Important Notes

Vatican City does not have its own visa policy or border control. Entry to Vatican City is through Italy, which is part of the Schengen Area. Therefore, an Afghan citizen requires a Schengen visa (issued by Italy) to enter Italy and subsequently Vatican City. Obtaining a Schengen visa for Afghan citizens is generally a complex process with a high refusal rate due to the political and economic situation in Afghanistan. The processing time, cost, and validity will depend on the specific Italian embassy/consulate and the applicant's individual circumstances. It is strongly recommended to contact the Italian embassy or consulate in the applicant's country of residence for the most accurate and up-to-date requirements and procedures. The difficulty is marked as 'hard' due to the general challenges faced by Afghan passport holders in obtaining Schengen visas.