MaldivesHungary: Visa required

MaldivesHungary

Do Maldives passport holders need a visa for Hungary?

Visa required

Yes. Maldives passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Hungary.

A visa must be obtained in advance, typically from an embassy or consulate, before travel.

Source: eur-lex.europa.eu (checked September 3, 2026).

RequirementVisa required

Maximum stayLength of stay varies

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelYes, arrange in advance

Data as of2026-10-19

Distance7,068 km, straight line (~8h 49m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Hungary138 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Hungary passport holders visiting Maldives: Visa on arrival.

Hungary drives on the right, the opposite side to Maldives. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.

Visa-free alternatives near Hungary

Maldives passport holders can visit these nearby destinations without a visa in advance:

Other visa-free destinations for Maldives passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do Maldives passport holders need a visa for Hungary?

Yes. Maldives passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Hungary.

How far is Hungary from Maldives?

About 7,068 km in a straight line, roughly ~8h 49m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Hungary?

Hungarian forint (HUF).

What is the emergency number in Hungary?

104 / 105 / 107 / 112.

Does Hungary drive on the same side of the road as Maldives?

Hungary drives on the right, the opposite side to Maldives. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.

What time zone is Hungary in?

Budapest (UTC+2).

What is the nearest airport to Budapest?

Budapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport (BUD), about 18 km away.

How many countries can enter Hungary without a visa?

138 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Hungary visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

What nearby countries can Maldives passport holders visit without a visa instead of Hungary?

Kosovo, San Marino.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.

About Maldives

The Maldives, officially the Republic of Maldives, and historically known as the Maldive Islands, is an archipelagic country in South Asia, located in the Indian Ocean, near the southeastern boundary of the Arabian Sea. The Maldives is located southwest of India and Sri Lanka, about 750 kilometres from the Asian continent's mainland. The Maldives' chain of 26 atolls stretches across the equator from Ihavandhippolhu Atoll in the north to Addu Atoll in the south.

CapitalMale

RegionSouthern Asia

Population529.7K

Area300 km²

CurrencyMaldivian rufiyaa (1 USD ≈ 15.43 MVR)

LanguagesMaldivian

Calling code+960

Drives on theleft

TimezoneMaldives (UTC+5)

Nearest airportVelana International Airport (MLE), 3 km

Emergency number102 / 118 / 119

Income levelUpper middle income

GDP per capita$14,615 (2025)

Tourist arrivals555K (2020)

Travel guide

The Maldives are a chain of low-lying coral islands in the Indian Ocean with picture-perfect beaches, strikingly blue water, and luxury resorts. There are 200 inhabited islands and 165 islands with tourist resorts. Just under the surface of the beautiful blue ocean, there's a wealth of wildlife to see: over 2000 species of fish in all colours of the rainbow roam the clear waters around the islands.

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About Hungary

Hungary is a landlocked country in Central Europe. Spanning much of the Carpathian Basin, it is bordered by Slovakia to the north, Ukraine to the northeast, Romania to the east and southeast, Serbia to the south, Croatia and Slovenia to the southwest, and Austria to the west. Hungary lies within the Danube River's drainage basin and is dominated by great lowland plains. It has a population of over 9.5 million, consisting mostly of ethnic Hungarians (Magyars) and a significant Romani minority. Hungarian is the official language and among the few in Europe outside the Indo-European family. Budapest is the country's capital, largest city, and cultural and economic centre.

CapitalBudapest

RegionCentral Europe

Population9.5M

Area93,028 km²

CurrencyHungarian forint (1 USD ≈ 322.65 HUF)

LanguagesHungarian

Calling code+36

Drives on theright

TimezoneBudapest (UTC+2)

Nearest airportBudapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport (BUD), 18 km

Emergency number104 / 105 / 107 / 112

UNESCO sites9

Income levelHigh income

GDP per capita$25,907 (2025)

Tourist arrivals31.6M (2020)

Climate in Budapest

Warmest August, coolest January, driest January, sunniest April.

Monthly climate normals for Budapest, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	3.1°C	-3°C	17mm	127h
February	9.8°C	1.3°C	40mm	214h
March	11.9°C	2.3°C	45mm	259h
April	18.4°C	5.6°C	21mm	369h
May	19.8°C	9.9°C	35mm	328h
June	23.8°C	15.8°C	157mm	321h
July	27°C	16.9°C	104mm	362h
August	28.8°C	18.6°C	57mm	362h
September	24.4°C	13.8°C	59mm	320h
October	15.6°C	8.2°C	99mm	167h
November	8.2°C	3°C	23mm	111h
December	5.6°C	1.7°C	44mm	81h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Hungary is a small landlocked country in central Europe, at a historical crossroads between the Balkans and the Great Eurasian Steppe. Its capital city, Budapest, boasts Habsburg architecture, and ornate Turkish bathhouses remnant of its Ottoman past, while its villages preserve strong folk traditions. Straddling the Peri-Carpathian Steppe and the Carpathian Mountains, Hungary offers a diverse range of landscapes, from relatively low mountain ranges and thermal hot springs, to the Great Plain in the east, along with a variety of lakes and rivers. The vast Lake Balaton is a key destination for Hungary's warm summers.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Budapest, including the Banks of the Danube, the Buda Castle Quarter and Andrássy Avenue
Caves of Aggtelek Karst and Slovak Karst
Early Christian Necropolis of Pécs
Fertö / Neusiedlersee Cultural Landscape
Hollókő
Hortobágy National Park
Neusiedl Lake
Pannonhalma Archabbey
Tokaj Wine Region Historic Cultural Landscape

Upcoming public holidays

October 23, 2026Nemzeti ünnep

November 1, 2026Mindenszentek

December 25, 2026Karácsony

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