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title: Switzerland visa for citizens of Vatican City
description: Citizens of Vatican City can visit Switzerland without a visa for up to 90 days. Documents checklist and application steps.
canonical: https://nowah.xyz/visa/switzerland/vatican-city
lastModified: 2026-09-05
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# Switzerland visa for citizens of Vatican City

Citizens of Vatican City can visit Switzerland without a visa for up to 90 days.

*Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Visa-free · Schengen short-stay (90 days in any 180-day period)
- **How to apply:** No visa needed — just go
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days
- **Entries:** Multiple entry
- **Government fee:** No visa fee
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required

## How to apply

1. **Travel to Switzerland** — Present your valid Vatican City passport at the Swiss border / Schengen entry point.
2. **Border inspection** — Answer any questions and be prepared to show your onward travel and proof of accommodation if asked.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid Passport (minimum 3 months validity beyond intended departure from the Schengen area)** (Identity): Passport must be valid for at least 3 months after leaving the Schengen area.
- **Flight Itinerary / Onward Ticket (not always demanded but recommended)** (Travel, optional): May be requested upon entry to show intent to leave.

## Good to know

- Visa-free stay is limited to 90 days within any 180-day period in the entire Schengen Area.
- Overstaying may result in fines, entry bans, or deportation.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Not meeting the 90/180 day rule** — Keep track of days spent in Schengen in the past 180 days and ensure you do not exceed 90.
- **Lack of sufficient funds or return ticket** — Carry proof of accommodation and onward travel (e.g., return ticket) and evidence of sufficient funds for your stay.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Vatican City need a visa for Switzerland?

Citizens of Vatican City can visit Switzerland without a visa for up to 90 days. Visa type: Schengen short-stay (90 days in any 180-day period).

### How long can citizens of Vatican City stay in Switzerland?

Up to 90 days without a visa.

### What documents do citizens of Vatican City need for Switzerland?

Valid Passport (minimum 3 months validity beyond intended departure from the Schengen area); Flight Itinerary / Onward Ticket (not always demanded but recommended).

## More

- [Switzerland visa for every passport](/visa/switzerland)
- [Every destination for Vatican City passport holders](/visa/passport/vatican-city)