Hungary Visa RequirementsFor United Kingdom passport holders
UK passport holders can visit Hungary without a visa for up to 90 days in any 180-day period. Hungary is a member of the Schengen Area, so your 90-day allowance is shared across all Schengen countries combined.
Great news! United Kingdom passport holders can enter Hungary without a visa for tourism or business purposes. You can stay up to 90 days.
No visa or advance application is required. Present your UK passport at Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport or any Schengen land border. Border guards may ask about your travel plans, accommodation, and funds. Keep a note of your entry and exit dates to manage your Schengen allowance across future trips.
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
United Kingdom to Hungary: What You Need to Know
Since the UK left the European Union, British nationals are treated as third-country nationals in the Schengen Area. The 90/180-day rule means you can spend a maximum of 90 days in the entire Schengen Zone within any rolling 180-day window, not 90 days per Schengen country. Hungary joined the Schengen Area for air and sea travel in 2024.
Practical Tips
The Hungarian forint (HUF) is the local currency; Hungary uses the forint rather than the euro despite being an EU member. Budapest is well connected to other European cities by rail via the Railjet and EuroCity services. The ETIAS authorisation system for UK citizens visiting Schengen countries is expected to launch in the future; check current status before travel.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do UK citizens need a visa for Hungary?
No. British passport holders can visit Hungary without a visa for up to 90 days in any 180-day period. Hungary is a Schengen Area member, so the 90-day allowance is shared across all Schengen countries combined, not just Hungary.
Does Hungary use the euro?
No. Hungary is an EU member but has not adopted the euro. The Hungarian forint (HUF) is the currency. Currency exchange is available at banks, exchange offices, and ATMs across Hungary. Budapest has excellent ATM coverage.
How does the Schengen 90/180-day rule affect UK travellers to Hungary?
Post-Brexit, British nationals are subject to the Schengen rule of a maximum 90 days in the Schengen Area within any rolling 180-day period. This 90 days is shared across all 27 Schengen member states. Time spent in France, Spain, Germany, or any other Schengen country reduces your remaining allowance for Hungary.
What is the best way to travel between the UK and Hungary?
Direct flights from London to Budapest (Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport) take approximately 2.5 hours and are served by several airlines including British Airways, Ryanair, and Wizz Air. Hungary is also reachable by train from London via Eurostar to Brussels and onward rail connections, typically taking around 18 to 22 hours.