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Guide to apply for the Hungarian Residence Permit for Family Reunification with Third-country relative

Hungary: Residence Permit for Family Reunification with Third-country relatives

In this article I will explain you many details about the Hungarian residence permit for a Third-country national who reunites with another Third-country national family member who lives in Hungary. This residence permit is called family reunification residence permit in most countries as well as in Hungary. I will explain you the most important details such as to whom it applies, what type of family member could get it, the documents required, its validity and I will also give you some advise. Here is the first one, make sure you are very clear with all conditions and requirements and seek expert advise before submitting the application. […]

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Guide about the Hungarian residence permit for freelancers

Hungarian Freelance Residence Permit or Freelance Visa

In this article I will explain you many details about the Hungarian freelance residence permit or freelance visa. First, I will explain you in detail what it is, also what are the conditions for you to apply to it, who can apply. That should be simple, but I will also explain it. The documents required, the application process and also its validity as well as some advise. Make sure you are clear in every aspect of the application and you look for expert advise, it can sound simple to submit the application, but it is not, every country has its own specific intricacies. […]

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Hungarian general work permit: application process and requirements

Work in Hungary: guide to get the residence permit for work

In this article I will explain you many details about the Hungarian work permit or residence permit for work in Hungary. First of all, what it is, who can apply to it, where from, what are the requirements, conditions and also two common scenarios which is something crucial for your planning. First, applying from your home country and second, applying while already in Hungary. Read this guide carefully, I live in Hungary since 2006 and have seen many different experiences from friends and colleagues. I used the word planning purposedly. Do not try this process without proper planning and expert advise. […]

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Work in Hungary: how EU citizens get the registration card

How EU citizens get the Hungarian registration certificate (update 2024)

In this article I will explain to you in detail what the registration card is, but most importantly how to get it if you are moving to Hungary to work. Additionally, I will tell you what other personal documents you will need to acquire before and after you get the registration card which will allow you to pay taxes and be covered by the Hungarian universal healthcare system. Before explaining how to apply, I will explain you important definitions that will be helpful once you are in the immigration´s office website. 

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