Hungary Visa RequirementsFor Latvia passport holders
Latvian citizens travel to Hungary visa-free with no stay limit as EU and Schengen members.
Great news! Latvia passport holders can enter Hungary without a visa for tourism or business purposes.
No visa required. Latvian passport or ID card accepted.
Hungary 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
Current Travel Situation
Latvia to Hungary: What You Need to Know
Both Latvia and Hungary are EU and Schengen members. Latvian citizens travel freely.
Documents: Latvian passport or national ID card.
How to Get There
Direct flights from Riga (RIX) to Budapest (BUD) with airBaltic, Ryanair, and Wizz Air. Flight time approximately 2 hours 20 minutes.
Money & Banking
Hungary uses the Hungarian Forint (HUF), not the euro. Use bank ATMs. Budapest is very affordable.
Practical Tips
Budapest is divided by the Danube into Buda (hills, castle) and Pest (flat, commercial). The Parliament building, Szechenyi thermal baths, Great Market Hall, and ruin bars of the Jewish Quarter are highlights.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Latvian citizens need a visa to visit Hungary?
No. Both Latvia and Hungary are EU and Schengen members. Latvian citizens travel visa-free with no stay limit.
Does Hungary use the euro?
No. Hungary retains the Hungarian Forint (HUF). Use bank ATMs for good exchange rates. Budapest is very affordable.
What are the Budapest thermal baths?
Budapest sits over active thermal springs and has a tradition of public bathing going back to Ottoman times. The Szechenyi baths (open-air, in a neo-baroque building in City Park) and the Gellert baths (art nouveau, on the Buda side) are the most famous. Open year-round.
How do I get from Riga to Budapest?
Direct flights from Riga (RIX) to Budapest (BUD) with airBaltic, Ryanair, and Wizz Air. Flight time approximately 2 hours 20 minutes.
What is Budapest's ruin bar scene?
Budapest's "ruin bars" (romkocsmak) are bars established in derelict Budapest buildings and courtyards, particularly in the 7th district (Jewish Quarter). Szimpla Kert is the most famous. The phenomenon has become globally recognized and is a major draw for younger travelers.
Can I do a day trip from Budapest to Vienna?
Yes. Budapest and Vienna are connected by direct trains (Railjet) in approximately 2 hours 40 minutes, making a day trip feasible. Bratislava is also reachable from Budapest in about 2.5 hours by train, or by Danube riverboat.