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What are the costs and procedures for exporting spirits from the UK to Monaco when only registered in the UK?
Exporting to Monaco from a UK-only registration is possible but expensive and complex. Members strongly recommend using a distributor or logistics consultant rather than attempting direct export. **Recommended contacts and options:** - **MPR** — can handle the export route from the UK and is noted as more cost-effective than alternatives - **La Rue** — recommended as a consulting option for Monaco export logistics - **Krupa consulting** — another consulting firm members suggested for this route **Cost expectations:** Monaco export logistics are significantly expensive. Members reported costs ranging from $5,000–$30,000 per month depending on the operation, with one member noting they had paid $10,000–$5,000 per month. Members warned "way too expensive" for direct handling and "do not recommend" attempting this without professional help. **Caveat:** The community consensus was strongly against attempting Monaco export without professional support, particularly for small shipments (e.g., 20 cases). Using a licensed distributor or consultant is the standard approach.
What are the costs and logistics options for a UK-registered company shipping stock to Monaco?
Shipping small quantities (e.g. 20 cases) from the UK to Monaco as a UK-only registered company is **not recommended** by members due to prohibitive costs. **Cost estimates shared:** - Members reported monthly shipping costs ranging from **$5k to $30k** depending on volume and logistics partner - One member noted costs of **$10k per month** as typical **Recommended alternatives:** - **MPR** — can cover shipments from the UK and is noted as more cost-effective than direct shipping - **La Rue** — logistics consultant specialising in European distribution - **Krupa Consulting** — alternative consultant for Monaco/European logistics Members' consensus: direct shipping to Monaco from the UK for small volumes (20 cases) is prohibitively expensive; using a specialist distributor or logistics consultant is the preferred route. The exact cost depends heavily on shipment size and logistics partner chosen.