Moving to Palau from Holy See (Vatican City)

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What to Expect

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

If you moved from Holy See (Vatican City) to Palau, and you’d need to navigate life in English and Palauan.

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Key Indicator Comparison

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

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

per 100,000 people per year

VA
0.0
PW
11.2

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

Data: United Nations SDG Indicators

Visitor Visa Requirements

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

Holy See (Vatican City) passport

Holy See (Vatican City) passport holder visiting Palau

Visa on Arrival
Holy See (Vatican City) passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival in Palau.
Palau passport

Palau passport holder visiting Holy See (Vatican City)

Visa Free
Palau passport holders can enter Holy See (Vatican City) 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 Palau?

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

Is Palau safe for expats?

Holy See (Vatican City) performs better than Palau across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in Palau is 11.2 per 100,000 people, compared to 0.0 in Holy See (Vatican City).

What language do they speak in Palau?

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

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At a Glance

VA PW
Population 1,000 21,695
Currency Euro (€) United States Dollar ($)
Languages Italian, Latin English, Palauan
Driving side Right Right
Calling code +3 +680
Time zones 1 1