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