Lithuania→Vatican City
Lithuania to Vatican City
Do I need a visa for Vatican City?
No — Lithuanian citizens do not need a visa or travel authorisation to visit Vatican City for short tourist trips; one entry permits a stay of up to 90 days in any 180-day period. This visa-free entry does not permit paid work or study.
Which documents do I need?
You may travel on an ordinary Lithuanian passport or on a Lithuanian national identity card. A driving licence and a temporary passport are not accepted for entry on this route.
Are vaccinations required for Vatican City?
No vaccinations are mandatory to enter Vatican City. For recommended immunisations, consult the National Public Health Centre's travel vaccination guidance.
How long can I stay, and can I extend it?
The short-stay limit is up to 90 days per entry, within the 180-day counting period. The sources state how long you may stay; they also note that entry is visa-free for short visits.
Can children travel on this route?
Children under 18 need only an ordinary passport or a national identity card to enter; no additional parental consent or notarised documents are required.
Do I need travel insurance?
Travel insurance is recommended and should cover health, belongings and documents for your trip, but it is not a condition of entry to Vatican City.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use my national ID or driver's licence?
You may enter Vatican City with either your ordinary Lithuanian passport or your Lithuanian national identity card; a driving licence and a temporary passport are not accepted.
Will I have to prove I have enough money?
You will not be required to show proof of funds on this route; you will not be asked for bank statements or cash evidence at the border.
Is there an arrival form or registration I must complete?
There is no arrival registration and no entry card for tourists arriving in Vatican City; you travel with your document and pass immigration controls as usual.
Do I have to buy travel insurance before I go?
Travel insurance is recommended and should cover health, personal effects and documents for the duration of your trip, but it is not a condition of entry.
Are any vaccinations mandatory?
No vaccinations are required to enter Vatican City. The National Public Health Centre's vaccination recommendations for travel should be consulted for any suggested immunisations.
What if my passport is damaged or I only have a temporary passport?
If your passport is damaged or you hold a temporary passport, it is not accepted for entry on this route; obtain a valid ordinary passport or use your national ID card instead.
What documents do children need?
If you are travelling with children under 18, they need only their own passport or national identity card; no parental consent letters or extra paperwork are required.
Who do I contact for consular help?
If you need consular help while in Vatican City, the Lithuanian Embassy to the Holy See and Malta (Via Giulia 66, Rome) and the Apostolic Nunciature in Vilnius are listed for assistance; the embassy website is https://va.mfa.lt.
What number do I call in an emergency or for urgent consular help?
Emergency services in-country are reached by dialling 112. For urgent consular matters outside Lithuanian working hours you may call +370 5 236 2444 or email pilieciai@urm.lt.
Do I need to apply at the embassy before travelling?
The Lithuanian Embassy to the Holy See provides consular information and assistance but it is listed as a contact for help, not as an application route, since no visa or travel authorisation is required.
Any practical tips for keeping documents safe?
You should keep your travel documents and personal items secure and consider making copies of your documents to carry separately from the originals.
Where do I find which vaccines are suggested?
For recommended vaccinations and health advice, consult the National Public Health Centre guidance on preventive immunisation for travellers to foreign countries.
Where do I get the visa?
No application is required for this tourist entry: you travel with your passport or national identity card and no travel authorisation is issued or needed. For consular help while travelling, the Lithuanian Embassy to the Holy See and Malta (address Via Giulia 66, Rome) and the Apostolic Nunciature in Vilnius are listed as contacts; the embassy website is provided for consular information.
Where can I check the official rules?
When was this last checked?
Our checker last confirmed these requirements on August 31, 2026. Entry rules can change without notice, so confirm against the official source below before you travel.
Before you travel
- 1Check your travel document
Any one of these is accepted: passport or ID card.
- Travel insurance
Not required upon entry, but medical treatment is paid for by travelers — it's advisable to have a policy covering medical expenses and repatriation.
- Save your embassy’s contact
Your nearest mission: Vatican City — worth having if your documents are lost.
Open the embassy page - Stays up to 90 days
Longer than that needs a visa, and the exemption covers tourism — not paid work or study.
- Read our travel guides
Local knowledge, seasons and customs — things they won't check at the border but that your trip depends on. Everything you need to know.
Open the guide
More about Vatican City
Europe
- Capital
- Vatican City
- Currency
- Euro (EUR)
- Known for
- The Holy See, Vatican Museums, St. Peter's Basilica
- Food
- Vatican specialties