Student residence permit
Hungary
Hungary is popular with scholarship students (Stipendium Hungaricum) and self-funded ones alike; both go through the same consular residence permit process.
- Visa type
- Residence permit for the purpose of studies
- Processing time
- 4–10 weeks
- Government fees
- HUF 60,000
- Our service fee
- ₹18,000
- Funds required
- Proof of living costs for the study period
Document checklist
8 items the mission expects with your application.
- 1
Admission letter
From a Hungarian university, stating the program and duration.
- 2
Proof of tuition payment
Receipt or scholarship award covering fees.
- 3
Bank statements / sponsor letter
Showing living costs for the study period.
- 4
Accommodation confirmation
Dorm or rental arrangement in Hungary.
- 5
Medical certificate
From an approved physician.
- 6
Travel/health insurance
Valid for entry and the initial stay.
- 7
Police clearance certificate
Apostilled where required.
- 8
Passport + photographs
Biometric specification.
Step by step
- 1
Admission and deposit
Confirm the place and pay tuition or attach the scholarship letter.
- 2
Apostille the documents
Certificates and clearances need legalisation.
- 3
Consular appointment
File with biometrics at the Hungarian consulate.
- 4
Enter on the D visa
The visa activates your right to apply for the permit.
- 5
Permit biometrics in Hungary
Complete the residence permit at the local immigration office.
Appointments
In-person at the Hungarian consulate with biometrics
Avoid these mistakes
- Stipendium Hungaricum scholars get fee waivers — attach the award notice to everything.
- Start the process three months before intake; consulates slow down in summer.
- Carry the original admission letter when you travel — border checks ask for it.
Prefer to talk first? Call +91 70124 63160