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What residency documents or visas did I need if I will be in Hungary for a while?
We asked expats what residency documents or visas they need when settling in Hungary. They wrote...
"In regards to residency of course it helps if you have Hungarian ancestry for citizenship, but I suggest an immigration lawyer or agency to manage a retirement residency," commented one expat who made the move to Budapest, Hungary.
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"If you plan to stay in Hungary for a while, you will need to apply for a residence permit. Depending on the purpose of your stay, you may need to apply for a long-term visa or a residence permit. You will need to provide documents such as a valid passport, proof of financial means, proof of accommodation, and a valid health insurance policy. Additionally, you may need to provide a criminal record certificate and a statement of purpose," remarked another expat in Hungary.
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What residency documents or visas did I need if I will be in Hungary for a while?
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Betsy Burlingame is one of the founders of Digital Nomad Exchange and the Founder and President of Expat Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange and Digital Nomad Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International
and Mass Market Marketing. She graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University
with a BA in International Business and German.
Some of Betsy's articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Portugal, 7 Best Places to Live in Panama and 12 Things to Know Before Moving to the Dominican Republic. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.
