Hungary is a country in Central Europe. It borders with Romania, Austria, Slovakia, Slovenia, Ukraine, Serbia and Croatia. A small state is located on the Middle Danube plain. Almost in the center, the Danube crosses its territory, and the Tisza River flows in the east .
Since 2007, Hungary has become part of the countries of the Schengen zone, so to visit it you need to apply for a visa, which gives the right to visit EU countries.
Visa Requirements
A visa to Hungary is independently issued through visa centers and embassies. But for self-submission of an application, it is necessary to know the procedure for this process and what documents are required for this.
A visa to Hungary is independently issued upon availability of the following set of documents:
- International passport.
- Color photo.
- A completed application form signed by the applicant.
- A certificate from the workplace indicating the average monthly salary and position held.
- Medical insurance.
- Copies of the pages of a civil passport with the data of the applicant.
In some cases, a number of additional documents may be required. For example, for entry into the territory of Hungary of citizens under the age of majority, it is necessary to submit a photocopy of the birth certificate, a certificate from the place of study, a statement from the person sponsoring the trip, a power of attorney to accompany the child, certified by a notary.
But it is better to get a list of necessary documents at the Hungarian Embassy, since the conditions of entry may vary.
Types of Visas
A transit visa to Hungary, category “A”, is issued in the case when the main purpose of the trip is to transit through the checked area of the airport and fly to other countries. The validity period of such a visa is no more than three days.
A visa to Hungary is independently issued upon availability of tickets and a valid invitation permitting entry into the state adjacent to the route.
A tourist visa to Hungary, category “C”, is issued for short-term business or tourist trips to this country, if their purpose is not to make a profit in Hungarian territory. The tourist permit has a validity period of 90 days from the date of receipt. Provides a single entry and stay in the country no more than 14 days.
Long-term multiple entry visa, category “D”, gives the right to stay in the country for more than three months.
A visa to Hungary is independently issued within four to seven days. An interview is not required.
Features of entry into Hungary
When entering the Republic of Hungary, foreign citizens must, when passing through customs inspection, indicate the presence of valuable items in their luggage. Moreover, not only verbally, but also in writing, when filling out the customs declaration.
You can bring into Hungary without a certificate and certificate a sum of money that does not exceed 1 thousand euros. When importing a larger amount, it is recommended to fill out a declaration. Also, a foreign citizen can take out tangible assets from the country, the value of which does not exceed 1.2 thousand euros. By mail, you can send valuables valued at not more than 50 euros.