๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡บHungary Visa for Libyan Citizens2026 Requirements, Fees & Documents

eTA / e-permit90 days max stay

Libyan passport holders need an approved eTA (electronic travel authorisation) before travelling to Hungary, but not a full visa.

ETIAS (European Travel Information and Authorisation System) will be mandatory for all visa-exempt third-country nationals entering Schengen area including Hungary. Confirmed for Q4 2026 launch, with a 6-month transitional period (travellers meeting all other entry conditions will not be refused entry solely for lacking ETIAS during transition, extending into approximately April 2027). ETIAS is valid for 3 years or until passport expires. Fee applies. As of June 2026, ETIAS is not yet operational.

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How Libyan citizens apply for a Hungary visa

  • โ†’ Apply online for the eTA before you travel; approval is usually quick. Apply here โ†—

Hungary visa cost for Libyan citizens

Schengen short-stay visa (type C)

EUR 90 (~$97)

up to 90 days in any 180-day periodofficial source
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Applications are handled via VFS Global โ€” service fee approx. INR 2133 (with biometrics) / 1600 (without biometrics), varies by centre.

Fees checked 2 Jul 2026 ยท sourced from official government fee schedules

Hungary visa types

Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C)

Permits short-term tourism, family visits, or business activity in Hungary and the Schengen Area for nationals not eligible for visa-free entry.

90 days
Apply here โ†—

Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C) - Business

Covers short-term business activities in Hungary such as meetings, negotiations, and conferences for nationals of countries not on the Schengen visa-free list.

90 days
Apply here โ†—

Airport Transit Visa (ATV)

Permits transit through the international zone of a Hungarian airport without entering the Schengen Area, required for certain nationalities.

1 days
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EU Blue Card (Kรฉk Kรกrtya)

Residence permit for highly qualified third-country nationals employed in Hungary in a job requiring tertiary education or equivalent professional experience.

online
Apply here โ†—

Residence Permit for Intra-Corporate Transfer

Allows third-country nationals employed by a multinational group to be temporarily posted to a Hungarian entity within the same group for employment or training.

online
Apply here โ†—

Residence Permit for Posted Work

Allows third-country nationals holding an EU employment residence permit to work in Hungary on a temporary posting from their EU-based employer.

online
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Residence Permit for Seasonal Employment

Covers third-country nationals employed in plant production, forest management, animal breeding, or fishery sectors in Hungary on a seasonal basis.

180 daysonline
Apply here โ†—

Hungarian Card (Magyar Kรกrtya)

Work and residence permit for third-country nationals employed by a Hungarian employer, covering general employment not requiring the EU Blue Card level of qualification.

online
Apply here โ†—

White Card - Residency for Digital Nomads

Allows third-country nationals working remotely for a foreign employer or managing their own foreign company to reside in Hungary for up to 2 years.

365 daysonline
Apply here โ†—

Guest Investor Visa

Entry visa for third-country nationals committing to a qualifying investment in Hungary before applying for the Guest Investor Residence Permit.

180 days
Apply here โ†—

Guest Investor Residence Permit

Long-term residence permit for third-country nationals who make a qualifying investment of national economic interest in Hungary.

online
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Guest Self-Employment Residence Permit

Allows third-country nationals to pursue self-employed activities or act as chief executive of a business organization registered in Hungary.

online
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Residence Permit for Traineeship

Permits third-country nationals who recently obtained a higher education degree or are currently studying to undertake a traineeship with a Hungarian host organization.

180 daysonline
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Residence Permit for Seeking a Job or Starting a Business

Grants third-country nationals who held a research or study permit additional time to find employment or set up a business in Hungary.

270 daysonline
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Researcher Residence Permit

Allows third-country national researchers to reside in Hungary while conducting research under a hosting agreement with an accredited Hungarian research organization.

online
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Residence Permit for Family Reunification

Allows family members of Hungarian citizens, residence permit holders, refugees, or qualifying EEA nationals to reside in Hungary.

online
Apply here โ†—

Residence Permit for Medical Treatment

Permits third-country nationals to reside in Hungary to receive medical treatment at a Hungarian medical facility, or to accompany a family member receiving treatment.

online
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Residence Permit for Voluntary Activities

Allows third-country nationals to reside in Hungary to perform public interest voluntary activities under contract with an approved host organization or participate in European Voluntary Service.

online
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National Residence Card

Permanent residence card for third-country nationals who have legally and continuously resided in Hungary for at least 3 years, granting the right to stay indefinitely.

online
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EU Long-Term Residence Card (EU Residence Card)

EU-standard permanent residence status for third-country nationals who have resided legally in Hungary for at least 5 years, conferring rights comparable to EU citizens within Hungary.

online
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Permanent Residence Card (EEA Nationals)

Grants EEA nationals the right to permanent residence in Hungary after 5 years of continuous legal residence.

Apply here โ†—

Residence Permit for the Purpose of Studies (Student/Pupil)

Allows third-country nationals to reside in Hungary to pursue full-time studies at an accredited Hungarian higher education institution, public education institution, or preparatory course.

online
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Working Holiday Residence Permit

Allows young nationals of partner countries with a working holiday agreement with Hungary to stay primarily for tourism while working temporarily to help fund their trip.

365 daysonline
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National Card (Nemzeti Kรกrtya)

Preferential work-and-residence permit for citizens of Serbia and Ukraine (and other nationals designated by government decree) employed by, or running a business in, Hungary.

online
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Residence Permit for Official Purposes

For third-country nationals residing in Hungary for official functions: diplomats and their family members, members of official state delegations, foreign press correspondents, and participants or staff of international educational, scientific, or cultural programs.

online
Apply here โ†—

Residence Permit for Reasons of Hungarian National Interest

Discretionary residence permit granted by the minister responsible for immigration when a third-country national's stay serves Hungary's economic, national-policy, scientific, cultural, or sporting interests.

online
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Hungary visa for Libyan citizens โ€” FAQ

Do Libyan citizens need a visa for Hungary?

Libyan passport holders need an approved eTA (electronic travel authorisation) before travelling to Hungary, but not a full visa.

What documents do Libyan citizens need for Hungary?

A passport valid for at least six months, proof of onward travel and funds, and any documents required for the specific Hungary visa category.

How much does the Hungary visa cost for Libyan citizens?

The Hungary schengen short-stay visa (type c) fee is EUR 90 (~$97). Applications through VFS Global carry an additional service fee of about INR 2133 (with biometrics) / 1600 (without biometrics).

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