🇭🇺 Hungary · Student
Residence Permit for the Purpose of Studies — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Proof of savings | €2,000 |
| Health insurance | Required (valid in-country) |
| Age range | 18–35 |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €150 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 12 months. Does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Documents
- Certificate of admission from the educational institution
- Document verifying student status
- Proof of linguistic knowledge for studies (e.g. language certificate, diploma in foreign language, or other credible means)
- Agreement or admission certificate with the Hungarian higher education institution (for student mobility)
- Proof of payment of tuition fees
- Statement by education establishment of academic advancement (for extension)
- Proof of means of subsistence: bank statement, income documents, or notarised declaration of support
- Declaration of Hungarian address on the application form
- Document proving health insurance or ability to cover healthcare costs
- Proof of exit conditions: valid passport and return ticket or funds (for exit)
- Parental consent (if applicant is a minor)
- 1 facial photograph
Who can apply
Open to all nationalities.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://oif.gov.hu/factsheets/residence-of-the-student-pupil.
- Typical processing: ~15 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.
“Visto de estudante = residência TEMPORÁRIA pela duração dos estudos; a fonte não confere residência permanente (PR via rota pós-estudo separada). not_applicable. Programa: – wishes to reside in Hungary to participate in **a preparatory course** organised by the **higher education institution**.”
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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.