Moving to Holy See (Vatican City) from Switzerland

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What to Expect

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

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Key Indicator Comparison

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

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

per 100,000 people per year

CH
0.5
VA
0.0

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

Data: United Nations SDG Indicators

Visitor Visa Requirements

Short-stay tourist visa rules between Switzerland 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.

Switzerland passport

Switzerland passport holder visiting Holy See (Vatican City)

Visa Free
Switzerland passport holders can enter Holy See (Vatican City) without a visa.
Holy See (Vatican City) passport

Holy See (Vatican City) passport holder visiting Switzerland

Visa Free
Holy See (Vatican City) passport holders can enter Switzerland without a visa.

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 Switzerland 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 Switzerland across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in Holy See (Vatican City) is 0.0 per 100,000 people, compared to 0.5 in Switzerland.

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

The official languages in Holy See (Vatican City) are Italian and Latin. In Switzerland, the official languages are French, Italian, Romansh and Swiss German.

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At a Glance

CH VA
Population 8,508,698 1,000
Currency Swiss Franc (CHF) Euro (€)
Languages French, Italian, Romansh, Swiss German Italian, Latin
Driving side Right Right
Calling code +41 +3
Time zones 1 1
Emergency number 112