Hungary Visa RequirementsFor Uzbekistan passport holders
Uzbek citizens need a Schengen visa to visit Hungary. The fee is EUR 90 (~$98 USD) and allows up to 90 days in the Schengen Area.
Uzbekistan passport holders require a visa to enter Hungary.
Apply for a Schengen visa at the Hungarian Embassy or Consulate in Tashkent. Hungary has a diplomatic presence in Tashkent making this more accessible than some other Schengen applications. The fee is EUR 90 (~$98 USD). Required documents: completed Schengen application form, passport photos, travel insurance (EUR 30,000 minimum), return flight booking, hotel accommodation, employment/income proof, bank statements (last 3-6 months), and a cover letter. Given Hungary's interest in Uzbekistan, application processing can be favorable for well-documented cases. Processing takes 15 calendar days.
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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 Uzbek Passport
Must be valid for at least 3 months beyond planned departure from Schengen Area
Completed Schengen Visa Application Form
Available from Hungarian Embassy in Tashkent
Recent Passport Photos
Two recent color photos to Schengen specifications
Travel Insurance
Minimum EUR 30,000 medical coverage valid throughout Schengen Area
Return Flight Reservation
Confirmed return or onward flight
Hotel/Accommodation Bookings
Confirmed accommodation for stay in Hungary
Proof of Employment/Income
Employment letter and payslips or business registration
Bank Statements
Last 3-6 months showing sufficient funds
Visa Fee
EUR 90 (~$98 USD) payable at Hungarian Embassy in Tashkent
Current Travel Situation
Uzbekistan to Hungary: What You Need to Know
Uzbekistan and Hungary have developing bilateral relations, with Hungary being one of the EU countries most engaged with Central Asian nations through its "Opening to the East" foreign policy. Hungary joined the Schengen Area fully in December 2023. Budapest has become one of Europe's most popular city-break destinations, known for its thermal baths, ruin bars, grand parliament building, and the scenic Danube river splitting Buda and Pest. Uzbek citizens have traditionally been interested in Hungary for education (many Uzbek students study in Budapest) and as a gateway to Europe. The visa requirement reflects Hungary's EU obligations.
How to Get There
Hungary is centrally located for a multi-country Central European trip. From Budapest, trains reach Vienna (2.5 hours), Bratislava (2 hours), Prague (7 hours), and Krakow (6 hours) — all Schengen countries covered by the same visa. Romania (borders Hungary, but check Schengen status) and Serbia (non-Schengen) are also accessible. The Budapest-Vienna axis is particularly popular for Uzbek travelers who can see two beautiful European capitals on one trip.
Money & Banking
Hungary uses the Hungarian forint (HUF), not the euro. ATMs are widely available and Visa/Mastercard work well. Card payments are universal in Budapest. Hungary is one of Central Europe's more affordable EU destinations — good quality accommodation in Budapest from EUR 50-100/night; meals EUR 8-20/person at local restaurants. The world-famous Tokaj wine region and Eger Bull's Blood wines are Hungarian specialties worth exploring.
Practical Tips
Budapest's Szechenyi Thermal Bath complex is a unique experience combining 19th-century architecture with medicinal hot spring pools. The Ruin Bars of the Jewish Quarter (Szimpla Kert, Instant) are world-famous nightlife destinations in converted abandoned buildings. The Hungarian Parliament building is one of Europe's most magnificent neo-Gothic structures. The Great Market Hall (Nagycsarnok) is excellent for Hungarian paprika, salami, and embroidered textiles. Budapest's Jewish Quarter has the largest synagogue in Europe (Dohany Street Synagogue).
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Uzbek citizens need a visa for Hungary?
Yes. Uzbek passport holders require a Schengen visa to visit Hungary. Apply at the Hungarian Embassy in Tashkent. The fee is EUR 90 (~$98 USD). Hungary joined the Schengen Area fully in December 2023.
Is Hungary part of the Schengen Area?
Yes. Hungary joined the Schengen Area fully in December 2023 (land and sea borders). Days spent in Hungary count toward the 90-day Schengen allowance, and a Hungarian Schengen visa is valid in all other 26 Schengen countries.
Does Hungary have an embassy in Uzbekistan?
Yes. Hungary maintains a diplomatic presence in Tashkent, making it one of the more accessible EU embassies for Uzbek citizens applying for Schengen visas to Central European destinations.