Francis is not officially paid, but he can use the Vatican’s $ 10 billion.
As the leader and highest representative of one of the largest and most important organizations in the world, the Pope has duties like any other president: he governs, makes decisions, holds meetings, ultimately acts as president.
Traditionally, Popes earn three coins a year: gold, silver and copper. After his death, three sacks containing the coins they collected during his papacy are placed in his coffins.
Although Francis, and any pope, does not have a primary salary or salary, the Vatican manages all of his expenses and provides him with everything he needs for personal use.
The Pope has access to the Vatican’s billions of dollars. The wealth of the Vatican is estimated at between $ 9 billion and $ 14 billion. The Vatican has major investments in banking, insurance, chemicals, steel, construction, real estate.