Hungary Visa RequirementsFor Slovenia passport holders
Slovenian citizens can travel to Hungary visa-free with no length-of-stay cap as both countries are EU and Schengen members. The two countries share a short common border.
Great news! Slovenia passport holders can enter Hungary without a visa for tourism or business purposes.
No visa required. A valid Slovenian passport or national ID card is sufficient. EU freedom of movement applies. Hungary retains the forint (HUF), not the euro.
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 Passport or National ID
A valid Slovenian passport or national ID card.
Valid Slovak Passport or National ID Card
A valid Slovak passport or national ID card is sufficient for entry into Hungary.
Current Travel Situation
Slovenia to Hungary: What You Need to Know
Slovenia and Hungary share a 102 km border in the northeast of Slovenia (Prekmurje region). The border area has a small Hungarian-speaking Slovenian minority and strong cross-border family ties. Budapest is approximately 3.5 hours from Ljubljana by car (via Maribor, Zalaegerszeg). The Hungarian capital's thermal baths, ruin bars, Danube panorama, and lively gastronomy scene make it one of Central Europe's most popular city-break destinations. Lake Balaton, Eger, and the Tokaj wine region are popular for longer Slovenian visits to Hungary.
How to Get There
Budapest highlights: Buda Castle and the Fisherman's Bastion (views over the Danube and Parliament), Hungarian Parliament (among the world's most beautiful), Great Synagogue (Europe's largest), Szechenyi and Gellert thermal baths, the Great Market Hall (Vasarcsarnok), and the ruin bars (Szimpla Kert is the original) in the 7th district. Lake Balaton: Tihany Peninsula, Badacsony wine hillside, and Keszthely's Festetics Palace.
Money & Banking
Hungary uses the forint (HUF). As of 2025, EUR 1 is approximately HUF 400. Hungary is affordable; a mid-range Budapest dinner costs HUF 4,000-7,000 (EUR 10-17). Thermal bath admission is HUF 5,000-8,000. Card payments are widely accepted in Budapest; carry some HUF for markets and local transport.
Practical Tips
Ljubljana to Budapest is approximately 360 km (3.5 hours by car via Maribor). Flixbus and intercity buses connect the cities. Direct trains from Ljubljana to Budapest run via Zalaegerszeg (about 4.5 hours). Budapest Keleti is the main international train station. Budapest Ferihegy Airport (BUD) is a Wizz Air hub with budget connections across Europe.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Slovenian citizens need a visa for Hungary?
No. Hungary and Slovenia are both EU and Schengen member states. Slovenian citizens can travel freely to Hungary without a visa using a passport or national ID card.
What currency does Hungary use?
Hungary uses the Hungarian forint (HUF), not the euro. As of 2025, EUR 1 is approximately HUF 400. Withdraw forint from ATMs for the best rates; avoid airport exchange kiosks.
How far is Budapest from Ljubljana?
Budapest is approximately 360 km from Ljubljana (about 3.5 hours by car via Maribor and the Hungarian border at Redics or via Zagreb). Flixbus connects Ljubljana to Budapest. The train via Zalaegerszeg takes approximately 4.5 hours.
What are Budapest's famous thermal baths?
Budapest sits on over 100 natural hot springs. The most famous baths: Szechenyi (largest, neoclassical building in City Park), Gellert (Art Nouveau, on the Danube), Rudas (Ottoman-origin, rooftop pool with Danube views), and the historic Veli Bej (small, authentic Ottoman hammam). Entry includes access to pools at 28-40°C.
What are Budapest's ruin bars?
Ruin bars are bars and cultural spaces set up in abandoned buildings in Budapest's 7th district (former Jewish ghetto). Szimpla Kert is the original. They operate as indoor-outdoor eclectic spaces with mismatched furniture, street art, and multiple bars within a single building. A pint of local craft beer costs HUF 1,200-2,000 (EUR 3-5).
Is the Slovenian-Hungarian border region worth exploring?
Yes. The Prekmurje region of northeastern Slovenia (capital Murska Sobota) and the adjacent Zala and Somogy counties of Hungary have close cultural ties. The Hungarian minority in Prekmurje and the Slovenian minority in Hungary (Porabje) reflect the shared history. Lendava (Slovenia) and Zalaegerszeg (Hungary) are good bases for exploring this quiet corner of Central Europe.
What is the Hungarian Parliament building?
The Hungarian Parliament (Orszaghaz) in Budapest is one of the largest parliament buildings in the world and the most beautiful on the Danube. Built in neo-Gothic style (1896-1904), it features 691 rooms, 20 km of staircases, and the Holy Crown of Saint Stephen (the Hungarian royal crown). Guided tours of the interior run daily; tickets should be booked online in advance.