You need a visa for Holy See (Vatican City State) if you have a Sahrawi passport

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A visa is required for this route, but it cannot be applied for online. Tell us about your trip and we will come back with the options and a quote.

Travelling to Holy See (Vatican City State)

Visa required

Frequently asked questions

Do Sahrawi citizens need a visa for Holy See (Vatican City State)?

Yes. Sahrawi citizens need a visa for Holy See (Vatican City State). It is not available online — the application goes through an embassy or consulate.

Where do Sahrawi citizens apply for a visa for Holy See (Vatican City State)?

At your local embassy or consulate. There is no online application for this route, so the appointment and the documents are handled in person.

Can DoVisa help Sahrawi citizens with a visa for Holy See (Vatican City State)?

Yes. We cannot file this one online, but tell us about your trip and we will come back with the options and a quote.

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What Holy See (Vatican City State) may ask for

Not every traveller is asked for all of these. A valid passport is checked every time; the rest is a spot check at the border, and some items belong to a visa application rather than the crossing itself.

Passport valid 3+ months beyond stay with 2 blank pages
Biometric photo: 35x45mm, white background, neutral expression
Travel insurance with minimum 30,000 EUR medical coverage
Confirmed accommodation in Rome or nearby Italy
Proof of sufficient funds for entire Schengen stay
Return flight tickets and complete travel itinerary

A look at Holy See (Vatican City State)

St. Peter's Square — the grand entrance to Vatican City and the Catholic world
The Sistine Chapel — home to Michelangelo's masterpiece ceiling and The Last Judgment
Swiss Guards — the iconic protectors of Vatican City since 1506
Vatican City from above — the world's smallest independent state at just 0.44 square kilometers