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Expat Abroad · Hungary

Living in Hungary.

3 practical guides for Americans living in Hungary, grouped by topic. Each one lists the official sources it is based on.

Hungary

Arrival and immigration

Széchenyi Chain Bridge and the Danube at night in Budapest, Hungary
Arrival and immigration · 7 min read

Entering Hungary on a US passport: the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS

How the Schengen 90/180 rule, Hungary's extra 90-day bilateral stay for Americans, EES, ETIAS and in-country permit applications work.

Hungary

Documents and ID

Hungarian Parliament Building lit up at night across the Danube in Budapest, Hungary
Documents and ID · 6 min read

Your first weeks in Hungary: the registrations to do after landing

What an American must report after landing in Hungary: Enter Hungary accommodation notices, residence permit biometrics, insurance proof and embassy enrollment.

Hungary

Visas and residency

Hungarian Parliament Building in Budapest lit up at dusk
Visas and residency · 7 min read

Moving to Hungary from the US: which visa or residence route fits

Hungary's White Card, EU Blue Card, guest investor permit and family reunification rules for US citizens, with who qualifies and where you can apply.