Hungary•EuropeHungarian Card
At a Glance
Processing Time
30-60 days
Application Fee
Free
Stay Duration
Up to 4 years
Renewable
Varies
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 highly qualified workers in specialized fields (IT, engineering, sciences, entertainment). Valid up to 4 years, extendable.
The Hungarian Card is a national work permit for highly qualified professionals in specialized sectors including IT, engineering, natural sciences, entertainment, and sports. It provides favorable conditions compared to standard work permits.
Annual Visa Allocation
65,000 visas per year
The annual quota is an aggregate limit for multiple work-related residence permits determined by the Minister for National Economy based on the average number of vacancies from the previous year; the 2024 limit is set at 65,000.
No lottery system
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Requirements
Personal
Education
Bachelor or higher
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
With blank pages and 3+ months validity
University degree
Bachelor's or equivalent in relevant field
Employment contract
From Hungarian employer
Proof of accommodation
Lease, ownership, or employer provision confirmation
Health insurance
Valid in Hungary
Employer statement
Confirming high-level position requiring qualification
OptionalSponsor Documents
Employment contract
Signed by employer and employee
Employer registration
Proof of registration in Hungary
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Advantages
- Long initial validity (up to 4 years)
- Renewable for extended periods
- Can include family dependents
- Path to permanent residency
- Covers specialized professional fields
- Faster processing than some alternatives
Considerations
- Limited to specific professional sectors
- Requires university degree
- Tied to Hungarian employer
- Requires recognized qualification
- Complex eligibility verification
- Limited job mobility initially
Application Process
Identify eligible profession
Ensure role is in eligible specialized fields (IT, engineering, sciences, entertainment, sports)
Secure job offer
Obtain employment offer from Hungarian employer
Apply for D visa
Submit D visa application at Hungarian embassy with job offer
Obtain D visa
Receive entry visa
Enter Hungary
Travel to Hungary within 3 months
Apply for Hungarian Card
Submit Hungarian Card application at regional directorate
Receive permit
Obtain Hungarian Card residence permit
Application Forms
Hungarian Card Application
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