How to Apply for a Hungary Long Stay Visas?
A Hungary Long Stay Visa, also known as a D visa, is required for foreign nationals intending to stay in Hungary for more than 90 days. This visa is typically granted for purposes such as studying, working, family reunification, or other long-term stays. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you through the application process.
1. Determine Your Visa Type
The type of long-stay visa you need depends on the purpose of your stay. Common visa categories include:
- Work Visa
- Student Visa
- Family Reunification Visa
- Research Visa
- Business Visa
2. Gather Required Documents
You will need to provide various documents based on the purpose of your stay. Commonly required documents include:
- Valid Passport (with at least two blank pages and valid for 3 months beyond your intended stay)
- Visa Application Form (fully completed and signed)
- Passport-sized Photographs (as per Hungary's visa photo requirements)
- Proof of Purpose of Stay (admission letter, employment contract, invitation from family, etc.)
- Proof of Financial Stability (bank statements, scholarship confirmation, salary slips)
- Health Insurance (valid for Hungary and the Schengen area)
- Accommodation Proof (rental agreement, dormitory confirmation, etc.)
- Criminal Record Certificate (if required)
3. Book an Appointment
You must schedule an appointment at the nearest Hungarian consulate or embassy to submit your application in person. Check the official consulate website for available appointment slots.
4. Submit Your Application
At your appointment, submit the required documents and provide biometric data (fingerprints). Ensure you bring both originals and copies of all documents.
5. Pay the Visa Fee
The fee for a Hungary long-stay visa varies depending on the purpose of the visa. Ensure that you pay the visa fee at the consulate or embassy at the time of application submission.
6. Wait for Processing
Visa processing times can vary, but it generally takes 30-60 days. Make sure to apply well in advance of your planned travel date. You can track your application status online or by contacting the consulate.
7. Collect Your Visa
Once approved, you will be notified to collect your visa. Upon arrival in Hungary, you will also need to register for a Residence Permit within 30 days.
D visa - Long-term stay in Hungary
An applicant, wishing to enter to the territory of Hungary for a long-term (over 90 days) stay may submit an application for a residence permit at the competent Hungarian mission. In case of a positive decision, the applicant will receive D-type visa which entitles the visa holder to enter to the territory of Hungary within 3 months of the date of issue of the visa in order to receive his/her residence permit.
The rules of long-term stay over 90 days are determined by each Member State's own national legislation.
From 20 May 2011, D type visa applicants have to provide their biometric data – including fingerprints - at the time of submitting the application. Children under the age of 6 and those who are physically unable to give fingerprints are exempted from the fingerprinting obligation.
The applicant must submit the application in person. The passport and the decision on the residence permit application can be collected by a representative, presenting an authorization letter duly signed by the applicant and certified by notary public.
The grounds for applying a residence permit may be:
- Guest self-employment
Detailed information and application form with inset: http://oif.gov.hu/index.php?option=com_k2&view=item&layout=item&id=2234&Itemid=2459&lang=en
- Guest investor
Detailed information and application form:
http://oif.gov.hu/index.php?option=com_k2&view=item&layout=item&id=2312&Itemid=2513&lang=en
- Seasonal employment
Detailed information and application form with inset: http://oif.gov.hu/index.php?option=com_k2&view=item&layout=item&id=2218&Itemid=2443&lang=en
- Employment for the purpose of implementing an investment
Detailed information and application form with inset: http://oif.gov.hu/index.php?option=com_k2&view=item&layout=item&id=2184&Itemid=2411&lang=en
- Employment
Detailed information and application form with inset: http://oif.gov.hu/index.php?option=com_k2&view=item&layout=item&id=2190&Itemid=2416&lang=en
- Residence permit for guest workers
Detailed information and application form with inset: http://oif.gov.hu/index.php?option=com_k2&view=item&layout=item&id=2233&Itemid=2458&lang=en
Note, that only certain citizens may apply but nationals of Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal and Sri Lanka are not listed.
- Hungarian Card
Detailed information and application form with inset: http://oif.gov.hu/index.php?option=com_k2&view=item&layout=item&id=2249&Itemid=2474&lang=en
- EU Blue Card
Detailed information and application form with inset: http://oif.gov.hu/index.php?option=com_k2&view=item&layout=item&id=2238&Itemid=2463&lang=en
- Intra-corporate transfer
Detailed information and application form with inset: http://oif.gov.hu/index.php?option=com_k2&view=item&layout=item&id=2230&Itemid=2455&lang=en
- Research or (long-term) mobility of researchers
Detailed information and application form with inset: http://oif.gov.hu/index.php?option=com_k2&view=item&layout=item&id=2197&Itemid=2422&lang=en
- Corporate card
Not applicable yet.
- National Card
Only applicable for nationals of Serbia and Ukraine
- Pursuing studies or student mobility
Detailed information and application form with inset: http://oif.gov.hu/index.php?option=com_k2&view=item&layout=item&id=2226&Itemid=2452&lang=en
- Seeking a job or starting a business
Not applicable for Embassy since valid residence permit for studies or research in Hungary is required.
- Training
Detailed information and application form with inset: http://oif.gov.hu/index.php?option=com_k2&view=item&layout=item&id=2248&Itemid=2473&lang=en
Traineeship
Detailed information and application form with inset: http://oif.gov.hu/index.php?option=com_k2&view=item&layout=item&id=2242&Itemid=2467&lang=en
- Official
Detailed information and application form with inset: http://oif.gov.hu/index.php?option=com_k2&view=item&layout=item&id=2244&Itemid=2469&lang=en
- White Card
Detailed information and application form with inset: http://oif.gov.hu/index.php?option=com_k2&view=item&layout=item&id=2241&Itemid=2466&lang=en
- Posted work
Not applicable for Embassy since it requires valid residence permit issued by an EU member state.
- Medical treatment
Detailed information and application form with inset: http://oif.gov.hu/index.php?option=com_k2&view=item&layout=item&id=2211&Itemid=2437&lang=en
- Voluntary service
Detailed information and application form with inset: http://oif.gov.hu/index.php?option=com_k2&view=item&layout=item&id=2213&Itemid=2439&lang=en
- Residence permit for reasons of Hungarian national interest
Detailed information and application form with inset: http://oif.gov.hu/index.php?option=com_k2&view=item&layout=item&id=2243&Itemid=2468&lang=en
- Family reunification
Detailed information and application form with inset: http://oif.gov.hu/index.php?option=com_k2&view=item&layout=item&id=2205&Itemid=2430&lang=en
