🇸🇲San Marino Visa 2026: Entry Requirements
Europe· Updated 10/10/2026
Do you need a visa for San Marino?
It depends on your passport. Out of 198 nationalities documented by IziVisas, 93 enter San Marino visa-free and 105 must apply at a consulate before travelling.
Visa-free
93
nationalities
Consular visa
105
nationalities
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San Marino visa requirements by nationality
The entry regime San Marino applies to the passports most often checked on IziVisas. Open a row for the fee, the processing time, the documents and the allowed stay of that exact route.
San Marino visa types, fees and processing times
Every visa category San Marino publishes, with the official fee, the allowed stay and the processing time when the source states them. Eligibility depends on your nationality: open your route for the rule that applies to your passport.
| Visa | Category | Allowed stay | Official fee | Processing time | Entries | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay (tourism) | Short stay | 90 days per 180-day period | Portal | |||
| Business visa | Business | 90 days | 90 EUR | 15 business days | Multiple | Portal |
| Work visa | Work | 1 year (renewable) | 80 EUR | 30 business days | Multiple | Portal |
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Information
Capital
San Marino
Population
33,564
Currency
Euro (EUR €)
Languages
Italian
Continent
Europe
Calling code
+378
Timezone
Europe/San_Marino
Area
61.2 km²
Government
Parliamentary representative democratic republic
National day
September 3 - Feast of Saint Marinus
Internet domain
.sm
About
San Marino is a landlocked microstate entirely surrounded by Italy in Southern Europe. It is governed as a parliamentary representative democratic republic with two Captains Regent serving six-month terms. Famous for its medieval towers and long-standing independence since 301 AD.
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Safety
Crime(Low)
- Stay vigilant against pickpockets in tourist areas
- Do not wear visible valuables
Terrorism(Low)
- Negligible risk, follow Italian authorities' alerts
Transport
- Respect traffic rules, use public buses
Natural risks(Low, minor seismic risks)
- Follow evacuation plans in case of earthquake
Health(Excellent quality, modern healthcare system)
- Recommended travel insurance
- Standard vaccines up to date
Practical tips
- Keep your identity documents
- Use postal services for shipments
- Respect nap times in villages
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Cost of living
Accommodation
Food
Transport
Leisure
Health
Others
Indicative prices in USD in San Marino · estimated in October 2026
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Practical information
Electricity
Emergency numbers
Practical information
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safe
Not mandatory, service included
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Plan your trip
Tours and activities (GetYourGuide)
Book excursions ahead, with free cancellation on most activities.
Nomad Insurance travel cover (SafetyWing)
Medical cover and repatriation, can be taken out mid-trip.
eSIM data (Saily)
Stay connected on landing, with no roaming charges. Requires an eSIM-compatible phone.
Accommodation (Hotels.com)
Hotels and other stays, with a free-cancellation filter.
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to San Marino?▾
It depends on your passport. IziVisas documents the entry regime for San Marino across 198 nationalities: 93 visa-free, 105 with a consular visa. Pick yours for the exact rule, with documents, fees and processing times.
Check by my nationality →How much does a San Marino visa cost?▾
Fees vary by visa type and nationality. The lowest published official fee is 90 EUR (Business visa). These are government fees only, providers and visa application centres add their own service charge.
Is it dangerous to travel to San Marino?▾
The overall risk level is currently rated "Very low, one of the safest countries in Europe.". See the Safety tab on this page for details by topic (crime, transport, health, areas to avoid) and practical tips.
What currency is used in San Marino?▾
The official currency is Euro (EUR €). See sample prices (accommodation, meals, transport) in the cost of living section above.
What is the capital of San Marino?▾
The capital of San Marino is San Marino. The main spoken languages are: Italian.
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