Do Indians need transit visa for Amsterdam KLM?


Do Indians need transit visa for Amsterdam KLM? Do I need an airport transit visa? Indian nationals usually do not need an airport transit visa to change planes in the Netherlands.


Who needs a visa to enter Amsterdam?

The majority of foreign nationals wishing to stay in the Netherlands for up to three months require a short stay visa or Schengen visa (Schengenvisum). Foreign nationals from the EU, EEA or Switzerland as well as some other countries are exempt from the visa requirement.


Is connecting flight considered transit?

A connecting flight or transit flight is to reach the final destination through two or more flights, namely, traveling without any direct flights.


Is transit visa required for connecting flights?

An airport transit visa is generally required if you travel internationally and if you need to transit through a country. Even if you do not intend to leave the airport, you may need an airport transit visa.


Do I need transit visa for KLM?

Air France-KLM has announced that it will require an airport transit visa (ATV) for some passengers connecting to the UK. This means citizens from certain countries in Africa and Asia will require an ATV in addition to their UK visas to transit through France or Netherlands.


Do I need transit visa for connecting flight in Amsterdam?

You need a transit visa to change planes even if you're not planning on leaving the airport but are exempt from that requirement if have a valid visa for an EU/EEA country, Canada, Japan or the United States of America.