Brussels Airport (BRU) — Transit Guide
Transit and entry requirements at Brussels Airport in Brussels, Belgium
Quick Facts
Brussels Airport (BRU) is a Schengen Area airport in Brussels, Belgium. Transiting here may require ETIAS or a transit visa depending on your nationality.
Airport BRU
City Brussels
Country Belgium
Schengen Yes
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Airport Code BRU
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City Brussels
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Country Belgium
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Schengen Yes
Transit at Brussels Airport
Brussels Airport (BRU) is located in Brussels, Belgium. 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 Brussels 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 Belgium.
Transit FAQs — Brussels Airport (BRU)
Do I need a visa to transit through Brussels 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 Brussels Airport a Schengen airport?
Yes. Brussels Airport is in Belgium, 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 Brussels during your layover.
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