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5 programs for Hungary. Explore the options and get a free expert assessment.
Hungary's implementation of the EU Blue Card for highly qualified non-EU workers. Unlike the general employment permit, it is not restricted by nationality. It requires a qualifying job, a relevant degree or experience, and a gross salary above an annually set threshold, and it is issued for multi-year periods.
A specialised employment-based residence permit for non-EU nationals with specific professional qualifications or status, available regardless of nationality. Eligible categories are narrow, covering minister-specified professions and groups such as professional athletes and coaches, performers, and film-industry workers.
Residence permit for non-EU researchers carrying out research under a hosting agreement with an accredited Hungarian research organisation. Family members may join, and after completing the research programme the researcher may apply for a short permit to seek a job or start a business.
Hungary's combined work-and-residence permit (a single permit) for non-EU nationals in standard employment, restructured under the 2024 immigration law (Act XC of 2023). It requires a Hungarian employment contract and is subject to an annual cap; under current rules eligibility for non-graduate roles is limited to nationals of designated countries.
Hungary's residence permit for digital nomads who work remotely for an employer outside Hungary or remotely manage their own foreign-registered company. It is valid for one year and renewable once, but holders cannot work for Hungarian employers or own shares in Hungarian companies, and it does not lead to permanent residence.
The Hungarian Card is a specialised employment-based residence permit for non-EU nationals in narrowly defined professional categories, available regardless of nationality. Eligible groups include certain minister-specified professions, athletes, performers and film-industry workers.
Hungary's EU Blue Card is for highly qualified non-EU professionals with a local job offer and a salary above an annually set threshold. Unlike the standard employment permit, it is open regardless of nationality.
The White Card is Hungary's digital nomad permit for non-EU nationals who work remotely for a foreign employer or manage their own foreign-registered company. It is valid for one year and renewable once, but does not lead to permanent residence.
The Researcher Residence Permit is for non-EU researchers carrying out research under a hosting agreement with an accredited Hungarian research organisation. Family members may join, and there is a path to seek work or start a business after the programme.
The Residence Permit for Employment Purposes is Hungary's combined work-and-residence permit for non-EU nationals in standard jobs, restructured under the 2024 immigration law. It needs a Hungarian employment contract and is capped by an annual quota.
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