Hungary – Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions Advisory Issued April 15, 2026

There were no changes to the advisory level or risk indicators. Advisory summary was updated.

Exercise normal precautions in Hungary.

Advisory Summary

Hungary is generally a safe destination for travelers.

Most crimes against foreigners are crimes of opportunity, like purse snatching and pickpocketing, especially in tourist areas and major train stations in Budapest. This includes passport theft on the trains between Budapest, Vienna, and Bratislava.

• Review our travel guidance for Hungary to learn how to prepare for a safe trip.

If you decide to travel to Hungary:

• Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to get important updates and alerts from the U.S. embassy or consulate.  Enrolling helps the U.S. embassy or consulate contact you or your emergency contact in an emergency.
• Review the Country Security Report for Hungary.
• Follow the Department of State on Facebook and X/Twitter.
• Visit the CDC page for the latest Travel Health Information related to your travel.
• Whether you’re a first time or frequent traveler, use the International Travel Checklist.
• We highly recommend that you buy travel insurance before you travel. Check with your travel insurance provider about evacuation assistance, medical insurance, and trip cancelation coverage.

Source: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/traveladvisories/traveladvisories/hungary-travel-advisory.html
Originally Published: April 15, 2026