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