Hungary digital nomad visa
White Card (Feher Kartya) · Europe
Hungary offers the White Card for remote workers and digital nomads. The minimum income requirement is EUR 3,000/month net (~USD 3,250), the visa is valid for Max 1 year (extendable once, +1 year (2 years total). does not lead to permanent residence.), and the government fee is ~HUF 39,000 (~EUR 100) in person; ~HUF 24,000 (~EUR 60) online. Flat 15% PIT if Hungarian tax-resident (>183 days). No family reunification. Sole exception: children born in Hungary during validity. These figures are a dated snapshot — verify on the official government source before applying.
Source: National Directorate-General for Aliens Policing (oif.gov.hu). Data as of June 2026.
Hungary nomad visa at a glance
| Item | Hungary |
|---|---|
| Minimum income | EUR 3,000/month net (~USD 3,250) |
| Visa duration | Max 1 year |
| Renewable | Extendable once, +1 year (2 years total). Does NOT lead to permanent residence. |
| Government fee | ~HUF 39,000 (~EUR 100) in person; ~HUF 24,000 (~EUR 60) online |
| Tax for nomads | Flat 15% PIT if Hungarian tax-resident (>183 days) |
| Processing time | 21 days (standard, excluding document requests) |
| Family / dependents | No family reunification. Sole exception: children born in Hungary during validity. |
Source: National Directorate-General for Aliens Policing (oif.gov.hu). Data as of June 2026.
Income requirement
EUR 3,000/month net (~USD 3,250). Net income for the 6 months prior and throughout the stay (official OIF factsheet). Some advisers also cite a ~EUR 10,000 bank balance.
Requirements & eligibility
Remote work for an employer outside Hungary or shares in a profitable non-Hungarian company; must not work in Hungary or hold a Hungarian-company share; health insurance; accommodation; clean record.
Tax for digital nomads in Hungary
Flat 15% PIT if Hungarian tax-resident (>183 days).
Tax is the single most variable part of nomad life. Whether you owe tax in Hungary depends on how long you stay (most countries treat 183+ days as tax residency), where your income arises, your citizenship, and any double-tax treaty with your home country. This is general information, not tax advice — confirm with Hungary's tax authority and a cross-border tax professional.
Family & dependents
No family reunification. Sole exception: children born in Hungary during validity.
Processing time
21 days (standard, excluding document requests).
Data quality for Hungary
Verified against an official government source. Verified against the official Hungary source. Figures are a snapshot as of June 2026; income thresholds in particular change (several are tied to local minimum or average wages and recalculated yearly). See our methodology.
Frequently asked questions
What is the income requirement for the Hungary digital nomad visa?
The Hungary White Card requires EUR 3,000/month net (~USD 3,250). Net income for the 6 months prior and throughout the stay (official OIF factsheet). Some advisers also cite a ~EUR 10,000 bank balance. Figures are as of June 2026 and can change, so verify on the official government source.
How long is the Hungary digital nomad visa valid, and can I renew it?
The initial validity is Max 1 year. Extendable once, +1 year (2 years total). Does NOT lead to permanent residence..
How much does the Hungary digital nomad visa cost?
The government fee is ~HUF 39,000 (~EUR 100) in person; ~HUF 24,000 (~EUR 60) online. This excludes lawyer, translation, apostille and insurance costs, which vary.
Do digital nomads pay tax in Hungary?
Flat 15% PIT if Hungarian tax-resident (>183 days). This is general information, not tax advice — verify with Hungary's tax authority and your home country, because your liability depends on tax residency and where your income arises.
Can my family join me on the Hungary nomad visa?
No family reunification. Sole exception: children born in Hungary during validity.
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Last updated: 2026-06-20