Beginning November 17, 2008, Hungarian citizens intending to visit the United States for tourism or business for up to 90 days are eligible to travel under the Visa Waiver Program (VWP) if all the following requirements apply:
The traveler is in possession of a valid Hungarian e-passport with an electronic chip. The Hungarian e-passport has a reddish cover, while the older non-electronic passport covers are blue. Travelers with the blue passports and valid visa may continue to travel.
The traveler is holding a return or onward ticket to his or her country of residence. If traveling on an electronic ticket, a copy of the itinerary must be carried for presentation to U.S. immigration at the port of entry.
The traveler has a valid authorization from the Department of Homeland Security’s Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) website. Please print your authorization and carry it with you when you travel. Note: A Hungarian translation of the ESTA website is expected to be available before the end of the year. In the interim, an informal translation is available here.
Please check whether you are eligible to travel under the Visa Waiver Program: VWP checklist (pdf)
Important reminder:
Visa-free travel does not include those who plan to study, work or remain more than 90 days in the United States. Such travelers need visas. If an immigration official has reason to believe that a VWP traveler is going to study, work or stay longer than 90 days, the officer will refuse to admit the traveler.
Should you have any difficulties filling out the application forms, feel free to contact the American Corner!
