Hungary Family Reunification Permit

What Is the Family Reunification Permit?

A Family Reunification permit allows family members of Hungarian residents, Hungarian citizens, or third-country nationals with valid residence permits to legally join their loved ones in Hungary.

It allows:

• Spouses to join their partner in Hungary
• Minor children to reunite with parents
• Dependent parents to join their adult children
• Automatic residency for children born in Hungary to permit holders
• Legal residence with the same validity period as the sponsor’s permit

Who This Is For

Spouses & Partners:

• Legally married spouses of Hungarian citizens
• Spouses of third-country nationals with valid residence permits
• Registered partners (including same-sex couples)

Children:

• Minor children (under 18) of the sponsor
• Adopted and foster children
• Stepchildren when the sponsor’s spouse has parental custody
• Children born in Hungary to third-country national permit holders (automatic eligibility)

Dependent Parents:

• Parents unable to support themselves financially
• Parents dependent on their adult child in Hungary
• Parents of sponsors or their spouses

Other Family Members (Special Cases):

• Siblings unable to support themselves due to health reasons
• Ascendant family members with serious health conditions
• Parents/guardians of unaccompanied refugee minors
• Family members of refugees (if married before entry to Hungary)

How the Process Works

Key Requirements

Sponsor’s Eligibility:

• Hold a qualifying residence permit (not all permit types allow family reunification)
• Have held Guest Self-Employment permit for at least 1 year (if applicable)
• NOT hold certain excluded permits (White Card, seasonal employment, student permits, etc.)

Family Members Must Prove:

• Valid family relationship (marriage certificate, birth certificate, adoption documents)
• Sufficient financial means for subsistence in Hungary
• Valid accommodation in Hungary
• Comprehensive health insurance coverage
• Valid passport and exit/return travel capacity

Financial Sufficiency:

• At least 200,000 HUF monthly income OR
• 3-4 million HUF in savings
• Can be proven via sponsor’s income/savings or family member’s own resources
• Notarized declaration of support from sponsor accepted

Special Documentation:

• Marriage certificates must be registered domestically for Hungarian citizen sponsors
• Minor children require parental consent for Hungary stay
• DNA testing may be required for refugee family reunification cases

Important Restrictions & Considerations

Can Family Members Work in Hungary?

Initial Status: Family reunification permit does NOT grant employment rights.

Options to Work:

Option 1: Single Application Procedure

• Apply for family reunification + employment permit simultaneously
• 70-day processing time
• Requires preliminary employment agreement or job offer
• One combined permit issued

Option 2: Change Permit After Arrival

• Enter Hungary on family reunification permit
• Find employment after arrival
• Apply to change permit type to work permit
• Easier to secure job while already in Hungary

Option 3: Start Business

• Family members can establish Hungarian business
• Apply for Guest Self-Employment permit instead
• Independent economic activity allowed

Indicative Fees

Final prices are confirmed after consultation.

Processing Timeline

Why Work With Us

What’s Not Included

Government fees:

• HUF 26,000 (approx. €65) if submitting via Enter Hungary platform
• HUF 39,000 (approx. €98) if submitting in person in Hungary
• EUR 110 if applying at Hungarian consulate abroad

Additional costs paid directly by you:

• Embassy or consular fees at your local Hungarian embassy
• Document apostille/authentication (varies by country)
• Certified Hungarian or English translations of foreign documents
• Birth certificate, marriage certificate certified copies
• Travel to Hungary for biometrics
• Health insurance premiums (must cover up to €30,000)
• Accommodation costs

Application Locations

Outside Hungary (Most Common):

• Required if: Family member is not visa-exempt for Hungary
• Where: Hungarian consulate in country of nationality or habitual residence
• Process: Submit application → Type D visa issued → enter Hungary → receive residence card by post

Inside Hungary (Limited Cases):

• Only if: Family member is visa-exempt AND already in Hungary legally
• OR if: Already holding valid residence permit seeking extension
• Where: Via Enter Hungary electronic platform or NDGAP regional office

Employer Submission (Special Cases):

• Available when: Sponsor’s permit (EU Blue Card, National Card, Corporate Card, etc.) is being lodged by employer
• Requires: Written consent from family member
• Method: Via Enter Hungary platform only

Document Checklist Summary

You’ll need:

Proof of Family Relationship:

• Marriage certificate (registered domestically for Hungarian citizen sponsors)
• Birth certificate for children
• Adoption documents if applicable
• DNA test results (for refugee cases if required)

Financial Documentation:

• Bank statements showing 200,000 HUF/month income OR 3-4 million HUF savings
• Employer income certificate or tax authority documentation
• OR notarized declaration of support from sponsor with proof of capacity

Accommodation Proof:

• Residential lease contract
• Accommodation declaration from host
• Property ownership documents
• Hotel booking confirmation with payment

Health Insurance:

• Coverage for comprehensive healthcare services
• Valid in Hungary and Schengen Area
• Minimum €30,000 coverage recommended

Travel Documents:

• Valid passport (must remain valid 3+ months beyond permit expiry)
• Return/onward travel tickets or funds

Additional for Minors:

• Parental consent for Hungary residence (notarized)
• Must be in English or Hungarian translation

If Applying for Employment Too:

• Preliminary employment agreement
• OR employment contract

All non-Hungarian/non-English documents require certified translation.