Hungary · Digital Nomad Visa

White Card – residency for digital nomads

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✓ Verified against the official government source · Last verified 2026-06-21 · Our methodology
4.5/10 diff
Moderate

Requirements verified against the official government source.

Min income
€3,000/mo
Processing
21+ days
Path to PR
No
Job offer
Not required

At a Glance

Visa Duration
12 months
Processing Time
21+ days
Min Income
€3,000/mo
Path to PR
No
Difficulty
4/10 — Moderate

Eligibility Requirements

RequirementDetails
Job Offer RequiredNo
Sponsorship RequiredNo
Health Insurance RequiredYes

Financial Requirements

ItemAmount
Minimum Income€3,000/mo

Family & Rights

RightDetails
Path to Permanent ResidencyNo

Related Pathways

Cost of Living

Budapest
Single (monthly)€637
Family (monthly)€2,730
Rent 1BR (center)€447
Groceries€159
Transport pass€38
Debrecen
Single (monthly)€582
Family (monthly)€2,093
Rent 1BR (center)€228
Groceries€146
Transport pass€35
Szeged
Single (monthly)€582
Family (monthly)€2,093
Rent 1BR (center)€228
Groceries€146
Transport pass€35

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the White Card – residency for digital nomads?

The White Card – residency for digital nomads is an immigration pathway offered by Hungary. It falls under the Digital Nomad Visa category.

What are the financial requirements for the White Card – residency for digital nomads?

Applicants need minimum income of €3,000/mo. Additional costs may include relocation expenses, insurance, and document attestation.

Can the White Card – residency for digital nomads lead to permanent residency?

No — this is a temporary pathway and does not itself lead to permanent residence. Holders often switch to a different route to pursue settlement.

Are there alternative pathways to Hungary?

Yes. Hungary offers 11 other immigration pathways. Compare all options on our Hungary country page.

What is the cost of living in Hungary?

Monthly costs for a single person in city center: Budapest: €637/mo; Debrecen: €582/mo; Szeged: €582/mo. These include rent, groceries, transport, and utilities.

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Official source

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Data last verified: 2026-06-21 · See our methodology

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