🇭🇺Hungary Visa 2026: Entry Requirements
Europe· Updated 10/10/2026
Do you need a visa for Hungary?
It depends on your passport. Out of 198 nationalities documented by IziVisas, 93 enter Hungary visa-free and 105 must apply at a consulate before travelling.
Visa-free
93
nationalities
Consular visa
105
nationalities
Check the rule for your nationality
Pick your passport for the exact 2026 rule: fee, processing time, allowed stay and documents.
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Transit visa for Hungary
Visa for airport or land transit.
- Stay:
- Same-day
- Fee:
- 90 EUR
Data updated on · Official source
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Indicative information, drawn from official sources and Wikipedia, and updated automatically. Rules change: confirm with the embassy or the official portal before booking. Our methodology · Official portal
Coming up: announced entry rules
- Europe: ETIAS travel authorisationExpected by the EU in the last quarter of 2026
Visa-exempt travellers will need to apply online (€20) before entering any of the 30 countries concerned. Applications are not open yet: beware of websites already selling it. Official EU website
Insurance requiredInsurance for the Schengen visa (AXA Schengen)
If your passport needs a Schengen visa, it is a required document of the file: at least €30,000 of medical expenses. Any compliant insurer is accepted; AXA Schengen is one. Only the consulate decides whether the certificate is acceptable.
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Hungary visa requirements by nationality
The entry regime Hungary applies to the passports most often checked on IziVisas. Open a row for the fee, the processing time, the documents and the allowed stay of that exact route.
- EcuadorVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- TunisiaVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- TogoVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- MoroccoVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- TurkeyVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- ChinaVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
Hungary visa types, fees and processing times
Every visa category Hungary publishes, with the official fee, the allowed stay and the processing time when the source states them. Eligibility depends on your nationality: open your route for the rule that applies to your passport.
| Visa | Category | Allowed stay | Official fee | Processing time | Entries | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay (tourism) | Short stay | 90 days per 180-day period | 90 EUR | 15-45 days | Portal | |
| Work permit | Work | 3 years | 110 EUR | 70 days | Multiple | Portal |
| EU Blue Card | Work | 4 years | 110 EUR | 70 days | Multiple | Portal |
| White Card (digital nomad) | Work | 1 year (renewable) | 110 EUR | 30 days | Multiple | Portal |
| Student visa | Study | Duration of programme | 110 EUR | 70 days | Portal | |
| Family Reunification | Family | 3 years | 110 EUR | 70 days | Portal | |
| Guest Investor visa | Investor | 10 years | 110 EUR | 60 days | Multiple | Portal |
| Airport transit visa | Transit | Same-day | 90 EUR | 15 days | Portal |
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Information
Capital
Budapest
Population
9,650,000
Currency
Hungarian forint (HUF Ft)
Languages
Hungarian
Continent
Europe
Calling code
+36
Timezone
Europe/Budapest
Area
93,012 km²
Government
Parliamentary republic
National day
20 August (St. Stephen's Day)
Internet domain
.hu
About
Hungary is a landlocked country in Central Europe, renowned for its thermal baths and rich history. Its capital Budapest is a major cultural hub. The economy is driven by industry, agriculture, and booming tourism.
Nomad Insurance travel cover (SafetyWing)
Medical cover and repatriation, can be taken out mid-trip.
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Safety
Risk areas
Crime(Low)
- Avoid isolated areas at night
- Watch personal belongings in Budapest
Terrorism(Low)
- Low risk, stay vigilant during public events
Transport
- Use official taxis or apps
Natural risks(Low, rare flooding on the Danube)
- Monitor weather alerts
Health(Adequate healthcare system, private care recommended)
- Travel insurance mandatory
- Standard vaccines
Practical tips
- Register with the consulate
- Carry identification documents
- Respect local laws strictly
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Cost of living
Accommodation
Food
Transport
Leisure
Health
Others
Indicative prices in USD in Budapest · estimated in October 2026
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Practical information
Electricity
Emergency numbers
Practical information
Right
safe
10-15% at restaurants
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Plan your trip
Tours and activities (GetYourGuide)
Book excursions ahead, with free cancellation on most activities.
Nomad Insurance travel cover (SafetyWing)
Medical cover and repatriation, can be taken out mid-trip.
eSIM data (Saily)
Stay connected on landing, with no roaming charges. Requires an eSIM-compatible phone.
Accommodation (Hotels.com)
Hotels and other stays, with a free-cancellation filter.
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Guides to prepare your trip
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to Hungary?▾
It depends on your passport. IziVisas documents the entry regime for Hungary across 198 nationalities: 93 visa-free, 105 with a consular visa. Pick yours for the exact rule, with documents, fees and processing times.
Check by my nationality →How much does a Hungary visa cost?▾
Fees vary by visa type and nationality. The lowest published official fee is 90 EUR (Short-stay (tourism)). These are government fees only, providers and visa application centres add their own service charge.
Do you need a transit visa for Hungary?▾
Hungary issues a transit visa for travellers connecting or crossing the country without staying, valid Same-day. Conditions depend on your nationality, the length of the layover and whether you leave the airport's international zone.
Is it dangerous to travel to Hungary?▾
The overall risk level is currently rated "Overall safety level low to moderate, safe for tourists in main urban areas.". See the Safety tab on this page for details by topic (crime, transport, health, areas to avoid) and practical tips.
What currency is used in Hungary?▾
The official currency is Hungarian forint (HUF Ft). See sample prices (accommodation, meals, transport) in the cost of living section above.
What is the capital of Hungary?▾
The capital of Hungary is Budapest. The main spoken languages are: Hungarian.
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