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Taiwan (Chinese Taipei) to Hungary visa requirements

No visa needed. Taiwan ordinary passport holders (with a national ID number printed in the passport) can enter Hungary and the rest of the Schengen Area visa-free for tourism for up to 90 days within any 180-day period. ETIAS is not yet required as of mid-2026. Hungary is a member of the Schengen Area, and since 11 January 2011 holders of ordinary Taiwanese passports have been exempt from the Schengen short-stay visa. As of 30 May 2026 a Taiwan passport holder can travel to Hungary for tourism, business, family visits or transit without a visa for up to 90 days in any rolling 180-day period. The exemption applies only to ordinary passports that contain the holder's national ID (identity card) number; emergency/temporary passports issued without an ID number do not qualify and require a visa. The passport must have been issued within the previous 10 years and remain valid for at least 3 months beyond the planned departure date from the Schengen Area. The 90-day allowance is shared across ALL Schengen countries combined, not per country. ETIAS (the European Travel Information and Authorization System) is a future pre-travel authorization for visa-exempt nationals; per the EU it is not yet in operation and is expected to launch in late 2026, after which a small online authorization will be required before travel. Until ETIAS officially starts, no advance application is needed. Travelers should still carry proof of onward/return travel, accommodation and sufficient funds, as border officers may ask.
VISA-FREETOURISMMULTIPLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30
For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30
Visa type
Visa-free (Schengen short-stay exemption)
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days in any 180-day period
per entry
Entries
Multiple
from issue date
Visa fee
0 (ETIAS approx. EUR 7 once it launches, late 2026)
consular fee only
Processing time
None required (no application before travel)
standard track
Validity
Passport valid at least 3 months beyond departure; issued within previous 10 years
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm your passport qualifies
You must hold an ordinary Taiwan (ROC) passport that shows your national ID number on the data page. Emergency or temporary passports without an ID number are NOT exempt and need a Schengen visa.
· Ordinary passport· ID number required
/02
Check passport validity
Ensure the passport was issued within the last 10 years and will be valid for at least 3 months after your intended date of departure from the Schengen Area.
· 3 months validity· 10-year rule
/03
Track your Schengen day count
Confirm you will not exceed 90 days within the rolling 180-day period across all Schengen countries combined. Use the EU Schengen short-stay calculator if unsure.
· 90/180 rule· All Schengen combined
/04
Prepare supporting documents
Gather proof of onward or return travel, hotel bookings or an invitation, travel insurance and evidence of sufficient funds. Border officers may request these on arrival.
· Return ticket· Funds proof
/05
Monitor ETIAS status
Check travel-europe.europa.eu before you fly. ETIAS is not yet required but is expected to launch in late 2026; once live you must obtain the authorization online before departure.
· ETIAS pending· Late 2026
/06
Enter Hungary and get stamped
On arrival, present your passport for an entry stamp. Keep entry/exit stamps as proof of your compliance with the 90-day limit.
· Passport stamp· Keep records
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items
Personalized checklist
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RequiredOrdinary Taiwan passport showing national ID number
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredPassport valid at least 3 months beyond departure date
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredPassport issued within the previous 10 years
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredStay does not exceed 90 days per 180-day period (all Schengen)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RecommendedProof of onward or return travel
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RecommendedProof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation)
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
recommended
RecommendedEvidence of sufficient funds for the trip
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
recommended
RecommendedTravel/medical insurance valid in the Schengen Area
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
OptionalETIAS authorization (only once it launches, expected late 2026)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
optional
RecommendedTwo blank passport pages for entry/exit stamps
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
recommended
ConditionalOfficial application form or online application
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
Visa-free routes usually do not require a visa form; submit any arrival card or authorization if required.
RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary
Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it
Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.
RecommendedTravel medical insurance
Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates
Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.
Application link included: Hungarian Trade Office Taipei - Schengen Visa
Open link
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Schengen short-stay visa0Not required for ordinary Taiwan passport holders
ETIAS travel authorizationEUR 7Not yet in effect; expected late 2026. Free for under-18 and over-70 applicants
Passport renewal (if needed, Taiwan)TWD 1,300Only if your passport does not meet validity rules
Total estimate0EUR 7incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

ETIAS online (future)
Minutes to 96 hours
Once ETIAS launches (expected late 2026), apply online before travel; most approvals are near-instant but allow up to 96 hours.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
EU-wide visa waiver for Taiwan
Since 11 January 2011 the EU has granted Taiwanese ordinary passport holders Schengen short-stay visa exemption, covering Hungary.
High
/02
Hungary is in the Schengen Area
Hungary applies the common Schengen entry rules, so the Taiwan visa waiver applies directly.
High
/03
Tourism within 90-day limit
Short tourist visits fall squarely within the permitted visa-free purposes and duration.
High
/04
Passport lacks national ID number
Emergency/temporary passports without an ID number are not exempt and require a visa.
Low
/05
Exceeding 90/180 or long stay
Stays beyond 90 days or for work/study require a national visa or residence permit, not the waiver.
Medium
/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01
Immigration
Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.
/02
Customs
Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.
/03
Connectivity
Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.
/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024
2026-05-30
Taiwan to Hungary route verified
Confirmed visa-free Schengen short-stay status for ordinary Taiwan passport holders against the EU EEAS Taiwan delegation; ETIAS noted as not yet operational, expected late 2026.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Taiwan passport holders need a visa for Hungary?
No. Holders of ordinary Taiwan passports containing a national ID number can enter Hungary and the rest of the Schengen Area visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180-day period.
How long can I stay?+
Does my passport need to show my ID number?+
Do I need ETIAS now?+
How valid must my passport be?+
Can I work or study in Hungary visa-free?+
/11 — Passport tools

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