Vatican Affairs News

Cardinal Becciu's Luxury Vatican Apartment Retained Despite Conviction

Cardinal Angelo Becciu, who was convicted of financial crimes, continues to reside in a luxurious Vatican apartment despite changes in Vatican policy requiring resident clerics to pay market rates for accommodation. Becciu, who was asked to resign by Pope Francis in 2020, is reportedly paying only a nominal monthly rent for the palatial apartment. The property underwent extensive renovations shortly after Becciu became a cardinal and as the investigation into his financial crimes began. The Vatican has not confirmed if Becciu has been asked to pay market rates.