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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Journalist visa (Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C) - Journalist/Media)

Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026

Embassy required

• Maximum stay: 90 days
• Processing time: 15 calendar days
• Fee: EUR 80
• Validity: 90 days within any 180-day period
• Entry: Single entry

Eligibility

• Nationality

  Citizens of EU Regulation 2018/1806 Annex I countries

• Purpose of visit

  Must be a credentialed journalist or media professional traveling for a specific assignment or coverage

  Includes

  • Journalism
  • media coverage

Documents you need

• Passport

  Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 3

• Photo

  Count: 1; Specifications: 35x45mm, white background, taken within last 3 months

• Proof of funds

  Accepted forms: Bank statements, employer sponsorship letter; Minimum amount: EUR 40 per day

• Employment letter

  Provide a signed employer letter confirming your role, leave dates, salary and return to work.

  Must include leave approval: No; Must include position: Yes; Must include salary: No

• Travel insurance

  Coverage area: All Schengen member states; Minimum coverage: EUR 30,000

• Accommodation proof

  Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.

  Accepted types: Hotel booking, corporate housing arrangement; Must cover full stay: Yes

• Flight reservation

  Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.

  Must be confirmed: No; Must show return: Yes

• Application form

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

  Form name: Schengen Visa Application Form; Form url: https://visa.vfsglobal.com

• Visa fee payment

  Accepted methods: Cash, bank transfer, card; Amount: EUR 80

• Press credentials

  Provide a press card, assignment letter or accreditation from the media organisation you represent.

How to apply

1. Document gathering

   Gather Documents and Press Credentials - Collect press credentials, assignment letter from media organization, and all standard Schengen visa documents.

2. Online application

   Complete Application Form - Fill out the Schengen visa application form with journalism as the purpose of visit.

3. Appointment booking

   Book Appointment - Schedule an appointment at VFS Global or Hungarian Embassy/Consulate.

4. Fee payment

   Pay Visa Fee - Pay the EUR 80 visa application fee.

5. Document submission

   Submit Application - Attend appointment and submit all documents in person.

6. Biometrics

   Provide Biometrics - Fingerprints and digital photo captured at application center.

7. Processing wait

   Wait for Processing - Standard processing is 15 calendar days.

8. Visa collection

   Collect Visa - Collect passport with visa sticker.

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.