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title: Hungary visa for citizens of Romania
description: Citizens of Romania can visit Hungary without a visa for up to 90 days. Documents checklist and application steps.
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lastModified: 2026-09-05
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# Hungary visa for citizens of Romania

Citizens of Romania can visit Hungary without a visa for up to 90 days.

*Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Visa-free
- **How to apply:** No visa needed — just go
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days
- **Government fee:** No visa fee
- **Passport validity:** At least 3 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Not required

## How to apply

1. **Prepare travel documents** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 3 months beyond planned departure from Hungary
2. **Travel to Hungary** — Romanian citizens can enter Hungary without a visa for up to 90 days in any 180-day period
3. **Present passport at border** — Upon arrival, present your valid Romanian passport to border control
4. **Receive entry stamp** — Border officer will stamp passport indicating permitted stay duration

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 3 months beyond intended stay
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel, optional): May be requested by border officer
- **Proof of accommodation** (Travel, optional): Hotel booking or invitation letter
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial, optional): May be requested to cover stay expenses
- **Travel health insurance** (Supporting, optional): Recommended but not mandatory for short stays

## Proof of funds

- Bank statements
- Cash
- Credit cards

No specific minimum balance required, but must demonstrate ability to cover expenses

## Good to know

- Visa-free stay is limited to 90 days within any 180-day period across the Schengen Area
- Overstaying may result in fines, deportation, or future entry bans
- Border officers may request proof of sufficient funds, accommodation, and return ticket

## Common refusal reasons

- **Passport not valid for at least 3 months beyond intended stay** — Check passport validity before travel and renew if necessary
- **Previous overstay in Schengen Area** — Respect the 90/180-day rule and avoid overstaying
- **Inability to prove purpose of visit or sufficient funds** — Carry supporting documents such as hotel bookings, return ticket, and bank statements

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Romania need a visa for Hungary?

Citizens of Romania can visit Hungary without a visa for up to 90 days.

### How long can citizens of Romania stay in Hungary?

Up to 90 days without a visa.

### What documents do citizens of Romania need for Hungary?

Valid passport; Return or onward ticket; Proof of accommodation; Proof of sufficient funds; Travel health insurance.

### How long must my passport be valid for Hungary?

At least 3 months.

## More

- [Hungary visa for every passport](/visa/hungary)
- [Every destination for Romania passport holders](/visa/passport/romania)