Embassy of Hungary in Santiago, Chile; address Avenida Los Leones 2279, 7511069, Providencia; phone +56222742210. Head of mission: Edit Bucsi-Szabo. Plus 7…
Head of mission: Edit Bucsi-Szabo, Ambassador (as of 2025)
Head of mission: Mr. Jorge Baksai Marquez, Honorary Consul (as of 2015)
Head of mission: Mr. Jorge Baksai Márquez, Honorary Consul (as of 2010)
Head of mission: Dr. Alberto León Bon Washington, Honorary Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Hungary, 1 Dec 2024)
Head of mission: Washington Alberto León Bon, Honorary Consul (as of 2010)
Head of mission: Dr Luis José Godoy González, Honorary Consul (as of 2010)
Head of mission: Mr Gabriel Héctor Berczely Apor, Honorary Consul (as of 2023)
Head of mission: Mr. Eduardo Kovacs Amengual, Honorary Consul (as of 2010)
Hungary offers a rich blend of cultural and natural experiences, making it an appealing destination for Chilean travelers. With its captivating capital, Budapest, known for its luxurious thermal baths and beautiful architecture, it combines historical charm with contemporary attractions. While around 500,000 Chileans travel abroad annually, a portion may find Hungary an intriguing option to explore.
Hungary is generally considered a safe destination for tourists, including those from Chile. It ranks 14th out of 160 countries on the Global Peace Index, indicating a high level of safety compared to Chile, which ranks 62nd. In terms of safety while walking alone at night, Hungary is ranked 16th among 40 European countries, although specific data for Chile is not available. Crime statistics further support Hungary's safety profile: the murder rate in Hungary is significantly lower at 0.8 per 100,000 people compared to Chile's 3.6. Female murder rates also reflect this trend, with Hungary at 0.5 and Chile at 0.7. Regarding organized crime, Hungary has a better score in several categories, such as mafia groups (1.0 for Hungary vs. 4.0 for Chile) and arms trafficking (3.5 for Hungary vs. 5.5 for Chile). However, it is worth noting that Hungary scores higher in state crime (7.0) compared to Chile (4.5). Overall, tourists from Chile can feel relatively safe while visiting Hungary, but it's always advisable to stay informed about local conditions and exercise standard travel precautions.