Monaco Rule of Law
Rule of Law RL.EST
Monaco's rule of law was 1.47 in 2025, ranked 20th globally. This represents a 0.7% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank WGI, covering 1996–2025.
Overview
Monaco's rule of law stood at 1.47 in 2025, a decline of +0.01 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 1.47 by 2025. Monaco ranked 20th globally.
Monaco’s rule‑of‑law score rose from 0.81 in 1996 to a peak of 1.54 in 2018 before settling at 1.47 in 2025, placing the principality 20th worldwide. The upward trajectory reflects sustained reforms in judicial independence and regulatory transparency, while the modest dip to a trough of 0.78 in 2005 coincided with broader European governance challenges. Monaco’s 2025 rating matches that of Andorra (1.47) and exceeds Australia’s 1.42, yet remains slightly below Sweden’s 1.53, suggesting that the micro‑state has achieved a level of legal robustness comparable to high‑performing peers despite its limited size. The 25‑year coverage indicates a consistent improvement path, with the 2018 peak marking the most advanced institutional environment in its recent history. Continued alignment with international best practices and investment in digital justice platforms could reinforce this positive momentum, potentially advancing Monaco’s rank further in the coming years.
Data & projection
| Year | Rule of Law | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 1.47 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 1.47 | - | - |
| 2025 | 1.47 | −0.01 | #20 |
| 2023 | 1.48 | −0.01 | #19 |
| 2022 | 1.49 | +0.10 | #21 |
| 2021 | 1.39 | +0.02 | #23 |
| 2020 | 1.37 | −0.14 | #23 |
| 2019 | 1.51 | −0.03 | #20 |
| 2018 | 1.54 | +0.00 | #20 |
| 2017 | 1.54 | +0.02 | #21 |
| 2016 | 1.51 | −0.00 | #20 |
| 2015 | 1.51 | +0.58 | #22 |
| 2013 | 0.93 | +0.00 | #44 |
| 2012 | 0.93 | −0.01 | #45 |
| 2011 | 0.94 | +0.06 | #44 |
| 2010 | 0.88 | −0.06 | #46 |
| 2009 | 0.94 | +0.04 | #41 |
Analysis
Monaco's rule of law was 1.47 in 2025, a decline of −0.01 from 2024. Based on trends, estimated 1.47 by 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions
Monaco's rule of law was 1.47 in 2025. Ranked 20th globally. This represents a 0.7% decrease from the previous year.
Monaco's rule of law peaked at 1.54 in 2018.
The lowest rule of law in Monaco was 0.78 in 2005.
Monaco ranks 20th globally in rule of law as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is RL.EST. Data sourced from World Bank WGI.
Monaco's rule of law is projected to reach 1.47 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The rule of law of Monaco in 2025 was 1.47. This ranks 20th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_monaco_rule-of-law,
title = {Monaco Rule of Law},
url = {https://historysaid.com/monaco/rule-of-law/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}