Hungary•EuropeFamily Reunification Residence Permit
At a Glance
Processing Time
30-60 days
Application Fee
Free
Stay Duration
Up to 3 years
Renewable
Yes
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Residence permit for family members (spouse, children) of third-country nationals or Hungarian citizens residing in Hungary. Valid for up to 3 years.
The Family Reunification Residence Permit allows spouses and dependent children of third-country nationals or Hungarian citizens residing in Hungary to join them. The sponsor must have an established residence in Hungary with adequate accommodation and financial means.
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Requirements
Personal
Passport Validity
3 months
Criminal Record Policy
Clean record required
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
With blank pages and 3+ months validity
Marriage/birth certificate
Proof of family relationship (official certified copy)
Sponsor's residence permit
Copy of sponsor's valid residence permit
Sponsor's proof of accommodation
That there is adequate space for family member
Sponsor's financial proof
Demonstrating ability to support family member
Health insurance
Valid in Hungary
Accommodation proof
Shared with sponsor or separate arrangement
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Advantages
- Unifies families in Hungary
- Free residence permit
- Renewable with sponsor's residence
- Can lead to permanent residency
- Access to healthcare and social services
Considerations
- Dependent on sponsor's residence status
- Requires adequate accommodation
- Sponsor must have stable financial means
- Relationship must be maintained
- Divorce/separation terminates permit within 30 days
- May require proof of sufficient funds
Application Process
Sponsor must have residence
Sponsor (main applicant) must have valid residence permit in Hungary
Gather family documents
Collect marriage certificate, birth certificates, proof of relationship
Apply at embassy
Family member applies at Hungarian embassy in their country
Obtain D visa
Receive D visa for family reunification
Travel to Hungary
Enter Hungary within 3 months of visa issue
Register residence
Register at local directorate with sponsor within 15 days
Receive residence permit
Obtain family reunification residence permit
Application Forms
Family Reunification Application
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