Travel Vaccines and Advice for Hungary

Yes, some vaccines are recommended or required for Hungary. The CDC and WHO recommend the following vaccinations for Hungary: hepatitis A, hepatitis B, rabies, tickborne encephalitis, meningitis, polio, measles, mumps and rubella (MMR), Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis), chickenpox, shingles, pneumonia and influenza.

COVID-19 vaccination is recommended for travel to all regions, both foreign and domestic. Check with your local Passport Health clinic if immunization is offered in your area.

Infections not commonly found in North America, like measles and pertussis are in Europe. While there is no active outbreak in Hungary, make sure you’re protected before you go.

Visit our vaccinations page to learn more. Travel safely with Passport Health and schedule your appointment today by calling or book online now.

You do not need a tourist visa to travel to Hungary for stays of up to 90 days. A passport with at least three months’ validity after planned departure is required for entry.

Hungary Entry Requirements
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Sources: Embassy of Hungary and U.S. State Department

The climate in Hungary fluctuates between hot, mild and cold.

Summers can be quite hot, with July being the warmest month and temperatures rising as high as the mid-90’s. Rainfall is light, but well distributed throughout the year. Thunderstorms sometimes occur in the later parts of the day.

Winters can be very cold when the temperatures in the teens, with January being the coldest month. South Hungary is a little warmer. But, it experiences snowfall in the Winter along with the rest of the country. Due to Bora (cold, powerful northeasterly winds) winters are colder, especially in the mountains. The country can occasionally experience snowstorms.

While Hungary is part of the European Union, it is still developing in many ways.

It is important to carry your passport with you at all times. Police may require you to show documentation to confirm your identity.

Be particularly careful on trains between Budapest and Vienna as there are regular reports of pick-pocketing on them. Foreigners have been drugged for robbery or sexual assault. Do not accept food or drink from anyone other than a server and keep your wits about you.

Remember not to walk alone at night and always keep your belongings secure. The U.S. State Department recommends that travelers only use metered taxis. This helps avoid shaky arrangements with taxi drivers on an un-metered fare.

Lake Balaton is a popular tourist destination in Hungary. It is a beautiful place with clear water and great views of the surrounding area. People visit the lake for many reasons including outdoor activities like swimming and sunbathing. The lake is also a great place to try water sports like windsurfing, sailing, and fishing.

Visitors can also explore the area around the lake, which has charming towns and villages. Each has historic buildings, local crafts and traditional Hungarian food. Wine lovers can tour vineyards and wineries to taste some of Hungary’s best wines.

Families with kids can have fun at amusement parks, water parks, and adventure parks around the lake. Visitors can also relax and unwind at the lake by soaking up the sun on the beach or getting a spa treatment at one of the many wellness resorts.

Lake Balaton is a great place to visit in Hungary for people of all ages who are looking for adventure, culture, or relaxation.

When you travel to Hungary, it is important to pack the right things.

You will need comfortable shoes because you will do a lot of walking. Depending on the time of year you visit, you will need warm clothes for cold weather or light clothes for warm weather.

Bring a power adapter for your electronic devices and any medicine you need. You should also bring a camera to take pictures, a travel guidebook to help you plan your trip, and cash and credit cards for purchases.

Hungary has many thermal baths and hot springs, so bring a swimsuit and towel if you want to take a dip. You may also want to buy travel insurance to protect yourself from unexpected events.

Finally, bring a reusable water bottle to save money and help the environment.

All Americans visiting Tunisia should register online with the U.S. Department of State before departure. This will inform the office of your travel plans within the country and will allow them to reach out in the case of an emergency or evacuation.

Once in Hungary, the information for the U.S. Embassy is:

U.S. Embassy Budapest
Szabadság tér 12
H-1054 Budapest, Hungary
Phone:(36-1) 475-4400

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, some services may be limited or not available. It’s important to check the embassy’s website for the latest information.

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