Hungary Visitor Visa (Family & Friends Visit)
The Hungary Visitor Visa is a Schengen short-stay visa (Category C) issued by the Consular Service of Hungary’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade to foreign nationals visiting relatives or friends in Hungary. According to official Embassy of Hungary guidance, applicants visiting relatives or friends should submit an official invitation letter issued by the Hungarian Office of Immigration and Asylum (National Directorate-General for Aliens Policing) — a specific requirement distinct from the informal hotel or travel confirmations used for tourism. This official invitation letter is generally arranged by the host in Hungary before the applicant submits their visa application. As with all Hungary Visa categories, the final decision on approval rests solely with the competent Hungarian consular authorities.
Eligibility
Based on official Consular Service and Embassy guidance, applicants for a Visitor Visa must generally:
- Be a foreign national travelling to Hungary specifically to visit family members or friends, and a citizen of a country whose nationals require a Schengen visa.
- Hold a valid travel document containing at least 2 blank pages, valid for at least 3 months beyond the intended departure from the Schengen Area, and issued within the previous 10 years.
- Provide an official invitation letter issued by the Hungarian Office of Immigration and Asylum (National Directorate-General for Aliens Policing), arranged by the host in Hungary.
- Hold travel medical insurance valid for the Schengen Area, with minimum coverage of EUR 30,000.
- Lodge the application within 6 months of the intended visit.
Government Visa Fees
| Fee Type | Amount |
| Schengen Visa (Type C) – standard rate | EUR 90 |
| Schengen Visa (Type C) – children aged 6–11 | EUR 45 |
| Schengen Visa (Type C) – children under 6 | Free of charge |
| INR Equivalent | Information may vary depending on the visa category and individual circumstances |
The visa fee is paid at the time of application submission and is not refunded in case of refusal. There may be a separate administrative fee payable in Hungary for the host to obtain the official invitation letter; confirm current costs with the National Directorate-General for Aliens Policing.
Hungary Visa Processing Time
According to official guidance and the EU Visa Code, standard Schengen visa applications, including for visiting family or friends, are generally decided within 15 calendar days of submission, extendable up to 45 days in certain cases. Because the official invitation letter must first be obtained from the Hungarian Office of Immigration and Asylum by the host, applicants should coordinate with their host in Hungary well in advance, as this preparatory step can add to the overall timeline before the visa application itself is even lodged.
Required Documents Checklist
Step-by-Step Application Process
Important Notes
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