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