Hungary : Visa and immigration

Do I need a visa and/or work permit?

UK, EU or EEA member state citizens with a valid passport do not need a visa or a residence permit for stays of less than 90 days. If, however, you wish to stay for longer than 90 days, you will need to submit a residence permit application.

If you are not a citizen of an EU member state, contact the Hungarian Embassy in the country where you are (a list of Hungarian embassies is available at Embassies Worldwide ) to find out about visa regulations.

It is important to check with the Embassy of the Republic of Hungary in London  or the Ministry for Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Hungary for up-to-date information.

How do I apply for a visa and/or work permit?

If you are a UK, EU or EEA member state citizen with a valid passport you do not need a visa or residence permit for stays of less than 90 days.

If you want to spend more than 90 days within half a year in Hungary, you have to apply for a residence permit. You are advised to contact the Embassy of the Republic of Hungary in London  explaining your situation if you wish to apply for a residence permit.

To apply for a student visa you need a certificate of enrolment from the institution you will be studying at and evidence of your accommodation in Hungary. Check with the Hungarian Embassy for details.

If you are not a UK national, contact the Hungarian embassy in the country where you are currently residing about how to obtain visas and work permits. If you are living in the UK, go to the Hungarian Embassy.

You might also find it helpful to contact your ministry of foreign affairs (or your own embassy if you are not living in your home country) to ask whether there are any issues to be taken into account when considering working in Hungary.

How do I apply for permanent residency?

To apply for a residence permit you are advised to contact the Embassy of the Republic of Hungary in London  explaining your situation.