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