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Hungary Visa from India

Last reviewed: 14 May 2026 · Verified against current VFS Global India fees

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Processing

~15 days

Fee Range

₹8,500 – ₹11,000

Documents

14 required

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Hungary Visa — All Types

Each visa type has its own fees, documents, and processing rules. Tap any card for the complete guide.

Schengen Short-Stay (Type C) — Tourism

Hungary Tourist Visa

Apply for a Hungary Tourist Visa (Schengen Type C) from India through VFS. Complete fees, document checklist, jurisdiction map, and processing guide for Indian travellers.

Fee₹9,600StayUp to 90 days in any 180-day period (Schengen area-wide)
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Schengen Short-Stay (Type C) — Business

Hungary Business Visa

Hungary Business Visa (Schengen Type C) for Indian professionals — meetings, conferences, contract negotiations, trade shows in Budapest and beyond. VFS application via correct India jurisdiction.

Fee₹9,600StayUp to 90 days in any 180-day period (Schengen area-wide)
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Schengen Short-Stay (Type C) — Medical Treatment

Hungary Medical Treatment Visa

Hungary Medical Treatment Visa (Schengen Type C) for Indian patients seeking short-stay treatment in Hungarian hospitals or clinics — including dental, cardiac, ophthalmology, and rehabilitation.

Fee₹9,600StayUp to 90 days in any 180-day period
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Schengen Short-Stay (Type C) — Conference

Hungary Conference Visa

Hungary Conference Visa (Schengen Type C) for Indian academics, professionals, and delegates attending conferences, seminars, workshops, or summits in Budapest or other Hungarian cities.

Fee₹9,600StayUp to 90 days in any 180-day period
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Schengen Short-Stay (Type C) — Cultural / Sports

Hungary Cultural & Sports Activities Visa

Hungary Cultural & Sports Visa (Schengen Type C) for Indian artists, performers, athletes, and cultural delegations participating in events, festivals, or competitions in Hungary.

Fee₹9,600StayUp to 90 days in any 180-day period
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Schengen Short-Stay (Type C) — Educational / Scientific / Training

Hungary Educational, Scientific & Professional Training Visa

Hungary Educational / Scientific / Professional Training Visa (Schengen Type C) for Indian students, researchers, and professionals attending short courses, exchanges, or training programmes (≤90 days).

Fee₹9,600StayUp to 90 days in any 180-day period
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Schengen Short-Stay — Family of EU/EEA Citizen

Hungary Visa for Family Members of EU/EEA Citizens

Hungary Visa for Family Members of EU/EEA Citizens — favourable Schengen visa procedure for spouses, children, and dependent relatives travelling with or joining their EU/EEA family member. Visa fee is WAIVED.

Fee₹0 (WAIVED)StayUp to 90 days in any 180-day period (Schengen area-wide)
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Schengen Short-Stay (Type C) — Visiting Family / Friends

Hungary Visiting Family or Friends Visa

Hungary Visiting Family or Friends Visa (Schengen Type C) for Indian travellers visiting Hungarian-resident family or friends. Requires a notarized invitation letter from the host.

Fee₹9,600StayUp to 90 days in any 180-day period
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Long-Term National (Type D) — Study

Hungary Study Visa

Hungary Study Visa (Long-Term Type D) for Indian students enrolled in long-term courses (>90 days) at Hungarian universities, colleges, or approved institutions. ₹11,740 visa fee + ₹1,920 biometrics.

Fee₹11,740StayCourse duration (typically 1–5 years), as approved
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Long-Term National (Type D) — Family Reunification

Hungary Family Reunification Visa

Hungary Family Reunification Visa (Long-Term Type D) for Indian spouses, children, dependent parents, or adopted children of Hungarian citizens or legal residents. ₹11,740 + ₹1,920 biometrics.

Fee₹11,740StayRenewable based on the underlying family-reunification permit
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Long-Term National (Type D) — Research

Hungary Research Visa

Hungary Research Visa (Long-Term Type D) for Indian researchers and scientists with a host agreement at a Hungarian research organization (>90 days). ₹11,740 + ₹1,920 biometrics.

Fee₹11,740StayTied to host agreement — typically 1 year, renewable
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Long-Term National (Type D) — Official

Hungary Official Visa

Hungary Official Visa (Long-Term Type D) for Indian government / educational / accredited representatives on official duties in Hungary. Confirmation from Ministry / Embassy / accredited body required.

Fee₹11,740StayTied to official assignment
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Long-Term National (Type D) — Medical Treatment

Hungary Long-Term Medical Treatment Visa

Hungary Long-Term Medical Treatment Visa (Type D) for Indian patients undergoing extended treatment (>90 days) in Hungarian healthcare institutions. ₹11,740 + ₹1,920 biometrics.

Fee₹11,740StayTied to treatment duration as certified by Hungarian institution
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Long-Term National (Type D) — Voluntary Service

Hungary Voluntary Service Visa

Hungary Voluntary Service Visa (Long-Term Type D) for Indian volunteers on European Solidarity Corps or other approved voluntary programmes in Hungary (>90 days). ₹11,740 + ₹1,920 biometrics.

Fee₹11,740StayTied to voluntary service contract — typically 6–12 months
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Schengen Airport Transit (Type A) — InformationalInfo only

Hungary Airport Transit Visa — Informational

Hungary Airport Transit Visa (Schengen Type A). Indian passport holders generally do NOT need this visa — only Bangladesh and Sri Lanka nationals require an airport transit visa for transit at Budapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport.

Fee₹9,600StayAirport transit only (typically <24 hours)
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Schengen Short-Stay (Type C) — Carrier / Transport Crew (Informational)Info only

Hungary Carrier Visa (Transport Crew) — Informational

Hungary Carrier Visa (Schengen Type C) for transport-company crew members. Initiated by the carrier firm — typically airlines, shipping companies, or maritime operators. Informational only.

Fee₹9,600StayTransit-tied — typically very short
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Long-Term National (Type D) — Employment (Informational)Info only

Hungary Employment Visa (Long-Term Type D) — Informational

Hungary Employment Visa (Long-Term Type D / Residence Permit for Work). Requires Hungarian employer + Hungarian labour-demand approval. Informational only — SureshotVisa does not process work visas.

Fee₹11,740StayTied to employment contract — typically renewable annually
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Long-Term National (Type D) — Gainful Activity / Self-Employment (Informational)Info only

Hungary Gainful Activity Visa (Long-Term Type D) — Informational

Hungary Gainful Activity Visa (Long-Term Type D) for Indian self-employed individuals or company managers running economic activity in Hungary. Informational only — SureshotVisa does not process work-related visas.

Fee₹11,740StayTied to business activity — typically renewable annually
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Long-Term National (Type D) — Traineeship (Informational)Info only

Hungary Traineeship Visa (Long-Term Type D) — Informational

Hungary Traineeship Visa (Long-Term Type D) for Indian trainees on long-term traineeship programmes with Hungarian employers. Informational only — work-adjacent category.

Fee₹11,740StayTied to traineeship contract
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Long-Term National (Type D) — Intra-Corporate Transfer (Informational)Info only

Hungary Intra-Corporate Transfer Visa (Long-Term Type D) — Informational

Hungary Intra-Corporate Transfer Visa (Long-Term Type D) for Indian managers / specialists transferring from a parent company to a Hungarian group entity. Requires 3+ months at the parent company. Informational only.

Fee₹11,740StayTied to ICT assignment — typically up to 3 years
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Long-Term National (Type D) — Long-Term Mobility (Informational)Info only

Hungary Long-Term Mobility Visa (Type D) — Informational

Hungary Long-Term Mobility Visa (Type D) for Indian researchers' family members or other long-term-mobility category applicants. Informational only — work / sponsor-driven category.

Fee₹11,740StayTied to underlying mobility scheme
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Long-Term National (Type D) — Seasonal Employment (Informational)Info only

Hungary Seasonal Employment Visa (Long-Term Type D) — Informational

Hungary Seasonal Employment Visa (Long-Term Type D) for Indian seasonal workers — agriculture, hospitality, or other seasonal sectors. Informational only — work category, employer-driven.

Fee₹11,740StaySeasonal — typically up to 90 days but can be longer
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Long-Term National (Type D) — Guest Self-Employment (Informational)Info only

Hungary Guest Self-Employment Visa (Long-Term Type D) — Informational

Hungary Guest Self-Employment Visa (Long-Term Type D / Appendix 9.2) for Indian private entrepreneurs, primary producers, or company directors. Informational only — work-related category.

Fee₹11,740StayTied to business activity — typically renewable annually
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Long-Term National (Type D) — EU Blue Card (Informational)Info only

Hungary EU Blue Card (Long-Term Type D) — Informational

Hungary EU Blue Card (Long-Term Type D / Appendix 9.9) for high-skilled Indian professionals with a 6+ month employment offer requiring high-level education. Informational only.

Fee₹11,740StayTied to employment — typically 1–4 years, renewable
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Long-Term National (Type D) — Hungarian Card (Informational)Info only

Hungary Hungarian Card (Long-Term Type D) — Informational

Hungary Hungarian Card (Long-Term Type D / Appendix 9.8) — special work-residence pathway for specific Hungarian-employer + qualification scenarios. Informational only.

Fee₹11,740StayTied to employment
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⚙️ Application Process

1

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2

Prepare Documents

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3

VFS Appointment

We book the earliest VFS slot, prepare your file, and brief you for biometrics.

4

Biometrics & Submission

Visit VFS centre for biometrics. Your application is submitted to the embassy.

5

Track & Receive

Track status via your dashboard. Once approved, collect your passport with the visa.

💡 Important Tips

  • Apply at least 4–6 weeks before your travel date
  • Keep bank balance healthy — ₹3–5 lakh recommended for most countries
  • Strong ties to India (job, property, family) help approval
  • Book refundable flights and hotels until visa is approved
  • Get travel insurance before your embassy appointment
  • Carry original documents and photocopies to VFS
  • Never provide false or inconsistent information

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