Saudi ArabiaVatican City: Visa required
Saudi Arabia
Vatican City
Do Saudi Arabia passport holders need a visa for Vatican City?
Visa required
Yes. Saudi Arabia passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Vatican City.
A visa must be obtained in advance, typically from an embassy or consulate, before travel.
The Vatican has no border control of its own
Vatican City is an enclave within Rome with no airport and an open border with Italy. Entry is governed entirely by Italian and Schengen rules, so you must be able to enter Italy first. The Vatican issues no travel visa of its own. The requirements below are Italy’s.
The requirement above is Italy’s, for a Saudi Arabia passport. Saudi Arabia → Italy in full.
Travelling the other way? Vatican City passport holders visiting Saudi Arabia: Visa required.
Other visa-free destinations for Saudi Arabia passport holders
Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.