in it)
- Your Letter of Admission received from IUM
- For minors it will be easier if you come with one legal guardian
- Some banks will require an initial deposit but some others don’t. Make sure you check with a couple
of banks first, and feel free to contact Student Services if you need any advice!

Insurances

Health Insurance
All students are required to have a health insurance during their studies - “Assurance santé”. This insurance
needs to cover them in Monaco and in their country of residence (France or Italy), if different from Monaco.
IUM needs to keep a record of the students’ health insurances, so it is important you communicate those
details to us as soon as possible.

Personal Liability Insurance

It is also mandatory for everyone to be covered by a personal liability insurance - “Responsabilité civile”.
This liability insurance is quite often included in the home insurance contract.

IUM needs to keep copies of the students’ Health and Personal Liability insurances. These documents must
be given to Student Services at the latest on Orientation day.
Renter’s Insurance
For your protection, French law requires tenants to have renter’s insurance - “Assurance habitation”. This
insurance covers:

• Damage or loss of personal property (including computers and valuable items) in case of theft, fire
or water damage.
• Theft and damage to the landlord’s property or belongings and repairs for broken glass to windows
or sliding doors.

You will be asked to give an estimated value of your personal property and the housing insurance price will
be adjusted accordingly. Obviously, if you make a claim for theft you must obtain a police report and have
evidence that your apartment has been broken into.

A lot of our students have taken out the Crystal Studies insurance, which offers both health and personal
liability coverage.
We have been working with the insurance broker Ascoma Jutheau Husson in Monaco which can provide
the three above mentioned type of insurances, and the Student Services office can help you with this
process if you wish to.
Phone & Internet
In France there are several mobile and internet providers. The four main actors are: Orange, Bouygues
Telecom, SFR, and Free . You can walk into any of their stores (“boutique”) and in most places you should
be able to get information in English.
In Monaco, the phone and internet provider is Monaco Telecom. There is a shop near IUM where you will
get information in English.

To subscribe to any provider, you will need your identification document (ID card or passport), your local
bank account information, and in many cases a document showing where you live “Justificatif de domicile”.

Bring a plug adaptor. France uses type E plugs – 220V

Unlock your phone with your mobile provider in your home country so that you can use a local
SIM card.
During your stay
Orientation at IUM
This is very important for all new students. During this time, you will have a formal presentation of your
program by your Program Director, you will meet the members of the Student Services and the Academics
offices. This is when you will show us all the original versions of the documents you uploaded during the
online application. We will also give you your student card, show you how to use all our online services,
give you your class schedule, etc. During this time there will be English placement tests for those students
who need to be assessed. All staff members will be available for any questions you may have

At the end of the orientation week, we typically organize a party for all our new students with professors and
staff. This is a nice way to start the new academic year!
Transportation
Car
By motorway A8 exit Monaco. From Nice Côte d'Azur Airport, the Principality can be reached in about 30
minutes. There are a lot of parking lots in Monaco.

Bus
The French bus company that serves the area from Nice to Italy is called Lignes d’Azur. The closest bus
stop to IUM is called “Place d’Armes”. Bus line 100 from Nice port stops there. You can find the bus fares
on the bus company website

The CAM, Monaco’s bus company, offers daily, monthly, and annual passes. With your IUM student card
you will have access to special rates for students. For more information please go to their website:
Compagnie des Autobus de Monaco

Train
The SNCF, the French national railway company, has one station that serves the principality of Monaco
(Monaco-Monte Carlo station). It is on the line that connects Nice to Ventimiglia in Italy. This line makes
living and traveling between Nice and Monaco very convenient. Once you have arrived at the station, walk
all the way to the end of the platform and after a couple of staircases and moving sidewalks, take the Port
Hercule rue Grimaldi exit on your left. IUM is located in Le Stella building, the tall wavy white building on the
left down the steps. There are train passes available to students for a very affordable discount price. For
information go to the SNCF website
Helicopter
MONACAIR is Monaco’s helicopter company. It allows for very fast transfers from Nice Airport to Monaco
while enjoying panoramic sights of the area. For more information go to their website: MONACAIR
Entertainment

There is always something going on in Monaco. Whether they are internationally renowned events such as
the Grand Prix, or IUM-specific events, such as the International Business Days, there will always be
something to keep you busy and to allow you to live the Monaco Experience. Below you will find a table
with the biggest events in Monaco, at IUM and in the surroundings. A great source of information is the
Monaco Tourist Center: Visit Monaco
The French area around Monaco, the famed “Côte d’Azur” or “French Riviera”, also has a lot for you to
discover. Explore the Côte d’Azur

Monaco Events IUM Events Other Events

Welcome
September Yacht Show
Dinner
November Monaco Fair / Sportel
Monaco Christmas
December
Market
The Monte Carlo
January International Circus
Festival
Fête des Citrons in Menton / Nice
February
Carnival
 International
March Business
Days
Top Marques /
Rolex Masters / Luxury
April Anti-Aging / Symposium
Ocean Week
Historical Grand Prix /
May The Mark Cannes Festival
Monaco Grand Prix
Graduation Cannes Lions Festival International of
June
Day creativity
Juillet Herculis
Practical Information
Opening hours
Building: Monday to Friday: 08:00 – 20:00
Saturday: 13:00 – 18:00

Facilities
- Reception
- Entrance security system
- Cafeteria
- Event & Career Services
- Alumni Office
- Library
- Academic Office (school certificate, transcript, student ID card)
- Student Services Office (guidance on housing, insurance, visa and residency paperwork support)
- Computer labs and Printers
- Vending Machines & Water fountains
- Student Association
Enjoy Monaco safely

Emergency numbers
112 European Emergency Number (Fire station, Ambulance, Police)

93 15 30 15 Police headquarters in Monaco

97 98 99 00 Hospital Princesse Grace

 Pauline & Seanti

Student Services Bachelor: Pauline HARKNESS

studentservices.bachelor@monaco.edu

Student Services Master/MBA/DBA: Seanti EL OUARDANI

studentservices.master@monaco.edu