🛂 OVERVIEW
Country
🇭🇺 Hungary
Visa Name
White Card
Local Name
Fehér Kártya
Program Type
Formal dn visa
Status
Active
Initial Duration
12 months
Max Duration
24 months
Income Requirement
EUR 3,000/mo
(~$3,240 USD)
· EUR 36,000/yr
Application Fee
$119
Tax Status
Standard
📋 REQUIREMENTS
Health Insurance
Required
Criminal Record Check
Required
Accommodation Proof
Required
Proof of Employment
Required
Degree Required
Not required
Savings Requirement
$10,800
💼 WORK RULES
Local Work Allowed
No
Freelancer Eligible
Yes
Employee Eligible
Yes
Work Permit Included
No
👨👩👧 FAMILY & DEPENDENTS
Dependents Allowed
No
💰 TAX DETAILS
Tax Status
Standard
Tax Rate
15.0%
Foreign Income Taxed
Yes
Tax Residency Trigger
183 days
📝 HOW TO APPLY
Application Method
embassy, in country
Processing Time
30–180 days
Can Apply In-Country
Yes
Multiple Entry
Yes
Schengen Access
Yes
Can Open Bank Account
Yes
Renewable
Yes
📝 NOTES
Launched November 2021. Individual residence permit only; no family reunification allowed (exception: child born in Hungary can get residence permit). Must demonstrate savings of EUR 10,000 plus EUR 3,000/mo income. Must rent or purchase property in Hungary (min 12-month rental). Passport must be valid for 6+ months after visa expiry. Cannot work for Hungarian companies. Extension once for same period (total 2 years max).
🏠 ALSO IN HUNGARY
Hungary also offers these long-term residency programs:
- Hungary Guest Investor Programme (golden visa)
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