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As the home of Catholicism, the Vatican holds centuries of history. Vaccines, medications and more are available to help you enjoy it to the fullest with Passport Health.

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The Vatican, also known as the See of Rome, is a sovereign territory containing Vatican City. It is located in the north part of Rome and easily reached by public transportation.

It is the smallest country in the world. The Pope is the ruler of the Vatican City State and the Vatican. Tourists from all over the world come to see the Vatican Museums, St. Peter’s Basilica, and other sites.

It is a beautiful place to visit for those of the Catholic religion or for those interested in exploring the history of Rome.

Yes, some vaccines are recommended or required for the Vatican. The PHAC and WHO recommend the following vaccinations for the Vatican: COVID-19, hepatitis A, hepatitis B, rabies, meningitis, polio, measles, mumps and rubella (MMR), Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis), chickenpox, shingles, pneumonia and influenza.

See the bullets below to learn more about some of these key immunizations:

  • COVID-19 –
    Airborne –
    Recommended for all travellers
  • Hepatitis A –
    Food & Water –
    Recommended for most travellers
  • Hepatitis B –
    Blood & Body Fluids –
    Accelerated schedule available
  • Rabies –
    Saliva of Infected Animals –
    Vaccine recommended for long-term travellers and those who may come in contact with animals.
  • Measles Mumps Rubella (MMR) –
    Various Vectors –
    Given to anyone unvaccinated and/or born after 1957. One time adult booster recommended.
  • TDAP (Tetanus, Diphtheria & Pertussis) –
    Wounds & Airborne –
    Only one adult booster of pertussis required.
  • Chickenpox –
    Direct Contact & Airborne –
    Given to those unvaccinated that did not have chickenpox.
  • Shingles –
    Direct Contact –
    Vaccine can still be given if you have had shingles.
  • Pneumonia –
    Airborne –
    Two vaccines given separately. All 65+ or immunocompromised should receive both.
  • Influenza –
    Airborne –
    Vaccine components change annually.
  • Meningitis –
    Airborne & Direct Contact –
    Given to anyone unvaccinated or at an increased risk, especially students.
  • Polio –
    Food & Water –
    Considered a routine vaccination for most travel itineraries. Single adult booster recommended.

See the tables below for more information:

Recommended Travel Vaccinations for the Vatican

VACCINE HOW DISEASE SPREADS DETAILS
COVID-19 Airborne Recommended for all travellers
Hepatitis A Food & Water Recommended for most travellers
Hepatitis B Blood & Body Fluids Accelerated schedule available
Rabies Saliva of Infected Animals Vaccine recommended for long-term travellers and those who may come in contact with animals.

Routine Vaccinations for the Vatican

VACCINE HOW DISEASE SPREADS DETAILS
Measles Mumps Rubella (MMR) Various Vectors Given to anyone unvaccinated and/or born after 1957. One time adult booster recommended.
TDAP (Tetanus, Diphtheria & Pertussis) Wounds & Airborne Only one adult booster of pertussis required.
Chickenpox Direct Contact & Airborne Given to those unvaccinated that did not have chickenpox.
Shingles Direct Contact Vaccine can still be given if you have had shingles.
Pneumonia Airborne Two vaccines given separately. All 65+ or immunocompromised should receive both.
Influenza Airborne Vaccine components change annually.
Meningitis Airborne & Direct Contact Given to anyone unvaccinated or at an increased risk, especially students.
Polio Food & Water Considered a routine vaccination for most travel itineraries. Single adult booster recommended.

Sources: PHAC, WHO and ISTM

See our vaccinations page to learn more about these infections and vaccines. Ready to protect yourself? Book your travel health appointment today by calling or schedule online now.

A passport which is valid for at least 3 months from the expected date of departure is required to enter the country. A visa is required. Those not in possession of a return or onward ticket may be denied entry.

Vatican Entry Requirements

Do I Need A… For My Trip to the Vatican?
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Vaccinations

Sources: Embassy of Italy and Canadian Travel and Tourism

Outside of Catholic clergy, there are no visas or other documents issued for the Vatican. All travel is to, through or from Italy.

Visit the Canadian Travel and Tourism website for more information on entry and exit requirements.

Much like Rome, the Vatican has a warm and temperate climate. The hottest month is July with temperatures in the low-20’s. The coldest month is January when it can reach as low as 5 degrees.

The Vatican has a very low amount of crime. Most of the resident population is Catholic clergy. Internal strife is rarely reported. But, there are museums and other areas of the Vatican that are open to the public.

In these sections, pick-pocketing and petty theft are not uncommon. Travellers should take precautions to make sure they bags cannot be easily accessed.

While there have been threats of terrorism against the Vatican. No attack has been carried out.

The Vatican Museums contain a huge collection of works by Popes, Roman Emperors and famous artists. The museums have about 70,000 works and currently displays 20,000 of them.

The Sistine Chapel has its ceiling painted by Michelangelo and the Stanze di Raffaello by Raphael. Other notable paintings include Leonardo da Vinci’s St. Jerome in the Wilderness, Filippo Lippi’s Marsuppini Coronation, and Perugino’s Madonna and Child with Saints.

There are also sculpture museums, such as the Museo Pio-Clementino and Museo Chiaramonti. There is also the Vatican Historical Museum, which contains a collection of portraits of the Popes from the 16th century to now. The papamobili (Popemobiles) are on display.

There is no Vatican embassy. Instead, use the Canadian Embassy in Rome:

Canadian Embassy in Italy
Via Zara 30,
Rome 00198, Italy
Tel.: 39 06-85444-1

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Customer Reviews

Passport Health – Travel Vaccines for Vatican

Overall rating: 5 stars – 5 reviews
★★★★★
“Highly Competent“
“My recent experience with Passport Health was very satisfactory. The professional advising on inoculations needed for travel to Europe and the Vatican was very informative and then administered the shots quickly and easily. In addition, she was extremely pleasant.”

Submitted by: Carol
★★★★★
“Great Experience“
“My husband and I used the services of this clinic for a trip to Italy and the Vatican. This was a very efficient operation led by an experienced and customer centered professionalism. She had a prepared notebook individualized for us when we arrived which included recommended immunizations . We could not have been more pleased.”

Submitted by: Sandra
★★★★★
“First time experience“
“My husband and I came to the Tustin clinic with another couple. We are traveling to South Africa. We met with a nurse . She was very knowledgeable and individualized her recommendations. It was a great experience.”

Submitted by: Pam
★★★★★
“Patient and Knowledgeable“
“My son and I went to the Passport Health Facility in Roslyn yesterday in preparation for our trip to Italy and the Vatican in August. Our Passport health representative was extremely knowledgeable about the subject matter, patiently answered all of our questions, gave us all the available options for treatment and was wonderful with the needles. I highly recommend this location!”

Submitted by: Amy
★★★★★
“Great Job“
“My husband and I felt very confident about the information that we were given. We also have a better idea of how to prepare for our trip to Europe and the Vatican.”

Submitted by: Heather

On This Page:
Do I Need Vaccines for the Vatican?
Do I Need a Passport or Visa for the Vatican?
What is the Climate Like in The Vatican?
How Safe is the Vatican?
Visiting the Vatican Museums
Canadian Embassy to the Vatican

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