Residence Permit

Students who are third-country nationals can obtain a residence permit if they have full time legal student relationship with a registered Hungarian public educational institution working in line with the public education information system. The same rules are applied in the case when third country nationals wish to stay in Hungary in order to carry on full time studies organized by a state-recognized higher education institution, or to participate in a preparatory course for studies organized by a state-recognized higher education institution and can prove to meet the language skill requirements.

How much time will it take to get my visa

Student visa requirements for Hungary vary, therefore it's important to enquire well in advance about the entry regulations which apply to your home country. To receive a student visa for Hungary, you must first have an offer from a Hungarian university. You can only apply for your student visa prior to your departure from the Hungarian Consulate or Embassy that has jurisdiction in your state or country of permanent residence. Processing a visa usually takes around one month, but could be longer so make sure you apply as early as possible to avoid any unnecessary complications.

Hungary student visa process

Accept an offer to study at a Hungarian university

Contact your nearest Hungary embassy or consulate to arrange for your type D visa appointment (no more than three months before your program starts)

At the embassy or consulate provide a completed application form, passport, biometrics and application fee of €60

Provide any necessary proof of your educational background and finances

Wait up to a month, and receive a decision on your visa

Travel to Hungary and collect your residence permit within 30 days

Requirements for a Hungary student visa and residence permit

When applying for a visa or residence permit to study in Hungary you may need the following:

University acceptance letter

Proof of any money sent to the university for fees or accommodation

Passport

Proof of finances

Translated and certified education transcripts

An English language proficiency test score

Health insurance

Details of your accommodation arrangements in Hungary

Requirements for a Hungary student visa and residence permit

University tuition fees in Hungary

Compared to the rest of Western Europe, tuition fees in Hungary are very affordable. Tuition fees vary depending on school and program for international students. Often medicine and dentistry are among the more expensive options with tuition fees are between €10,000 to €16,000 while other less specialized programs can be as low as €3,500.

Are you thinking about working in Hungary during your studies?

Some of you might decide to work part-time during your studies or in the summer holiday to finance your living costs or to gain valuable work experience. Currently, depending on your citizenship, there are different rights and obligations.?

If you are a student coming from an EEA state (member states of the EU and Norway, Switzerland, Iceland, and Lichtenstein), there is no limitation regarding the working hours and you need to hold a registration card.

If you are a citizen of a country that is not part of the European Economic Area (non-EEA state), you can be employed during your studies with a residence permit for study purposes and work 24 hours a week during your study period, or 90 days or 66 working days outside your study period.

Reasons for finding a job during your studies:>

employers provide flexible working hours and conditions for students (part-time, 4 or 6 hours / day)

you can finance your living alongside your monthly stipend

you gain work experience

Are you thinking about working in Hungary during your studies?

Accommodation

As a rule, you can expect one of three types of accommodation to be available to you as a student in Hungary:

University accommodation, sometimes graduate residences will be available. It is unlikely that there will be provision for couples or families. These will cost around €60 to €110 per month.

Shared private accommodation is quite common. It can be more expensive but depends on the area of the city you live in. You can expect to pay between €160-220 for a room in a shared flat plus utilities.

Living on your own is the most expensive option but if you are bringing a spouse or family to Hungary whilst your studying, it may be the best option. Expect to pay upwards of €315 plus utilities for a one bedroom flat.

If you are a non-EU student and are living in a privately-rented flat, make sure you ask the landlord for a Certificate of Property Ownership (issued within 30 days) from the Land Registry Office. This document costs approximately €20 and it will be required when you apply for a residence permit at the Immigration Office.

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