Hungary•EuropeGuest Worker Residence Permit
At a Glance
Processing Time
30-60 days
Application Fee
Free
Stay Duration
2 years
Renewable
Yes
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Not Specified
PR Pathway
No
This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Residence permit for third-country nationals employed by designated guest worker companies. Valid for 2 years with extension option.
The Guest Worker Residence Permit is designed for third-country nationals employed by designated guest worker companies or preferential companies in Hungary. This category has specific accommodation requirements and employment restrictions.
Annual Visa Allocation
65,000 visas per year
The annual cap is determined by the Minister of National Economy and applies to the total number of guest workers from third countries.
No lottery system
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Requirements
Eligible Nationalities
This visa is available to citizens of: BA, BR, BY, CO, GE, ID, KG, KZ, MA, ME, MK, MN, PH, RS, RU, UA, VN
Excluded Nationalities
Citizens of the following countries are not eligible: AT, BE, BG, HR, CY, CZ, DK, EE, FI, FR, DE, GR, HU, IE, IT, LV, LT, LU, MT, NL, PL, PT, RO, SK, SI, ES, SE, IS, LI, NO, CH
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
With 3+ months validity
Employment contract
From designated guest worker company
Health insurance
Valid in Hungary
Proof of accommodation
Must meet 6 m² per person minimum
Sponsor Documents
Company authorization
Proof as qualified/preferential guest worker company
Employment contract
Signed by both parties
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Advantages
- 2-year initial validity
- Renewable for additional year
- Simplified process for qualified companies
- Fixed duration planning
Considerations
- Limited to designated employers
- No dependent coverage
- Strict accommodation requirements (6 m² per person)
- Permit becomes invalid upon employment termination
- Limited extension options
Application Process
Identify guest worker employer
Find employment with qualified or preferential company
Secure employment contract
Obtain employment contract from guest worker company
Employer applies
Employer submits application via Enter Hungary
Apply for D visa
Apply for D visa at Hungarian embassy
Travel to Hungary
Enter Hungary with D visa
Register and obtain permit
Complete residence permit registration
Application Forms
Guest Worker Residence Permit Application
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