Hungary Visa RequirementsFor Romania passport holders
Romanian passport holders visit Hungary without a visa. Both countries are EU and Schengen members and share a land border. Budapest is extremely popular with Romanian tourists given its proximity.
Great news! Romania passport holders can enter Hungary without a visa for tourism or business purposes. You can stay up to 90 days.
No visa required. Travel with your Romanian passport or national ID card. EU free movement applies.
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
Required Documents
Valid Romanian Passport or National ID Card
Either document accepted for entry as an EU citizen.
European Health Insurance Card (Recommended) Recommended
EHIC provides healthcare coverage in Hungary.
Current Travel Situation
Romania to Hungary: What You Need to Know
Romania and Hungary share a long land border and are both EU and Schengen members. Hungary has not adopted the Euro and still uses the Hungarian Forint (HUF). Budapest is one of the closest major European capitals to Romania, reachable by car in about 7 hours from Bucharest, or by direct flights from Bucharest and Cluj-Napoca. The Hungarian minority in Romania and the Romanian minority in Hungary create strong cross-border ties.
How to Get There
Hungary is a central hub for multi-country trips: Vienna is 2.5 hours by train, Bratislava is 2.5 hours, Krakow is 5 hours, and Belgrade is 6 hours. Bucharest is about 10 hours by train or 7-8 hours by car.
Money & Banking
Hungary uses the Hungarian Forint (HUF), not the Euro. Romania uses the Romanian Leu (RON). Exchange RON to HUF or EUR (widely accepted in Budapest) at a Bucharest exchange office or on arrival. Revolut supports HUF exchange. Some Budapest restaurants and shops accept EUR but at unfavorable rates; use forints for the best prices.
Practical Tips
Budapest highlights include the Parliament Building, Buda Castle, Fisherman's Bastion, the thermal baths (Szechenyi, Gellert, Rudas), the Great Market Hall, and the ruin bars of the Jewish Quarter. The city is split by the Danube between hilly Buda and flat Pest. Day trips to Eger (wine, Turkish baths), Szentendre, and Lake Balaton are popular. Hungarian cuisine (goulash, lango, chimney cake) is hearty and delicious.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Romanians need a visa for Hungary?
No. Romanian citizens are EU nationals and travel to Hungary completely visa-free. Romania and Hungary share a land border.
How far is Bucharest from Budapest?
Bucharest to Budapest is approximately 870 km by road, taking about 7-8 hours by car. Direct trains run between the two capitals but take longer (12+ hours). Direct flights take about 1.5 hours.
Does Hungary use the Euro?
No. Hungary uses the Hungarian Forint (HUF). You need to exchange currency; some tourist places accept EUR but at unfavorable rates.
What are the best thermal baths in Budapest?
Budapest is famous for its thermal spas. The most popular are Szechenyi (largest outdoor thermal bath), Gellert (stunning Art Nouveau architecture), Rudas (cave baths with historic Turkish sections), and Lukacs.
Are there direct flights from Romania to Hungary?
Yes. Wizz Air and others operate multiple direct daily flights from Bucharest and Cluj-Napoca to Budapest. Flight time from Bucharest is about 1.5 hours.
What is Budapest famous for besides the thermal baths?
Budapest is known for its stunning Parliament Building, Buda Castle and Royal Palace, the Chain Bridge, Fisherman's Bastion, the Jewish Quarter with its Great Synagogue, vibrant ruin bars, and outstanding food and wine scene.
Is Budapest good value for Romanians?
Budapest is generally affordable compared to Western Europe and comparable to or slightly more expensive than Romanian cities. The weak HUF has made it even better value in recent years.