Holy See
Germany
Germany visa for citizens of the Holy See
Entry requirement
Citizens of the Holy See can visit Germany without a visa for up to 90 days.
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index
For longer stays: study, work and residence
German citizens travelling to the Holy See
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Travel advice for Germany
- US State Department Level 2: Exercise increased caution
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) No advice against travel
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
Before travelling from the Holy See to Germany, it helps to know the official travel advice: the US State Department rates Germany at Level 2, exercise increased caution (updated 12 May 2025) and the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to Germany (updated 11 August 2026).
Good to know
How long citizens of the Holy See can stay in Germany
Citizens of the Holy See may stay in Germany for up to 90 days. Days in Germany count towards the Schengen limit of 90 days in any 180-day period across all member states.
Germany and the Schengen area
Visa-free stays of citizens of the Holy See in Germany count towards the Schengen limit of 90 days in any 180-day period, shared with every other member state.
Germany’s neighbours for citizens of the Holy See
Switzerland, Poland, the Netherlands, Denmark, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Luxembourg, France and Austria admit citizens of the Holy See visa-free.
German citizens travelling to the Holy See
The Holy See admits German citizens without a visa. The rule is the same in both directions between the Holy See and Germany.
Frequently asked questions
Do citizens of the Holy See need a visa for Germany?
Citizens of the Holy See can visit Germany without a visa for up to 90 days.
How long can citizens of the Holy See stay in Germany?
Citizens of the Holy See can stay in Germany for up to 90 days, within the Schengen limit of 90 days in any 180.
Do German citizens need a visa for the Holy See?
The Holy See admits German citizens without a visa.
Can citizens of the Holy See enter Germany visa-free?
Yes, citizens of the Holy See can enter Germany without a visa and stay for up to 90 days.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 7 November 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.