Athens International Airport (ATH) — Transit Guide
Transit and entry requirements at Athens International Airport in Athens, Greece
Quick Facts
Athens International Airport (ATH) is a Schengen Area airport in Athens, Greece. Transiting here may require ETIAS or a transit visa depending on your nationality.
Airport ATH
City Athens
Country Greece
Schengen Yes
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Airport Code ATH
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City Athens
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Country Greece
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Schengen Yes
Transit at Athens International Airport
Athens International Airport (ATH) is located in Athens, Greece. As a Schengen Area airport, transiting here may require ETIAS or a Schengen transit visa, depending on your nationality.
If you're connecting between two flights that both stay within the Schengen Area, no additional entry is required. If arriving from outside the Schengen Area, you'll pass through border control.
Transit Requirements at Athens International Airport by Nationality
- EU/EEA citizens Transit freely with passport or national ID. No visa, ETIAS, or other authorization needed.
- Visa-exempt nationals (US, UK, Canada, etc.) Can transit without a visa. ETIAS will be required from Q4 2026 (€20) — even for airside transit.
- Visa-required nationals May need a Schengen Airport Transit Visa (ATV) even for airside connections. Check with the embassy of Greece.
Transit FAQs — Athens International Airport (ATH)
Do I need a visa to transit through Athens International Airport?
It depends on your nationality. EU citizens transit freely. Visa-exempt nationals will need ETIAS from Q4 2026. Some nationalities need a Schengen transit visa even for airside transit.
Is Athens International Airport a Schengen airport?
Yes. Athens International Airport is in Greece, a Schengen Area member. Arriving from outside the Schengen Area means passing through border control.
Can I leave the airport during a layover?
If you have valid entry authorization (ETIAS, Schengen visa, or EU passport), you can leave the airport and visit Athens during your layover.
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