→ Vatican City visa for Eritrean citizens

Eritrean citizens planning a pilgrimage or visit to Vatican City will find that a Schengen visa is required, which facilitates entry into Italy and, subsequently, the Holy See. This short-stay visa, typically processed for around 80 Euros, usually allows for a stay of up to 90 days within a 180-day period, suitable for exploring its spiritual treasures. Due to Vatican City's unique status as the world's smallest sovereign state, entirely enclaved within Rome, Italy, visitors arriving from Asmara will route through major European hubs before landing at Rome Fiumicino Airport, navigating Italian border controls before experiencing the sacred city. While Italian is the official language, many within Vatican City's tourism sector speak English, and the Euro is the universally accepted currency throughout your journey, a significant shift from the Eritrean Nakfa.