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Hungary's combined work-and-residence permit (a single permit) for non-EU nationals in standard employment, restructured under the 2024 immigration law (Act XC of 2023). It requires a Hungarian employment contract and is subject to an annual cap; under current rules eligibility for non-graduate roles is limited to nationals of designated countries.
Non-EU nationals with a job offer from a Hungarian employer for a standard (non-highly-qualified) role.
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It is valid for a maximum of two years initially and can be extended by one additional year, with an absolute three-year limit from first issuance.
In practice the route is limited to nationals of countries with the required agreements, currently Georgia, Armenia and the Philippines.
Extensions are submitted inside Hungary via the Enter Hungary platform, no more than 90 days before expiry and at least 30 days before it lapses.
Not freely. The permit authorises work only for the named employer; to work for a different employer you must submit an extension application rather than continuing on the existing permit.
You can appeal, but the appeal must be submitted within eight days of the decision being delivered.
The Residence Permit for Employment Purposes is Hungary's combined work-and-residence permit for non-EU nationals in standard jobs, restructured under the 2024 immigration law. It needs a Hungarian employment contract and is capped by an annual quota.
No. Family reunification is not available to holders of this employment permit; the only exception is a child born in Hungary during the permit's validity.
