🇭🇺Hungary Visa for Saudi Citizens2026 Requirements, Fees & Documents

eTA / e-permit90 days max stay

Saudi 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 Saudi citizens apply for a Hungary visa

Hungary visa cost for Saudi 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 — service fee approx. INR 2133 (with biometrics) / 1600 (without biometrics), varies by centre.

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

Documents required for Saudi applicants

The exact documents Saudi citizens must submit for Hungary, by visa type, from the official visa application centre.

transitTransit

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businessBusiness/Conference

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studentVisa For Study/training Or Research Activity

[Table:Visa For Study/training Or Research Activity]

touristTourism

[Table:Tourism]

medicalMedical Treatment

[Table:Medical Treatment]

touristVisa for Private/Family visit or with the purpose of Sport

[Table:Visa for Private/Family visit or with the purpose of Sport]

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Hungary visa for Saudi citizens — FAQ

Do Saudi citizens need a visa for Hungary?

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

What documents do Saudi citizens need for Hungary?

A valid passport plus the Hungary document checklist for your visa type — Earth Visa lists the full required documents per visa category from the official visa application centre.

How much does the Hungary visa cost for Saudi 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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