Visa requirements

Hungary

General visa requirements for travelling to Hungary. These policies apply to all nationalities unless a country-specific policy exists.

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Diplomatic visa (Diplomatic Visa - Diplomatic and Official Passport Holders)

Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026

Embassy required

• Processing time: Varies - handled through diplomatic channels
• Fee: Free
• Entry: Single entry

Eligibility

• Nationality

  Holders of diplomatic or official/service passports. Many countries have bilateral visa-exemption agreements with Hungary for diplomatic passport holders, including but not limited to: Algeria, Azerbaijan, Belarus, China, Cuba, Egypt, India, Indonesia, Iran, Kazakhstan, Laos, Mongolia, Russia, and others.

• Purpose of visit

  Must be traveling on official government or international organization business, or posted to a diplomatic/consular mission in Hungary

  Includes

  • Official government business
  • diplomatic/consular mission

Documents you need

• Passport

  Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6

• Invitation letter

  Host requirements: Must be issued by a government ministry or accredited international organization

• Application form

  Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.

  Form name: Diplomatic Visa Application; Form url: https://konzuliszolgalat.kormany.hu

How to apply

1. Document gathering

   Obtain Official Documentation - Obtain note verbale from sending government and any required diplomatic credentials.

2. Document submission

   Submit Through Diplomatic Channels - Application submitted through the diplomatic section of the Hungarian Embassy or through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

3. Processing wait

   Diplomatic Processing - Processing handled through diplomatic channels; timeline varies.

4. Visa collection

   Collect Diplomatic Visa - Collect visa through the diplomatic section of the embassy.

This information is provided for general guidance only. Visa requirements can change frequently and may vary by nationality. Always verify with the official embassy or consulate before making travel plans. Contact [email protected] for assistance.