Schengen Airport Transit (Type A) — InformationalVerified 2026-04-30Hungary Airport Transit Visa — Informational
The Hungary Airport Transit Visa is a Schengen Type A visa for transiting between terminals at Budapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport without entering Hungary. INDIAN PASSPORT HOLDERS GENERALLY DO NOT NEED THIS VISA — only Bangladesh and Sri Lanka nationals are required to obtain an airport transit visa for Hungary. This page exists for information in case an Indian applicant is researching on behalf of a Bangladesh / Sri Lanka national.
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Indian citizens generally do NOT need a Hungary airport transit visa. This page is for information only — it covers the Bangladesh / Sri Lanka national rule. Indian travellers transiting through Budapest typically need only a regular Schengen Type C if leaving the airport, OR no visa at all if remaining airside on a same-airline / same-day connection.
Hungary — Full Schengen member · Two India jurisdictions
One Hungary visa = all 29 Schengen countries. But the right Indian jurisdiction is non-negotiable.
Hungary processes Indian applications through TWO offices: the Embassy in New Delhi for north India, and the Consulate General in Mumbai for south & west (Mumbai, Chennai, Bengaluru, Cochin, Pune, Goa, Puducherry, Hyderabad, Ahmedabad). Submit to the wrong one and your file is returned without a decision. All applications go via VFS Joint Visa Application Centre.
29 Schengen countries
Full Schengen member — Hungary visa unlocks the whole zone during validity, not just Hungary.
15 calendar days
Minimum processing. Apply at least 15 days before travel; max six months in advance.
VFS Joint Centre
All submissions via VFS — biometrics required on long-term D visas (₹1,920 extra service fee).
Which office decides your Hungary visa?
Embassy New Delhi
North India — Delhi NCR, Punjab, Haryana, HP, J&K, UP, Uttarakhand, Rajasthan, Bihar, Jharkhand, MP, Chhattisgarh, West Bengal, Odisha, the Northeast, Bhutan, Nepal.
Consulate Mumbai
South & west — Maharashtra, Gujarat, Goa, Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Puducherry, Sri Lanka.
Photo size note: Hungary needs passport-size 35–40mm wide, white background — slightly different from the typical 35×45mm Schengen photo. Use a Hungary-spec photo to avoid rejection.
Note: SureshotVisa handles Hungary Tourist, Business, Conference, Cultural & Sports, Educational Training, Medical, Family-of-EU-Citizen, Visiting Family/Friends, Airport Transit short-stay visas — plus long-term D visas for Study, Family Reunification, Research, Official, Medical, Voluntary Service. Work / employment / EU Blue Card / Hungarian Card / Intra-Corporate Transfer / Seasonal / Guest Self-Employment pages are informational only — those need a Hungarian-side employer or licensed Hungarian immigration lawyer.
Processing
15 calendar days standard processing at the deciding office (Embassy of Hungary, New Delhi for north India; Consulate General of Hungary, Mumbai for south & west)
Stay Duration
Airport transit only (typically <24 hours)
Starting Fee
₹9,600
Apply At
13 VFS centres
Special Instructions — Read Before Applying
These requirements apply to ALL Hungary visa types. Violations mean your application will be rejected — read each one carefully.
- 1Sri Lanka nationals must apply via the German Embassy Colombo (which issues Hungary visas on Hungary's behalf), not via Hungary directly.
- 2Bangladesh nationals must apply at the Hungarian visa application centre serving their location.
- 3Application procedure mirrors short-stay (Type C) — supporting documents for Type A focus on onward-travel proof rather than entry purpose.
Who Can Apply
- Bangladesh and Sri Lanka nationals transiting Budapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport
Not eligible under this visa:
- Indian citizens — do not need airport transit visa for Hungary
- Holders of valid EU residence permit / EU member state visa / Canada / Japan / San Marino / USA visa — exempt
Fees (in INR)
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Schengen Short-Stay visa fee — adult (Type C, 1–90 days) | ₹9,600 |
| Schengen visa fee — child (6–12 years) | ₹4,800 |
| Schengen visa fee — child below 6 years | ₹0 |
| VFS service fee — with biometrics | ₹2,133 |
| VFS service fee — without biometrics | ₹1,600 |
| Optional courier (mandatory in south & west) | ₹675 |
Visa fees are set by the Embassy of Hungary in INR and are non-refundable regardless of outcome. Children under 6 are visa-fee-exempt; school pupils, students, postgraduates, researchers attending scientific events, family members of EU/EEA citizens, and accompanying teachers may also be visa-fee-exempt — confirm at submission. Diplomatic and service passport holders are exempt from the visa fee. Long-term D visas carry a separate ₹1,920 biometrics service charge on top of the visa fee.
Documents Required
Airport Transit-Specific Documents (informational reference)
- !Application form duly filled in and signed
- !One recent passport-size photograph (35×40mm, white background)
- !Valid passport (3 months beyond stay, 2 blank pages, ≤10 years old)
- !Copy of visa of FINAL destination + photocopy of documents submitted to obtain that visa
- !Copy of air ticket / PNR booking printout
! = mandatory · ○ = optional / if applicable
🗺️ Step-by-Step Application Process
Verify whether you need an airport transit visa
Indian passport holders DO NOT need it. Bangladesh and Sri Lanka nationals do.
Apply via correct mission
Sri Lanka — German Embassy Colombo. Bangladesh — Hungarian visa centre serving Bangladesh.
Download Official Forms
Official forms are hosted by VFS Global — we don't host third-party forms ourselves, so you always get the latest version.
📋 How to download from VFS:
- Click the form name below — opens VFS Switzerland page
- Select the visa category you're applying for (e.g. Tourist, Business, Student)
- Scroll down to the "Download Form" section at the bottom
- Click the PDF icon next to the form name → saves to your device
Hungary Schengen Visa Application Form (Short-Stay, Type C)
Fill online via VFS Hungary, then download, print, and sign. Separate forms exist for Mumbai/west zone and the rest.
Hungary Long-Term Residence Permit Application + Appendix
For D visa categories. Each sub-category has its own appendix (9.6 Employment, 9.13 Study, 9.23 Family Reunification, etc.). Source: National Directorate-General for Aliens Policing of Hungary.
Schengen-approved Indian Insurance Companies (Hungary-accepted)
Travel medical insurance must be from this approved Indian-insurer list — €30,000 minimum coverage.
VFS Application Centres
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need an airport transit visa as an Indian citizen?+
What if I'm a Bangladesh or Sri Lanka national but residing in India?+
Why doesn't SureshotVisa process this visa for Indian citizens?+
This page is for information only
SureshotVisa does not process this visa category. For other Hungary visa types we can help with — Tourist, Visitor, Business, Student, or Family Reunification — see the related visa types below.
Other Hungary Visa Types
Hungary Tourist Visa (Schengen Short-Stay, Type C)
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.
Hungary Business Visa (Schengen Short-Stay, Type C)
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.
Hungary Medical Treatment Visa (Schengen Short-Stay, Type C)
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.
Hungary Conference Visa (Schengen Short-Stay, Type C)
Hungary Conference Visa (Schengen Type C) for Indian academics, professionals, and delegates attending conferences, seminars, workshops, or summits in Budapest or other Hungarian cities.
Hungary Cultural & Sports Activities Visa (Schengen Short-Stay, Type C)
Hungary Cultural & Sports Visa (Schengen Type C) for Indian artists, performers, athletes, and cultural delegations participating in events, festivals, or competitions in Hungary.
Hungary Educational, Scientific & Professional Training Visa (Schengen Short-Stay, Type C)
Hungary Educational / Scientific / Professional Training Visa (Schengen Type C) for Indian students, researchers, and professionals attending short courses, exchanges, or training programmes (≤90 days).
Hungary Visa for Family Members of EU/EEA Citizens (Schengen Short-Stay)
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.
Hungary Visiting Family or Friends Visa (Schengen Short-Stay, Type C)
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.
Source & Disclaimer
Data on this page is sourced from the official VFS Global Hungary website and Embassy of Hungary. Last verified 2026-04-30. Always verify with the official embassy before applying — fees and requirements change without notice.