Lithuania Visa RequirementsFor Hungary passport holders
Lithuania and Hungary are both EU and Schengen members. Hungarian citizens have unrestricted travel and residence rights in Lithuania.
Great news! Hungary passport holders can enter Lithuania without a visa for tourism or business purposes.
No visa required. Hungarian passport or national ID card accepted.
Lithuania is part of the Schengen Area. Your stay counts toward the 90-day limit within any 180-day period for the entire Schengen zone. Learn more about Schengen rules →
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
3 months beyond departure from Schengen
Blank Pages
2 blank pages required
Multiple Entry
Single entry only
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
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Hungary to Lithuania: What You Need to Know
Lithuania is the southernmost of the three Baltic states and the most populous. Vilnius' baroque old town is a UNESCO World Heritage site. The country shares EU and Schengen membership with Hungary, so no border formalities apply. Trakai Castle and the Curonian Spit are popular natural and historical destinations. Direct flights connect Budapest and Vilnius.
How to Get There
Direct flights from Budapest to Vilnius with Ryanair and other carriers take approximately 2 hours.
Money & Banking
Euro is the currency. Cards accepted. ATMs available throughout.
Practical Tips
Lithuania uses the euro. Vilnius is one of the more affordable EU capitals. The country is flat and suitable for cycling. Lithuanian amber products are a traditional purchase.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Hungarian citizens need a visa for Lithuania?
No. Lithuania and Hungary are both EU and Schengen members. Hungarian citizens travel freely with no visa and no stay limit.
What currency does Lithuania use?
Lithuania uses the euro (EUR), having adopted it in 2015. It was the last of the three Baltic states to join the eurozone.
What is Lithuania most known for?
Lithuania is known for Vilnius' baroque UNESCO-listed old town, the Hill of Crosses (a powerful pilgrimage site), the Curonian Spit (shared with Russia) UNESCO national park, and being the largest and most populous Baltic state.
How do I get from Budapest to Vilnius?
Direct flights from Budapest to Vilnius with Ryanair and other carriers take approximately 2 hours. Connections via Warsaw or Riga are also convenient.
What are the top sights in Lithuania?
Vilnius Old Town (UNESCO Baroque city), Trakai Castle (on a lake island, 30 min from Vilnius), the Hill of Crosses near Siauliai, Kaunas Art Deco city, and the Curonian Spit (UNESCO, shared with Russia).
Is Lithuania safe for tourists?
Yes. Lithuania is one of the EU's safer destinations. Vilnius' old town is very tourist-friendly. Standard urban precautions apply in all cities.
What is Lithuania's relationship with Hungary within EU?
Lithuania and Hungary have diverged significantly on EU policy: Lithuania is one of the most vocal supporters of Ukraine and NATO's eastern flank, and has been critical of Hungary's positions. Despite political differences, EU citizens' rights are fully intact.
What is the border situation between Lithuania and Kaliningrad (Russia)?
The Kaliningrad Oblast is a Russian exclave bordering Lithuania and Poland. The Suwalki Gap between Kaliningrad and Belarus is a NATO military concern. Normal tourist activity in Lithuania is not affected.
What is Lithuanian cuisine?
Lithuanian food is hearty and Central European in character: cepelinai (zeppelin-shaped potato dumplings stuffed with meat or cheese), saltibarsciai (cold beet soup with sour cream, pink coloured), kibinai (Karaite pastries with meat), and dark rye bread.
Can Hungarian citizens drive to Lithuania?
Yes. The drive from Budapest to Vilnius is approximately 1,200 km (around 11-12 hours). You would pass through Slovakia or Poland. No border controls within Schengen.