HUNGARY

With high working and living standards, working in Hungary might sound like a great opportunity for many people. Working in Hungary can be an easy and quick process; however, a certain category of people needs to apply for a work visa.

To be eligible for a Hungarian work visa, you must meet all the requirements and conditions before starting the application process.

A residence permit is required for everyone who wants to work in Hungary. You can get a residence permit for different reasons such as:

  • Residence Permit for the Purpose of Seasonal Employment.
  • Residence Permit for the Pursuit of Gainful Activity.
  • Residence Permit for Employment.
  • Residence Permit for Professional Workers.

Hungary Work Visa Requirements

Submit the following documents to fully complete your Hungarian work visa application process:

  • Valid Passport. Your passport must have a minimum of two blank pages and should be valid during the time of your application. The passport should have been issued within the last ten years.
  • Hungary Work Visa Application Form. The application form depends on the type of work visa you are applying for. There are specific application forms for employment and private businesses.
  • Two passport-sized photos. Attach two colored photos. The photos must follow the Schengen Visa photo requirements. One photo must be glued to the application, and the other must be included in the documents.
  • Medical insurance. If your employee covers the medical insurance, you will have medical insurance valid for one year. The information about insurance must be included in the invitation letter from your employee.

If this information is missing, you need to provide documents proving that you have 30,000€ to cover your medical expenses.

  • Proof of accommodation. Provide the following information:
    • If you have a house/apartment in Hungary, submit the relevant documents and property document issued within the last month.
    • If you are renting a place, submit the agreement with the owner and property document not older than one month.
    • If you are staying with a relative or friend, submit an invitation letter from the apartment owner in the Hungarian language and a property document issued not more than one month before.
  • Financial status. All categories must submit a bank reference and statement of the last six months (with a notarized translation into English).

Employed:

  • An original reference from the workplace.
  • Work reference indicating your monthly income.