San Marino
SMRSan Marino is the world's oldest surviving republic, an Italian-speaking enclave within Italy. Not in Schengen or the EU but uses the euro. Naturalisation is notoriously long at 25 years — among the strictest in Europe.
Passport Rank
#15
Visa-Free
177
destinations
Country Details
- Capital
- San Marino
- Currency
- Euro (EUR)
- Languages
- Italian
- Population
- 34,000
- Tax System
- Residence Based
- Dual Citizenship
- Allowed
- Naturalisation
- 25 years
- Schengen / EU
- No
- Climate
- mediterranean-continental
Indices
Cost of Living
85
Safety
85
Healthcare
80
Quality of Life
170
Tax Summary
- Tax System
- Residence Based
- Territorial Taxation
- No — worldwide income taxed for residents
- Naturalisation
- 25 years of legal residency
- Dual Citizenship
- Allowed
Cost of Living by City
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| City | Rent 1BR centre | Rent outside | Groceries | Utilities | Transit pass |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of San Marino | $900 | $700 | $360 | $170 | $30 |
Monthly USD figures. Typical central 1-bedroom rent, grocery basket for one, household utilities, monthly transit pass.
Climate
City of San Marino
Rainfall range: 48–90 mm/month · Daylight 9h (winter) to 15h (summer)
Naturalisation Details
- Residence Years
- 25
- Language Test
- Yes (Italian B1)
- Civic Test
- Yes
- Oath Required
- Yes
- Dual Allowed
- Yes
- Fee
- $300
- Processing
- ~18 months
Real Estate
- Avg price/sqm (capital)
- $4,500
- Transaction taxes
- 3%
Foreign buyers: Non-resident foreigners may buy subject to government authorisation and subject to reciprocity with home country.
International Schools
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| School | City | Curriculum | Tuition (USD/yr) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cross-border Italian curriculum schools in Rimini area | City of San Marino | Italian | $0–$10,000 |
Daily Life Logistics
Internet
150 Mbps median
70% fibre coverage
eSIM: San Marino Telecom (uses Italian infrastructure)
Driving
IDP not required
Local licence required after 12 months
Exchange eligible: Italy, EU/EEA
Pet Relocation
Quarantine: none
Rabies titre not required
EU pet passport: accepted
Safety
GPI Rank
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Global Peace Index ranking (lower is safer)
Common Risks
- ⚠rare — one of the safest countries in the world
LGBTQ+ Legal Status
- Same-Sex Marriage
- Not legal
- Civil Partnerships
- Recognised
- Anti-Discrimination Law
- Yes
- ILGA Rank
- #30
Religious Life
- Halal Food
- Limited
- Kosher Food
- Limited
- Prayer Facilities
- Limited
Sample Citizenship Test Questions
Q1. What is the form of government of San Marino?
Answer: Republic
Source: San Marino civics (world's oldest surviving republic, AD 301)