How much does a Hungary work visa cost?

For a Hungary work visa, the consular fee is €110. Reduced or waived amounts apply to: Employment / Guest Worker residence permit — €110; Enter Hungary administrative service fee — €60; EU/EEA/Swiss family member of a worker — free; VFS UK service fee — €30. National employment or guest worker permit consular fee plus a separate OIF administrative service fee via Enter Hungary. Visa application centres such as VFS Global, BLS, TLScontact or Capago charge their own service fee on top.

How long does a Hungary work visa take to process?

A decision on a Hungary work visa typically takes around 45 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 work visa?

The Hungary consular network lists: Application form and the relevant OIF appendix, signed in blue ink; One recent passport photo; Valid passport with 2+ blank pages, valid 3+ months beyond the stay; Employment contract or job offer from a Hungarian-registered employer; Evidence of the employer's preferential employer status or the applicable work permit documentation; Proof of qualifications relevant to the role; Proof of accommodation in Hungary; Health insurance; Criminal record certificate; Proof of sufficient means of subsistence. Some items are mandatory and others only advisable — the EU Visa Compass checklist tool flags which is which.

Can I apply for a Hungary work 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 work visa: requirements, fee and processing time

This page covers the Hungary work visa — used for taking up employment with a local employer. 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

45 days

Appointments

Outsourced center

Where to apply for a Hungary work visa

Employment and Guest Worker residence permits under the 2024 immigration reform, lodged via VFS Global UK for the Embassy of Hungary, London, after the Hungarian employer has filed on Enter Hungary.

Required documents

Application form and the relevant OIF appendix, signed in blue ink
One recent passport photo
Valid passport with 2+ blank pages, valid 3+ months beyond the stay
Employment contract or job offer from a Hungarian-registered employer
Evidence of the employer's preferential employer status or the applicable work permit documentation
Proof of qualifications relevant to the role
Proof of accommodation in Hungary
Health insurance
Criminal record certificate
Proof of sufficient means of subsistence

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

Employment / Guest Worker residence permit€110— National D-type fee; confirm current figure
Enter Hungary administrative service fee€60— Paid electronically to OIF
EU/EEA/Swiss family member of a workerFree— Directive 2004/38/EC
VFS UK service fee€30— For the London biometric appointment

National employment or guest worker permit consular fee plus a separate OIF administrative service fee via Enter Hungary.

Booking an appointment

The employer, preferential employer or qualified work agency opens the case on Enter Hungary first; only then can you book a VFS biometric appointment in London.

Practical tips

Confirm whether your Hungarian employer is a registered preferential employer - it determines which document set applies and materially changes OIF waiting times.

What is unusual about the Hungary process

Under the 2024 guest worker regime eligible nationalities are set by government decree and the employer must pre-register on Enter Hungary; you cannot start the process yourself.

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 work visa cost?: For a Hungary work visa, the consular fee is €110. Reduced or waived amounts apply to: Employment / Guest Worker residence permit — €110; Enter Hungary administrative service fee — €60; EU/EEA/Swiss family member of a worker — free; VFS UK service fee — €30. National employment or guest worker permit consular fee plus a separate OIF administrative service fee via Enter Hungary. Visa application centres such as VFS Global, BLS, TLScontact or Capago charge their own service fee on top.
How long does a Hungary work visa take to process?: A decision on a Hungary work visa typically takes around 45 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 work visa?: Employment and Guest Worker residence permits under the 2024 immigration reform, lodged via VFS Global UK for the Embassy of Hungary, London, after the Hungarian employer has filed on Enter Hungary. You always apply through the mission or application centre that covers your country of legal residence.
What documents are required for a Hungary work visa?: The Hungary consular network lists: Application form and the relevant OIF appendix, signed in blue ink; One recent passport photo; Valid passport with 2+ blank pages, valid 3+ months beyond the stay; Employment contract or job offer from a Hungarian-registered employer; Evidence of the employer's preferential employer status or the applicable work permit documentation; Proof of qualifications relevant to the role; Proof of accommodation in Hungary; Health insurance; Criminal record certificate; Proof of sufficient means of subsistence. 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 work visa?: Appointment model: Outsourced center. The employer, preferential employer or qualified work agency opens the case on Enter Hungary first; only then can you book a VFS biometric appointment in London.
Can I apply for a Hungary work 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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