Time in Vatican City
Capital · Vatican City
Time zone in Vatican City
| Time zone | Local time | Offset | DST | Example city |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Europe/Vatican Central European Summer Time |
UTC+02:00 | In effect | Vatican City |
About Vatican City
| Official name: | Vatican City State |
|---|---|
| Capital: | Vatican City |
| Region: | Europe · Southern Europe |
| Population: | 882 |
| Currency: | Euro (EUR, €) |
| Calling code: | +379 |
| Languages: | Italian, Latin |
| ISO codes: | VA / VAT |
| Internet domain: | .va |
Cities in Vatican City
Public holidays in Vatican City 2026
Full list ›- 1 Jan — Maria Santissima Madre di Dio
- 6 Jan — Epifania del Signore
- 11 Feb — Anniversario della istituzione dello Stato della Città del Vaticano
- 19 Mar — San Giuseppe
- 2 Apr — Giovedì santo
- 3 Apr — Venerdì santo
- 4 Apr — Sabato santo
- 5 Apr — Domenica di Pasqua
Frequently asked questions about time in Vatican City
How many time zones does Vatican City have?
Vatican City uses one time zone: Central European Summer Time (Europe/Vatican, currently UTC+02:00).
Does Vatican City use daylight saving time?
Yes — 1 of Vatican City’s 1 time zones change their clocks in the next 12 months. Each city page shows its next clock change.
What time is it in Vatican City, the capital of Vatican City?
See the live clock on the Vatican City time page. Vatican City uses Europe/Vatican.