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Q: How to apply for the visa?
Ans: To apply for a Hungary visa in Qatar, you can book an appointment and visit to our Hungary Visa Application Center between 9:00 to 14:00 (Sunday-Thursday except Consular/Public Holidays) for submissions and between 15:00 to 16:30 (Sunday-Thursday except Consular/Public Holidays) for passport collection. For further details on how to complete the visa application process, applicable fees, documents required, visa application form, photo specifications and more you can refer to our website.
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Q: Do I need to come personally to submit my application?
Ans: All applicants (above 12 years old) need to submit their applications in person due to the collection of biometric data (fingerprints). Applicants below 12 years old are exempted from collection of fingerprints and hence their application can be submitted by the primary applicant.
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Q: Can you send me the application forms by mail or fax?
Ans: The application forms can be downloaded from the Hungary Visa Application Center's website. However, the Embassy of Hungary, Qatar must receive original, signed application forms.
Note: It is not possible to submit applications by post, fax or e-mail.
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Q: Can I fill in my application in a language other than English?
Ans: Application forms must be filled in English.
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Q: I am travelling with my underage child. Is it enough to prepare one set of documents for myself and mention my child's details in the same application?
Ans: Please prepare separate set of documents for each applying person. Even if underage children, where child's details are endorsed in parent's passport or he/she has their own passport have to have a separate invitation and set of applicable documents.
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Q: Should I buy my medical insurance before my visa is issued?
Ans: Yes, You must show a proof of a valid Medical Travel Insurance for the entire period of expected stay in the Schengen area and the minimum coverage amount should be 30,000 Euros.
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Q: How long will I need to wait for a decision on my application?
Ans: If documents are in order decision might take maximum (xxxxx),however The Embassy of Hungary, Qatar may keep passports longer in case it's needed for processing. In case of any questions regarding visa application the Embassy may require additional documentation from the applicant.” When the Embassy deems a visa application acceptable, we have 15 days to make a decision. If necessary, the consul may extend this period of time.
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Q: Can you explain to me why my visa was refused?
Ans: A letter that explains the reason for refusal will be sent by the Embassy of Hungary along with your passport.
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Q: If I am refused a visa, when can I re-apply?
Ans: You can re-apply at any time and your new application will be considered on its merits. You should be aware, that if there has been no significant change in your circumstances since the last refusal, or if you are unable to address the reasons for refusal, your application may be refused again. A previous refusal will not mean that any subsequent application will be refused automatically, unless you have submitted forged documents in with your application.
If you re-apply then you will have to complete the full application process again. You should follow the same set of steps outlined on our webpage.
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Q: Can I appeal, if my visa has been refused?
Ans: You can only appeal after visa refusal and once you receive the rejection, appeal needs to be submitted within 8 days. Applicants have to hand in the appeal by person, they need to bring with them a written request for appeal and can also submit more supporting documents if they want to. The fee for the appeal (C and D type) is 629 QAR.