Hungary Schengen Visa from United Kingdom

If you're traveling from the United Kingdom to Hungary, you will need to apply for a Schengen visa, depending on your travel purpose. The primary visa types available include tourism, business, conference attendance, and EU family member visas (excluding family members of Hungarian citizens). Ensure you select the correct type based on your itinerary to facilitate a smooth application process.

3 visa centres·4 visa types·Starts at £35·Processed by VFS

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Appointment wait times

Median days from booking until appointment — based on real appointments observed by xVisa

< 20 days20–30> 30

Visa centre	Tourism TA	Business BV	Conference CON	EU family member (except family members of Hungarian citizens) EU
London Hungary Visa Application Center - London
Manchester Hungary Visa Application Centre - Manchester
Edinburgh Hungary Visa Application Centre - Edinburgh

Hungary visa centres in United Kingdom

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Document checklist

To apply for a Schengen visa to Hungary, you will need to gather specific documents. These typically include a completed application form, a valid passport, proof of accommodation, travel insurance, and financial means for your stay. Additional documents may be required based on the visa type. It’s essential to check the complete list of required documents before your application.

Application form
Required
Duly completed and signed visa application form
Bank statements (3 months)
Required
Personal bank statements showing income and funds
Credit card and credit card account statement
Required
Credit card together with the credit card account statement showing the cardholder's name and address and the monthly limit or spending cap.
Return or onward travel booking
Required
Printed flight/train/bus booking showing passenger name and itinerary
Medical Insurance Certificate
Required
Medical insurance certificate covering the whole stay, valid throughout the Schengen Area, in the applicant's name, with minimum coverage of EUR 30,000 for urgent hospitalization or repatriation.
Valid passport or travel document
Required
Original passport valid at least 3 months beyond return date, plus photocopy
Copy of passport personal details page
Required
Copy of the passport page or pages containing the holder's personal details.
Passport photos (standardized)
Required
Standardized passport photographs required for a short-stay visa application (as specified in the checklist).
UK digital immigration status proof
Required
Digital proof of UK immigration status issued by the UK Home Office, including share code evidence where applicable.
UK residence permit (or UK immigration status share code)
Required
Valid UK residence permit card showing the applicant’s right to reside in the UK; if no card is available or the digital permit is valid longer than the card, a UK Home Office immigration status share code printout is acceptable. Share code page: https://www.gov.uk/view-prove-immigration-status
Self-employment confirmation letter from accountant, banker or solicitor
Required in some cases
Recent official headed letter from an accountant, banker or solicitor stating the applicant's self-employment or business ownership in the United Kingdom.
👔Self Employed
Benefits or pension letter
Required in some cases
Official recent letter confirming that the applicant receives benefits or is part of a pension scheme.
👔Unemployed
Full birth certificate
Required in some cases
Unabridged/full birth certificate showing both biological parents' names. If not in English or German, a certified translation in the UK is also required.
👶Travelling with children
British school certificate
Required in some cases
Recent school certificate from a British school for minor applicants.
👶Travelling with children
Car insurance
Required in some cases
Vehicle insurance document for travel by car.
Car registration document
Required in some cases
Vehicle registration document required when the applicant travels by car.
Court Ruling
Required in some cases
In sole custody cases, provide the relevant court ruling if applicable.
👶Travelling with children
Death certificate
Required in some cases
Death certificate of a deceased parent, used in sole custody situations.
👶Travelling with children
Driver joint travel cover letter
Required in some cases
Signed and dated cover letter from the driver confirming joint travel with the applicant and travel dates, required when the applicant is not the driver.
Driver's driving licence
Required in some cases
Driving licence of the driver for travel by car.
Employment Letter
Required in some cases
If employed, provide a recent original signed headed employer letter addressed to the Mission and confirming your employment.
👔Employed
Hotel booking confirmation
Required in some cases
Proof of accommodation such as a half-paid or fully paid hotel booking confirmation.
🏠Hotel
Marriage certificate
Required in some cases
Marriage certificate used to evidence spousal or registered partner sponsorship. If issued outside the EU and not in English or Portuguese, it must be translated by a certified translator in the UK.
🤝Family
Parental consent documents for minors
Required in some cases
For minors travelling alone/with one parent: parental consent, certified copies of parents’ passports, British school certificate.
👶Travelling with children
Parent bank statements
Required in some cases
Latest 3 months UK current account bank statements from one parent, showing at least one parent's name, address, and positive end balance; online printouts are accepted if applicable.
🤝Family
Passport or certified passport copy
Required in some cases
Original passport or certified copy of passport required for parents of minors travelling alone or with only one parent.
👶Travelling with children
Payslips (3 months)
Required in some cases
Last three payslips, original plus photocopies
👔Employed
Copies of previous Schengen visas
Required in some cases
Photocopies of previous Schengen visas endorsed in an old passport and/or issued in the last 3 years.
Proof Of Family Relationship
Required in some cases
Proof of relationship to the non-Austrian EEA/EU or Swiss national, such as a marriage certificate or birth certificate. If not in English or German, a certified translation in the UK is required.
🤝Family
Self-assessment tax form
Required in some cases
Self-assessment form issued by HM Revenue & Customs confirming the applicant's self-employment or business ownership status.
👔Self Employed
Sponsor bank statements
Required in some cases
Bank account statements of the financial sponsor used to prove support for the applicant.
🤝Family
Statement of willingness to support applicant
Required in some cases
Signed statement from the sponsor confirming willingness to financially support the applicant, including travel dates.
🤝Family
Student status letter
Required in some cases
Recent signed letter from school/college/university confirming enrollment, hours per week, attendance
👔Student
Tour booking confirmation
Required in some cases
Tour booking confirmation or list of participants (if part of a tour).
🏠Hotel

Booking your Hungary appointment

When scheduling your appointment at one of the Hungary Visa Application Centers in London, Manchester, or Edinburgh, ensure you do so well in advance. Bring all required documents, and arrive early to avoid any last-minute issues. Be prepared to answer questions regarding your travel plans and stay in Hungary, as this can help streamline the appointment process.