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Vatican City visa for citizens of the United States

Visa-free

Citizens of the United States can visit Vatican City without a visa.

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Key facts

Entry routeVisa-free
How to applyNo visa needed — just go
Government feeNo visa fee
BiometricsNot required
AppointmentNot required
InterviewNot required

Good to know

  • Vatican City has open borders but de facto follows Italian visa policy. No foreign accommodations; residency restricted to Vatican citizens only. Even though no hotels exist in the Vatican, there is no limit to how many times a person may enter the country.

FAQ

Do citizens of the United States need a visa for Vatican City?

Citizens of the United States can visit Vatican City without a visa.

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