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Hungarian Visa Centers in Kazan, Samara and Ufa to Resume Operations Soon
The Hungarian visa centers in Kazan, Samara and Ufa are temporarily closed for scheduled equipment upgrades. Their reopening is expected soon, and in the meantime applications can be submitted in other Russian cities.
Reasons for the Temporary Closure
At the end of June 2026, the Consulate General of Hungary in Kazan withdrew the permission for accepting applications at the regional visa centers. According to the consulate, the suspension is not related to any change in visa policy; it is due to scheduled technical modernization of the equipment managed by the operator VFS Global.
Current Status of the Centers
The VFS Global website states that the visa points in Kazan, Samara and Ufa are suspended until further notice. In the rest of Russia, applications are being accepted without restrictions. It is expected that once the technical work is completed, the centers will resume accepting documents.
Where You Can Submit Documents Now
While the three regional centers are on standby, applicants from the respective regions can use other locations in Russia. The most convenient options are the major cities where Hungarian visa centers operate:
- Moscow
- Saint Peterburg
- Yekaterinburg
These locations continue to accept documents as usual, allowing you to keep your travel plans on track.
Advice for Travelers from Kazan, Samara and Ufa
- Stay updated – information about the reopening is posted on the VFS Global website and the operator’s news feeds.
- Don’t delay booking – if your trip is planned in the coming weeks, it’s best to obtain the visa early by using one of the central locations.
- Consider alternative routes – in urgent cases you can submit your application in a neighboring city, provided the visa type allows it.
- Plan combined tours – Hungary is often part of Central‑European itineraries together with Austria, the Czech Republic, Slovakia and other countries, making it a popular destination among Russian travelers.
Summary
The technical suspension of the visa centers in Kazan, Samara and Ufa is a temporary measure and does not reflect any change in Hungary’s visa policy. While the centers are under renovation, documents can be submitted through the Moscow, Saint Peterburg or Yekaterinburg offices. Keep an eye on official announcements so you don’t miss the moment when applications resume in your region.
Based on materials from: trn-news.ru.
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