Last reviewed on September 12, 2024
Hungary White Card
Residence permit for remote workers to live in the EU and travel across the Schengen Area
€3,000+
Monthly income
6+ months
Obtaining period
1 year
RP validity
The White Card is the equivalent of a Digital Nomad Visa in Hungary. It grants employees and managers of foreign companies the right to obtain residency in Hungary for up to 2 years.
Applicants for digital nomad residency confirm a monthly income of at least €3,000.
A foreigner provides an employment contract with a company outside the EU and purchases or rents property in Hungary.
The White Card is issued for 1 year. It can be extended once for the same period. After two years, a foreigner is entitled to submit a new application for a residence permit.
The applicant’s relatives do not get residence permits. They can submit separate applications on different grounds.
The Hungary Digital Nomad Visa does not lead to permanent residency or citizenship.
5 benefits of a Hungary White Card
1
Moving to the European Union
Holding White Cards, foreigners can move to one of the safest and most affordable EU countries. In Hungary, rental, utilities, and medical services are twice cheaper than in Portugal or Germany.
Holding White Cards, foreigners can move to one of the safest and most affordable EU countries. In Hungary, rental, utilities, and medical services are twice cheaper than in Portugal or Germany.
2
Visa-free travel to Schengen countries
Residents of Hungary can freely enter the territory of the other Schengen countries and stay there for up to 90 days within a 180-day period.
Residents of Hungary can freely enter the territory of the other Schengen countries and stay there for up to 90 days within a 180-day period.
3
Access to banking services
Hungarian residents are allowed to open accounts and deposits and take out loans in European and international banks.
Hungarian residents are allowed to open accounts and deposits and take out loans in European and international banks.
4
Tax optimisation
Digital nomads do not pay income tax if they reside in Hungary for less than 183 days per year.
Digital nomads do not pay income tax if they reside in Hungary for less than 183 days per year.
5
Quality healthcare
Citizens of other European countries come to Hungary for dental prosthetics, plastic surgeries, and medical examinations at low prices. Healthcare quality matches that of Germany or Israel.
Citizens of other European countries come to Hungary for dental prosthetics, plastic surgeries, and medical examinations at low prices. Healthcare quality matches that of Germany or Israel.
Practical guide on the Hungary White Card
Step-by-step procedure
Requirements for applicants
Required documents
Answers to frequently asked questions
Who can get Hungary residence for digital nomads
Hungary White Card cost and fees
The applicant for a residence permit confirms a monthly income of at least €3,000 from sources outside the European Union and savings in a non-sanctioned bank.
Digital nomads also purchase or rent a property for the duration of the residence permit. The living area must be at least 6 m² per person.
Individual cost calculation for the Hungary White Card
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Required documents to obtain Hungarian Nomad Residence
Foreigners provide the following documents:
Residence permit application. It can be filled out by hand or online.
Passport with a validity period of at least 1 year.
Two photos sized 3,5 × 4.5 cm.
Employment contract with the employer or documents confirming ownership of a foreign business.
Certificate of registration of the employing company, information from the tax authorities, or other documents confirming the company’s activities.
Rental agreement for a minimum period of 12 months or a purchase agreement.
Bank statement from a non-sanctioned bank with a balance of at least €10,000.
Health insurance with a minimum coverage amount of €30,000.
Founding documents for the company: extracts from the Unified State Register of Legal Entities and Individual Entrepreneurs, if applicable. Extracts must be apostilled.
Confirmation of the ability to work remotely: for managers and sole proprietors.
Income declaration: for managers and sole proprietors.
Process of obtaining a Hungary Digital Nomad Visa
The process of obtaining a residence permit in Hungary takes about 6 months. The exact duration depends on the migration service’s workload.
The grounds also influence the process. For example, a company manager may need more time to request an extract from the Unified State Register of Individual Entrepreneurs and other documents.
1 day
Preliminary Due Diligence
Immigrant Invest conducts a preliminary check of a digital nomad before concluding a Services Agreement.
A certified Anti-Money Laundering Officer checks information on the applicant in international legal and business databases. The check helps identify potential issues that may affect obtaining a residence permit in Hungary and reduce the risk of refusal.
The Preliminary Due Diligence takes one working day and is completely confidential.
Pass a quick test and learn the nuances that can prevent you from obtaining a residence permit
Up to 1 month
Document preparation
Immigrant Invest lawyers provide a list of required documents, assist in filling out government forms, and submit the application for the White Card.
Up to 1 month
Submitting documents for a residence permit
The lawyers schedule an appointment for the applicant at the Consulate of Hungary in their country of citizenship or legal residency. The digital nomad submits documents and provides biometric data at the appointed time.
Up to 1 month
Obtaining a D visa
The D visa allows staying in Hungary for up to 30 days and is valid for three months. Within this period, one must enter the country and submit documents for the residence permit.
Up to 6 months
Obtaining a White Card
Upon arrival in Hungary, the applicant personally visits the National Directorate-General for Aliens Policing and collects the resident card.
After 1 year
Extension of residence permit for digital nomads
A digital nomad is entitled to extend their status for another year if they have been in the country for at least 90 days within 180 days.
One can turn to Immigrant Invest lawyers. They will assist in extending the card and preparing the necessary documents.
How to obtain permanent residency and citizenship in Hungary after Nomad Residence
The Hungary Digital Nomad Visa does not allow foreigners to apply for permanent residency or citizenship after the status expires.
Permanent residency is granted to those who have lived in Hungary for 3 years with a residence permit obtained on other grounds, such as investment, employment, or family reunification. To qualify, the resident has to spend at least 183 days in the country.
To apply for citizenship, a resident must live in Hungary for at least 8 years as a permanent resident. To qualify, they should not leave the country more than 45 days a year during their residency. They also need to pass a test on the Hungarian language and history.
Both permanent residency and citizenship are available to residents with the Hungary Golden Visa.
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