What are the visa & residency requirements in Budapest?
We asked people about the visa & residency requirements in Budapest, they wrote...
"In order to visit Budapest, a valid passport and a visa are required. The process of applying for a visa involves submitting an application form, providing a valid passport, and paying the applicable visa fee. Depending on the purpose of the visit, additional documents may be required. In order to obtain residency in Budapest, Hungary, an individual must submit an application to the Immigration Office. The application must include a valid passport, proof of financial means, proof of accommodation, and a valid health insurance policy. Depending on the purpose of the residency, additional documents may be required. After the application is submitted, the Immigration Office will review the documents and make a decision," mentioned another expat when asked about moving to Budapest, Hungary.
"The process is quite straight forward although it can take a few weeks for residency cards to be processed," commented one expat who made the move to Budapest, Hungary.

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What are the visa & residency requirements in Budapest?
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