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Moldova visa requirements for Vatican citizens (2026)

Visa-free · up to 90 days. No. Vatican passport holders do not need a visa for Moldova for tourism and can stay up to 90 days. You still need a valid passport and should carry proof of onward travel.

Visa-free for up to 90 days, no advance application needed.

VTBy the Visa and Trips editorial teamLast updated

Moldova entry requirements for Vatican citizens

Requirement
Visa-free
Allowed stay
90 days

What to bring to Moldova

  • Passport valid for the whole stay (many countries expect 6 months beyond arrival)
  • Return or onward ticket
  • Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or host address)
  • Proof of sufficient funds (bank card or recent statement)
  • Any arrival card or registration the destination asks for

Moldova at a glance for travellers

  • 102 of 198 passports can enter Moldova without a visa (visa-free, visa on arrival or an ETA).
  • The Vatican passport gets visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 124 destinations in our dataset.

Sources and last checked

WhatOfficial sourceChecked
Requirement & allowed stayOpen passport-index dataset (passportindex.org data, 17 Feb 2026)17 Feb 2026
Official portalMoldova e-Visa23 Oct 2026
Independent official overviewUK FCDO, Moldova entry requirements22 Oct 2026

The Visa and Trips editorial team checks these sources every week. See our editorial and verification policy.

Frequently asked questions

Do Vatican citizens need a visa for Moldova?

No. Vatican passport holders do not need a visa for Moldova for tourism and can stay up to 90 days. You still need a valid passport and should carry proof of onward travel.

How long can Vatican passport holders stay in Moldova?

Up to 90 days per visit for tourism without a visa. Overstaying can lead to fines or entry bans.

What documents do Vatican passport holders need for Moldova?

Passport valid for the whole stay (many countries expect 6 months beyond arrival); Return or onward ticket; Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or host address); Proof of sufficient funds (bank card or recent statement); Any arrival card or registration the destination asks for.

Do Vatican passport holders need to apply for anything before travelling to Moldova?

No advance visa application is needed for a tourist visit. Carry a valid passport and proof of onward travel.