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VaticanVatican visa requirements for Vietnam citizens (2026)
Embassy visa required. Yes. Vietnam passport holders need a visa for the Vatican that must be issued before travel, usually with an embassy or visa-center appointment. Usually 2–6 weeks after the embassy appointment.
Embassy visa required. Apply in person at the embassy, consulate or official visa center.
VTBy the Visa and Trips editorial teamLast updated
Vatican visa requirements for Vietnam citizens
- Requirement
- Embassy visa required
- Allowed stay
- Set by the embassy on your visa
- Embassy processing
- Usually 2–6 weeks after the embassy appointment
Typical estimate
Documents needed
- Completed visa application form
- Passport valid 6+ months with 2 blank pages (plus old passports)
- 2 recent passport photos to the embassy’s spec
- Bank statements (often the last 3–6 months)
- Employment / leave letter or business / study proof
- Hotel bookings and a flight reservation
- Travel medical insurance where required
- Appointment confirmation and biometrics (fingerprints)
How Vietnam citizens apply for the Vatican visa
- Choose the right visa category (tourist / visitor).
- Book an appointment at the embassy or official visa center.
- Gather documents: forms, photos, bank statements, bookings, insurance.
- Attend the appointment, give biometrics and pay the fee.
- Track the application and collect your passport.
Easier alternatives for Vietnam passport holders
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Vatican at a glance for travellers
- 93 of 198 passports can enter Vatican without a visa (visa-free, visa on arrival or an ETA).
- The Vietnam passport gets visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 46 destinations in our dataset.
Sources and last checked
| What | Official source | Checked |
|---|---|---|
| Requirement & allowed stay | Open passport-index dataset (passportindex.org data, 17 Feb 2026) | 17 Feb 2026 |
| Official portal | Vatican City – via Italy (Schengen) | 23 Oct 2026 |
| Independent official overview | UK FCDO, Vatican entry requirements | 22 Oct 2026 |
The Visa and Trips editorial team checks these sources every week. See our editorial and verification policy.
Frequently asked questions
Do Vietnam citizens need a visa for Vatican?
Yes. Vietnam passport holders need a visa for the Vatican that must be issued before travel, usually with an embassy or visa-center appointment. Usually 2–6 weeks after the embassy appointment.
What documents do Vietnam passport holders need for the Vatican?
Completed visa application form; Passport valid 6+ months with 2 blank pages (plus old passports); 2 recent passport photos to the embassy’s spec; Bank statements (often the last 3–6 months); Employment / leave letter or business / study proof; Hotel bookings and a flight reservation; Travel medical insurance where required; Appointment confirmation and biometrics (fingerprints).
Where do Vietnam passport holders apply for a Vatican visa?
At the embassy, consulate or official visa center of the Vatican that serves your place of residence, usually in person with an appointment and biometrics.
How long does a Vatican visa take for Vietnam passport holders?
Usually 2–6 weeks after the embassy appointment (typical estimate). Appointment availability varies, so start several weeks before your trip.