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