How much does a Hungary student visa cost?

For a Hungary student visa, the consular fee is €110. Reduced or waived amounts apply to: Study residence permit (national D) consular fee — €110; Short study mobility Schengen visa (under 90 days) — €90; Enter Hungary administrative service fee — €60; EU/EEA/Swiss family member — free; VFS UK service fee — €30. National study residence permit carries a higher consular fee than a short-stay visa, plus a separate OIF administrative service fee paid through Enter Hungary. Study mobility under 90 days uses the EUR 90 Schengen fee. Visa application centres such as VFS Global, BLS, TLScontact or Capago charge their own service fee on top.

How long does a Hungary student visa take to process?

A decision on a Hungary student visa typically takes around 30 days from the appointment date, though peak season, additional document requests and consulate workload can extend this. Apply as early as the rules allow.

What documents are required for a Hungary student visa?

The Hungary consular network lists: Completed application form and the relevant OIF appendix; Valid passport with photocopy and blank visa pages; One recent passport photo; Letter of admission or enrolment certificate from a Hungarian institution; Proof of paid tuition where applicable; Proof of accommodation (dormitory confirmation or tenancy agreement); Proof of sufficient funds for the study period; Comprehensive health insurance; Criminal record certificate for stays over 90 days; Proof of UK residence status. Some items are mandatory and others only advisable — the EU Visa Compass checklist tool flags which is which.

Can I apply for a Hungary student visa from the United Kingdom?

Yes. We list 1 submission point in the UK for Hungary, with addresses and notes, on this page. If you live elsewhere, use the consulate covering your country of residence — the requirements themselves stay the same.

Hungary student visa: requirements, fee and processing time

This page covers the Hungary student visa — used for enrolling on a course, degree programme or exchange semester. Every field below is taken from our editor-verified country record and reflects what the Hungary consular network publishes for applicants of any nationality. You apply in the country where you legally reside, so exact centres and service fees can differ locally.

Consular fee

€110

Typical decision

30 days

Appointments

Outsourced center

Where to apply for a Hungary student visa

Short study mobility under 90 days: VFS Global UK for the Embassy of Hungary, London. Studies over 90 days: residence permit for study, lodged via VFS and decided by the National Directorate-General for Aliens Policing (OIF) through the Enter Hungary platform.

Required documents

Completed application form and the relevant OIF appendix
Valid passport with photocopy and blank visa pages
One recent passport photo
Letter of admission or enrolment certificate from a Hungarian institution
Proof of paid tuition where applicable
Proof of accommodation (dormitory confirmation or tenancy agreement)
Proof of sufficient funds for the study period
Comprehensive health insurance
Criminal record certificate for stays over 90 days
Proof of UK residence status

Turn this list into a tick-off checklist on the checklist page, which also flags which items are mandatory and which are only advisable.

Fees, reductions and exemptions

Study residence permit (national D) consular fee€110— Confirm the current amount with VFS or the Embassy
Short study mobility Schengen visa (under 90 days)€90— Exchange and short programmes
Enter Hungary administrative service fee€60— Paid electronically to OIF
EU/EEA/Swiss family memberFree— Directive 2004/38/EC
VFS UK service fee€30— For the in-person appointment

National study residence permit carries a higher consular fee than a short-stay visa, plus a separate OIF administrative service fee paid through Enter Hungary. Study mobility under 90 days uses the EUR 90 Schengen fee.

Booking an appointment

Book biometrics via VFS Global; for the residence permit route you or your institution must also open a case on enterhungary.gov.hu so evidence can be filed electronically alongside the in-person appointment.

Practical tips

Register on enterhungary.gov.hu as soon as your admission is confirmed - the institution files supporting evidence there in parallel with your VFS appointment, which is what actually moves the OIF decision along.

What is unusual about the Hungary process

The decision is taken by OIF in Hungary, not the London consulate: VFS only collects the file and biometrics, and most correspondence arrives through Enter Hungary.

Official sources

If you are applying from the United Kingdom

London — Consulate General of Hungary in London
35 Eaton Place, London SW1X 8BY
All Hungarian visa categories; book through the official consular appointment portal.

Applying from somewhere else? Use the consulate that covers your country of legal residence — the requirements above still apply.

Updated today against official Hungary consular sources. Requirements can change without notice — always confirm before you travel.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a Hungary student visa cost?: For a Hungary student visa, the consular fee is €110. Reduced or waived amounts apply to: Study residence permit (national D) consular fee — €110; Short study mobility Schengen visa (under 90 days) — €90; Enter Hungary administrative service fee — €60; EU/EEA/Swiss family member — free; VFS UK service fee — €30. National study residence permit carries a higher consular fee than a short-stay visa, plus a separate OIF administrative service fee paid through Enter Hungary. Study mobility under 90 days uses the EUR 90 Schengen fee. Visa application centres such as VFS Global, BLS, TLScontact or Capago charge their own service fee on top.
How long does a Hungary student visa take to process?: A decision on a Hungary student visa typically takes around 30 days from the appointment date, though peak season, additional document requests and consulate workload can extend this. Apply as early as the rules allow.
Where do I apply for a Hungary student visa?: Short study mobility under 90 days: VFS Global UK for the Embassy of Hungary, London. Studies over 90 days: residence permit for study, lodged via VFS and decided by the National Directorate-General for Aliens Policing (OIF) through the Enter Hungary platform. You always apply through the mission or application centre that covers your country of legal residence.
What documents are required for a Hungary student visa?: The Hungary consular network lists: Completed application form and the relevant OIF appendix; Valid passport with photocopy and blank visa pages; One recent passport photo; Letter of admission or enrolment certificate from a Hungarian institution; Proof of paid tuition where applicable; Proof of accommodation (dormitory confirmation or tenancy agreement); Proof of sufficient funds for the study period; Comprehensive health insurance; Criminal record certificate for stays over 90 days; Proof of UK residence status. Some items are mandatory and others only advisable — the EU Visa Compass checklist tool flags which is which.
How do appointments work for a Hungary student visa?: Appointment model: Outsourced center. Book biometrics via VFS Global; for the residence permit route you or your institution must also open a case on enterhungary.gov.hu so evidence can be filed electronically alongside the in-person appointment.
Can I apply for a Hungary student visa from the United Kingdom?: Yes. We list 1 submission point in the UK for Hungary, with addresses and notes, on this page. If you live elsewhere, use the consulate covering your country of residence — the requirements themselves stay the same.

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