🇭🇺 Hungary · Student
Residence permit for the purpose of training — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Health insurance | Required (valid in-country) |
| Age range | 18–65 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 12 months. Does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Documents
- Admission certificate of the educational institution providing scholarship training
- Document certifying participation in the scholarship course
- Credible proof of the award of a scholarship provided by the Government or Ministry
- Official certificate of language proficiency or studies in a foreign language or other credible evidence for language skills
- Certificate from a credit institution under the applicant’s name (bank statement etc.), notarised declaration of family support, or certificate of regular income, as proof of subsistence
- Proof of ownership or use of property suitable for habitation (lease contract, courtesy accommodation, proof of property ownership, reservation/payment for accommodation)
- Proof of health insurance or coverage of healthcare costs
- Valid passport
- Valid ticket for return/onward travel or proof of sufficient funds for travel
- If minor, proof of parental or legal guardian consent
- One facial photograph
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://oif.gov.hu/factsheets/residence-permit-for-the-purpose-of-training.
- Typical processing: ~21 days.
Frequently asked
Does this visa lead to permanent residence?
No — it does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Do I need health insurance?
Yes — valid health insurance in the country is required.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-22.