King Charles III and Queen Camilla are set to make a state visit to the Vatican in late October 2025, during which they will meet Pope Leo XIV and take part in celebrations for the 2025 Jubilee Year.
The royal couple’s Vatican visit had been planned for April but was postponed due to the ill health of Pope Francis. Before his death, they were able to meet privately with him during their trip to Italy.
According to Buckingham Palace, the October visit will highlight ecumenical cooperation between the Church of England and the Catholic Church, in line with the Jubilee’s theme of “walking together as pilgrims of hope.”
Charles, as Supreme Governor of the Church of England, has met several popes in the past, including during his time as Prince of Wales. He is expected to deepen religious dialogue through this visit.
