Lufthansa Group welcomes visa-free airport transit for Indian nationals via Germany

The Lufthansa Group welcomes the decision of the Federal Republic of Germany to abolish airport transit visa requirements for Indian nationals travelling to third countries via German airports, effective 3 June 2026.

Policy Change
- Effective Date: From 3 June 2026, Indian nationals no longer need an airport transit visa when connecting through German airports.
- Announced By: The Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany in New Delhi.
- Impact: Makes journeys via hubs like Frankfurt and Munich more seamless, boosting Germany’s role as a global gateway.

Lufthansa Group in India
- Presence: Over six decades in India, with more than 70 weekly flights between India and Europe.
- Expansion Plans:
- Deployment of Allegris cabins on Boeing 787-9 services from Delhi and Hyderabad.
- Launch of SWISS’s first-ever direct Bengaluru–Zurich service in Winter 2026.
- Rollout of FOX (Future Onboard Experience) across all long-haul cabins, enhancing comfort and personalization.
- Added capacity: extra SWISS A330 frequencies (Delhi–Zurich) and expanded Lufthansa A380 services (Mumbai–Munich).

Strategic Importance
- India is Lufthansa Group’s largest intercontinental market in Asia-Pacific.
- Visa-free transit strengthens connectivity between India, Germany, and the wider world, while reinforcing Lufthansa’s commitment to the Indian market.

This move not only simplifies travel logistics but also signals Germany’s intent to position itself as a preferred transit hub for Indian passengers.