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