Hungary visa requirements for Malawians

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Malawians visiting Hungary

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a Hungarian Visa.

  • A Malawi passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date.
  • The passport must have 2 blank pages for the visa stamp.
  • Duly completed and signed Hungary visa application form.
  • A parent/legal guardian has to sign the form if the applicant is a minor.
  • Three passport-size photographs (4.5 x 3.5 cm) taken on a white background.
  • The travel document must be completely provided.
  • Proof of financial capability or sufficient funds for the whole duration of stay.
  • Proof of accommodation/Confirmed hotel reservations is required.
  • Copy of return flight ticket showing that the applicant has intentions of going back to Malawi.
  • Documentation showing the applicant’s ties to the home country.
  • A criminal report showing the applicant has not been engaged in any criminal activity in Malawi.
  • The criminal report must be issued and signed by the local police departments in Malawi.
  • Medical insurance that covers the whole duration of stay in Malawi is required.
  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel is required.
  • Copy of travel itinerary showing travel details, dayes of entry and exit from Malawi.
  • Applicants are to provide proof of the paid visa application fee.

Hungary Visa for Malawians

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
Tourist visa 15 business days 90 days
Business visa 15 business days 90 days

General Requirements for Hungary Visa

  • A Malawi passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date.
  • The passport must have 2 blank pages for the visa stamp.
  • Duly completed and signed Hungary visa application form.
  • A parent/legal guardian has to sign the form if the applicant is a minor.
  • Three passport-size photographs (4.5 x 3.5 cm) taken on a white background.
  • The travel document must be completely provided.
  • Proof of financial capability or sufficient funds for the whole duration of stay.
  • Proof of accommodation/Confirmed hotel reservations is required.
  • Copy of return flight ticket showing that the applicant has intentions of going back to Malawi.
  • Documentation showing the applicant’s ties to the home country.
  • A criminal report showing the applicant has not been engaged in any criminal activity in Malawi.
  • The criminal report must be issued and signed by the local police departments in Malawi.
  • Medical insurance that covers the whole duration of stay in Malawi is required.
  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel is required.
  • Copy of travel itinerary showing travel details, dayes of entry and exit from Malawi.
  • Applicants are to provide proof of the paid visa application fee.

Hungary Tourist visa Hungary Business visa

Hungary Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Applicants who intend to travel to Hungary for tourism, sight-seeing, relaxation, and recreational purposes are eligible to apply for the tourist visa.
  • Foreigners travelling to the country to visit friends and relatives should ensure they have a letter of invitation from the host. The home address and telephone number of the host should be clearly stated in the letter of invitation.
  • Events and festivals can be attended by the applicant with this visa.
  • Applicants are to submit their passport which has a validity of at least six months from the proposed date of travel. copies of previous visas should also be submitted.
  • A travel health insurance that covers the applicant's duration of stay
  • Applicants are to provide travel itinerary with dates and flight numbers specifying the entry and exit of the applicant from Hungary.
  • Proof of financial sufficiency that covers the applicant's duration of stay should be submitted.
  • Proof of hotel reservation or accommodation should be submitted.
  • For those retired, a document proving pension or other financial support is required.
  • Children under the age of 18 years should ensure they have the original copy of their birth certificate. If they are travelling without their parents, a document of consent signed by both parents should be made available.
  • Proof that you have the incentive of returning to your country at the expiration of your visa should be submitted.
  • Proof of payment of visa application fees should be provided.
  • During your time in the country, you are not allowed to seek public funds or work in Hungary.
  • You are expected to leave Hungary on or before this visa expires. 
  • The documents provided should be in Hungarian.

Hungary Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Applicants of the business visa do so with the intention of meeting up with business partners in the country for business purposes.
  • During your meeting with your partners, you can sign and negotiate contracts, attend trade fairs, conferences, and business summits in the country.
  • A letter of invitation from the company in Hungary you are meeting should be provided In the letter, the company’s address, the purpose of your visit, and the duration of your visit should be clearly stated.
  • If the applicants' expenses will  be covered by the partner company or the employer, it should be stated in the letter of invitation.
  • A letter from your parent company in Malawi stating the awareness of your leave, purpose, and duration of stay should be submitted.
  • The letter from your parent company should also contain your job description and salary scale.
  • Proof of previous trade relations between the two companies should be provided if any.
  • The original certified copy of Memorandum and Article of Association should be provided.
  • You are not allowed to be employed whilst you are in the country.
  • Holders of this visa are not allowed to seek public funds.
  • Applicants that are not citizens of Malawi applying for this visa are required to have a copy of their stay permit in Malawi.
  • Proof of paid visa application fee is required.
  • Proof of incentive of returning to your country at the expiration of your visa is required.
  • Private business owners are to submit their certificate of business registration.
  • Income Return tax for the past six months should also be submitted.
  • At the expiration of this visa, applicants are expected to leave the country.
  • Minors travelling without their parents should have a letter of consent signed by both parents. Also, the original copy of the minor’s birth certificate is required.
  • This visa is only extended in exceptional cases.

Hungary Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

9100.00 (HUF)

Business visa

9100.00 (HUF)

Hungary Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Malawi

Location

Address

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There is currently no Embassy of Hungary in Malawi, however, applicants are advised to apply at the Embassy in Dar-es-salaam, Tanzania.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How safe is Hungary?

Hungary is a safe country. However, the big amount of tourists attracts thieves. The most common types of crimes are pickpocketing and bag-snatching, particularly on public transport and on big transport and other popular places, which are often visited by tourists.

What is the most practiced religion in Hungary?

The Reformed Church, along with numerous other minor Protestant Christian denominations, forms about 13.8% of the total population of Hungary. Only about 1.8% of the people in Hungary practice Greek Catholic Christianity.

When is the best time to visit Hungary?

The best time to visit Hungary is in spring and autumn when the weather is fine, and you won't have to compete with thousands of other tourists. The high season is during the summer months between June – August when all of Europe is on holiday.

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