Embassy of the United States

Non-Immigrant Visas

Overview and Contact Information

What is a Non-Immigrant Visa?

Non-immigrant visas are for citizens of other countries coming to the United States temporarily. This visa allows you to request permission from an immigration inspector to enter the United States. It does not guarantee entry into the United States.  

Who Needs a Non-Immigrant Visa?

A non-immigrant visa is required by anyone seeking temporary admission into the United States for tourism, business, work or study. Hungarian citizens and citizens of other countries that participate in the Visa Waiver Program are eligible to travel without a visa if they meet certain requirements. For detailed information on visa-free travel, please visit our Travel on the Visa Waiver Program page.

Contact Information

E-mail: usconsular.budapest@state.gov

Telephone:

• Visa information line and appointments:  06-90-603-703
  (weekdays 8:00 a.m.- 06:00 p.m.; each call costs HUF 400.00 + VAT/minute)
  The above number is only available inside Hungary, from landline phones and from all cellular networks (Pannon, T-Mobile, and Vodafone).
• Pending cases only: (36-1) 475-4400 (2 p.m. - 4 p.m. local time)

Mailing/Street Address:

Non-Immigrant Visa Unit
U.S. Embassy
Szabadság tér 12.
H-1054 Budapest
Hungary

Public Hours:

• By appointment: Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday, 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
• Non-Immigrant Visa Unit is closed on Hungarian and American holidays.

Last updated: 11/19/2009