White Card Hungary.
(digital nomad visa)
- Replacing "one-year Schengen visa" for travel
- Can be obtained in 2 months
- The simplest EU residence permit program
Fast EU residence permit without hassles
Suitable for everyone
For a digital nomad visa, income from employment, self-employment, and sole proprietorship are all acceptable
0% tax
With a Hungarian White Card, you do not need to pay any taxes in the country
Very quickly
The entire process from the start of work to receiving a residence permit card will take 2-3 months
Replacement for Schengen
With this residence permit, you can freely travel within the Schengen Agreement countries
Minimum set of documents
No documents need to be apostilled or notarized, and no criminal record certificate or rental agreement is required
Simply renew
The residence permit is issued for one year and can be extended for another year. You are not required to transfer your income to Hungary
Requirements and features of Hungary's White Card program
- Regular remote income and bank statements for 6 months
- Ability to show a long-term contract (from one year) with clients or an employer (or other documentary evidence of income, optional)
- Ability to confirm the level and stability of income with bank statements
Who is the Hungarian White Card visa suitable for?
- Business owners
- Remote employees
- Freelancers, sole proprietors, self-employed remote workers
- You cannot move with family members on this type of residence permit. Each adult applies on their own case
- This type of residence permit does not lead to permanent residence or citizenship. If that is your goal, then you should apply here
- You can apply from your country of citizenship or your residence permit country
White card Hungary
(digital nomad Hungary)
Receive a Hungarian residence permit with IMIGRATA's support
- We guarantee you will receive a visa and residence permit.
✔ Appointment at the consulate and all communication with it
✔ Preparation of the provided set of documents for application
✔ Translation of financial documents (not notarized)
✔ Preparation of accompanying letters justifying the purpose of the move, digital nomad status, and housing rental plan
✔ Health insurance policy for visa and residence permit
✔ Booking accommodation
✔ Appointment to obtain a card in Budapest
✔ Remote support until the card is obtained in Budapest
✔ Comprehensive consultation on everyday issues related to relocation and adaptation: renting accommodation, opening a bank account, replacing a driver's license with an EU license, buying a car
- We guarantee you will receive a visa and residence permit
✔ Appointment at the consulate and all communication with it
✔ Preparation of a complete set of documents in accordance with the requirements of the Hungarian consulate for a digital nomad visa
✔ Supplementing the package with documents missing for submission
✔ Translations of financial documents (not notarized)
✔ Preparation of accompanying letters justifying the purpose of the move, compliance with the status of a digital nomad, and a housing rental plan
✔ Health insurance policy for visa and residence permit
✔ Booking accommodation
✔ Appointment to obtain a card in Budapest
✔ Remote support until you receive your card in Budapest
✔ Comprehensive consultation on everyday issues related to relocation and adaptation: renting accommodation, opening a bank account, replacing your driver's license with an EU license, buying a car
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Pay in stages
Your payments will be split in several comfortable stages for all packages over €1000
We guarantee our work
n an unlikely event your visa/residency is not granted, we will resubmit documents, offer to switch program/country free of charge, or return your money
Own team in every country we serve
Our team is not only our own experience of moving, but also years of work with hundreds of client cases of varying complexity
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Step-by-step instructions for obtaining a White Card in Hungary
1. Preparing documents
• Main application form and appendix • Valid foreign passport • One recent (within the last 3 months) photograph • Bank statements for the last 3 months • Confirmation of current bank account balance • Medical insurance policy • Proof of accommodation (rental agreement, invitation from the owner, proof of ownership, hotel/Airbnb reservation) • Proof of income for the last 6 months • Documents confirming official employment or business outside Hungary
2. Sign up for an appointment at the consulate
• Contact the Hungarian consulate in your country and make an appointment to submit your visa application
3. Submit documents to the consulate in person
• Come to the appointment with a package of documents prepared in advance
4. Paying the consular fee
We check the current fee amount (currently €110) and the payment method in accordance with the consulate's requirements
5. Awaiting approval
• The standard processing time for an application is 30 to 60 days.
• If necessary, the consulate may request additional documents. Provide them in a timely manner
• If necessary, the consulate may request additional documents. Provide them in a timely manner
6. Obtaining a Digital Nomad visa
• Once approved, you will receive your visa (valid for 1 month from the date of issue — you must enter Hungary within this period).
• If you do not enter the country within 3 months, the visa will become invalid
• If you do not enter the country within 3 months, the visa will become invalid
7. Entering Hungary
• After receiving your visa, enter Hungary
8. Make an appointment with the immigration service
- Within 30 days of entry, we will register you at the nearest office of the Directorate General for Aliens Policing (NDGAP) to submit your biometric data
9. Visit the immigration office and submit biometric data
• Provide your passport, photo, case number, questionnaire, and attachments
10. Receive a White Card (residence permit)
- Once approved, your residence permit documents will be sent by post to your address in Hungary (as specified in your application), or you can collect them in person from the NDGAP office
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Hungary. Questions and answers.
A White Card can be issued to a person who works for a company outside Hungary and performs work remotely from Hungary using digital technologies, or who owns a share in a profitable foreign company and manages it from Hungary
- Under this program, we work with any type of remote income, whether you are a company owner, entrepreneur, freelancer, or remote worker. The official income is €3,000/month, but we can help you obtain this visa even with a lower official income
This type of residence permit does not lead to permanent residence or citizenship, so there is no need to pay taxes
No, you don't need to open an account in advance. A Hungarian residence permit will allow you to open a European bank account and use it without restrictions
For a Hungarian digital nomad residence permit (white card), you will need local health insurance for 1 year. It is included in our service packages under the program
No, the White Card, or residence permit for digital nomads in Hungary, does not imply permanent residence in the country. It is a residence permit that allows you to live and work remotely in Hungary for up to two years, but does not lead to permanent residence or citizenship.
To extend your Hungarian residence permit for a second year, you need to live within the Schengen area for 183 days per year
To extend your Hungarian residence permit for a second year, you need to live within the Schengen area for 183 days per year
No, the permit can only be extended once for the same purpose
Proof of employment or business outside Hungary, proof of income (at least €3,000 per month for 6 months prior to application, although we can help you obtain a White Card with a lower income), proof of residence in Hungary, medical insurance, departure plans (valid passport, tickets or means of departure), photo
The application is submitted to the Hungarian embassy or consulate in your country of citizenship or residence
Visa processing takes between 30 and 90 days. As a rule, it takes 1.5-2 months
The White Card is issued for a period of up to one year with the possibility of a one-time extension for another year. The expiration date of the card is calculated so that the passport is valid for at least three months after the permit expires
No, during the validity period of the White Card, as well as after its expiration, you cannot apply for other types of residence permits for other purposes
Family members cannot obtain a residence permit for family reunification with a White Card holder. The exception is if a child is born to the White Card holder in Hungary; in this case, the child can obtain a residence permit for family reunification
No, this visa does not lead directly to permanent residence or citizenship. It is intended for temporary work and does not create the continuous service record required for permanent residence or citizenship
For verification, please provide bank statements and transaction history showing a stable financial position. You can add data for multiple accounts, assets (bonds, stocks), and Revolut/Wise accounts. Cryptocurrency is generally only accepted with traditional savings
Yes, you can register as a sole proprietor or a company
It is recommended to provide proof of accommodation for at least six months. It is important to demonstrate your intention to live in the country
A white card is a special residence permit for digital nomads, which allows them to legally live and work remotely in Hungary. This residence permit is intended for foreign citizens who work for foreign companies or run their own online businesses.
The White Card grants the right to live in Hungary, travel freely within the Schengen area, and enjoy the benefits of resident status. This residence permit differs from other types of permits to stay in Hungary, as it is specifically designed for digital nomads and does not require employment with local companies.
The Hungarian White Card, or digital nomad visa, is a modern program created specifically for those who work remotely and want to live in Europe. This card opens up new horizons for digital nomads: you get the right to legally reside in Hungary, work for foreign companies or run your business remotely, and travel freely throughout the European Union without having to apply for additional visas. The White Card program is ideal for those who value mobility, freedom of choice of country of residence, and the opportunity to combine work with learning about new cultures. In this article, we will take a detailed look at how the White Card works, what requirements applicants must meet, how the application process works, and what advantages it offers digital nomads in Hungary
The White Card grants the right to live in Hungary, travel freely within the Schengen area, and enjoy the benefits of resident status. This residence permit differs from other types of permits to stay in Hungary, as it is specifically designed for digital nomads and does not require employment with local companies.
The Hungarian White Card, or digital nomad visa, is a modern program created specifically for those who work remotely and want to live in Europe. This card opens up new horizons for digital nomads: you get the right to legally reside in Hungary, work for foreign companies or run your business remotely, and travel freely throughout the European Union without having to apply for additional visas. The White Card program is ideal for those who value mobility, freedom of choice of country of residence, and the opportunity to combine work with learning about new cultures. In this article, we will take a detailed look at how the White Card works, what requirements applicants must meet, how the application process works, and what advantages it offers digital nomads in Hungary