Can a US citizen leave the airport briefly while transiting through Zurich?

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Can I leave the airport during a layover in Zurich?

Terminals A and B/D are located under one roof and connected by the Airside Center shopping/dining complex. Passengers can walk between gates and there are also moving walkways. Most international flights arrive and depart from Terminal E, a satellite terminal reachable in three minutes by the underground Skymetro.

Do I have to go through immigration for a connecting flight in Zurich?

You will NOT go through immigration or customs in Zurich, as your final destination is outside of Switzerland, you will go through these formalities in Italy only. Your bags will be transferred to your Helevtic flight, you will not see them. When you get off your flight, look for signs saying \u201ctransit/transfer\u201d.

Can you leave the airport when transiting?

Yes, you can leave the airport during a layover, provided your passport allows you visa-free entry to the country you're in and you have enough time between flights. In fact, some people intentionally book flights with longer layovers (which are often cheaper) so they get to see a new city.

Can we transit through Zurich?

Indian passport holders are not obliged to hold an Airport Transit Visa. Hence, transit through Switzerland and stay at the airport international transit area is permitted without any visa.

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Stopover at Zurich Airport, Switzerland

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