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