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