Moving to Papua New Guinea from Holy See (Vatican City)

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What to Expect

Everything you need to know before relocating from Holy See (Vatican City) to Papua New Guinea — costs, safety, healthcare, and practical first steps.

If you moved from Holy See (Vatican City) to Papua New Guinea, and you’d need to navigate life in English, Hiri Motu and Tok Pisin. You’ll also switch from driving on the right to the left.

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Key Indicator Comparison

Key indicators for anyone considering a move from Holy See (Vatican City) to Papua New Guinea.

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

per 100,000 people per year

VA
0.0
PG
9.4

Holy See (Vatican City) performs better than Papua New Guinea across all safety metrics.

Data: United Nations SDG Indicators

Visitor Visa Requirements

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

Holy See (Vatican City) passport

Holy See (Vatican City) passport holder visiting Papua New Guinea

Visa Online (e-Visa)
Holy See (Vatican City) passport holders need to apply for an e-Visa before travelling to Papua New Guinea.
Papua New Guinea passport

Papua New Guinea passport holder visiting Holy See (Vatican City)

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I work remotely from Papua New Guinea?

Usually fine from major cities in Papua New Guinea. The harder questions are legal — digital nomad visa eligibility, your employer's overseas-work policy, and tax residency in both countries.

Is Papua New Guinea safe for expats?

Holy See (Vatican City) performs better than Papua New Guinea across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in Papua New Guinea is 9.4 per 100,000 people, compared to 0.0 in Holy See (Vatican City).

What language do they speak in Papua New Guinea?

The official languages in Papua New Guinea are English, Hiri Motu and Tok Pisin. In Holy See (Vatican City), the official languages are Italian and Latin.

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At a Glance

VA PG
Population 1,000 9,593,498
Currency Euro (€) Papua New Guinean Kina (PGK)
Languages Italian, Latin English, Hiri Motu, Tok Pisin
Driving side Right Left
Calling code +3 +675
Time zones 1 1
Emergency number 000