Population

Vatican City State currently has 673 citizens, 458 of whom, live inside the walls (including 120 members of the Pontifical Swiss Guard).

Some 30% of Vatican citizens thus, do not reside inside the State, but in other countries, mostly because of their specific functions (in particular diplomatic employees). Acquiring and losing citizenship, permits to reside within the State’s territory and any other formality related to access are regulated by specific provisions, issued in line with the Lateran Treaty.

STATISTICAL DATA (updated to 31 December 2024)

-       Holy Father

-       Cardinals and Vatican citizens: 66  (10 of whom live inside the State)

-       Residents of the State (both citizens and non-citizens):   882

-       Number of residents who died in 2024:  6

-       Number of Squares: 21

-       Covered roads: 30

-       There are currently no pets.