How to Enter Hungary
Do I need a passport or visa to enter?
Hungary is a party to the Schengen Agreement. This means that U.S. citizens may enter Hungary for up to 90 days for tourist or business purposes without a visa. Your passport should be valid for at least three months beyond your period of stay. You need sufficient funds and a return airline ticket. For additional details about travel into and within Schengen countries, please see our Schengen fact sheet.If you want to visit Hungary for any reason other than business or tourism, or if you want to get a residence or work permit, please contact the Embassy of the Republic of Hungary at 3910 Shoemaker Street N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, telephone (202) 362-6730. More information can be found on the Hungarian Embassy's website, or at the Hungarian Consulates in Los Angeles and New York.
Special Travel Circumstances in Hungary
Traveler’s checks are not universally accepted in Hungary. ATMs are readily-available. Western Union is the most prevalent international money transfer company and has hundreds of locations throughout Hungary.
Hungary’s custom authorities may enforce strict regulations concerning temporary importation into or export from Hungary of firearms, antiquities, prescription medications, and other items. You should contact the Hungarian Embassy in Washington or one of Hungary’s consulates in either New York or Los Angeles for specific information regarding customs. You can also visit the National Tax and Customs Administration of Hungary website.
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