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Hungary Visa for Nepali Citizens

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Nepali passport holders visiting Hungary as tourists use the Type C — Tourist. Visa fee: EUR 90 (Schengen-harmonised since 11 June 2024). Processing time: 15 calendar days standard. Apply through VFS Global Hungary India — New Delhi. The sources and the date this record was last reviewed are listed at the end of the page.

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Tourist visa: Type C — Tourist (Schengen Uniform Visa)Stay: Up to 90 days within any 180-day period from the date of first entry into the Schengen Area.
Visa fee: EUR 90 (Schengen-harmonised since 11 June 2024)
Processing time: 15 calendar days standard
Where to apply: VFS Global Hungary India — New Delhi

At a glance

At a glance — Hungary Type C — Tourist (Schengen Uniform Visa)

Visa fee: EUR 90 (Schengen-harmonised since 11 June 2024). Children 6–11: EUR 45. Children <6: free. VFS service fee INR ~3,500.
Processing time: 15 calendar days standard; can extend to 30–45 days during peak season.
Stay duration: Up to 90 days within any 180-day period from the date of first entry into the Schengen Area.
Visa validity: Single, double, or multiple-entry; validity 90 days to 5 years (most first-time grants are single-entry 90/180).
Entries: Single or Multiple.
Bank balance / financial proof: EUR 50 per day of stay minimum (Schengen-prescribed level) — NPR-equivalent in bank statements covering last 3 months. Plus property / business / employment ties demonstrating intent to return to Nepal.
Where to apply: Lodge at VFS Global Hungary Delhi — online appointment booking via visa.vfsglobal.com/ind/en/hun. Biometrics captured at Delhi centre. Application sent to Embassy New Delhi for adjudication.

Visa types

Visa categories available

Tourist — Type C — Tourist (Schengen Uniform Visa)
Tourism, sightseeing, holiday, leisure travel within Hungary (and any other Schengen state).
Stay
Up to 90 days within any 180-day period from the date of first entry into the Schengen Area.
Processing
15 calendar days standard; can extend to 30–45 days during peak season.
Fee
EUR 90 (Schengen-harmonised since 11 June 2024). Children 6–11: EUR 45. Children <6: free. VFS service fee INR ~3,500.
Business — Type C — Business (Schengen Uniform Visa)
Business meetings, negotiations, conferences, trade missions — no employment in Hungary.
Stay
Up to 90 days within any 180-day period.
Processing
15 calendar days; urgent applications expedited.
Fee
EUR 90 + VFS service fee.
Transit — Type A — Airport Transit Visa
Transit through the international zone of Budapest (BUD) airport en route to a third country.
Stay
Up to 24 hours airside.
Processing
10–15 calendar days.
Fee
EUR 90.
Medical — Type C — Medical Treatment
Receive medical treatment / consultation in Hungary — Budapest is a popular medical-tourism destination especially for dental treatment.
Stay
Up to 90 days per 180; renewable as Type D inside Hungary for longer treatment.
Processing
Variable; urgent cases expedited (5–10 days); non-urgent 15 days.
Fee
EUR 90.
Family Visit — Type C — Private Visit (Family / Friends)
Visit relatives or friends resident in Hungary.
Stay
Up to 90 days within 180.
Processing
15 calendar days.
Fee
EUR 90.
Student — Type D — Long-Stay Student
Full-time study at a Hungarian higher education institution accredited by the Hungarian Accreditation Committee (MAB) — popular for Nepali medical students at Semmelweis University, University of Szeged, University of Debrecen, University of Pécs.
Stay
Type D entry visa stay 30 days -> convert to Tartózkodási Engedély (Residence Permit, study basis) at OIF for course duration on arrival.
Processing
30–60 calendar days for Type D (apply at least 60 days before intended travel).
Fee
EUR 60 (Type D entry visa) + HUF-denominated residence permit fee + HUF 1,000+ administrative.
Work — Type D — Long-Stay Work / Employment
Employment in Hungary on the basis of a Hungarian Work Permit (Munkavállalási Engedély) cleared by Hungarian National Employment Service (NFSZ).
Stay
Type D 30 days -> 2-year Tartózkodási Engedély (work basis), renewable; permanent residence after 3 years (EU long-term residence after 5 years).
Processing
Full pathway from Nepal: 4–6 months. Step-by-step: (1) Hungarian employer obtains Work Permit from NFSZ with labour-market test — 30–60 days; (2) migrant lodges Type D at VFS Delhi with Work Permit attached — 30–60 days; (3) Tartózkodási Engedély at OIF within 30 days of arrival.
Fee
EUR 110 (Type D) + HUF-denominated residence permit + work permit fees.
Other route — Type D — Family Reunion
Join a Hungarian-citizen / Hungarian-resident spouse, parent, or minor child in Hungary.
Stay
Type D 30 days -> Tartózkodási Engedély (family-reunion basis) aligned to sponsor relationship (1–3 years initially, renewable).
Processing
60–90 calendar days for Type D.
Fee
EUR 110 (Type D) + HUF-denominated residence permit + administrative fees.
Religious — Type D — Researcher / EU Blue Card
Research at a Hungarian recognised research organisation OR highly-qualified employment with EU Blue Card pathway.
Stay
Type D 30 days -> 1–4 year Tartózkodási Engedély or EU Blue Card.
Processing
30–60 calendar days.
Fee
EUR 110 + administrative fees.
Retirement — Type D — Guest Investor Visa (Hungarian Golden Visa)
Hungarian Golden Visa relaunched 1 July 2024 under Act XC of 2023. Three investment routes: (1) EUR 250,000 in real-estate investment fund; (2) EUR 500,000 direct purchase of Hungarian residential real estate (post-amendment); (3) EUR 1 million donation to Hungarian higher education institution.
Stay
Type D 30 days -> 10-year renewable residence permit (one of the longest single-grant validities in EU).
Processing
90–120 calendar days for residence permit; investment-fund verification can extend total to 4–6 months.
Fee
EUR 110 (Type D) + investment cost.
Diplomatic — Type D — White Card (Digital Nomad Visa)
Remote work for a foreign employer / freelance for foreign clients while living in Hungary. Hungary launched the White Card in 2022 — popular budget-friendly EU digital-nomad pathway.
Stay
Type D 30 days -> 1-year Tartózkodási Engedély (White Card), one renewal allowed (max 2 years total).
Processing
30 days at OIF.
Fee
EUR 110 (Type D) + EUR 110 White Card application fee.

Checklist

Required documents — Hungary tourist visa

26 required · 6 conditional — tick them off as you build your file.

Nepali passport bio-page (3+ months validity beyond intended Schengen departure + 2 blank pages, issued within last 10 years)
Required
Recent passport-size photo (35×45 mm, white background, < 6 months old, ICAO-compliant)
Required
Schengen visa application form + VFS Delhi appointment confirmation
Required
Bank statements (last 3 months, EUR 50/day equivalent)
Required
Confirmed return ticket (or full Schengen itinerary with onward flight)
Required
Hotel booking confirmation for full stay
Required
Travel medical insurance (EUR 30,000+ Schengen-valid)
Required
Cover letter explaining purpose + day-by-day itinerary
Required
INR demand draft for visa fee + INR cash/card for VFS service fee
Required
Travel from Nepal to VFS Delhi for biometric capture
Required
ANY ONE income bundle — Business / Salary / Pension / Rental (only one needed)
Required
Income Details & Supporting Documents (For Visa Application)
Required
Important Notes: (1) All documents issued in Nepali language must be translated into English and notarised (certified by a notary public). (2) The applicant is required to provide documents for any ONE source of income only from the categories listed below.
1. Business Income
Conditional
Applicants involved in business must submit the following:
PAN Certificate
Required
Permanent Account Number certificate issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD).
Business Registration Certificate
Required
Submit ONE of: (a) Company Registrar Certificate (for private/public limited companies), (b) Cottage / Small Industry (Gharelu) Registration, OR (c) Municipality / Ward (Wada) Registration Certificate.
Additional Registration Certificates (if applicable)
Conditional
Sector-specific endorsements: (a) Tourism Board Registration for travel-related businesses, (b) Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) Registration for financial institutions, (c) Contractor License from Municipality / Ward Office.
Latest Audit Report
Required
Signed by a Nepal Chartered Accountants Institute (ICAN)–registered auditor, with company stamp.
Tax Clearance Certificate
Required
Issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) for the latest fiscal year.
2. Salary-Based Income
Conditional
Applicants who are employed must provide:
Salary Certificate / Salary Letter
Required
On employer letterhead, signed and stamped — stating designation, joining date, monthly gross / net salary, and tenure.
Leave Approval Letter
Required
Confirming sanctioned leave dates covering the full trip plus a buffer; signed by HR / authorised signatory.
No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer
Required
Confirming the employer has no objection to the trip and the applicant will return to duty after the leave window.
Tax Clearance Certificate from IRD OR Tax Submission Letter from employer with tax statements
Required
Either personal tax clearance from the Inland Revenue Department for the latest year, OR an employer letter confirming TDS deduction + remittance with attached employee tax statement.
3. Pension Income
Conditional
Applicants receiving pension must submit:
Pension Certificate (Pension Patta)
Required
Original Nijamati / armed-forces pension book issued by the Pension Management Office, plus copies of all entries.
Company ID Card (if available)
Conditional
Photocopy of the former government / public-sector service ID card (front + back).
Recent Pension Bank Statement
Required
Last 3–6 months of pension-account transactions showing regular monthly pension credits — original, signed and stamped on every page.
Pension Receiving Confirmation Letter from Bank
Required
On bank letterhead, confirming the applicant's pension account, monthly credit amount, and account holder details.
4. Rental Income
Conditional
Applicants earning rental income must provide:
Land Ownership Certificate
Required
Original + copy of the Lalpurja (land title deed) for the rental-yielding land / property.
Building Completion Certificate
Required
Issued by the Municipality / Nagarpalika engineering office confirming the building is completed and fit for occupancy.
Land and Building Tax Payment Certificate
Required
Latest fiscal-year payment receipts from Municipality (Nagarpalika) and Ward (Wada) office (malpot / bhumi-ghar tax).

Where to apply

Where Nepali citizens apply for a Hungary visa

Mission: Embassy of Hungary — New Delhi (consular jurisdiction over Nepal)
Address: 2/50-M, Niti Marg, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi 110021, India
Phone: +91 11 2611 4737, +91 11 2611 4738
Email: mission.del@mfa.gov.hu, consulate.del@mfa.gov.hu
Hours: Mon–Fri 09:00–17:00; consular section by appointment only via VFS Global India — walk-ins not accepted for Nepal applicants.
Application centre: VFS Global Hungary India — New Delhi (closest centre to Nepal) — VFS Global Hungary Visa Application Centre, Shivaji Stadium, Connaught Place, New Delhi (alternate centres at Mumbai / Chennai / Bengaluru / Kolkata). Submission + biometrics in person; application sent to Embassy New Delhi for adjudication; passport returned via courier. There is no Hungarian visa application centre or VFS partner in Kathmandu.
Online portal: https://visa.vfsglobal.com/ind/en/hun/visa-type

Notes

Important notes

Every Nepali-language document MUST be accompanied by a certified English translation — embassies will reject untranslated originals. Where this page's destination notes ask for an apostille or a specific translator, follow those notes; otherwise a translation notarised by a Notary Public is the usual standard.
Income proof for Hungarian visas: ANY ONE of the four Nepal-side income bundles is sufficient (Business OR Salary OR Pension OR Rental) — no need to submit all four. Pick the bundle that matches your active income source.
Nepali ordinary passport holders MUST apply for a Hungarian visa BEFORE travel — Nepal is on Schengen Annex I (visa-required nationalities). There is NO visa-on-arrival, NO eTA, and NO visa-waiver agreement.
Hungarian Type C visas are Schengen Uniform Visas — valid across all 29 Schengen states on the same 90/180 day-clock. A Hungarian visa lets you also visit Germany, France, Italy, Austria, Romania, etc.
Conversely — a valid + previously-used Schengen multiple-entry visa from any other Schengen state lets Nepalis enter Hungary visa-free within the unused balance of the 90/180 budget.
There is NO Hungarian embassy, consulate, or VFS centre in Kathmandu. ALL Nepali applicants must travel to VFS Global Delhi (Shivaji Stadium, Connaught Place) — or alternative VFS Hungary centres in India — for biometric capture and visa intake.
CRITICAL Hungarian advantages: (1) White Card Digital Nomad (since 2022) — EUR 3,000/month income threshold, 1+1 year max, NO PR pathway. (2) Guest Investor Visa relaunched 1 July 2024 — EUR 250k fund investment OR EUR 1M university donation -> 10-year renewable residence permit. (3) Stipendium Hungaricum scholarship programme — Hungarian government covers full tuition + monthly stipend for Nepali students (~50–100 Nepal scholarships annually).
Hungarian White Card LIMITATIONS: cannot lead to permanent residence or citizenship; cannot switch to other permit types during validity; family members cannot join via family-reunion permit; cannot work for a Hungarian employer; only one renewal allowed (max 2 years total).
Common Nepali sectors: education (Stipendium Hungaricum + medical universities — University of Szeged, Semmelweis University Budapest, University of Debrecen — popular Hungarian medical degrees for Nepali students), IT (Budapest tech corridor — EUR 1,800–4,000/month), construction (Budapest infrastructure — EUR 1,000–1,500/month), tourism (Budapest hospitality — EUR 800–1,200/month).
Schengen post-2024 fee: Hungarian Type C visa fee EUR 90 (adults, harmonised since 11 June 2024). Children 6–11: EUR 45. Children <6: free. Type D fee EUR 60-110 depending on category. White Card EUR 110. Plus EUR ~30 VFS service fee.
Always disclose prior Schengen / EU / UK / US visa refusals — non-disclosure under Article 32(1)(b) of the Schengen Visa Code is grounds for refusal + future-application risk under VIS.
Nepal joined the Hague Apostille Convention on 14 March 2024 — Nepal-issued public documents apostilled by Nepal MoFA on/after that date are accepted by Hungarian authorities without further consular legalisation.
EES (Entry/Exit System) is operational in Hungary since 12 October 2025 — biometric registration on first Schengen entry.
ETIAS launching late 2026 — Nepal NOT in ETIAS scope (visa-required nationals are exempt). Nepali applicants continue with full Schengen visa applications under VIS.

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Guides

Hungary visa guides

FAQ

Hungary visa for Nepali citizens — frequently asked questions

Common questions Nepali citizens ask before applying for a Hungary visa — answered from the official sources listed below.

Which visa do Nepali citizens use to visit Hungary as tourists?

Nepali passport holders visiting Hungary for tourism use the Type C — Tourist (Schengen Uniform Visa), which allows a stay of up to 90 days within any 180-day period from the date of first entry into the Schengen Area.

How much is the Hungary tourist visa fee for Nepali citizens?

EUR 90 (Schengen-harmonised since 11 June 2024). Children 6–11: EUR 45. Children <6: free. VFS service fee INR ~3,500. Fees change, so confirm the current amount at https://visa.vfsglobal.com/ind/en/hun/visa-type before paying (last reviewed 2026-05-04).

How long does a Hungary tourist visa take to process for Nepali citizens?

15 calendar days standard; can extend to 30–45 days during peak season.

What bank balance is required for a Hungary visa?

EUR 50 per day of stay minimum (Schengen-prescribed level) — NPR-equivalent in bank statements covering last 3 months. Plus property / business / employment ties demonstrating intent to return to Nepal.

How many days can Nepali citizens stay in Hungary on a tourist visa?

Up to 90 days within any 180-day period from the date of first entry into the Schengen Area (Type C — Tourist (Schengen Uniform Visa)).

Where do Nepali citizens apply for a Hungary tourist visa?

Lodge at VFS Global Hungary Delhi — online appointment booking via visa.vfsglobal.com/ind/en/hun. Biometrics captured at Delhi centre. Application sent to Embassy New Delhi for adjudication.

What documents are required for a Hungary tourist visa from Nepal?

Required documents include: Nepali passport bio-page (3+ months validity beyond intended Schengen departure + 2 blank pages, issued within last 10 years); Recent passport-size photo (35×45 mm, white background, < 6 months old, ICAO-compliant); Schengen visa application form + VFS Delhi appointment confirmation; Bank statements (last 3 months, EUR 50/day equivalent); Confirmed return ticket (or full Schengen itinerary with onward flight); Hotel booking confirmation for full stay; Travel medical insurance (EUR 30,000+ Schengen-valid); Cover letter explaining purpose + day-by-day itinerary.

Which Hungary mission handles visa applications from Nepal?

Embassy of Hungary — New Delhi (consular jurisdiction over Nepal), 2/50-M, Niti Marg, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi 110021, India. Phone: +91 11 2611 4737. Applications are lodged at VFS Global Hungary India — New Delhi (closest centre to Nepal), VFS Global Hungary Visa Application Centre, Shivaji Stadium, Connaught Place, New Delhi (alternate centres at Mumbai / Chennai / Bengaluru / Kolkata). Submission + biometrics in person; application sent to Embassy New Delhi for adjudication; passport returned via courier. There is no Hungarian visa application centre or VFS partner in Kathmandu.

Can Nepali citizens apply for a Hungary business visa?

Yes — Type C — Business (Schengen Uniform Visa). Business meetings, negotiations, conferences, trade missions — no employment in Hungary. Processing: 15 calendar days; urgent applications expedited.

Is there an official online portal for the Hungary visa?

Yes. The official starting point is https://visa.vfsglobal.com/ind/en/hun/visa-type.

How is the Hungary visa fee paid?

Visa fee in INR Demand Draft (Indian Rupees, drawn at VFS Delhi — payable to "Embassy of Hungary New Delhi"). VFS service fee in INR cash / card at Delhi centre. Inside Hungary, HUF (Hungarian forint) cash / card at OIF for residence-permit fees.

Can Yatra For Fun help with a Hungary visa application?

Yes — Yatra For Fun's visa desk can help you prepare your Hungary visa file over WhatsApp (the embassy or visa centre makes the decision), and you can order reservation documents for your file: a dummy flight ticket (NPR 999) and a dummy hotel booking (NPR 499). The reference number is a Yatra For Fun document number, not an airline PNR, so it will not appear on an airline's Manage Booking page.

Sources

Sources & last updated

Last reviewed: May 4, 2026

https://visa.vfsglobal.com/ind/en/hun/visa-type — VFS Global Hungary India (primary lodgement channel for Nepali applicants — New Delhi centre)
https://ujdelhi.mfa.gov.hu — Embassy of Hungary in New Delhi (consular jurisdiction over Nepal)
https://konzuliszolgalat.kormany.hu — Hungarian Ministry of Foreign Affairs Consular Service visa-policy hub
https://oif.gov.hu — National Directorate-General for Aliens Policing (Országos Idegenrendészeti Főigazgatóság) — in-country residence permits, White Card, Guest Investor Visa
https://stipendiumhungaricum.hu — Stipendium Hungaricum scholarship programme (Hungarian government covers full tuition + stipend for Nepali students)
Hungarian Act II of 2007 on Entry and Residence of Third-Country Nationals (consolidated 2024 amendments) — primary domestic legislation
Hungarian Act XC of 2023 on the Hungarian Guest Investor Visa Programme — Golden Visa relaunched 1 July 2024 (10-year renewable residence permit; EUR 250k fund OR EUR 500k real estate OR EUR 1M university donation)
Hungary has been a Schengen member since 21 December 2007 — Hungarian Type C visas are full Schengen Uniform Visas
Schengen visa fee EUR 90 (adults) effective 11 June 2024
Hungarian White Card (Digital Nomad Visa) launched 2022 — EUR 3,000/month income; 1+1 year max; NO PR pathway
Hungarian EU Blue Card threshold: ~EUR 27,000/year (1.5× Hungarian average gross — one of the LOWEST in EU)
Hungarian medical universities (Semmelweis Budapest, Szeged, Debrecen, Pécs) — popular Nepali pathway; English-medium MD / DMD / Pharmacy degrees recognised by Nepal Medical Council if institution on WHO World Directory of Medical Schools
EES (Entry/Exit System) operational in Hungary since 12 October 2025; ETIAS launching late 2026 (Nepal not in ETIAS scope)
Hungarian flat 15% personal-income tax — among lowest in EU
Nepal joined the Hague Apostille Convention 14 March 2024 — Nepal-issued public documents apostilled by Nepal MoFA on/after that date are accepted by Hungarian authorities

Fees and rules change — confirm on the official source before you pay or apply.

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