Visa requirements

Do American citizens need a visa for Vatican City?

Travel authorisation (eTA) required
eTA required · 90 days/180 days

American citizens need an electronic travel authorisation (eTA) before travelling to Vatican City for up to 90 days/180 days. It's not a full visa — you apply online in minutes.

Max stay
90 days/180 days
Fee
EUR €7
Processing
Instant (online)
What you need
  • Valid passport
  • Email address
  • Credit card for EUR €7
Apply for EU ETIAS
Verify with the official source

Visa rules change often. Always confirm the current requirements on Vatican City's own government visa authority before you book.

Apply at Italian (Vatican uses Italian visa) consulate
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American visa requirements elsewhere
American → Japan American → Thailand American → France American → Italy American → Spain American → Turkey American → Indonesia American → Mexico American → Portugal American → Greece
Who needs a visa for Vatican City?
Canadian citizens British citizens Australian citizens Indian citizens German citizens French citizens Filipino citizens Chinese citizens Brazilian citizens Nigerian citizens

Visa rules change frequently and this page is a guide, not legal advice — always confirm current requirements with the official Vatican City embassy or consulate before booking travel. Our visa data is reviewed quarterly: last reviewed July 2026, next review September 2026.