
14/06/2025
Client Question:
I’m an Indian passport holder traveling from Mumbai to Toronto via Munich on Lufthansa with a 9h 45m layover. I have a valid PG1 Canada Super Visa. Do I need a transit visa for Germany?
R International Answer:
No. As per German transit rules, Indian citizens with a valid Canada visa (PG1) and a same-day connection via Munich, staying airside, do not require a German airport transit visa.
Transit via Munich, Germany – Do You Need a Visa?
Client Travel Summary:
Passport: Indian
Route: Mumbai (BOM) → Munich (MUC) → Toronto (YYZ)
Layover in Munich: 9 hours 45 minutes
Airline: Lufthansa
Visa Type: PG1 (Canada Super Visa – Long-Term Visitor)
Travel Date: Friday, 25 July 2025
Stay in Munich: Only airport layover, not exiting terminal
Transit Visa Requirement – Germany (Schengen Zone)
As per Schengen transit policy for Indian citizens:
You DO NOT need a German airport transit visa if:
You hold a valid Canadian visa or residence permit (PG1 category included)
Your layover is under 24 hours (yours is ~10 hrs)
You stay within the international transit area
You’re flying with a reputed airline like Lufthansa
Conclusion – By R International:
Dear traveler, great news for your journey!
No transit visa is required for your layover in Munich, Germany
You’re free to travel smoothly to Toronto without any German visa hassles
Just make sure not to exit the airport during the transit
For any assistance on transit, visa filing, or international travel planning – contact us anytime.
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How we came to this advise:
Client Advisory – Transit Visa Requirement Assessment
Issued by R International (Visa Documentation & Advisory Services)
Traveler Summary:
Nationality: Indian Passport Holder
Itinerary: Mumbai (BOM) → Munich (MUC) → Toronto (YYZ)
Layover Duration in Munich: 9 hours 45 minutes
Operating Carrier: Lufthansa (Star Alliance Member)
Final Destination: Canada
Visa Type: PG1 – Canadian Super Visa (Long-Term Visitor Category)
Date of Travel: Friday, 25 July 2025
Transit Visa Requirement – Federal Republic of Germany (Schengen Zone)
*Pursuant to the Schengen Visa Code (Regulation (EC) No. 810/2009) and Germany’s national transit visa policy, Indian nationals may require an airport transit visa (ATV) when transiting through a German airport.*
However, as per the exemption provisions outlined by the German Federal Foreign Office:
You are exempt from requiring an Airport Transit Visa (ATV) if:
1. You are in possession of a valid Canadian visa or residence permit (including PG1 visa category).
2. Your transit does not involve entering German national territory (i.e., you remain airside in the international transit area).
3. Your connecting flight departs within 24 hours of arrival.
4. You are traveling with a recognized international carrier (Lufthansa qualifies).
Conclusion by R International
After a comprehensive review of your case, we confirm the following:
Based on your Indian nationality, confirmed Lufthansa itinerary via Munich, and valid PG1 category Canada visa,
And provided you remain in the airport transit zone and do not pass through German immigration,
You are legally not required to obtain a German Airport Transit Visa for your layover at Munich International Airport.
This conclusion is made in good faith, in reliance upon current published regulations of the German Missions in India and Schengen Area legal framework.
⚠️ Disclaimer:
R International is a private visa documentation and advisory agency. We do not represent any government authority or embassy. Visa decisions are solely at the discretion of the respective immigration or consular officer. Travelers are advised to verify with the official embassy or consulate if their case includes any exceptional conditions.
Web site we checked :
https://canada.diplo.de/ca-en/consular-services/visa/transit?utm_source=chatgpt.com
https://www.justanswer.com/european-law/s3ki6-hold-indian-passport-transit-frankfurt.html?utm_source=chatgpt.com
https://www.auswaertiges-amt.de/en/visa-service/buergerservice/faq/33-transit/606710?utm_source=chatgpt.com
https://www.auswaertiges-amt.de/en/visa-service/buergerservice/faq/33-transit/606710?utm_source=chatgpt.com
https://visa.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/germany/india/bangalore/english/pdf/Airport_transit_visa_141219.pdf?utm_source=chatgpt.com
R International
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A transit visa might be required if you fly via Germany to get to your final destination.