Greece•EuropeVaries
80 EUR
Varies (Within 180-day period, single or multiple entries)
No
Not Required
Not Specified
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Not Required
Allows transit through the international area of a Greek airport during a stopover without entering the Schengen territory.
The Airport Transit Visa (Type A) is a specialized travel document established under the Schengen Agreement and regulated by the EU Visa Code (Regulation 810/2009). It is designed to bridge the gap for third-country nationals who must pass through the international transit area of a Greek airport while traveling between two non-Schengen countries. This visa ensures that travelers remain within the designated international zone, maintaining the security integrity of the Schengen Area without requiring them to formally enter the country or pass through immigration controls.
This visa is intended for citizens of specific countries who do not hold visa-exempt status or other qualifying residence permits. It is essential for travelers with layovers in Greece who need to wait for a connecting flight to a destination outside the Schengen zone. The applicant must provide proof of their onward travel, such as a confirmed flight ticket, and must possess valid health insurance covering the duration of their transit. It is a strictly limited permit that does not grant the holder permission to leave the airport terminal.
Must hold a valid passport issued within the last 10 years with at least 2 blank pages.
Passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the intended date of departure from the Schengen area.
Must possess a valid visa or residence permit for the final destination country (if required).
Must remain within the international transit area of the airport; cannot enter the Schengen territory.
Must have a confirmed onward flight ticket to a third country.
Education
none or higher
Completed and signed Schengen visa application form.
Valid passport and copies of previous visas.
Recent passport-sized biometric photograph (35x45mm).
Confirmed flight ticket for the onward journey to a third country.
Valid visa or entry permit for the final destination country.
Proof of sufficient financial means for the transit period.
Travel medical insurance (if applicable for specific transit scenarios).
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