Republic of the CongoHungary: Visa required

Republic of the CongoHungary

Do Republic of the Congo passport holders need a visa for Hungary?

Visa required

Yes. Republic of the Congo 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 of2026-10-14

Distance5,769 km, straight line (~7h 17m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Hungary138 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Hungary passport holders visiting Republic of the Congo: Visa required.

Visa-free alternatives near Hungary

Republic of the Congo passport holders can visit these nearby destinations without a visa in advance:

San Marino

Other visa-free destinations for Republic of the Congo passport holders

See all Republic of the Congo destinations →

Frequently asked questions

Do Republic of the Congo passport holders need a visa for Hungary?

Yes. Republic of the Congo passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Hungary.

How far is Hungary from Republic of the Congo?

About 5,769 km in a straight line, roughly ~7h 17m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Hungary?

Hungarian forint (HUF).

What is the emergency number in Hungary?

104 / 105 / 107 / 112.

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 Republic of the Congo passport holders visit without a visa instead of Hungary?

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 Republic of the Congo

The Republic of the Congo, also known as Congo-Brazzaville, the Congo Republic or simply Congo, is a country located on the western coast of Central Africa to the west of the Congo River. It is bordered to the west by Gabon, to the northwest by Cameroon, to the northeast by the Central African Republic, to the southeast by the Democratic Republic of the Congo, to the south by the Angolan exclave of Cabinda, and to the southwest by the Atlantic Ocean.

CapitalBrazzaville

RegionMiddle Africa

Population6.5M

Area342,000 km²

CurrencyCentral African CFA franc (1 USD ≈ 586.73 XAF)

LanguagesFrench, Kikongo, Lingala

Calling code+242

Drives on theright

TimezoneBrazzaville (UTC+1)

Nearest airportMaya-Maya International Airport (BZV), 3 km

Emergency number117 / 118

UNESCO sites2

Income levelLower middle income

GDP per capita$2,515 (2025)

Tourist arrivals158K (2018)

Climate in Brazzaville

Warmest March, coolest July, driest July, sunniest July. Best time to visit: May, June, July, August, September, October, December.

Monthly climate normals for Brazzaville, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	29.8°C	23.3°C	227mm	284h
February	30.1°C	23.4°C	241mm	248h
March	30.7°C	23.7°C	252mm	282h
April	30.3°C	23.8°C	350mm	260h
May	29.8°C	23.4°C	119mm	300h
June	29.2°C	21.3°C	17mm	313h
July	29.6°C	20.4°C	1mm	332h
August	29.8°C	21.7°C	30mm	257h
September	30.7°C	22.6°C	44mm	279h
October	30°C	22.8°C	171mm	269h
November	29°C	22.8°C	281mm	259h
December	28.6°C	22.8°C	206mm	241h

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

The Republic of the Congo is a country in Central Africa. It is commonly referred to as Congo-Brazzaville to distinguish itself from its giant neighbour, the Democratic Republic of the Congo (Congo-Kinshasa).

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Odzala National Park
Sangha Trinational

Upcoming public holidays

November 1, 2026Toussaint

November 28, 2026Jour de la République

December 25, 2026Noël

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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 center.

CapitalBudapest

RegionCentral Europe

Population9.5M

Area93,028 km²

CurrencyHungarian forint (1 USD ≈ 324.52 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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