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Vatican City

Information to double-check. Written from memory and checked on 2026-10-16, it may be wrong or out of date. Always check official sources (government, customs, CAA or AAA) before you go.

At a glance

Traffic
on the right
Currency
EUR
Plugs
types C, F, L · 230 V
Emergency
112

Entering the country

  • Passport valid for the whole stay.

Driver and insurance

  • International Driving Permit required with your Canadian or US licence (CAA, AAA).
  • Insurance: your North American policy isn't valid here. You need European insurance for a vehicle registered outside Europe, with its green card.

Speed limits

TownRoadMotorway
Car, light RV30——

In km/h. Signs always take precedence. With a trailer, check the limit for combinations.

Tolls and vignettes No tolls

No driving for visitors: leave the vehicle outside Rome (ZTL) and come by public transit.

Low-emission zones

None known for cars and RVs.

Boondocking Banned

Not applicable.

Mandatory equipment

  • Country-of-registration sticker (CDN or USA) on the back

Frequently asked questions

Vatican City: what do you need to enter the country with your vehicle?
Passport valid for the whole stay. International Driving Permit required with your Canadian or US licence (CAA, AAA). Insurance: your North American policy isn't valid here. You need European insurance for a vehicle registered outside Europe, with its green card.
Vatican City: what are the speed limits?
Car and light RV: 30 in town, — on rural roads, — on motorways (km/h).
Vatican City: do you need a vignette or pay tolls?
No driving for visitors: leave the vehicle outside Rome (ZTL) and come by public transit.
Vatican City: are there low emission zones?
None known for cars and RVs.
Vatican City: is wild camping allowed?
Banned. Not applicable.
Vatican City: what equipment is required in the vehicle?
Country-of-registration sticker (CDN or USA) on the back.

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