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