Hungary
Central Europe · Schengen area
Do US citizens need a visa? No — up to 90 days
Hungary is a full Schengen member. US citizens may enter visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180-day period for tourism, business, or family visits. Longer stays, study, or work require a national visa/residence permit.
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Fees & exemptions
- Adult short-stay Schengen visa€80
US citizens are visa-exempt for tourism up to 90 days; applies to non-US-citizen residents needing a Hungarian visa.
Where to apply
Consulate General of Hungary (New York, Los Angeles) or Embassy of Hungary in Washington, DC
Appointment system
Appointment booked via the Hungarian consulate's online visa appointment system.
Required documents
- Completed and signed Schengen visa application form
- Valid passport (issued within last 10 years, 2 blank pages, valid 3+ months beyond stay)
- Recent biometric passport photo
- Travel medical insurance for Schengen area (min. EUR 30,000)
- Proof of purpose of trip
- Proof of accommodation
- Proof of sufficient funds
- Proof of onward/return travel
- Hotel booking / accommodation proof
Editor tips
Book early for summer travel and note the operation is cashless - card or postal order only, with the consular fee paid at the appointment rather than in advance.
Country-specific quirks
Hungarian short-stay processing in the UK moved from direct embassy submission to VFS Global on 24 February 2025, so older guidance pointing to the Embassy counter is out of date.
Who can apply where
Your nationality decides whether you need a visa; where you legally live decides where you apply. Applications for Hungary are handled by its embassy, consulate or visa centre covering your country of residence — you cannot normally apply in a country you are only visiting.
- If you are not a citizen of the country you apply from, bring your residence permit or long-stay visa — it usually has to stay valid for at least 3 months after your return.
- Visiting several Schengen countries? Apply to your main destination, or — if you split time evenly — to the country you enter first.
- Some passports are visa-exempt for short stays and only need ETIAS travel authorisation instead of a visa; long-stay and work permits are still required for everyone.
- Fees, document lists and appointment systems are set per consulate, so the local Hungary mission for your region always overrides anything on this page.
Where to submit if you apply from the US
Addresses where applicants of any nationality living in the United States hand in Hungary visa documents and give biometrics. Applying from elsewhere? Use the official links below to find the Hungary mission covering your country of residence.
- Washington, DCEmbassy of Hungary
3910 Shoemaker Street NW, Washington, DC 20008
Handles visas for its consular district
Official pageCoversDCALGALAMDMSNCPASCVAWV - New YorkConsulate General of Hungary in New York
223 East 52nd Street, New York, NY 10022
Also handles visa applications for FL/PR/USVI (Miami vice-consulate does not accept visas)
Official pageCoversCTDEMEMANHNJNYRIVTFLPR - ChicagoConsulate General of Hungary in Chicago
303 East Wacker Drive, Unit 2050, Chicago, IL 60601
Official pageCoversARILINIAKYMIMNMOOHTNWI - Los AngelesConsulate General of Hungary in Los Angeles
11766 Wilshire Blvd, Suite 410, Los Angeles, CA 90025
Official pageCoversAKAZCACOHIIDKSMTNENVNMNDOKORSDTXUTWAWY - HoustonVice Consulate of Hungary in Houston
5847 San Felipe St, Suite 1700, Houston, TX 77057
Does NOT accept visa applications
Official page - MiamiVice Consulate of Hungary in Miami
2121 Ponce de Leon Blvd, Suite 732, Coral Gables, FL 33134
Does NOT accept visa applications; visa applicants in FL/PR/USVI must use New York consulate
Official page
Always cross-check requirements on the official page for your jurisdiction — details can vary by country of residence.
Where to apply
Consulate General of Hungary (New York, Los Angeles) or Embassy of Hungary in Washington, DC
Appointment system
Appointment booked via the Hungarian consulate's online visa appointment system.
Who can apply where
Your nationality decides whether you need a visa; where you legally live decides where you apply. Applications for Hungary are handled by its embassy, consulate or visa centre covering your country of residence.
Applicants of any nationality living in the United States hand in Hungary visa documents and give biometrics at these addresses.
- Washington, DCEmbassy of Hungary
3910 Shoemaker Street NW, Washington, DC 20008
Handles visas for its consular district
Official pageCoversDCALGALAMDMSNCPASCVAWV - New YorkConsulate General of Hungary in New York
223 East 52nd Street, New York, NY 10022
Also handles visa applications for FL/PR/USVI (Miami vice-consulate does not accept visas)
Official pageCoversCTDEMEMANHNJNYRIVTFLPR - ChicagoConsulate General of Hungary in Chicago
303 East Wacker Drive, Unit 2050, Chicago, IL 60601
Official pageCoversARILINIAKYMIMNMOOHTNWI - Los AngelesConsulate General of Hungary in Los Angeles
11766 Wilshire Blvd, Suite 410, Los Angeles, CA 90025
Official pageCoversAKAZCACOHIIDKSMTNENVNMNDOKORSDTXUTWAWY - HoustonVice Consulate of Hungary in Houston
5847 San Felipe St, Suite 1700, Houston, TX 77057
Does NOT accept visa applications
Official page - MiamiVice Consulate of Hungary in Miami
2121 Ponce de Leon Blvd, Suite 732, Coral Gables, FL 33134
Does NOT accept visa applications; visa applicants in FL/PR/USVI must use New York consulate
Official page
Book your travel to use for supporting documents for Hungary
Most consulates ask for a flight itinerary and confirmed accommodation. Search Budapest and attach the confirmations to your application.
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