You generally cannot have a pet monkey as they are wild animals and illegal to keep as pets in many states and cities. Monkeys are considered exotic animals, and the permits for keeping them in captivity can be expensive and difficult to obtain. In most areas, if you want to keep a wild monkey as a pet, you’ll need to visit an accredited wildlife sanctuary and request to adopt a primate.
Sanctuaries are the safest places for monkeys, and the staff can educate you on the requirements of keeping a pet monkey, which include specialized housing, diet, and enrichment activities.