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How to get a Hungary visa from Laos

Visa types, fees, processing times and application requirements for Laotian passport holders travelling to Hungary.

Visa types & fees

3 visa options for travelling to Hungary.

Business visa

Processing time10- 15 Business days
Validity90 Days

Medical visa

Processing time1-4 Weeks
ValidityMore than 90 days

Tourist visa

Processing time10- 15 Business days
Validity3 Months

Application requirements

Documents Laotian applicants need to provide.

  • A completed and signed Hungary visa application form.
  • A passport valid for at least three months after your return date from the country and must have at least two blank pages.
  • Two recently taken passport photographs taken against a light background.
  • A copy of your return ticket reservation.
  • Travel medical insurance up to 30,000 € to cover your stay in Hungary and other Schengen area you intend to visit.
  • A cover letter stating your purpose of visit and duration of stay in Hungary.
  • Flight itinerary reservation. This should contain the entry and exit dates and your flight number.
  • Proof of accommodation or hotel reservation for your entire duration of stay in the country.
  • Children birth certificates, marriage certificate or spouse death certificate to show proof of civil status.
  • Proof of sufficient funds to cover the entire duration of stay in the country.
  • Employed applicants are required to show a bank statement of the last six months, certificate of income tax returns, employment contracts and No-objection certificate from your employer.
  • Self-employed applicants are required to submit a copy of their business license, their company's bank statement of the latest six months and income tax returns.
  • If you are retired, a copy of your pension statement of the latest six months is required.

Visa type details

Tourist visa

  • The Hungarian tourist visa is a visa issued to foreigners visiting Hungary for tourism purposes and visitation.
  • Laotians visiting Hungary for tourism, visitation, and other recreational purposes can apply for the Hungarian tourist visa.
  • A completed and signed tourist visa application form is required.
  • A recently taken passport-sized photograph taken against a light-colored background.
  • A passport with at least six months validity and blank pages for entry and exit stamps.
  • Proof of paid tourist visa application fee.
  • Travel medical insurance of up to 30,000 euros to cover your entire duration of stay in Hungary.
  • A cover letter stating the purpose and duration of your visit to the country.
  • Proof of civil status (marriage certificate or children's birth certificate).
  • An invitation letter from a friend or family in Hungary. The letter should contain the residential address and contact details of the host.
  • Proof of sufficient financial means to cover your duration of stay in the country.
  • Proof of accommodation in Hungary. Applicants who wish to stay with their hosts must submit a document stating that the host is capable and willing to cover their expenses while in the country.
  • Copies of your flight itinerary, This should contain your entry and exit dates, flight number, and location of stay.
  • Employed applicants are expected to submit a letter from their employer stating their current job position, job description and expected date of resumption.
  • The currency restriction for entry and exit in Hungary is 10,000 Euros.

Business visa

  • The Hungarian business visa is a visa issued to foreigners visiting Hungary to sign business deals, for conferences and for business meetings.
  • Laotians visiting Hungary on a business visa can attend seminars, trade fairs, conferences and business exhibitions.
  • A passport not more than 10 years with a validity period of six months and two blank pages for visa stamps is required.
  • A passport-sized photograph not more than three months, 35mmx45mm in size and taken against a light coloured background.
  • A completed and signed Hungary business visa application form.
  • A letter of invitation from the Hungarian company. the letter should contain the purpose of your visit to the country and must be written in the Hungarian language.
  • A cover letter from the applicant employee is needed. The letter should be written on the company's letterhead, contain the company's seal and must be addressed to the Hungarian embassy.
  • The cover letter should include the applicant's personal details, the purpose of visit and the duration of stay in Hungary.
  • A document stating if the Hungarian business partner or the applicant employee is responsible for the traveling expenses must be provided.
  • Round trip flight tickets.
  • Proof of accommodation or hotel reservations in the country is needed.
  • Medical travel insurance of up to 30,000 euros to cover your entire duration of stay in Hungary.
  • Employment letter or a copy of your business license to show proof of employment.
  • Bank statements of the past three months or a copy of your passbook to show proof of financial status.

Medical visa

  • The Hungarian medical visa is a visa issued to foreigners visiting Hungary for medical reasons.
  • Laotians who do not get proper treatment in their home country and wish to get a good medical treatment in Hungary can apply for the Hungary medical visa.
  • Applicant's of this visa must have a passport valid for their entire duration of stay in the country, the passport must also have at least two blank visa pages for entry and exit stamps.
  • A local medical report is required.
  • A certificate showing the nature of your sickness and the duration of your medical treatment must be submitted.
  • Proof of paid medical treatment fee.
  • Proof of Financial coverage for your medical treatments and your entire duration of stay in the country.
  • Applicants who do not intend to stay in the medical institution must provide evidence of accommodation arrangements in Hungary.
  • Document showing proof of comprehensive health or medical insurance.

Where to apply

Hungary embassy & visa application centers in Laos.

Vientiane

AddressNo. 041, Unit 04, Hongkaikeo Village Chanthabouly District Vientiane, Laos
Phone(+856) 20 5552 6452
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Frequently asked questions

is Hungary a poor or rich country

Hungary has transitioned from a centrally planned economy to a market economy and is considered a high-income country by the World Bank. Hungary's top trading partners include Germany and Austria.

How do they dress in Hungary

Hungarians generally wear modern Western-style clothing. Casual wear in the cities includes jeans, T-shirts, and sweatshirts. Pantsuits are popular with both men and women for casual and more formal occasions. Traditional dresses are worn in some rural areas.

What food is Hungary famous for

  • Hungarian famous food includes: Fisherman's soup (Halászlé) similar to fish paprikash, but with more water, Goulash (Gulyás), Chicken Paprikash (Csirke paprikás), Hungarian Lecsó, Sólet, Lángos (the Hungarian street food), Sponge Cake (Somlói Galuska) and Fröccs.

What is the main industry in Hungary

Hungary is the largest electronics producer in Central and Eastern Europe. The country's main industries include food processing, pharmaceuticals, motor vehicles, information technology, chemicals, machinery, electrical goods, and metallurgy. In 2014, Hungary welcomed 12.1 million international tourists.

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