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Neighboring Countries of Vatican City
Vatican City shares land borders with 1 country: Italy (3 km).
1
Neighbouring countries (#144 of 236)
3 km
Total land borders
None
Landlocked — no coastline
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Area in km²
- Vatican City
- Neighbouring countries
- Neighbours of neighbours
Countries bordering Vatican City
| Neighbour | Border length | Capital | Visa for Vatican City citizens |
|---|---|---|---|
 Italy |
Rome | Visa-free · 90 days |
Geography of Vatican City
Location
Southern Europe, an enclave of Rome (Italy)
Area
0 km² — about 0.7 times the size of the National Mall in Washington, D.C.
Terrain
Urban; low hill
Climate
Temperate; mild, rainy winters (September to May) with hot, dry summers (May to September)
Highest and lowest points
Highest: Vatican Gardens (Vatican Hill) 78 m. Lowest: Saint Peter's Square 19 m.
Natural resources
None
Natural hazards
Occasional earthquakes
Good to know
Landlocked; an enclave in Rome, Italy; world's smallest state
Neighbours of Vatican City's neighbours
Countries one border further away — reachable overland through a neighbouring country.
Austria
France
Slovenia
SwitzerlandAlso with 1 neighbour in Europe
Neighboring countries of Ireland
Neighboring countries of Monaco
Neighboring countries of Portugal
Neighboring countries of San Marino
Neighboring countries of United Kingdom- Countries with the most neighbours
- All landlocked countries
- Visa-free countries for Vatican City passport holders
- Vatican City visa requirements
Frequently asked questions about the borders of Vatican City
How many countries border Vatican City?
Vatican City shares land borders with 1 country: Italy (3 km).
Is Vatican City landlocked?
Yes. Vatican City has no coastline and is one of the world's landlocked countries, so all its trade by land passes through Italy.
How long are the land borders of Vatican City?
The land borders of Vatican City total 3 km. By number of neighbours Vatican City ranks #144 among 236 countries and territories.
Do Vatican City citizens need a visa for neighbouring countries?
Vatican City citizens can visit 1 of 1 neighbouring countries visa-free: Italy.
What is the highest point of Vatican City?
Vatican Gardens (Vatican Hill) 78 m. The lowest point is Saint Peter's Square 19 m.
Borders and geography: CIA World Factbook (public domain). Visa rules: TravelRequirements.info — Entry Requirements Dataset, AXG Sp. z o.o. (CC BY 4.0).