Tourists
Tourist access to gambling in Vatican City is limited to the same restricted settings that apply to residents.
Is Gambling legal in Vatican City?
Partly.
Gambling is restricted in Vatican City. Updated October 2026.
Vatican City
Gambling is only partly legal in the Vatican City: Gambling is illegal in Vatican City, except for the Government lottery.
The recorded ruling
WhereItsLegal indexes Gambling in Vatican City as restricted. Gambling is only partly legal in the Vatican City: Gambling is illegal in Vatican City, except for the Government lottery.
Tourist access to gambling in Vatican City is limited to the same restricted settings that apply to residents.
Laws move. The last verified date on this ruling is 2026-10-19. Always read the linked source and local statute before acting.
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Frequently asked
Is Gambling legal in Vatican City?+
Partly — Gambling is restricted in Vatican City.
Is Gambling restricted everywhere in Vatican City?+
The recorded status for Vatican City as a whole is restricted. Local bylaws can still add conditions.
Can tourists use Gambling in Vatican City?+
Tourist access to gambling in Vatican City is limited to the same restricted settings that apply to residents.
When was this Vatican City Gambling ruling last verified?+
Last verified 2026-10-19.
Can you fly with Gambling into Vatican City?+
No. Gambling is restricted in Vatican City; bringing it across a border is not recorded as legal.
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