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San Marino does not issue entrance visas. Stays under 10 days need no permit, 10 to 30 days need a tourist permit, and longer stays need a stay permit. If your visit lasts more than 3 days you must register with the Gendarmerie within 24 hours of arrival. You reach San Marino through Italy, so the Schengen 90-in-180 rules for Italy apply separately to your time there.

Key facts

For Canadian passport holders, tourism or short business trips.

You may need a visa if…

• San Marino does not issue entrance visas. Stays of 10–30 days need a tourist permit; over 30 days, a stay permit.
• If your visit is longer than 3 days, register with the Gendarmerie within 24 hours of arrival.
• Your time in Italy counts under separate Schengen 90-in-180 rules.
• Entry to San Marino is typically through Italy, which is part of the Schengen Area. Your stay limits are based on Schengen rules.
• While San Marino itself may not explicitly ask for these, Italian (Schengen) border officials may request proof of sufficient funds and accommodation.
• Ensure your passport is in good condition with sufficient blank pages for any stamps.
• Even though San Marino does not have its own border control, it's good practice to carry your passport at all times.

Before you travel

• ✓If staying 10 days or more, arrange the right San Marino permit.
• ✓If staying more than 3 days, register with the Gendarmerie within 24 hours of arrival.
• ✓Ensure your passport is valid for at least 3 months beyond your intended departure from the Schengen Area.
• ✓Verify you have an unblemished passport with sufficient blank pages.
• ✓Obtain comprehensive travel insurance covering medical emergencies and repatriation.
• ✓Have proof of sufficient funds for your stay in the Schengen Area (e.g., bank statements, credit cards).
• ✓Prepare a copy of your accommodation bookings and return or onward travel tickets.
• ✓Understand the Schengen 90/180-day rule to avoid overstaying.

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