SERVICES FOR
EU - EEA - EFTA Citizens
Did you know that besides all EU member states, Norway, Liechtenstein, Switzerland, and Iceland have the same rights regarding Hungarian immigration status?
Short Stay (90 days or less)
Freedom to travel and relocate
EU and EEA citizens, you possess the freedom to relocate to any member state for various purposes such as residency, employment, education, job-seeking, or retirement.
For visits lasting up to 90 days, you are not obligated to register, but in some cases you may be required to notify authorities of your presence. However, you must hold a valid national identity card or passport during your stay. If your visit extends beyond 90 days as an EEA national, registering your residence is necessary.
Extended Stay (90 days or more)
EEA Registration Certificate
For citizens of the European Economic Area (EEA) countries as well as Switzerland looking to reside in Hungary for more than 90 within a 180 day period, obtaining a Registration Certificate is a crucial step. Whether you're planning to pursue employment, education, or simply wish to reside in Hungary, understanding the eligibility criteria, application process, and mandatory enclosures is essential for a smooth transition for EU and EEA citizens.
Eligibility Criteria:
To qualify for a Registration Certificate, EEA nationals must meet specific criteria:
- Employment: If you plan to work in Hungary, you'll need to provide proof of employment or demonstrate active job-seeking efforts.
- Financial Stability: You must have sufficient financial resources to support yourself and your family members during your stay.
- Health Insurance: You must have proof of comprehensive sickness insurance cover for healthcare services. Find out more about the European Health Insurance Card
- Education: If you're enrolling in an educational institution in Hungary, you'll need to provide documentation of admission and financial means to support your studies.
Validity and Obligations:
Once issued, the EEA Registration Certificate remains valid indefinitely, provided you maintain a valid travel document or personal identification document. You must report any changes in your residence promptly. In case of lost or stolen documents, immediate reporting is mandatory.
Address Card
EEA nationals are issued an address card which serves as an official document that verifies their registered residence within a particular territory issued alongside the registration certificate. It typically contains essential information such as: name address, and date of birth.
- Proof of registered residence: EEA nationals must provide evidence of their registered residence within Hungary. This may include documents such as a residential lease contract, proof of accommodation by courtesy, or proof of ownership of residential property.
- Reporting changes: EU and EEA citizens need to report any changes to their residence promptly to the relevant authorities to keep their address card up-to-date.
EU and EEA Citizens in Hungary: Work, Registration & Residency Guide
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The European Health Insurance Card is a free card that grants you access to medically necessary, state-provided healthcare during a temporary stay in any of the 27 EU countries, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, Switzerland, or the United Kingdom. It ensures that you receive healthcare under the same conditions and at the same cost (which may be free in some countries) as people insured in the country you are visiting.
The cards are issued by your national health insurance provider. In case you are already residing in Hungary for a prolonged period and are taxed for healthcare benefits we can assist you in obtaining a Hungarian EHIC.
The benefits covered by the EHIC include medically necessary healthcare services provided in conjunction with chronic or existing illnesses, as well as services related to pregnancy and childbirth.
It's important to note that the EHIC is not an alternative to travel insurance. It does not cover private healthcare, costs such as a return flight to your home country, or lost/stolen property. Additionally, it does not cover your costs if you are traveling for the purpose of obtaining medical treatment. Furthermore, while many services may be free in your home country, they might not be free in another country due to differences in healthcare systems.
Yes, it is required you to report your presence to the relevant authorities within a reasonable time after arrival if you are employed. After the first 3 months, as an employed person, you must apply for an EEA Registration Certificate.
Yes, as an EU national, you have the right to retire and live in Hungary. You need to have comprehensive health insurance cover. Additionally, you must have sufficient income to live there without needing income support. Income for retirement can come from various sources, including a pension if you are a pensioner, or any other form of revenue.
If you lose your job but meet certain conditions, you can still stay in Hungary. These conditions include being temporarily unable to work due to illness or accident, being registered as involuntarily unemployed, or undergoing vocational training related to your previous job.
It's important to have a plan for your post-study situation to ensure continuity of residence rights. If you finish your studies and cannot prove that you are working or have sufficient resources to support yourself, you could lose your right to stay in Hungary.
Your income must be enough to support your means of living and the expenses of those you support without having to rely on welfare benefits or income support. Minimum wages are determined are determined each end-of-year by the government.
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