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

Citizens of Uruguay can visit Vatican City without a visa.

*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
- **How to apply:** No visa needed — just go
- **Government fee:** No visa fee
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months

## How to apply

1. **Ensure passport validity** — Confirm your Uruguayan passport is valid for the planned period of stay.
2. **Travel to Vatican City** — Enter Vatican City at any border point; no visa is required for Uruguayan citizens.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport** (Identity): A passport valid for at least 6 months beyond the intended stay is required.

## Good to know

- Vatican City has no accommodation for foreigners; short visits only are possible as per Italian visa rules.
- De facto follows Italian visa policy; ensure compliance with Schengen entry conditions.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Invalid or expired passport** — Carry a valid passport with at least 6 months validity.
- **Non-compliance with Italian/Schengen entry rules** — Verify you meet the standard Schengen entry requirements (e.g., no overstay, sufficient funds, onward ticket if asked).

## FAQs

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

Citizens of Uruguay can visit Vatican City without a visa.

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

Valid passport.

### How long must my passport be valid for Vatican City?

At least 6 months.

## More

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