EU Blue Card in Hungary

One documented route of this kind in Hungary, with its conditions, documents, official government fees and process.

EU Blue Card

Permit for highly qualified third-country workers meeting a salary threshold, with EU-wide mobility benefits.

Processing time: 21-day examination, 70-day cap; intra-EU mobility cases decided within 30 days (+30 once)
Validity: Up to 4 years, extendable by 4 years
Language requirement: None
Permanent residence: EU Residence Card after 2 years in Hungary + 5 years total in the EU

Employment contract of at least 6 months requiring high qualifications
Tertiary qualification OR (managers/IT) at least 3 years relevant experience in the prior 7 years
Salary meeting the annual threshold (2026: HUF 1,001,048/month general; HUF 800,838 specified health roles)
Comprehensive health insurance and Hungarian address declaration

Valid passport required
Employment contract (at least 6 months) required
Tertiary qualification OR proof of 3 years relevant experience (managers/IT) required
Income proof meeting the salary threshold required
Hungarian address declaration required
Comprehensive health insurance required
One facial photograph required

1

Secure qualifying contract

Contract of at least 6 months requiring high qualifications and meeting the salary threshold.
2

Apply

Apply at a consulate, via Enter Hungary, or by the employer with written consent.
3

Biometrics

Provide biometrics within 15 days of receipt.
4

Decision

21-day examination, 70-day cap (30 days for intra-EU mobility from another member state; apply within 30 days of entry).
5

Entry and card

Receive D-visa, enter within 3 months, card issued by post.