MONACO, 16 March 2026 — Monaco’s National Council has received Bill No. 1,124, which seeks to strengthen the right to open a bank account established by the Law of 8 July 2020, while preserving anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing requirements.   Under the bill, banks would have 45 working days to process a complete application. If a bank failed to respond within that period, its silence would be treated as an implicit refusal, allowing the applicant to ask the Budget and Treasury Department to appoint another institution.   The scheme would also be extended to holders of joint accounts seeking an individual account and to customers who have been notified that their existing account will be closed. The latter could begin the procedure before the closure takes effect.   The bill also provides for written notification of refusals, the possibility of requesting the appointment of another bank, and an expedited court procedure to challenge certain refusals or account closures.   Derived from a proposal adopted by the National Council in October 2024, the bill must still be examined and passed before entering into force.

In a tax ruling published on 9 September 2026, the French tax authorities have clarified an area of uncertainty and confirmed that the VAT reverse charge mechanism applicable to subcontracted work relating to immovable property also applies in Monaco.   What does this mean in practice in Monaco?   Where a subcontractor carries out work falling within the scope of the reverse charge mechanism for a Monaco-based customer subject to VAT, the relevant services are invoiced without VAT, with the wording “Reverse charge”, and the Monaco-based customer is responsible for accounting for the corresponding VAT.   Particular attention should also be paid to the terms of the subcontracting agreement. Where a single contract includes both services that are subject to the reverse charge mechanism and other services that, if considered separately, would not fall within its scope, the entire supply under the contract is subject to the reverse charge mechanism.   This clarification therefore has practical implications for Monaco-based companies operating in the construction sector, property developers and real estate professionals, who should ensure that their subcontracting agreements, invoicing and VAT reporting obligations are treated appropriately.   📌 Reference: BOFiP, BOI-RES-TVA-000269, 9 September 2026.  

Monaco: Bill establishing the proposed 2026 Amended State Budget submitted   On 30 June 2026, the Princely Government submitted Bill no. 1,127 establishing the Amended State Budget for the 2026 financial year. The Bill revises the revenue and expenditure forecasts set out in the 2026 Initial Budget to reflect changes in the economic environment and the progress of public projects.   Revenue revised downwards By way of background, Law no. 1,586 of 19 December 2025 established Monaco’s Initial State Budget for the 2026 financial year. Budget revenue was initially estimated at €2.217 billion, compared with €2.489 billion under the 2025 Amended Budget, representing a decrease of approximately 11%. The 2026 Amended Budget now forecasts revenue of €2.145 billion. This represents a reduction of €71.9 million, or 3.3%, compared with the Initial Budget. The decrease mainly results from lower tax receipts, particularly net Monaco VAT revenue and business profits tax. This reduction is nevertheless partly offset by increases in: State property income and revenue; revenue generated by administrative services.   Expenditure also adjusted Budget expenditure has been reduced to €2.139 billion, compared with €2.208 billion under the Initial Budget. This represents a decrease of almost €69 million, or 3.1%. The overall adjustment reflects two contrasting developments.   Increase in ordinary expenditure Ordinary expenditure has increased by €42.4 million, representing a 3% rise compared with the Initial Budget. This increase is mainly attributable to higher operating expenditure and public interventions.   Reduction in capital and investment expenditure Capital and investment expenditure has been reduced by €111.5 million, or 14%. This decrease notably results from the postponement or rescheduling of several major projects, leading to a revision of the timetable for expenditure initially planned for 2026.   The proposed 2026 Amended State Budget provides for a surplus Despite the reduction in revenue and the adjustment of expenditure, the proposed 2026 Amended Budget provides for a positive balance. The projected surplus, initially set at €8.8 million in the Initial Budget, has been revised to €5.9 million. The proposed Amended Budget therefore confirms the continued balance of Monaco’s public finances, notwithstanding lower projected tax revenue and changes to the public investment timetable.   Improved position of the Special Treasury Accounts The Special Treasury Accounts also show an improved financial position. Their overall balance, initially projected to record a deficit of €2.7 million under the Initial Budget, would become a surplus of €2 million under the proposed 2026 Amended Budget.   Key figures from the proposed 2026 Amended Budget Revenue: €2.145 billion Expenditure: €2.139 billion Projected surplus: €5.9 million Reduction in revenue compared with the Initial Budget: €71.9 million Reduction in expenditure compared with the Initial Budget: almost €69 million Special Treasury Accounts balance: +€2 million   Bill no. 1,127 will now continue through Monaco’s legislative process.