
The residence permit for work in Hungary grants major benefits.
Residence permit for the purpose of work
This Hungarian immigration permit is basically identical to a work permit for Hungary. It is repeated here under its formal name (the residence permit for the purpose of work), since it falls under a type of residence permit.
Visa Type:
Residence permit for the purpose of work.
What is this used for?
- Those whom are non-EU citizens/nationals who wish to work in Hungary based on employment relationship.
- Those whom wish to perform work individually for a compensation (independent contractor, consultant).
Do you meet the criteria?
The applicant will need to verify the work purpose by submitting employment contract or preliminary agreement with future employer on establishing employment relationship. In case of individually performed work activities the document to be submitted is agency, consultancy etc.
You will need:
Contract, the labour contract or other employment agreement needs to meet certain criteria and therefore advised to be prepared by professionals. Depending on various factors, the application can be submitted in the country of citizenship (Hungarian embassy or in certain cases consulate, depending on the current country of residence) or while being in Hungary already, at the competent regional directorate of the immigration authority.
Depending on various factors, the application can be submitted in the country of citizenship (Hungarian embassy or in certain cases consulate, depending on the current country of residence) or while being in Hungary already, at the competent regional directorate of the immigration authority.
Estimated time line for application for this visa: Within 70 days you will receive approval. (Possibly shorter should there be no additional requests).
Do you have the following?
- Sufficient funds for duration of stay either through
- Bank account balance.
- Sufficient income from abroad.
- Sufficient accommodation by establishing a Hungarian residential address (rental agreement, statement from owner entitling to stay free of charge, proof the applicant himself/herself owns residential property in Hungary)
- Appropriate all-around health insurance coverage.
This visa allows you to:
- You may be gainfully employed in Hungary.
- Unrestricted entry and longer term stay (90 days within any 180 day period may be spent in Schengen countries (Please note you may not work in these Schengen countries)
Validity
The validity of the permit is up to 3 years, or in case it’s processed in unified procedure up to 2 years, in both cases they are renewable. This permit does not allow you to work in other Schengen countries.
How can we help you?
- Legal assistance.
- Assistance in compiling the necessary documentation.
- Mandatory attachments – Advising on the contents in question.
- Representing the client in the process with power of attorney. (If applicant is required to appear in person we will inform you and assist in this matter. If applicant is required to do so this would be only once)
- Official translations of mandatory documentation.
We also offer additional immigration services
- Health insurance – We will search and sources options for you.
- School – We will find the appropriate schooling you require.
- Residential – We would assist in the house-hunt and relocation process.