Hungary
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Overview
Capital
Budapest
Currency
HUF
Continent
Europe
Entry requirements
Check if your passport needs a visa for Hungary.
Check visa requirementsPopular passport access to Hungary
| Passport | Status | Max Stay |
|---|---|---|
| Austria | Visa Free | — |
| Belgium | Visa Free | — |
| Bulgaria | Visa Free | — |
| Croatia | Visa Free | — |
| Cyprus | Visa Free | — |
| Czechia | Visa Free | — |
| Denmark | Visa Free | — |
| Estonia | Visa Free | — |
| Finland | Visa Free | — |
| France | Visa Free | — |
Detailed visa guides for Hungary
Monthly costs
Budapest
Rent (center)
750 USD/mo
Groceries
280 USD/mo
Transport
30 USD/mo
Est. Monthly Total
1,190 USD/mo
Work Permits
Hungary offers a Digital Nomad / Freelance visa option.
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White Card (Digital Nomad Visa)
Duration: 1 year, renewable once
Non-EU remote workers with income from foreign employers/clients
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EU Blue Card
Duration: Up to 4 years
Highly qualified non-EU workers with a recognized degree and job offer
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Single Permit (Work and Residence)
Duration: Up to 2 years, renewable
Non-EU nationals with a job offer from a Hungarian employer
Salary & Tax
Income Tax Range
15% – 15%
Social Security (Employee)
0.185%
Flat 15% — lowest in EU. VAT 27% — highest in EU. Digital Nomad White Card available.
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