Last updated 2025-05-21
Digital Nomad visa
Visa overview
Description of the visa, its purpose, conditions, peculiarities of issuance, and guidelines for utilization.
Granted to third-country nationals who possess a professional qualification, professional athletes or coaches, performers, and individuals employed in a film production business registered under the Motion Picture Act.
The primary characteristics that define the conditions for obtaining and using a visa. These conditions may vary depending on the individual circumstances of the applicant and the decision of the immigration authorities of the country.
from 1 month to 1 year
Validity period
The period during which the visa remains valid and can be used for entry into the country. The validity period or expiration date is indicated directly on the visa itself.
A long-term visa for the purpose of collecting a residence permit is issued for a duration of 365 days, allowing a maximum stay of 30 days. During this period, the visa holder must visit the relevant regional office of the National Directorate-General for Aliens Policing, based on the location of the applicant's intended accommodation to obtain the residence permit and register their accommodation.
1 month
Length of stay
The maximum duration for which one is permitted to stay in the country continuously from the date of entry.
During this period, the visa holder must visit the relevant regional office of the National Directorate-General for Aliens Policing to obtain the residence permit and register their accommodation. The validity period of Hungarian Card is limited to a maximum of 3 years.
Not applicable
Extension of stay
The extension of the maximum duration of stay in the country initially permitted by the visa, subject to approval by the immigration authorities. This is typically processed within the country without the need for departure.
A long-term visa for the purpose of collecting a residence permit cannot be extended. The residence permit is extended for a period of 3 years.
single-entry
The possibility of entering the country only once during the visa's validity period. After departure from the country with such a visa, re-entry is not possible, even if the visa's validity period has not yet expired.
Number of entries
A parameter specifying the number of times the visa holder can enter the country during its validity period. Visas can be single-entry, multiple-entry, or with a specified number of entries.
The visa is issued for a single entry.
from 15 days to 3 months
Processing time
The period during which the immigration authorities review the application and make a decision regarding the issuance of the visa. Only business days are counted, excluding weekends and public holidays.
The processing time for visa applications varies depending on the purpose of the application. Under standard circumstances, processing is completed within 15 to 45 days from the date of submission. The processing time may be extended to 90 calendar days, in cases that require a detailed assessment.
€110
Consular fee
A fee levied for the processing and evaluation of an application. This charge is non-refundable under any circumstances. In certain instances, the payment of supplementary fees may be required.
Fees may be waived or vary depending on the applicant's nationality, marital status, age, and specific purpose of the visit. Students awarded a scholarship under the Stipendium Hungaricum program, funded by the Hungarian government, are exempt from the visa fee. Consular fee is the official charge for processing a visa application by an embassy or consulate of the country and does not include any additional payments that may be required depending on the place and method of submission, such as visa center fees, the cost of permits or other documents, postal or courier delivery, and others.
A list of documents required for visa application. The exact list depends on the chosen visa type, the purpose of the visit, and the individual conditions of the applicant.
The essential minimum documents required for a visa application, such as a passport or visa application form. These are necessary regardless of the location, method, or conditions of the application.
Photograph
Taken in the last six months, passport-size, colored, clean, and meeting other standards according to ICAO photo guidelines.
Passport
Issued less than 10 years ago, with a validity period exceeding the duration of the residence permit by at least three months and with at least two blank pages.
Visa application form
Official long-term visa application form, completely filled and signed by the applicant.
Appendix
Appendix for a visa application form.
Documents that specify, substantiate, and confirm the purpose of the visit, as well as provide necessary information about the applicant and their future activities in the country.
Employment contract
Preliminary agreement or a valid work contract established for an employment requiring higher professional qualification.
Proof of qualification
Certificate of higher education or professional qualifications required for the job specified in the preliminary agreement or work contract (not applicable for a professional sportsperson, professional coach, performer, or film producer).
Agreement between companies
If the employment was established on the basis of an agreement concluded between an employer established in a third country and a Hungarian employer in order to fulfil an agreement, the agreement between the entities must be attached.
Proof of a company's operation
For owners and executives. Detailed statement of the economic activity, certificate from the tax authority stating that the company is not liable for taxes and contributions, it is not subject to execution or liquidation proceedings. Evidence confirming the company has fulfilled its obligations relating to the declaration of all its employees to the immigration authorities and the payment of taxes and contributions.
Documents required vary depending on individual circumstances, specific visa conditions, the place, and the method of application.
Receipt of fee payment
Confirmation of the visa application processing fee.
Evidence of the conditions of departure
A valid passport, or a permit required for a foreign national to return to their country of origin or residence, and valid tickets for the intended journey or sufficient funds to cover the travel expenses.
Travel health insurance
The applicant must provide a copy of the social security card issued by the Hungarian authorities, business health insurance policy entitling the applicant to full health care and a certification confirming the payment of the insurance, a statement of bank account balance to cover healthcare expenses.
Proof of financial mean
Preliminary agreement, proof of income issued by the tax authority for the previous year, certificate on regular income issued by the employer, bank account statement, an account statement on savings or stocks and bonds, bank balance statement.
Proof of accommodation
A residential lease contract, document proving the ownership of the applicant's apartment in Hungary, documentary evidence to verify the reservation of accommodation and payment, a certificate of accommodation provided by the employer.
Documents for minor children
Documentary evidence confirming the applicant's parent or legal guardian has consented to their stay in Hungary. The parental consent must be provided in a private or authentic instrument with full probative value.
*Foreign official documents must be apostilled and legalized in accordance with the regulations of the country whose consular or diplomatic mission they are being submitted to. Additionally, they must be accompanied by a certified translation into the official language of that country or into English, unless otherwise specified by the mission's requirements.
**Prior to submitting the documents, it is strongly advised to verify the specific procedures and requirements with the relevant mission.
The minimum criteria that each visa applicant must meet. If these criteria are not met, justifications and convincing evidence of intent to visit the country must be provided.
Clear purposes of the visit and documents confirming them, in accordance with the visa conditions.
The applicant does not pose a threat to public order, internal security, public health or international relations of the country.
Insurance policy for the entire period of stay, meeting the minimum mandatory or recommended requirements for the country.
Valid permanent resident status or proof thereof; all preliminary procedures for visa application have been completed.
The characteristics of a visa according to its classification by types, categories, and visit purposes. These are selected by the applicant during the application process, typically indicated on the visa application form and reflected in corresponding annotations on the visa itself.
Category code
A letter-based or alphanumeric code for a specific visa category, indicating its conditions or serving as an abbreviated name. This code is typically found on the visa or visa stamp.
D
Type of visa
The primary purpose of the visa and the conditions under which it is issued. This typically includes several general categories of visas and/or visit purposes based on the type of activity or reasons for entering the country.
Long-term / national
Category
The classification within a visa type that specifies more specific conditions, characteristics of obtaining, and using the visa. Categories may vary in terms of duration, stay conditions, and the rights granted by the visa.
Employment
Links to official resources upon which the information presented on the website is based. Information portals of government bodies or diplomatic representations of the country responsible for visa issuance and immigration policy in general.
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terranusuppor@outlook.comValidity period
The period during which the visa remains valid and can be used for entry into the country. The validity period or expiration date is indicated directly on the visa itself.
from 1 month to 1 year
Consular fee
A fee levied for the processing and evaluation of an application. This charge is non-refundable under any circumstances. In certain instances, the payment of supplementary fees may be required.
€110
