Travel Vaccines and Advice for San Marino

Yes, some vaccines are recommended or required for San Marino. The PHAC and WHO recommend the following vaccinations for San Marino: COVID-19, hepatitis A, hepatitis B, rabies, meningitis, polio, measles, mumps and rubella (MMR), Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis), chickenpox, shingles, pneumonia and influenza.

As part of Italy and a developed region, there are few active infections. Make sure you are up-to-date on your routine vaccinations before travelling.

Rabies is present in some animals in San Marino. Consider vaccination if working with animals or staying longer-term.

See our vaccinations page to learn more about these infections and vaccines. Ready to protect yourself? Book your travel health appointment today by calling or schedule online now.

The Government of Canada advises that a visa is not required for stays 10 days or under in San Marino. Anyone travelling to San Marino will need a passport that is valid for the duration of their visit. Six months of extra validation is often recommended.

Upon arriving in San Marino, you will need to complete a declaration of presence within 24 hours if you are staying for more than three days. Failing to do this can result in your expulsion from the country.

San Marino Entry Requirements
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Sources: Embassy of San Marino and Canadian Travel and Tourism

Visit the Canadian Travel and Tourism website for more information on entry and exit requirements.

Though San Marino is not on the coast, its climate is still considered Mediterranean. This means warm summers, with temperatures from approximately 21 to 26 degrees. Winters can be cold with highs between about from five to 10 degrees.

As far as precipitation is concerned, you will almost never see snow in this country. Each month of the year sees at least 3.4 centimeters of rain. The rainiest months of the year in San Marino are September, October and December.

The crime rate in San Marino is low. Use common sense when securing your belongings. Always keep your travel documents and money in a safe place that is pick-pock proof. Never leave your property unattended, including drinks that you buy at local bars.

Travellers should be aware that there are other threats in San Marino other than crime. San Marino is an active seismic zone. Earthquakes occur regularly here due to the country’s location on a fault zone. Monitor local news for updates as needed.

Monte Titano stands at 740 meters above sea level and serves as the highest peak in the country. The mountains height is not the only reason people visit this three-peaked mountain.

Monte Titano, or the Three Towers of San Marino, is home to a wide variety of eye-catching flora and fauna. Dozens of different species of trees thrive on this mountain including oaks, laburnum, cypress, and fir. They serve as a home to the many birds and mammals of this area.

To protect the region, this area was made a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2008.

Below, you’ll find a list of things you’ll want to take on your trip to San Marino:

• Italian Translation Book – The primary language of San Marino is Italian. To better navigate the country, you’ll want a reference dictionary.
• Layers of Clothing – San Marino’s weather shifts in temperature throughout the day. Days can be warm and nights can be cool. So, it’s best to have clothes you can layer so you’re comfortable throughout the entire day.
• Cash – Some traffic violations and most overseas health care providers need cash upfront. Depending on the circumstances, you are expected to pay immediately in local currency. Be sure to have both local currency and American currency while you’re travelling in San Marino.

As a principality within Italy, the Canadian embassy in Rome serves San Marino:

Canadian Embassy Rome
Via Zara 30,
Rome 00198, Italy
Tel.: 39 06-85444-1

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