🎓 For Visitors & Scholars:

• Education: No universities within the Vatican; academic collaboration with Pontifical Universities in Rome.
• Research: Renowned Vatican Library and Apostolic Archives.
• Language: Italian and Latin are widely used.

✈️ For Visitors:

• Visa: No separate visa; Schengen visa for Italy allows access.
• Main Attractions: St. Peter’s Basilica, Sistine Chapel, Vatican Museums.
• Best Time to Visit: April–June or September–October for pleasant weather.
• Local Transport: Accessible via Rome’s metro, buses, and taxis.

💼 For Professionals & Expats:

• Employment: Limited opportunities — mainly in religious, administrative, or museum roles.
• Economy: Based on religious services, tourism, and philatelic sales.
• Security: Highly secure under Vatican Gendarmerie and Swiss Guard.

🏞️ Religion, Art & Culture:

• World’s Smallest Country — about 44 hectares.
• Head of State: The Pope (Bishop of Rome).
• Cultural Heritage: Home to masterpieces by Michelangelo, Raphael, and Bernini.
• Major Events: Papal Audiences, Easter and Christmas Mass at St. Peter’s Square.

📌 Quick Tips:

• Currency: Euro (€).
• Timezone: CET (UTC+1), CEST (UTC+2 in summer).
• Emergency Numbers: 112 (EU-wide).
• Electricity: 230V, 50Hz; plug types C and F.