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Hungary visit visa: Schengen tourist, business, and family
A Hungary visit visa is the Schengen short stay visa that lets Indian travellers enter Hungary for up to 90 days in any 180-day period. It covers tourism, business, visiting family or friends, and medical treatment, and lets you travel across the Schengen area. It does not allow work or long study. A border officer decides entry.
Data current as of June 2026
What the Hungary visit visa covers
A Hungary visit visa, the Schengen short stay visa, lets Indian travellers come to Hungary for up to 90 days in any 180-day period. One visa type covers many purposes.
It covers tourism, visiting family or friends, business and conferences, and medical treatment. Because Hungary is in the Schengen area, the same visa lets you travel across all the Schengen countries, so the key is showing your real purpose and that you will return to India.
The visit visa does not allow paid employment in Hungary or a long study program, which needs a national, Type D, visa. Travel medical insurance of at least 30,000 EUR is mandatory. Since 2025, Hungary asks for a valid Hungarian address on the application, so prearranged accommodation matters. This page is a full guide: the options, the costs, the documents, the address rule, the application steps, what to do before you fly, and what to do once you arrive.
The Hungarian address rule
Hungary has one requirement that catches many travellers who like to plan loosely. It is worth sorting before anything else.
Since 2025, your application needs a valid Hungarian address
All visitors, including Indian applicants, must give a Hungarian residential address when applying. In practice this means prearranged accommodation for your whole stay, a hotel booking with a deposit or cancellation fee, or a host invitation with the host’s address. Booking only after you arrive no longer suits the application, so plan and book in advance.
Source: VFS Global Hungary one-pager and 2025 Hungary visa policy updates, current for 2026. The Hungarian address requirement applies to third-country nationals including Indians, and prearranged accommodation is expected even where a business host covers it. Rules can change, so confirm the current requirement before you apply.
What you can visit Hungary for
All short visits to Hungary run through one Schengen short stay visa. These are the main purposes Indian travellers apply under.
Tourist visit
Holidays and sightseeing across Budapest, the thermal baths, Eger, and Tokaj, with onward Schengen trips.
90 in 180
Business visit
Meetings, conferences, and trade fairs with a company invitation. No paid work in Hungary.
90 in 180
Family and friends
Visiting relatives or friends, whose invitation and address can serve as your Hungarian address.
90 in 180
Medical treatment
Arranged treatment at a Hungarian facility or medical spa, with a confirmation and cost estimate.
As approved
Child or dependant
A child applies for their own Schengen visa, with a birth certificate and consent where needed.
90 in 180
Schengen travel
Travel onward to other Schengen countries within your 90 days, since one Hungarian visa covers the area.
Within 90
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Hungary short-stay visa options compared
Most short visits use the same Schengen short stay visa for different purposes. This table compares the main options for Indian travellers.
| Option | Who it is for | Typical stay |
|---|---|---|
| Tourist visit visa | Holidays, sightseeing, travel | 90 days in 180 |
| Business visit visa | Meetings, conferences, trade fairs | 90 days in 180 |
| Family or friends visit | Visiting relatives or friends | 90 days in 180 |
| Medical visit visa | Treatment at a Hungarian facility | As approved |
| Child or dependant | Children travelling with family | 90 days in 180 |
| Schengen travel | Onward to 29 Schengen countries | Within the 90 days |
Source: Embassy of Hungary via VFS Global guidance and 2026 sources, current for 2026. The tourist, business, family, medical, and child or dependant routes all use the Schengen short stay visa, which also allows travel across the Schengen area. The 90 days in any 180-day period is shared across all Schengen countries. Rules can change.
For most travellers one Schengen visa serves several purposes and many countries, so the key is showing your genuine reason and your funds. We match you to the right option.
Documents you need for a Hungary visit visa
A complete, consistent file is the single biggest factor you control. This table shows the core documents and the extras for each purpose.
| Document | Who needs it | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Passport and photos | All applicants | Two blank pages, Schengen-spec photo |
| Schengen application form | All applicants | Completed and signed for Hungary |
| Travel insurance | All applicants | Min 30,000 EUR, all Schengen |
| Accommodation and address | All applicants | Prearranged, with the Hungarian address |
| Funds and itinerary | All applicants | Bank statements, round-trip, cover letter |
| Invitation or company letter | Family and business visits | Host or company, stamped and signed |
Source: Embassy of Hungary via VFS Global Hungary checklist guidance, current for 2026. Show three to six months of bank statements, salary slips, and an employer letter or no-objection certificate, with every date matching across your documents. The Schengen photo specification is strict, so meet it exactly. Requirements vary by case. Confirm the current checklist before you apply.
Strong, consistent documents that match your itinerary are what officers reward. We build and review your full file so it tells a clear, genuine story of your visit.
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Hungary visit visa fees
Government fees for a Hungary visit visa are set under Schengen rules and paid at VFS in Indian rupees. The table shows the main charges to plan for.
| Charge | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Schengen visa fee, adult | EUR 90 | Paid in INR; non-refundable |
| Child 6 to 11 | EUR 45 | Reduced fee; under 6 free of visa fee |
| VFS service charge | About INR 2,133 | With biometrics; less without; incl GST |
| Travel insurance | From about EUR 30 | Min 30,000 EUR, mandatory |
| Other costs | Varies | Photos, courier, translations |
Source: VFS Global Hungary fee guidance and 2026 sources, current for 2026. The Schengen visa fee is EUR 90 for adults and EUR 45 for children 6 to 11, with under 6 free of the visa fee, paid in Indian rupees, non-refundable. The VFS service charge is about 2,133 rupees with biometrics, inclusive of GST, and lower without biometrics. Insurance, courier, and translations are extra. Charges can change, so confirm current amounts before you apply.
Budget for the visa fee, the VFS service charge, and mandatory Schengen insurance for your trip. We give you a clear, current cost picture before you apply.
What to do before you travel to Hungary
A smooth trip starts before you fly. Get your documents, money, and plans in order so the border officer sees a genuine, well-prepared visitor.
Pack these
- Passport valid for your trip, with your visa sticker.
- Schengen insurance certificate for at least 30,000 EUR.
- Itinerary, accommodation, and return ticket.
- Funds proof and your host invitation if hosted.
Check these
- Your total Schengen days stay within 90 in 180.
- Your insurance covers the whole trip and all Schengen.
- Your accommodation matches the address on your form.
- You carry printed copies for the border officer.
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The Hungary visit visa application process
You prepare your file, submit at a VFS centre in India, and the application goes to the Embassy of Hungary for the decision. Follow the steps in order so nothing is missed.
Complete the form
Fill the Schengen application for Hungary and gather the checklist documents.
Arrange accommodation
Book prearranged accommodation and note the Hungarian address on the form.
Buy insurance
Schengen travel medical insurance of at least 30,000 EUR for the whole trip.
Book VFS
Book an appointment at the VFS Global centre for Hungary near you.
Give biometrics
Attend in person, give fingerprints and a photo, pay the fees, and submit.
Decision
The Embassy of Hungary decides, then you collect your passport from VFS.
Source: Embassy of Hungary via VFS Global Hungary and 2026 sources, current for 2026. Steps and fees are set under Schengen rules and can change, and processing usually takes about 15 calendar days from when the embassy receives the file, extending to around 45 days in peak periods and up to 60 days if extra documents are requested. A visa does not guarantee entry, since a border officer decides at arrival. Confirm current details before you apply.
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Hungary visit visa dos and donts
Small mistakes cause many refusals. These dos and donts keep your application honest and strong.
Do the right things
- Arrange prearranged accommodation with the Hungarian address.
- Show genuine funds and a steady bank balance.
- Buy Schengen insurance of at least 30,000 EUR.
- Meet the Schengen photo specification exactly.
- Match every date across all your documents.
- Respect the 90 days in any 180-day period rule.
Do not do these
- Do not leave accommodation to book after arrival.
- Do not work in Hungary or earn money there.
- Do not overstay the 90 in 180 limit.
- Do not give false information or fake bookings.
- Do not hide a past visa refusal from any country.
- Do not make sudden large deposits before applying.
Source: VFS Global Hungary and Schengen guidance, current for 2026. False information or overstaying can lead to refusal and a ban across all Schengen countries. A missing Hungarian address and photos that fail the specification are common, avoidable refusal reasons. Rules can change, so confirm current details. Following them protects your record.
What to do once you are in Hungary
A visit visa lets you do more than sightsee, within clear limits. Here is what you can and cannot do as a visitor.
You can
- Travel, sightsee, and visit family and friends.
- Attend meetings, conferences, and trade fairs.
- Take a short course of less than 90 days.
- Get medical treatment you have arranged.
- Travel onward to other Schengen countries.
- Stay within 90 days in any 180-day period.
You cannot
- Take up paid employment in Hungary.
- Study a long or degree program.
- Stay beyond your 90 in 180 limit.
- Extend a tourist visa to stay longer.
- Treat the visa as permission to settle.
At the border, an officer asks about your visit and checks your documents, so keep them ready. Track your time so your total stay across all Schengen countries stays within the 90 in 180 rule.
Source: VFS Global Hungary and Schengen guidance, current for 2026. The 90 days in any 180-day period applies across the whole Schengen area, and a tourist visa is generally not extendable. You must leave before your visa expires. Rules can change, so confirm current details before you rely on them.
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How long you can stay and entry types
A Schengen short stay is limited and shared across the whole area. This table explains the stay, entry types, and multiple-entry options for frequent travellers.
| Item | Detail | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum stay | 90 days in 180 | Shared across all Schengen countries |
| Validity | Trip plus a buffer | Visa sticker shows your exact dates |
| Entry type | Single, double, multiple | First-timers often single or double |
| Frequent travellers | Up to 5 years | Multi-entry for clean history |
| Tourist extension | Not extendable | Generally only exceptional cases |
Source: Embassy of Hungary via VFS Global and Schengen guidance, current for 2026. The 90 days in any 180-day period is calculated across the whole Schengen area, not just Hungary. First-time applicants often receive single or double entry, and clean recent travel may earn a multiple-entry visa valid for up to five years, assessed by the Embassy of Hungary and not guaranteed. A tourist visa is generally not extendable. Rules can change.
The short stay visa is for short visits, not for settling. If you want to work, study long term, or stay longer, a national, Type D, visa or residence permit is needed. We explain the entry options and the right path for your plans.
What officers look for, and refusal reasons
A Hungary visit visa is approved when you show a genuine short visit, enough funds, valid insurance, prearranged accommodation, and strong ties to India. Knowing what the Embassy of Hungary checks helps you prepare.
Common refusal reasons include inadequate or inconsistent proof of funds, incomplete documentation, insufficient or invalid travel insurance, a missing Hungarian address or accommodation, a vague itinerary or purpose, unclear ties to India, a photo that fails the specification, or a history of overstays. Many cases can be reapplied with a stronger file.
A Hungary visit visa is the Schengen short stay visa, applied for through VFS Global with biometrics and decided by the Embassy of Hungary, costing EUR 90 for adults plus a VFS service charge. It needs travel insurance of at least 30,000 EUR, a valid Hungarian address through prearranged accommodation, and proof of funds, covers tourism, business, family, medical, and child or dependant travel, and allows up to 90 days in any 180-day period across the Schengen area. It does not allow work or long study.
Factual overview, verified against the Embassy of Hungary via VFS Global guidance and 2026 sources, current for 2026. Fees, stay periods, and rules are set under Schengen rules and can change at any time. A visa does not guarantee entry.
Meeting the criteria improves your chances, but the final decision rests with the Embassy of Hungary and the border officer. We give you a realistic view and help you build the strongest possible application.
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