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