San Marino Visa RequirementsFor Australia passport holders
Australians can visit San Marino visa-free for up to 90 days as the microstate operates within the Schengen area travel framework.
Great news! Australia passport holders can enter San Marino without a visa for tourism or business purposes. You can stay up to 90 days.
No separate visa is needed for San Marino. Australians who can enter Italy under the Schengen 90-day rule can visit San Marino freely. Note that time spent in San Marino counts toward your overall 90-day Schengen allowance as it applies to the wider Schengen zone travel.
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
6 months beyond date of entry
Blank Pages
2 blank pages required
Multiple Entry
Single entry only
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Current Travel Situation
Australia to San Marino: What You Need to Know
San Marino is a tiny landlocked republic entirely surrounded by Italy and is one of the world's oldest surviving sovereign states. There are no border controls between San Marino and Italy, so Australians enter freely when already in Italy. The country is extremely safe with very low crime rates and is popular for its hilltop old town and tax-free shopping.
Practical Tips
San Marino is only accessible by road from Italy, most conveniently from Rimini. The old town and Guaita fortress are the main attractions. Pick up a passport stamp at the tourist office as a souvenir since it is not issued at any border checkpoint. Bring euros as San Marino uses the euro currency.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Australians need a visa for San Marino?
No. San Marino has no border controls with Italy and Australians can enter freely. Your stay counts toward the 90-day Schengen allowance for the broader region.
How do Australians get to San Marino?
San Marino is only accessible by road from Italy. The nearest major city is Rimini, about 25 kilometres away. Buses and taxis connect Rimini to the capital city, also called San Marino.
Does a San Marino visit count toward the Schengen 90-day limit?
Yes. Although San Marino is not a Schengen member, time spent there counts toward your 90-day Schengen allowance in the 180-day rolling period.
Can Australians get a San Marino passport stamp?
San Marino does not stamp passports at a border, but the official tourist office in the capital city offers a souvenir stamp for a small fee. It is not an official immigration stamp.