Hungary visa for Saudis

Hungary , also known as Hungary, are two names associated with one European country. Its capital is called Budapest , and it shares borders with a group of countries including Slovakia, Austria, Ukraine, Romania, Serbia and Croatia.

Hungary is known for its diverse terrain, with vast plains and towering mountains, as well as its pristine rivers, including the Tisza and Danube. In addition, Lake Platon, which is the largest lake in Hungary, makes it an ideal destination for lovers of nature and beauty. It is also noted that Hungary holds a deep and diverse cultural heritage.

Regarding the Hungarian visa for Saudis - Hungary, it is one of the easiest visas for the European Schengen area to obtain. The Hungarian authorities are working hard to facilitate the granting of a visa to many applicants from Saudi Arabia, with the aim of supporting tourism, and in addition to a reasonable financial fee, you must perform some routine procedures and submit specific documents to enhance the chance of obtaining a Hungarian visa.

Necessary procedures to obtain a Hungarian visa for Saudis

How to apply for a Hungary visa for Saudis?

1. Determine a strong reason that justifies your travel to Hungary and clarify the purpose of the visit, to ensure that there is a strong reason that requires obtaining a Hungarian visa for Saudi citizens.
   
   
2. After determining the reason for travel, you must determine the number of expected visits to Hungary.
   
   
3. Collect the necessary documents to strengthen your application for a Hungary visa for Saudi citizens.
   
   
4. Once you have collected all the documents required to submit the visa application, you must contact the relevant authorities to book an appointment to submit the application.
   
   
5. Payment of Hungarian visa fees in accordance with the procedures established by the competent authorities.
   
   
6. After submitting your Hungarian visa application, the file will be processed within an approximate period of 15 days.

When can an application for a Hungarian visa be submitted for Saudis?

The appropriate timing for applying for a Hungary visa for Saudi citizens - Hungary can be estimated as 15 days before the date of planned travel to Hungary.

However, in general, it is preferable to submit an application for a Hungary visa for Saudi-Hungary citizens no later than 6 months from the date of planned travel to Hungary, so that the application is accepted according to the procedures.

Where can I apply for a Hungarian visa for Saudis?

After discussing how to apply for a Hungarian visa, we will now explain where this can be done, through the following options:

1. Hungarian consulates or embassies: An application for a Hungarian visa for Saudi citizens - Hungary can be submitted through Hungarian consulates or embassies located in the applicant’s country of residence. The necessary documents must be submitted to these authorities to process the visa application.
   
   
2. Vfs Global Visa Center : This center is the official partner of the Hungarian Embassy in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. It is possible to apply for a Hungarian visa for Saudi citizens - Hungary through the Vfs Global Center, which provides support in submitting documents and application procedures.
   
   
3. Other Schengen embassies: If there is no Hungarian embassy or consulate in your country of residence, you can go to the embassy or consulate of another Schengen country eligible to issue a Hungarian visa for Saudi citizens - Hungary.

If you cannot apply for a Hungarian visa in your home country and have to do so in another country, you are required to be a legal resident of that country and have strong reasons to apply at its consulate.

Documents required to obtain a Hungarian visa for Saudis

In the third item of the previous section, we mentioned that a set of additional documents must be submitted to complete the procedures for obtaining a Hungarian visa. Therefore, these documents include the papers that must be submitted in your application file to obtain a Hungarian visa, and they include:

1. Fill out the Hungarian visa application form for Saudis available on the Hungarian Ministry of Foreign Affairs website.
   
   
2. A valid passport during the visa application period.
   
   
3. Two personal photos conforming to international standards.
   
   
4. If you have visas issued by other countries, a copy must be provided.
   
   
5. A letter explaining the purpose of travel and the destinations to be visited, presenting your travel plan.
   
   
6. Concrete evidence showing your ability to cover the costs of accommodation in Hungary during the visit.
   
   
7. If you are applying for a visa from outside your country, you must provide proof of your legal residence in that country, such as a visa or residence permit.
   
   
8. A health insurance policy covering the period of stay in Hungary for a minimum of 30,000 euros.
   
   
9. Pay Hungary visa fees.

In addition to these basic documents mentioned, there are exceptions that vary depending on the type of Hungarian visa required:

Details of documents required according to purpose

1. Tourism:

- A copy of your hotel reservation confirmation in Hungary.

- A copy of the round-trip travel ticket.

2. Study:

- A copy of the university acceptance.

- Proof of ability to cover study costs.

- Having a bank balance sufficient for the study period.

3. For minors studying:

- Guardian approval to travel.

4. Family visit:

- Invitation letter from a family member in Hungary.

5. Work:

- A copy of the employment contract.

- Employer approval.

Note that additional situations can arise that require additional documentation, which we will discuss in a later article.

NB:

It should be noted that the Hungarian Consulate will carefully verify these documents, including the passport, previous visas and personal information. If there are doubts about any document or personal details, you may be called for an interview with the consul to verify the accuracy of the information.

Cost and exclusions of Hungarian visa fees for Saudis

Regarding Hungarian visa fees for Saudis - Hungary, as previously mentioned, they are considered among the simple and accessible options for obtaining a travel visa. These fees range between 40 and 80 euros, and the specific price depends on the age of the person applying:

1. If the individual is 12 years or older, the fee will be €80.
   
   
2. If the child is under 12 and up to 6 years old, the fee will be only 40 euros.

There are some cases in which some individuals are exempted from paying the Hungary-Hungary visa fee. These cases include:

1. Children under six years of age.
   
   
2. Holders of diplomatic passports.
   
   
3. People who intend to attend conferences, seminars, or cultural and charitable events that do not aim for financial profit.
   
   
4. Students who must carry out scientific research.

It should be noted that these exceptions come to facilitate procedures for the concerned groups and reflect the cooperation and welcome from the Hungarian side towards these applicants.

Stages of following up on a Hungarian visa application for Saudis

After completing the processing stage of the Hungarian visa file for Saudis - Hungary, a set of steps are followed to know the result of the application:

If the application processing period has passed and does not exceed 15 days, or this may be extended to 40 days in some cases, you will receive an answer to your request. The answer will be either yes or no.

If approved, you will receive a call from the relevant office at the Hungarian Consulate, which will notify you when a Hungarian visa will be issued. That visa will be affixed to your passport. Here you must verify the accuracy of all the information mentioned in the visa. You will have up to three months of stay within a 180-day period.

If the answer is no, the consulate will notify you of the reason for the refusal and the Hungarian visa fee will not be refunded. But you have the right to file an appeal to reconsider the decision. The applicant or his official agent must submit an appeal and pay an additional fee of approximately 40 euros. The appeal must be written in the local language (Hungarian) or any language recognized in the European Union. After a maximum of 15 days, you will receive a final answer of approval or rejection, and regardless of the final decision, you will not receive a refund of the appeal fee.

Please note that obtaining a Hungarian visa does not necessarily mean entry into Hungary, as the border police have the discretion to change the decision to enter the country. Since Hungary belongs to the European Union countries, you can use a Hungarian visa to enter the rest of the European Union countries without the need for an additional visa.

Address of the Embassy of Hungary in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Address: Al-Waha District, Ahmed Al-Tunisi Street. Box 23, 11693, Riyadh, P.O. Box 94014, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Phone: +966-1-454-6707

Fax: +966-1-456-0834

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