Hungary→Israel
Hungary to Israel
Can children travel on this route?
Travellers under 18 need a letter of parental consent to travel to Israel. Have that letter available for authorities.
What should I do before I travel?
Before you travel, arrange an ETA (electronic travel authorisation) at an Israeli embassy or consulate. Because Israel maintains representation in Hungary, you can apply for the ETA without leaving Hungary.
Make sure your passport is valid for at least 3 months beyond your date of entry. You may use either an ordinary passport or a temporary passport.
Purchase travel insurance before departure: travel insurance is a condition of entry to Israel.
What happens at the border?
On arrival you may be required to show proof of sufficient funds for your stay and proof of a return flight. Be prepared to present those documents to the border officer.
Arrival registration is required both online and on arrival at the airport. Complete the online arrival registration at https://israel-entry.piba.gov.il/ before or as instructed, and follow the on-arrival registration steps at the airport.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a visa to travel to Israel?
Hungarian citizens require an ETA (electronic travel authorisation) to travel to Israel for tourism.
What kind of permission do I need?
The required permission is an ETA (electronic travel authorisation). You must obtain that ETA before travel.
Where do I apply for the ETA?
You must apply for the ETA at an Israeli embassy or consulate. Israel has diplomatic representation in Hungary, so you can apply without leaving the country.
How long must my passport be valid and which passports are accepted?
Your passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond your date of entry into Israel. Both ordinary passports and temporary passports are accepted travel documents.
Do I need travel insurance?
Travel insurance is a condition of entry to Israel; you must have travel insurance for your trip.
What documents might the border officer ask to see?
On arrival you can be asked to show proof of sufficient funds for your stay and proof of a return flight; have those documents ready for the border officer.
Where can I check the official rules?
When was this last checked?
Our checker last confirmed these requirements on August 14, 2026. Entry rules can change without notice, so confirm against the official source below before you travel.
Before you travel
- 1Apply before you travel
Apply before you book. Processing times vary, and a refusal cannot be appealed at the border.
Apply on the official site - 2Check your passport
Your passport must stay valid for 3 months beyond your trip.
- 3Carry proof of funds for your stay
Money for the Stay and Proof of Return Flight
- 4
- 5Travelling with a child
Letter of Parental Consent
- Save your embassy’s contact
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