Moving to Holy See (Vatican City) from Kenya

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What to Expect

Considering a move from Kenya to Holy See (Vatican City)? Here's how the two countries compare on cost, climate, safety, and more.

If you moved from Kenya to Holy See (Vatican City), and you’d need to navigate life in Italian and Latin. You’ll also switch from driving on the left to the right.

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Key Indicator Comparison

The numbers behind daily life in Holy See (Vatican City) compared to Kenya.

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

per 100,000 people per year

KE
4.9
VA
0.0

Holy See (Vatican City) performs significantly better than Kenya across all safety metrics.

Data: United Nations SDG Indicators

Visitor Visa Requirements

Short-stay tourist visa rules between Kenya and Holy See (Vatican City). To live, work, or study long-term in Holy See (Vatican City), you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check Holy See (Vatican City)'s immigration authority.

Kenya passport

Kenya passport holder visiting Holy See (Vatican City)

Visa Required
Kenya passport holders need a visa to enter Holy See (Vatican City).
Holy See (Vatican City) passport

Holy See (Vatican City) passport holder visiting Kenya

Electronic Travel Authorisation
Holy See (Vatican City) passport holders need an electronic travel authorisation (ETA) to enter Kenya.

Data: Henley Passport Index. Check with the destination country's embassy for the most current requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I work remotely from Holy See (Vatican City)?

From major Holy See (Vatican City) cities the network usually holds up. Visa rules, your employer's stance on overseas employees, and tax residency in Kenya and Holy See (Vatican City) are what actually decide it long-term.

Is Holy See (Vatican City) safe for expats?

Holy See (Vatican City) performs significantly better than Kenya across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in Holy See (Vatican City) is 0.0 per 100,000 people, compared to 4.9 in Kenya.

What language do they speak in Holy See (Vatican City)?

The official languages in Holy See (Vatican City) are Italian and Latin. In Kenya, the official languages are English and Swahili.

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At a Glance

KE VA
Population 55,864,655 1,000
Currency Kenyan Shilling (KES) Euro (€)
Languages English, Swahili Italian, Latin
Driving side Left Right
Calling code +254 +3
Time zones 1 1
Emergency number 999