On April 9, 2025, during their state visit to Italy, King Charles III and Queen Camilla held a private audience with Pope Francis at the Vatican. The meeting, which lasted approximately 20 minutes, coincided with the royal couple's 20th wedding anniversary. Pope Francis extended his congratulations on their milestone and reciprocated well-wishes for King Charles's health. This encounter marked their third meeting with Pope Francis, following previous visits in 2017 and 2019.