✈️ Heading to Hungary? We've gathered some tips from the bunq community to make sure your trip is the smoothest it can be. 😎
Check them out below! 🌈 👇
Using your card
💳 Do I need cash in Hungary, or can I use my card everywhere?
Most places accept card, expecially in areas like Budapest.
It's always a good idea to have some cash on you as a backup, just in case.
💰 What currency do they use here?
The currency here is Forint. The symbol is Ft or HUF
🏧 Which ATM’s can I use for free?
The bunq community has reported that all major bank ATM's here are free to use. 🎉
💵 If I want cash, how much should I take out of an ATM?
15.000 HUF should be enough for a few days, since you can use your card for nearly everything. Don't worry, that's only about €45.
💳 Should I choose local currency or Euros when paying?
If you're asked to choose between local currency and Euros, always choose local currency.
That way bunq does the conversion for you, and you get to take advantage of the best rates with bunq ZeroFX.
Staying connected
📱 Can I roam, or should I get a local SIM?
All EU mobile plans should let you roam for free.
If you don't have an EU plan, you can learn about your local SIM card options here.
Useful things to know
💁♀️ How does tipping work?
It is normal to tip in Hungary unless you're unhappy with the service. A normal tip is 10% of the meal price.
If you can, tip in cash. It has a better chance of going to the service staff instead of the management.
Service charges that get automatically added are becoming more common. One bunqer reported they were charged a 20% service charge without being asked recently.
If a service charge is added to your bill, there's no need to tip.
🍺 How much does a 0.5L beer cost?
€1,20
🍽 How much does an average meal cost?
€5,50
🚨 What’s the emergency number?
112
🔌 What type of plug do they use?
This one! It’s the standard European plug.
🚗 What side of the road do they drive on?
They drive on the right side of the road here.
🗺 How do I navigate my way around?
Google and Apple Maps both work well in Hungary.
Otherwise, we recommend Rome2Rio as the best way to find out how to get anywhere. It even tells you the cost of each option. 🙌
👀 Any other good tips?
- Hungry in Hungary? Make sure you try some Goulash, it's their national dish! 🍽
Travel Perks
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If you've been to Hungary 🇭🇺 share your experience! The following would be really useful for other bunqers to know:
- Which ATMs are free to use?
- What card should I use and where?
- Any other info you think may be useful.
Share your experience with us in the comments below! 🌈 👇
