Question 1

Does Vatican City issue its own driving licence?

Accepted Answer

Vatican City issues internal driving permits to staff who need to drive within Vatican City State. However, the vast majority of people who live or work in Vatican City hold EU or other national driving licences and those are recognised for driving within Vatican territory. EU driving licences are fully recognised within Vatican City State.

Question 2

Are EU driving licences valid in Vatican City?

Accepted Answer

Yes. European Union driving licences are recognised and valid for driving within Vatican City State. There is no requirement to exchange or convert an EU driving licence for use in Vatican City. Italian driving licences are similarly recognised, as Vatican City is entirely surrounded by Italy.

Question 3

What are the photo requirements for a Vatican City internal driving permit?

Accepted Answer

Vatican City internal driving permit photos follow ICAO biometric standards: 35×45mm size, plain white background, neutral expression with mouth closed, eyes open and clearly visible. The head height (chin to crown) should be between 29 and 34mm. The photo must have been taken within the last 6 months. Glasses are generally not recommended.

Question 4

Are glasses allowed in a Vatican driving permit photo?

Accepted Answer

Glasses are generally not recommended. If worn, there must be no glare, reflection, or tinted lenses obscuring your eyes. To avoid any risk of rejection, remove glasses before taking your photo. If you need corrective lenses to drive, this will be noted in the permit conditions.

Question 5

What background is required for a Vatican City driving permit photo?

Accepted Answer

The background must be plain white with no patterns, shadows, or objects. Evenly lit with no shadows on the face or background. ID Wizard automatically applies a compliant white background to your uploaded photo.

Question 6

How recent must the photo be for a Vatican City driving permit?

Accepted Answer

The photo must have been taken within the last 6 months and must accurately represent your current appearance. If your appearance has changed significantly since the photo was taken, a more recent photo is required when renewing your permit.

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