Office and Business Centre Solutions in Monaco

Business Centre Tiers in Monaco

Monaco offers multiple business centre solutions, organized by level of access, duration, and eligibility. Understanding the tiers helps you choose the right fit for your stage and needs.

Tier Overview

Quick Comparison Table

Detailed Tier Descriptions

Tier 1: Start Up MC

For: Monegasque nationals (first-time entrepreneurs)

Duration: 6 months, renewable once

Access: Flexible (varies by location)

Features:

• Shared workspace
• Professional business environment
• Meeting room access (limited)
• Networking events
• Basic mentoring or support

Cost: Pricing varies by location

Conditions:

• Must be resident of Monaco or recent arrival
• First business venture (or substantial restart)
• Active participation expected

Progression: Typically graduates to Primo or other tier after 6–12 months

Best for: Monegasques testing business concept, brand new entrepreneurs

Tier 2: Start Up (Non-Monegasque)

For: Non-Monegasques launching companies

Duration: 3 months, renewable once

Access: Flexible

Features:

• Shared workspace
• Basic facilities and amenities
• Networking opportunities
• Limited mentoring

Cost: Pricing varies

Conditions:

• Non-resident or business launched recently
• Active business status
• Renewable for additional 3-month period

Progression: Move to Primo or Dedicated tier after 3–6 months

Best for: Non-resident entrepreneurs validating business concept

Tier 3: Primo

For: All individuals and entities

Duration: Maximum 3 years

Access: Minimum 1 day per week commitment

Features:

• Fixed or flex desk
• Professional office environment
• Utilities included
• Shared facilities and meeting rooms
• Business address option
• Networking events
• Optional mentoring (at some locations)

Cost: Variable by location and provider (typically €200–€400/month)

Conditions:

• Minimum 1 day/week presence required
• Maximum 3-year stay
• After 3 years, must graduate to Campus or Exclusive Office

Progression: Graduates to Primo+ (unlimited) or Exclusive Office tier

Who uses it:

• Entrepreneurs maintaining other work while building business
• Companies with remote/flexible work structure
• Early-stage growth phase businesses

Best for: Year 1–3 businesses, flexible work models

Tier 4: Primo+

For: All individuals and entities

Duration: Unlimited

Access: Full-time+ (flexible hours, often 24/7 available)

Features:

• Private or dedicated desk
• Professional facilities
• Utilities, internet, phone line
• Meeting and event spaces
• Business address included
• Networking and events
• Mentoring and support available

Cost: Variable (typically €300–€600+/month)

Conditions:

• Full-time presence expected
• Can stay indefinitely (graduation optional)
• Often requires active business operation proof

Progression: No progression needed; can remain indefinitely or move to own premises

Who uses it:

• Full-time founders and small teams
• Companies not ready for own office
• Growing businesses 2–5 years old

Best for: Growth-stage companies, full-time teams

Tier 5: Campus

For: SARL, SNC, SCS (partnership and limited liability structures only)

Duration: Maximum 3 years

Access: Full-time operation

Features:

• Private office space (size varies)
• All utilities and services included
• Professional environment
• Shared facilities available
• Business address and registered office possible
• Networking and events
• Business support services

Cost: Variable (typically €400–€1,000+/month depending on size)

Conditions:

• Must be SARL, SNC, or SCS (partnerships/limited liability)
• Full-time operation required
• Cannot exceed 3 years in Campus
• After 3 years, graduate to Campus+

Size specifications:

• SAM (public company): May have specific space requirements
• SARL/SNC: Standard private office (varies)

Progression: Graduates to Campus+ (unlimited) or own premises

Who uses it:

• Small partnerships and limited companies
• Year 1–3 growth phase
• Teams of 2–5 people

Best for: Structured partnerships and limited liability companies

Tier 6: Campus+

For: SARL, SNC, SCS (partnerships and limited liability only)

Duration: Unlimited (after Campus graduation)

Access: Full-time+ (flexible hours)

Features:

• Private office space
• All services and amenities
• Business address and possibly registered office
• Unlimited stay post-Campus
• Full facilities access
• Advanced support services

Cost: Variable (typically €500–€1,500+/month)

Conditions:

• Must complete Campus tier first (or equivalent)
• Partnership/limited liability structure
• Can remain indefinitely

Progression: Can stay indefinitely or move to own premises; no further graduation needed

Who uses it:

• Established partnerships and companies
• Teams of 5+ people
• Long-term Monaco-based operations

Best for: Mature partnerships seeking stable workspace

Tier 7: Exclusive Office

For: All entity types (sole trader, SARL, SAM, SURL, all structures)

Duration: Unlimited

Access: 24/7 (full access)

Features:

• Private office space (size customizable)
• Complete facilities and services
• Utilities, internet, phone, support staff
• Professional business environment
• Can be registered office location
• Full business services access
• Meeting rooms and event facilities

Space requirements (typical):

• SAM companies: 25m² minimum
• All other entities: 9m² minimum

Cost: Variable based on size and services

• Small office: €425–€600/month
• Medium office: €600–€1,200/month
• Larger space: €1,200+/month

Conditions:

• Available to all entity types immediately
• Flexible lease terms (usually 1–3 years renewable)
• Can remain indefinitely

Progression: No progression; can remain indefinitely or relocate

Who uses it:

• Companies needing privacy (legal, consulting, professional services)
• Client-facing businesses
• Teams requiring confidentiality
• Established companies
• Any stage that values privacy and professional image

Best for: Professional services, client-facing businesses, privacy-critical work

Comparison: Monaco Boost vs. Other Centres

Monaco Boost (Special Program)

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Business Centre Tiers (Broader availability)

Choosing Your Business Centre

Decision Matrix by Stage

Startup Phase (0–3 months)

• Best: Start Up MC (Monegasques) or Start Up (non-Monegasques)
• Why: Lowest cost, testing phase, networking

Growth Phase (3–12 months)

• Best: Primo or Monaco Boost (Dedicated)
• Why: Affordable, 1 day/week flexibility, professional environment

Scaling Phase (1–3 years)

• Best: Primo+, Campus, or Monaco Boost (Exclusive)
• Why: Full-time workspace, growing team, professional support

Mature Phase (3+ years)

• Best: Campus+, Primo+, Exclusive Office, or own premises
• Why: Unlimited access, established image, team expansion capacity

Decision by Business Model

Remote/Flexible Work

• Primo (1 day/week minimum keeps costs low)
• Monaco Boost Hot Desk (cheapest option)

Professional Services (Lawyers, Accountants, Consultants)

• Exclusive Office (client-facing, confidentiality)
• Campus or Campus+ (if partnership structure)

Tech/Startup

• Monaco Boost (mentoring, investor access)
• Primo+ (networking, ecosystem)

Partnership/Team Business

• Campus (SARL/SNC/SCS specific)
• Campus+ (long-term growth)

Sole Trader/Solo Practitioner

• Start Up tier (validation phase)
• Primo (flexible growth)
• Exclusive Office (professional image)

Application and Joining Process

For Monaco Boost Tiers

1. Monitor Journal de Monaco for calls
2. Prepare business plan
3. Submit application by deadline
4. Approvals Committee review (4–8 weeks)
5. Sign service contract (1 year)
6. Onboarding and workspace allocation

For Other Business Centres

1. Identify centre and tier
2. Contact centre manager
3. Tour facilities
4. Discuss availability and terms
5. Sign lease or service agreement
6. Move in and setup

Cost Considerations

Total Cost of Business Centre Workspace

Monthly costs typically include:

• Workspace (desk or office)
• Utilities (electricity, water, heating)
• Internet and basic IT
• Shared facilities (meeting rooms, common areas)
• Business address for registration
• Limited support services

May NOT include:

• Telephone line (sometimes additional €20–€50/month)
• Parking (sometimes separate)
• Additional meeting room rentals
• Advanced business support or consulting
• Insurance
• Supplies and equipment

Budget Example

Solo entrepreneur (Year 1–3)

• Primo centre: €300/month
• Phone/parking: €50/month
• Accounting software: €50/month
• Internet/communication: €30/month
• Total: €430/month (workspace + essentials)

Small team (Year 2–5)

• Primo+ or Campus: €600/month
• Services (accounting, payroll): €400/month
• Phone/parking: €100/month
• Insurance: €100/month
• Software and tools: €100/month
• Total: €1,300/month (workspace + support)

Graduation and Transitioning

When to Graduate

• Start Up → Primo: After 3–6 months if business is viable
• Primo → Primo+/Campus: After 1–2 years with team growth
• Campus → Campus+: After 3 years or when space needs grow
• Any → Own Premises: When cost and growth justify independent office

Post-Graduation Options

• Alumni networks: Some centres offer continued networking
• Service arrangements: Can book facilities on demand
• Referral networks: Connections to permanent office spaces
• Advisory relationships: Ongoing mentoring available at some

Finding and Contacting Business Centres

Monaco Boost: contact@monacoboost.mc, (+377) 97 77 20 20

Other centres: Contact via MonEntreprise directory or local listings

Information: MonEntreprise.gouv.mc, Monaco Business Office (+377) 98 98 98 98

Note: This page is an informational resource based on official Monaco sources and does not replace professional banking, accounting, legal, or financial advice.