Hungary visa requirements for Cape Verdians
Travel and visa requirements
Basic Travel Requirements for Cape Verdians visiting Hungary
Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a Hungarian Visa.
- A completed visa application form.
- The form should be signed in necessary spaces.
- An International passport which has a validity of 6 months from the time of exit from the country.
- The passport should have at least two blank pages.
- Two recent passport-sized photographs to be taken on a white background.
- The passport should be at least 6 months old and should follow the photo specification for the visa application.
- Proof of sufficient funds for the duration of your stay in the country.
- This should be in the form of your bank statement from 3 months prior to the period of visa application.
- Return ticket to Cape Verde.
- Copy of travel itinerary.
- Valid travel insurance.
- Proof of accommodation.
Hungary Visa for Cape Verdians
Facts about Hungary
Home to the largest thermal water cave system in the world, second largest thermal lake in the world, as well as the largest lake in Central Europe and the largest natural grasslands in Europe, all this make Hungary one of the most popular tourists’ destinations in the world. The country has been a major contributor to arts, music, literature, sports, science, and technology.
In 2015, the country hosted up to 14.3 million foreign tourists, making it the 11th most visited country in Europe.
Types of Hungary Visa
| Types of Visa | Processing Time | Duration of Stay |
|---|---|---|
| Business visa | 15 - 30 days | 180 days |
| Medical visa | 15 - 30 days | 180 days |
| Student visa | 15 - 30 days | 180 days |
| Tourist visa | 15 - 30 days | 180 days |
| Transit visa | 15 - 30 days | 180 days |
General Requirements for Hungary Visa
- A completed visa application form.
- The form should be signed in necessary spaces.
- An International passport which has a validity of 6 months from the time of exit from the country.
- The passport should have at least two blank pages.
- Two recent passport-sized photographs to be taken on a white background.
- The passport should be at least 6 months old and should follow the photo specification for the visa application.
- Proof of sufficient funds for the duration of your stay in the country.
- This should be in the form of your bank statement from 3 months prior to the period of visa application.
- Return ticket to Cape Verde.
- Copy of travel itinerary.
- Valid travel insurance.
- Proof of accommodation.
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Hungary Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements
- The business visa is for Cape Verdean applicants that wish to travel to Hungary for business reasons.
- With this visa, you can sign contracts, attend meetings, conferences and trade fairs.
- Holders of this visa are not to receive payments for any of the services they render while in the country.
- You are not take up any course of learning or be enrolled in any of the schools in the country with this visa.
- A letter of invitation from the Hungarian company you will be visiting with the detailed address and the purpose of the visit is to be submitted.
- Your current employer is to issue a certificate confirming that he/she is aware of the applicant's business travel.
- This letter should be presented at the embassy or consulate while applying for the visa.
- If you have had previous business trade relations with the company you are visiting, proof of such should be provided.
- You are to present a letter from either your employer or the partner company in Hungary stating the financial coverage of your business visit.
- You are not allowed to obtain public funds.
- Receipt of your paid visa application fees should be provided.
Hungary Medical Visa Eligibility & Requirements
- This visa is for visa applicants who wish to travel to Hungary to receive medical treatment for their ailments.
- A medical report from your local doctor in Hungary is to be provided.
- The report must state the type of ailment the applicant has and the reason the treatment cannot be gotten in Cape Verde.
- A letter from the hospital in Hungary confirming the applicant's hospital appointment and the duration of the medical treatment is to be submitted.
- The receipt of payment of medical fees should be provided.
- For minor applicants, the original copy of their birth certificate is to be provided.
- Means of subsistence during your time in the country should be provided.
- Holders of this visa are not allowed to work while in the country.
- Applicants are to leave the country on or before the expiration of this visa.
Hungary Student Visa Eligibility & Requirements
- This visa is for applicants who wish to travel to Hungary for educational reasons.
- Before applying for this visa, the applicant must have been accepted to study in a school in Hungary.
- Enrollment certificates that would allow the applicant to attend courses in the school they have been accepted into are to be submitted.
- If the applicant is a minor, the unabridged original copy of their birth certificate is required.
- Proof of valid accommodation for the duration of the applicant's entire stay in Hungary is to be provided.
- Applicants of this visa should be willing to obey all the rules and regulations while in the country.
- The visa cots 160USD and is processed in between 15 and 30 days.
- Applicants are allowed to work part-time as long as it does not affect their education in the country.
- At the conclusion of the study program, the applicant is expected to leave Hungary.
Hungary Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements
- This visa is for applicants who wish to travel to Hungary for tourism and sightseeing purposes.
- This visa can also be used to visit family and friends.
- If you are visiting a friend or relative, an invitation letter from your host in Hungary is to be submitted.
- The address and a valid means of identification of your host in the country must be included in the letter.
- Children under the age of 18 should have the original copy of their birth certificate.
- Receipt of your payment of visa application fees should be presented during the visa application process.
- This visa is not to be used for study purposes.
- This visa is also not to be used to work or attend to business needs.
- The applicant is to leave the country on or before the expiration of this visa.
- This visa is processed within 15 and 20 days.
- The visa fee is $160.
Hungary Transit Visa Eligibility & Requirements
- This visa is for Cape Verdean applicants who wish to transit through Hungary to their final destination country.
- This visa allows you to join a connecting flight from Hungary to your destination country.
- You are not allowed to be in the country for more than 24 hours with this visa.
- Visa holders are not to leave the airport transit area.
- The applicant should be in possession of the visa and their flight ticket of their final destination country.
- You cannot visit friends and relatives with this visa or tour the country.
- If you are traveling with a minor, a letter of consent from the minor’s parents should be provided.
- You can be accompanied by your spouse or minors on this visa.
- For non-Cape Verdeans, a Cape Verdean stay permit is to be provided.
Hungary Visa Fees
Visa Type
Sub Types
Visa Fees
Business visa
160.00 (USD)
Medical visa
160.00 (USD)
Student visa
160.00 (USD)
Tourist visa
160.00 (USD)
Transit visa
160.00 (USD)
Hungary Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Cape Verde
Location
Address
Praia
Duarte Quirós 433 - Piso 4°
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consul.hu.cv@gmail.com
(+238) (651) 699.8442
What is Hungary's official currency?
Hungary's official currency is the Hungarian Forint(HUF). Some stores allow tourists to pay in Euros and you exchange your money in the banks because Hungarian banks offer very good exchange rates.
What is the official language in Hungary?
The official language in Hungary is Hungarian and it is the most widely spoken language. Other minority spoken languages are German, Croatian, Romani, Slovakia, Romani, Serbian and Slovene.
Can I drink the tap water in Hungary?
The tap water in major cities like Budapest is very safe for drinking. In other minority cities, it is best to avoid tap water.
Will I be safe in Hungary?
Yes, you will. Hungary is the 21st safest country in the world out of 162 countries on the list. Tourists are advised to avoid places where demonstrations and rallies are taking place. Tourists should also be vigilant and careful in places that are crowded and frequented by tourists such as Budapest because pick-pocketing and purse snatching are common here.
What is Hungary famous for?
Hungary is famous for its music. It is also famous for being home to the second-largest synagogue in the world. And it is the home country of the world's best chess player.
What should I not do in Hungary?
In Hungary, it is considered rude to clink your wine glasses so try as much as possible not to.