Hungary Visa RequirementsFor Saudi Arabia passport holders
Saudi nationals require a Schengen visa for Hungary. Applications are submitted at the Hungarian Embassy in Riyadh or through VFS Global. Budapest is one of Europe's most visually stunning capitals and a more affordable European break than Paris or Vienna.
Saudi Arabia passport holders require a visa to enter Hungary.
Apply at the Hungarian Embassy in Riyadh or VFS Global. Standard Schengen documents. Fee EUR 80. Processing 2 to 4 weeks.
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
Schengen Visa Application Form
Completed and signed form submitted to the Hungarian Embassy or VFS Global in Saudi Arabia.
Valid Saudi Passport
Valid for at least 3 months after intended departure from Schengen Zone, with at least 2 blank pages.
Passport Photos
Two recent biometric photos (35x45mm) on white background.
Bank Statements (3 months)
Showing adequate funds for your stay (guideline: EUR 50 per day).
Employment Letter
From Saudi employer confirming position, salary, and approved leave.
Travel Insurance
Minimum EUR 30,000 medical and repatriation coverage valid across the Schengen Area.
Hotel Bookings
Confirmed accommodation for all nights in the Schengen Zone.
Round-trip Flight Itinerary
Confirmed outbound and return flight reservations.
Current Travel Situation
Saudi Arabia to Hungary: What You Need to Know
Hungary is a Schengen member. Budapest straddles the Danube River with Buda (castle district, hilltop fortifications) on one side and Pest (Parliament, ruin bars, nightlife) on the other. The city's thermal baths (Szechenyi, Gellert) are a unique experience. Budapest's Hungarian Parliament Building is among Europe's most dramatic riverside structures.
How to Get There
Riyadh (RUH) to Budapest (BUD) connects via Vienna, Frankfurt, or Istanbul. Wizz Air, Ryanair (via London), and Lufthansa serve this route. Total travel approximately 6 to 9 hours.
Money & Banking
Hungary uses the Hungarian Forint (HUF). As of 2024, approximately 370 HUF per USD. Budapest is one of the most affordable European capitals for a Saudi traveler. Hotels run HUF 40,000 to HUF 120,000 per night ($110 to $325). Excellent restaurants at low prices.
Practical Tips
Budapest highlights: Hungarian Parliament Building, Fisherman's Bastion and Buda Castle, Szechenyi thermal baths, Ruin bars in the Jewish Quarter, Great Market Hall for shopping.
Day trips: Lake Balaton (Europe's largest freshwater lake, 1.5 hours), and the Danube Bend towns of Szentendre and Visegrad.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Saudi nationals need a Schengen visa for Hungary?
Yes. Saudi nationals require a Schengen visa for Hungary. Apply at the Hungarian Embassy in Riyadh or via VFS Global. Fee EUR 80. Processing takes 2 to 4 weeks.
What are the main thermal baths in Budapest?
Szechenyi (the most famous, outdoor pools and Neo-Baroque building in City Park), Gellert (Art Nouveau, attached to the Gellert Hotel on the Buda bank), Rudas (16th-century Turkish bath still in Ottoman design, mixed-gender on weekends, men only on weekdays), and Lukacs (less touristy, popular with locals). Entry typically EUR 20 to EUR 30. Book tickets online for Szechenyi and Gellert.
How do I get between the Buda and Pest sides of Budapest?
Eight bridges cross the Danube in Budapest. The Chain Bridge (Szechenyi Lanchid) between the Buda Castle area and the Gresham Palace is the most iconic. The Szechenyi Funicular (cable car) ascends Castle Hill from the Chain Bridge in 3 minutes for HUF 4,600. Budapest metro and tram lines also connect both sides.
Is Budapest a good base for day trips?
Excellent day trip options: Lake Balaton (1.5 hours by train, Europe's largest freshwater lake), Eger (2 hours, medieval castle and local wine valley), the Danube Bend (Szentendre 40 minutes by suburban HEV train, charming art town), and Visegrad fortress ruins.
Are there halal restaurants in Budapest?
Yes. Budapest has a small but established Muslim community with halal restaurants. The Keleti and Blaha Lujza ter areas have Turkish and Middle Eastern halal restaurants. The Istanbul Restaurant and similar venues near the city center are popular with Muslim visitors.
What is the ruin bar scene in Budapest?
Budapest's ruin bars (romkocsmak) are bars set up in abandoned buildings and courtyards in the Jewish Quarter (Erzsebetvaros). Szimpla Kert is the original and most famous. While they primarily serve alcohol, the architecture and atmosphere are unique; the daytime flea market at Szimpla on Sunday mornings is a non-alcoholic cultural experience.