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Before your flight, read about entry restrictions applicable to the country of your destination
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Travel to Egypt
Travel to India
Travel to Azerbaijan
Transit Visa - Flights with transfer in Poland
Do I need a transit visa?
A transit visa (type A) is generally not required to stay in the airport's transit zone. However, it is necessary for citizens of certain countries*: Afghanistan, Armenia, Bangladesh, Democratic Republic of Congo, Egypt, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Ghana, Iran, Iraq, Cuba, Nigeria, Pakistan, Somalia and Sri Lanka.
*Remember, a transit visa (type A) does not allow you to leave the airport transit zone.
Can I leave the airport during my transfer?
Leaving the airport (transit zone) is possible in the following cases:
- You are a citizen of a European Union/Schengen Area country.
- You are a citizen of a visa-exempt country. Check if you need a visa with Sherpa! (opens in a new tab)
- You hold a Schengen visa (type C) or a national visa (type D).
Travelling with a medical certificate
Travelling with a medical certificate
Find out when you should provide us with the medical form.
Passengers with limited mobility
Check how to notify us of the need for special assistance during the trip.
