The ICT permit enables third-country nationals employed by a company outside the EU to be temporarily assigned to a related company in Hungary.
The Intra-Corporate Transfer (ICT) Permit is a specialized residence permit designed for third-country nationals employed by a company outside the European Union who are temporarily assigned to a company within Hungary that belongs to the same corporate group. This permit facilitates the temporary relocation of key personnel, such as executives, specialists, and trainees, from the parent company (home company) to its affiliate, subsidiary, or branch in Hungary (host company).
To qualify for the ICT Permit, applicants must meet several specific criteria:
Position Requirements:
The process for obtaining an ICT Permit in Hungary depends on whether the applicant is applying from outside or within the country. For those outside Hungary, applications are typically submitted at a Hungarian consulate, while those within Hungary can apply either online or in person. Employers in Hungary can also initiate the application on behalf of their employees, though the employee must still attend in person for biometric data collection.
The application for an ICT Permit in Hungary requires several mandatory documents. These include proof of employment, evidence of corporate affiliation between the home and host companies, qualification documents, proof of financial resources, a declaration of a valid address in Hungary, comprehensive health insurance coverage, and valid travel documents.
The decision-making process for the ICT permit generally takes up to 60 days from the date of application submission. For the initial residence permit, the Hungarian immigration authority has up to 21 days to process the application, with possible extensions depending on the complexity of the case.
With the ICT permit, holders are entitled to:
Holders are required to:
The ICT permit is typically valid for up to three years for executives and specialists, and up to one year for trainees. The permit can be extended, but the total duration of stay cannot exceed these limits.
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The ICT permit is available to third-country nationals (non-EU citizens) employed by a company outside the EU, who are temporarily assigned to a related company in Hungary.
Yes, if you are legally present in Hungary or hold an ICT permit from another EU country, you can apply for the ICT permit within Hungary.
Key documents include your employment contract, proof of corporate affiliation, financial statements, health insurance, and a valid passport.
The permit is valid for up to three years for executives and specialists, and up to one year for trainees, with possible extensions.
Applications can be submitted at a Hungarian consulate abroad or within Hungary via the Enter Hungary platform or at a regional NDGAP office.
Yes, your employer in Hungary can submit the application online through the Enter Hungary platform, but you will need to visit the consulate or NDGAP for biometric data collection.
The decision typically takes up to 60 days, with the initial processing period being 21 days.
You can work for the host company in Hungary, travel within the Schengen Area for up to 90 days, and study in Hungary.
Yes, you can apply for an extension, but the total duration of the permit cannot exceed three years for executives and specialists, or one year for trainees.
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