Southern Europe · UN member
San Marino: Travel Guide & Requirements
Most Serene Republic of San Marino
San Marino is a country in Southern Europe with its capital in San Marino. It has a population of 34,109 (#212 in the world) and covers 61 km². The official language is Italian. The currency is the Euro (EUR, €).
Where is San Marino? Map of San Marino
Southern Europe, an enclave in central Italy.
- Region
- Southern Europe
- Coordinates
- 43.7667° N, 12.4167° E
- Neighbours
- 1 — see list
- Coastline
- Landlocked
- San Marino
- Neighbours
- Capital
Travel requirements
What you need to travel to San Marino
- Passport
The UK government tells British citizens that San Marino follows Schengen area rules: the passport must have a date of issue less than 10 years before the date you arrive, and an expiry date at least 3 months after the …
- Visa or eTA
Depends on your passport: of 198 passports, 93 need no visa, 105 need a visa from an embassy. Check yours or see San Marino entry requirements for every passport.
- Return or onward ticket
No official requirement. San Marino's Foreign Ministry says that reaching San Marino means crossing the Schengen Area; the Schengen Borders Code lists a return or round-trip ticket among the documents that may be used to verify entry conditions…
- Proof of funds
No official requirement. San Marino's Foreign Ministry says that reaching San Marino means crossing the Schengen Area; the Schengen Borders Code requires third-country nationals entering it to have sufficient means of subsistence, both for the …
- Travel insurance
The EU Visa Code requires applicants for a Schengen visa to prove they hold adequate and valid travel medical insurance, with minimum coverage of EUR 30,000.
- Customs allowance
EU law requires anyone carrying cash of EUR 10,000 or more to declare it to the competent authorities of the Member State through which they are entering or leaving the Union.
- Travel advice
Safe to visit — US and UK advice.
Entry rules: TravelRequirements.info — Entry Requirements Dataset (CC BY 4.0), each rule cited to an official government source. Always confirm with the airline and the official source before you travel.
Before you go
9 things to know before you travel to San Marino
- Safety: Yes — San Marino is generally safe to visit: the UK Foreign Office has no warnings against travel there.
- Best time to go: June and September — when daytime highs in San Marino are around 24–26°C.
- Money: the Euro (EUR) — 1 US dollar is about 0.8911 EUR.
- Plugs: type C, F and L, 230 V, 50 Hz — standard 220–240 V: devices from the US or Japan (110–120 V) need a converter unless they are dual voltage (100–240 V).
- Emergency numbers: Police 112 / 113, Ambulance 118, Fire 115.
- Language: Italian is official.
- Driving: on the right — speed limits are 70 km/h in built-up areas and 70 km/h outside built-up areas.
- Time zone: UTC+1 in San Marino.
- Capital: San Marino. About 34,109 people live in San Marino.
Key facts
San Marino at a glance
Languages spoken: Italian
Geography & history
About San Marino
Geographically the third-smallest state in Europe (after the Holy See and Monaco), San Marino also claims to be the world's oldest republic. According to tradition, it was founded by a Christian stonemason named MARINUS in A.D. 301. San Marino's foreign policy is aligned with that of the EU, although it is not a member. San Marino is negotiating an Association Agreement that is expected to allow participation in the EU's internal market and cooperation in other policy areas by late 2024. Social and political trends in the republic track closely with those of its larger neighbor, Italy.
Location
Southern Europe, an enclave in central Italy
Climate
Mediterranean; mild to cool winters; warm, sunny summers
Terrain
rugged mountains
Highest point
Monte Titano 739 m
Natural resources
building stone
Natural hazards
occasional earthquakes
National symbols
three peaks, each displaying a tower
Driving
Speed limits & road rules in San Marino
The default speed limits in San Marino are 70 km/h in built-up areas and 70 km/h outside built-up areas. The legal alcohol limit for drivers is 0.5‰. Posted signs always take priority over these defaults.
- 7070 km/hBuilt-up areasTowns and citiesWHO data (2017)
- 7070 km/hOutside built-up areasCountry roadsWHO data (2017)
- International Driving PermitRecognised: 1968 Vienna, 1949 GenevaCarry the IDP together with your national licence
- Driving sideDrive on the rightOvertake on the left
- Alcohol limit0.5‰ blood alcohol (0.05% BAC)
- Seat beltsRequired by law
- Child seatsRequired by law
- Motorcycle helmetsRequired for riders
- Road deaths (2021)5.9 per 100,000 peopleSafer than most countries (median 12.4)
Speed limits: OpenStreetMap wiki — Default speed limits (CC BY-SA 2.0) and WHO. Road-safety laws: WHO Global Health Observatory. Compare speed limits and alcohol limits by country. Defaults for cars; local signs, weather and vehicle type can lower them.
Safety
Is San Marino safe to visit?
Yes — San Marino is generally safe to visit: the UK Foreign Office has no warnings against travel there.
UK Foreign Office (FCDO)Latest update: New information about dual nationals returning to the UK (‘Entry requirements’ page).
Updated 10 Dec 2025 · Full travel advice
Sources: US Department of State travel advisories (public domain) and UK FCDO foreign travel advice (contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0). Checked daily. Advice can change quickly — always read the official page before you travel.
Weather
Best time to visit San Marino
The best time to visit San Marino is June and September, when daytime highs in San Marino are around 24–26°C. July to August are also a good time to go. July is the warmest month (29°C by day), January the coldest (3°C at night), and November the wettest with about 88 mm of rain.
- Jan8°C3°C
- Feb9°C3°C
- Mar12°C6°C
- Apr16°C9°C
- May21°C13°C
- Jun26°C18°C
- Jul29°C21°C
- Aug29°C21°C
- Sep24°C17°C
- Oct19°C12°C
- Nov14°C8°C
- Dec9°C5°C
Best time Good Less ideal
Before you go
Plugs, voltage & emergency numbers in San Marino
Plugs & sockets
- Type C (Europlug)two round pins
- Type F (Schuko)two round pins with earth clips on the sides
- Type Lthree round pins in a row
230 V, 50 Hz · Standard 220–240 V: devices from the US or Japan (110–120 V) need a converter unless they are dual voltage (100–240 V).
Emergency numbers
112 works from any mobile phone, even without a SIM card in most networks. All countries →
Sources: Wikipedia — Mains electricity by country and List of emergency telephone numbers (CC BY-SA 4.0).
Currency · 26 October 2026
Euro exchange rates today
San Marino uses the Euro (EUR, €). One US dollar buys 0.8911 EUR; over the last 30 days the EUR has lost 1.5% against the dollar.
What other currencies cost in EUR
Currency converter
Daily reference rates from the open-source currency-api (CC0), 26 Oct 2026. Banks and exchange offices add a margin.
World rankings
Where San Marino ranks
How San Marino compares with the rest of the world — open any card for the full ranking.
Airports
Airports in San Marino
1 airports and airfields — 0 large, 0 medium and 1 small, plus 0 heliports. 0 have scheduled passenger flights.
Borders
Neighbouring countries
San Marino borders 1 country along 37 km of land borders. It is landlocked.
People
Population & society
Largest cities: San Marino (4,000)
Economy
Economy
Main industries
tourism, banking, textiles, electronics, ceramics, cement, wine
Export partners
Germany 12%, Austria 10%, USA 9%, Romania 8%, Brazil 7% (2023)
Top exports
washing and bottling machines, other foods, packaged medicine, woodworking machines, aircraft (2023)
Travel tools
Handy before every trip to San Marino
Next public holiday
All Saints' Day — Sunday, 1 November 2026. Then Commemoration of all those who died at war (2 Nov).
Sammarinese passport
Ranked #50: 102 countries visa-free, 37 with visa on arrival, 8 with an eTA and 26 with an eVisa.
Sammarinese passport photo
Exact size, head position and background for San Marino's passport and visa photos — make one free with AI checks.
Calling San Marino
Dial +378 before the local number. Internet domain .sm.
Entry requirements
Visa rules for every passport visiting San Marino: visa-free stays, eVisas, visas on arrival and documents to bring.
News
Latest travel news about San Marino
US ESTA: the passport you need and who must apply for a visa instead
Travellers using the US Visa Waiver Program, including citizens of San Marino, must hold an electronic passport linked to their ESTA. Some dual natio…
Travellers to San Marino Face New EU Quota Limits Under 2026 Deal
San Marino and Andorra signed association agreements with the EU in Brussels on 19 October 2026, opening the single market to both microstates. Their…
Hondurans Can Seek German Residence After Arrival, but Not to Work in Germany
Germany's Federal Foreign Office says citizens of Andorra, Brazil, El Salvador, Honduras, Monaco and San Marino can apply for a residence permit afte…
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Sources: CIA World Factbook (public domain); World Bank Open Data (CC BY 4.0); names, languages and currencies: mledoze/countries (ODbL); flag: flag-icons (MIT); coat of arms: Wikimedia Commons (file page); exchange rates: Daily reference rates from the open-source currency-api (CC0); airports: OurAirports.