Residence Permits and Cards for Family Members: Whether you're reuniting with loved ones or joining an EEA national in Hungary, secure your legal residency to live, work, and study with our comprehensive permit and card services.
When seeking to join family members in Hungary, it's crucial to understand the difference between the two primary types of permits. The Residence Permit for Family Reunification is designed for third-country nationals reuniting with family members who are Hungarian citizens or hold valid residence permits in Hungary. In contrast, the Residence Card for Family Members of EEA Nationals is specifically for third-country nationals who are joining or accompanying a family member from the European Economic Area (EEA) who is residing in Hungary. Each permit has distinct eligibility criteria, application processes, and rights, tailored to the specific circumstances of the applicant's family relationship.
A residence permit for the purpose of family reunification in Hungary allows third-country nationals to join their family members who are legally residing in the country. This permit is particularly relevant for those who are not EEA nationals and are not entitled to free movement and residence within the European Union. Below is a detailed guide covering eligibility, application processes, required documents, and other relevant information for obtaining this permit.
A residence permit for family reunification can be granted to a third-country national if they are a family member of one of the following:
Outside Hungary:
Within Hungary:
Employer Submission:
To apply for a residence permit for family reunification in Hungary, applicants must provide various documents, including proof of family relationships (such as birth or marriage certificates), evidence of financial means, proof of accommodation, health insurance coverage, and a valid passport. Additional documents may be required for minors or if the applicant intends to work in Hungary.
The validity of the permit depends on the sponsor’s residence title with possible extensions matching the original validity period.
Applicants granted a residence permit through the merged application procedure that includes employment are entitled to work in Hungary. The permit holder must notify the immigration authorities of any changes in employment status, such as entering into a new employment relationship.
The Residence Card for third-country nationals who are family members of European Economic Area (EEA) nationals is a crucial document for those wishing to reside in Hungary. This card provides legal residency for family members who accompany or join an EEA national in Hungary. Below is a detailed explanation of the process, eligibility, and obligations related to obtaining and holding this residence card.
To qualify for a Residence Card as a third-country national family member of an EEA national, the applicant must be a family member accompanying or joining the EEA national in Hungary. The EEA national must fulfill specific criteria to ensure the right of residence for themselves and their family members, such as:
The application for a Residence Card must be submitted in person at the National Directorate-General for Aliens Policing or electronically. This should be done within 93 days from the date of entry into Hungary or from the occurrence of the event that establishes the right of residence (e.g., marriage, birth of a child).
The Residence Card is generally issued for the duration of the EEA national’s planned stay, up to a maximum of five years. If issued for a shorter period, the card can be extended. An extension application must be submitted 30 days before the current card expires.
After holding a Residence Card for five years, the family member may be eligible for long-term residency
The Residence Card ensures that family members can live, work, and study in Hungary, enjoying similar rights to those of EEA citizens and formalizes these rights, which are inherent to being a family member of an EEA citizen.
The holder of the Residence Card is entitled to:
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It is a permit that allows third-country nationals to join their family members who are legally residing in Hungary. This is primarily for individuals who are not EEA nationals.
Eligible applicants include spouses, minor children, dependent parents or siblings, and persons with parental custody of a minor Hungarian child living in the same household.
Applications can be submitted either from outside Hungary at a Hungarian diplomatic mission or within Hungary if the applicant is legally present.
Required documents include proof of family relationship, proof of means of subsistence, proof of accommodation, health insurance, and valid exit conditions.
The permit's validity depends on the sponsor’s residence title.
It is a document that allows non-EEA family members of EEA nationals to reside in Hungary. The card is essential for legal residency and access to work, education, and other rights.
Applications must be submitted in person at the National Directorate-General for Aliens Policing or electronically within 93 days of entry into Hungary.
Residence Card holders can live, work, and study in Hungary without additional work authorization and have similar rights to those of EEA and Hungarian citizens.
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