Hungary→Russia
Hungary to Russia
Can children travel on this route?
Travellers under 18 need a notarised letter of parental consent to travel to Russia.
What should I do before I travel?
Apply for the required electronic visa (e-visa) online in advance. You may also obtain the permission through an embassy or consulate; Russia maintains an embassy or consulate in Hungary so you can apply without leaving the country.
Make sure your passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your date of entry. Carry one of the accepted travel documents for border control: a passport, a temporary passport, a national identity card or a driving licence.
Arrange travel insurance before you travel, because travel insurance is a condition of entry to Russia.
No vaccination is mandatory for entry; hepatitis A vaccination is recommended.
What happens at the border?
Arrival registration is required. You must register at the border, on arrival at the airport and online as part of the entry procedures.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a visa to travel to Russia?
Hungarian citizens require a visa to enter Russia; the required permission is an electronic visa (e-visa) that you must apply for online in advance.
What type of visa do I need and how do I get it?
The required permission is an electronic visa (e-visa). You must apply for the e-visa online before travel; the e-visa is obtained either online or through an embassy or consulate.
How long must my passport be valid for entry to Russia?
Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your date of entry into Russia.
Which travel documents can I use to enter Russia?
Accepted travel documents include a passport, a temporary passport, a national identity card and a driving licence. Carry the document you will use for border control.
Do I need travel insurance to enter Russia?
Travel insurance is a condition of entry to Russia, so you must have travel insurance in place for your trip.
Do I need any vaccinations to travel to Russia?
No vaccination is mandatory for entry to Russia. Hepatitis A vaccination is recommended.
What do minors need to travel to Russia?
Travellers under 18 must have a notarised letter of parental consent for travel to Russia.
Do I need to register when I arrive in Russia?
Arrival registration is required: you must register at the border, on arrival at the airport and online as part of the entry process.
Can I apply for the e-visa while I am still in Hungary?
You can apply for the e-visa from within Hungary because Russia maintains an embassy or consulate in Hungary; applications are possible without leaving the country.
How long is the e-visa valid for?
The validity period of an issued e-visa varies by case; do not assume a fixed duration for every application.
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 6 months beyond your trip.
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- 4Travelling with a child
Letter of Parental Consent with Notary
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