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