Poland Visa RequirementsFor Hungary passport holders
Poland and Hungary are both EU and Schengen members and share particularly close political and historical ties. Hungarian citizens enjoy unrestricted travel.
Great news! Hungary passport holders can enter Poland without a visa for tourism or business purposes.
No visa required. Hungarian passport or national ID card accepted throughout Poland.
Poland 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 Poland: What You Need to Know
Poland and Hungary enjoy one of the strongest bilateral relationships in the EU, with deep historical, cultural, and political ties celebrated every March 15 as Hungarian-Polish Friendship Day. The two countries are the largest members of the Visegrad Group (V4). Krakow, Warsaw, Gdansk, and the Tatra Mountains are popular with Hungarian visitors. Trains and buses connect Budapest and Krakow, and Warsaw is accessible by flight.
How to Get There
Direct flights from Budapest to Warsaw and Krakow operate regularly with LOT Polish Airlines and Ryanair. Night trains to Krakow are a budget option.
Money & Banking
PLN is the currency. Cards widely accepted in cities. Cash useful for markets. Tipping around 10% in restaurants.
Practical Tips
Poland uses the Polish zloty (PLN). Poland remains one of the more affordable EU destinations. Krakow is particularly popular for weekend trips from Budapest. The Polish rail PKP network connects major cities efficiently.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Hungarian citizens need a visa for Poland?
No. Poland and Hungary are both EU and Schengen members. Hungarian citizens travel freely with no visa and no stay limit.
What is the Visegrad Group?
The Visegrad Group (V4) is a political and cultural alliance of Hungary, Poland, Czech Republic, and Slovakia. The four nations cooperate on EU and regional policy and celebrate shared Central European heritage.
What is the Poland-Hungary friendship (Polak, Wegier, dwa bratanki)?
The Polish-Hungarian friendship is one of Europe's oldest bilateral friendships. The saying "Polak, Wegier, dwa bratanki" ("Polish and Hungarian, two brothers") refers to centuries of solidarity: shared kings (Stefan Batory), military alliances, and support during uprisings (1848, 1956). It is celebrated on March 23 (Polish-Hungarian Friendship Day).
What currency does Poland use?
Poland uses the Polish zloty (PLN), not the euro, despite being an EU member.
How do I get from Budapest to Krakow?
Fly from Budapest to Krakow (KRK) in about 1h 10m on Ryanair. Alternatively, drive via Miskolc-Rzeszow (about 5 hours). PKP Intercity and EuroCity trains take 7-8 hours.
How do I travel from Budapest to Krakow?
Krakow is approximately 400 km from Budapest. Options include: direct flights (approximately 1 hour), direct buses (around 6-7 hours), or train connections via Bratislava or Warsaw. Direct night trains occasionally operate.
When is Hungarian-Polish Friendship Day?
March 15 is celebrated as Hungarian-Polish Friendship Day, commemorating the common history and shared values of the two nations. It coincides with Hungary's national day (March 15, 1848 revolution).
What are the best Polish destinations for Hungarian tourists?
Krakow (most beautiful Polish city, Wawel Castle, Kazimierz), Auschwitz-Birkenau (important historical visit, 70km from Krakow), Warsaw (POLIN Museum, Warsaw Rising Museum), the Tatra Mountains (shared border range with Slovakia), and Gdansk (Hanseatic city, amber capital of the world).
Is Poland affordable for Hungarian tourists?
Poland is one of the more affordable EU destinations, with similar or lower prices compared to Hungary in many categories. Krakow in particular offers excellent value.
Has Polish-Hungarian political alignment changed recently?
The Orban-Morawiecki partnership was central to V4 politics until Poland's 2023 election brought a pro-EU coalition to power under Donald Tusk. The political alignment between Budapest and Warsaw has weakened, though people-to-people ties remain strong.
Can Hungarian citizens work in Poland?
Yes. EU freedom of movement applies. Hungary and Poland cooperate closely politically, and there are both Hungarian workers in Poland and Polish workers in Hungary.