Individuals in possession of a biometric passport are permitted to remain within the Schengen area for a period of up to 90 days without the requirement of a visa. During this time, they have the option to apply for temporary protection in Hungary. In the absence of a biometric passport, the Hungarian border police will undertake a verification process involving the inspection of other documents to ascertain the individual’s identity. These documents can include a national passport or other valid identification documents such as a marriage certificate, birth certificate, or any other appropriate document, a valid residence permit, or a visa. In the event that a person is granted entry to Hungary, they will be issued a renewable temporary residence permit for a duration of 30 days. This document will permit them to remain within the country legally and to submit an application for temporary protection in Hungary. In accordance with the provisions stipulated in the Council Implementing Decision, the TP Decree establishes the following criteria for eligibility for temporary protection: Ukrainian nationals residing in the territory of Ukraine prior to 24 February 2022; stateless persons and nationals of third countries other than Ukraine who benefited from international protection (for example, having refugee status) or equivalent national protection in Ukraine before 24 February 2022; and family members of persons referred to the above-mentioned groups (see below for the definition).