Pope Leo XIV to visit US in 2027

Pope Leo XIV may visit the United States in 2027, according to Archbishop Paul R. Gallagher, the Vatican secretary for relations with states and international organizations. Speaking at the foreign press club in Rome on Oct. 27, the Archbishop said a visit to the pope's native country is likely in the near future, though the exact timing remains uncertain.

The Archbishop noted that the American election cycle will influence the scheduling of the trip. He said a window of opportunity might open in 2027 once the midterm elections conclude this fall, but the timing of the presidential election could also affect the decision.

The visit comes as Pope Leo XIV prepares for a trip to Uruguay, Argentina, and Peru from Nov. 6 to 17. This upcoming journey follows a recent surgery to remove the lower right lobe of the pope's lung. Doctors reported that his recovery is progressing well, no further cancer was detected, and no additional treatment is required.