The Apostolic Nunciature in Madrid is the diplomatic mission of the Holy See to Spain and the Pope’s representation to the Spanish state and the Catholic Church in Spain.
Contact Details
| Address | Avda. Pío XII, 46, 28016 Madrid, Spain |
| Telephone | +34 91 766 83 11 |
| Fax | +34 91 766 70 85 |
| nunap@nunciaturapostolica.es | |
| Head of Mission | Piero Pioppo, Apostolic Nuncio |
| National Day | 29 June |
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:30 - 13:30 / 16:30 - 18:30 |
| Tuesday | 09:30 - 13:30 / 16:30 - 18:30 |
| Wednesday | 09:30 - 13:30 / 16:30 - 18:30 |
| Thursday | 09:30 - 13:30 / 16:30 - 18:30 |
| Friday | 09:30 - 13:30 / 16:30 - 18:30 |
Public hours as listed by the Spanish Foreign Ministry (the list does not name the days; embassies are normally open Monday to Friday). Please confirm before your visit, especially on Spanish and Holy See public holidays.
Location of the Embassy
Before your visit
Visitors go to Avda. Pío XII, 46, 28016 Madrid.
- Public hours (Spanish Foreign Ministry list): 09:30–13:30 and 16:30–18:30 (days not specified).
- Bring: your passport or ID card, plus originals and copies of every document needed for your application.
About the Apostolic Nunciature in Madrid
The Apostolic Nuncio is Piero Pioppo, listed since 3 December 2025.
Closing days
Like most offices in Spain, the nunciature closes on public holidays and on the Holy See’s national day (29 June). In the Community of Madrid, the Community of Madrid Day on 2 May is a regional holiday. If your visit falls close to a holiday, confirm by phone or e-mail.
Emergency assistance
For emergencies, the nunciature’s number is +34 91 766 83 11. Embassies can issue emergency travel documents, contact relatives and provide lists of lawyers or doctors; they cannot pay bills or act as a lawyer. The Spanish emergency number is 112.
The Holy See in Spain
The Holy See in Spain
- Madrid – Apostolic Nunciature (this page)
Frequently asked questions about the Apostolic Nunciature in Madrid
Where is the Apostolic Nunciature in Madrid?
At Avda. Pío XII, 46, 28016 Madrid.
When is the Apostolic Nunciature in Madrid open?
According to the Spanish Foreign Ministry’s list: 09:30–13:30 and 16:30–18:30 (days not specified). Confirm before visiting.
Is the Apostolic Nunciature closed on the national day?
The Spanish diplomatic list gives 29 June as the national day of the Holy See; embassies usually close or hold a reception on that day.
Details checked on 9 October 2026. Sources: Spanish Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Lista del Cuerpo Diplomático (as of 30 September 2026). Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the nunciature before your visit.
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