Archive · 18 Sep 2025
Hungary Reinstated in US Visa Waiver Program
The United States is allowing Hungarian citizens to visit the US for tourism or business without a visa again.
This is because Hungary has improved its security measures, which had previously caused the US to limit travel.
The change means Hungarians can now apply for the ESTA program, allowing multiple entries for up to two years, after a period of restrictions.
This decision is seen as a sign of better relations between the two countries, especially with the Trump administration.
However, there are other trade and political disagreements between the two countries.
The US reinstated Hungary in the Visa Waiver Program after security reforms.
Hungarian citizens can now apply for two-year, multiple-entry ESTA travel.
The move signifies improved diplomatic relations between the US and Hungary.
Restrictions were imposed due to concerns over passport issuance and verification.
The previous restrictions have been lifted following Hungary's actions.
- Who
- The United States and Hungary
- What
- Reinstatement of Hungary's full participation in the US Visa Waiver Program
- When
- Announcement on September 17, restrictions lifted by US government.
- Where
- United States and Hungary
- Why
- Due to Hungarian security reforms.
- Program
- US Visa Waiver Program
- Eligibility
- Hungarian citizens
- Travel
- Tourism or Business
- Duration
- Up to 90 days
- Restriction Lifted
- Passport and Identity Verification Concerns
- Validity
- 2-year, multiple-entry ESTA travel