Vatican City

About the Vatican City passport

Holders of the Vatican City passport can enter 136 of 199 countries without arranging a visa in advance. The passport currently ranks #31 globally. Holders cover 69% of the world without advance visa arrangements, above the global average for international mobility. That figure breaks down as: 93 require no visa at all, 10 accept an electronic travel authorization, 33 offer visa on arrival.

Tax in Vatican City

Vatican City applies a top marginal income tax rate of 0%. The country operates a zero tax regime, with no income tax liability for residents. For expatriates, the absence of income tax makes Vatican City one of the more tax-efficient jurisdictions globally.

Where Vatican City passport holders can travel