EmbassyRome
embassy of Costa Rica to the Holy See, Rome
Data completeness55%
Address
Via Alberico II, 33, Rome
Opening hours
Not yet verified
Also covers
Monaco, Malta, Vatican City
Source: Wikidata Q56337794Record updated: May 7, 2025
Costa Rica embassy & consulates in Vatican City
Visa-free · 90 daysSOS 112Updated Nov 9, 2026
Quick answer
Costa Rica has no resident embassy or consulate in Vatican City on record. Vatican City is covered by the Costa Rica mission in Italy (Rome).
Entry rules for Costa Rica passport holders → Vatican City:Visa-free· 90 days
Vatican City is covered by the Costa Rica mission in Rome, Italy.
Entry rules for Costa Rica passport holders
Vatican CityVisa-free· 90 days
Visa rules change often. Always confirm with the official embassy or government site before you travel. Source: Passport Index dataset (MIT), refreshed Nov 9, 2026.
Document checklist: Costa Rica → Vatican City
General guidance for a short trip. Requirements change, so confirm with the official sources linked below.
- Passport valid for at least 6 months after your trip, with 2 blank pages.
- You can stay up to 90 days without a visa.
- Return or onward ticket.
- Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation).
- Proof of sufficient funds (bank statements of the last 3–6 months).
- Travel medical insurance for the whole stay.
Only use the official government portal. Many look-alike sites charge extra.
Apostille or legalisation?
Consular legalisation required
Costa Rica → Vatican City
Driving licence abroad
No shared convention. Check local rules: a local licence or official translation may be required.
Costa Rica → Vatican City
Applying for a visa? Vatican City missions in Costa Rica
- Apostolic Nunciature to Costa RicaApostolic Nunciature · San José · (+506) 2232-2128See all
Frequently asked questions
Is there an embassy of Costa Rica in Vatican City?
No. Costa Rica has no resident embassy or consulate in Vatican City on record. Vatican City is covered by the Costa Rica mission in Italy (Rome).
Do citizens of Costa Rica need a visa for Vatican City?
Visa-free (90 days). Visa rules change often. Always confirm with the official embassy or government site before you travel.
What should I do if I lose my passport in Vatican City?
Report the loss to the local police (emergency: 112), then contact the Costa Rica embassy or consulate in Vatican City for an emergency travel document. Bring ID copies and a police report.