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US Embassy in Hungary

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In Hungary, the United States has an embassy in Budapest. Before flying to the United States, Hungarian citizens must obtain an ETA online; stays of up to 90 days are allowed.

US Embassy in Budapest

The US embassy is in Budapest, the capital of Hungary, at Szabadság tér 12, 1054 Budapest. Its phone number and website are on its page.

United States visa for Hungarian citizens

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United States visa requirements for citizens of Hungary

  • ESTA – travel under the Visa Waiver Program
  • Fee: US$41
  • 2 required documents

checked 22 October 2026

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Hungarian citizens need an electronic travel authorisation (ETA) for the United States, obtained online before travel, for stays of up to 90 days. The application is made online on the official portal of the United States, not at the US embassy.

Hungary’s missions in the United States

Missions of Hungary in the United States (5)

In return, Hungary has 5 missions in the United States, including its embassy in Washington D.C.

Good to know

The United States in Hungary

Worldwide, the United States has 314 missions in 179 countries; one of them is in Hungary.

Travel to Hungary for US citizens

US citizens do not need a visa for Hungary: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free. In Hungary, US citizens can turn to the US embassy for passports and emergency help.

When the US embassy in Hungary is closed

The US embassy in Hungary closes on Hungary’s public holidays, the next being Christmas Day (Karácsony) on Friday 25 December 2026, St. Stephen's Day (Karácsony másnapja) on Saturday 26 December 2026 and New Year's Day (Újév) on Friday 1 January 2027, and usually on some holidays of the United States, such as Veterans Day on Wednesday 11 November 2026.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the US embassy in Hungary?

The US embassy is in Budapest, at Szabadság tér 12, 1054 Budapest.

Do Hungarian citizens need a visa for the United States?

Hungarian citizens need an electronic travel authorisation (ETA) for the United States, obtained online before travel, for stays of up to 90 days.

Do US citizens need a visa for Hungary?

US citizens can visit Hungary without a visa for up to 90 days.

Does Hungary have an embassy in the United States?

Yes, Hungary has its embassy in Washington D.C., along with 4 other missions in the United States.