Vatican City Passport Visa Free Countries & Global Ranking

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Vatican City passport
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Explore visa-free travel countries for Vatican City passport holders. Check global mobility ranking, visa on arrival destinations, and visa requirements worldwide.

Vatican City passport details

It serves as a reliable form of identification, both domestically and internationally. It is an essential travel document that allows Vatican to travel abroad and provides them with the right to assistance from Vatican consular officials overseas. The Vatican passport is also a potent symbol of Vatican nationality and the rights and privileges this carries, including the right to live and work in Vatican City.
  • E-Passport
    Available
  • Biometric
    Available

Vatican City passport ranking

The Vatican passport is ranked 42 in the world's Powerful passports, meaning it allows visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 147 countries worldwide. The strength of a passport is often measured by the travel freedom it provides its holders. The Vatican passport is considered one of the Powerful in the world.
124
visa free
23
visa on arrival
41
online visa
50
sticker visa

How to apply for Vatican City passport

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    Eligibility Criteria
    To apply for an Vatican City passport, you must be an Vatican City citizen, either by birth or naturalisation. Dual citizens are also eligible. If you are applying for a child, you must be their parent or guardian.
  • 2
    Gather documents
    Gather all the necessary documents required for a Vatican City passport including birth certificate / citizenship and any other supporting documents.
  • 3
    Copy documents
    Scan all documents and print a copy of them before hand. All documents that are not in the English language, must be translated and notarized.
  • 4
    Fill application
    Fill the application form for Vatican passport.
  • 5
    Submit documents
    After filling, providing the required documents and make the payment and submit your application for Vatican passport
  • 6
    Application processing
    Wait for approval. Applicant(s) will be informed by email of successful application(s) for Vatican passport.
  • 7
    Receive passport
    You will receive Vatican passport through mail, which allows you to live and work in Vatican.

Vatican City visa advice

If you're considering exploring Vatican City beyond the usual transit spots, our comprehensive guide on Vatican City transit visa offers deeper insights and broader options for travelers of different nationalities. For those transiting through other countries en route to Vatican City, understanding Vatican City Transit Visa requirements is crucial to ensure a smooth journey.

Frequently asked questions

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