How much income do you need for the White Card?

The White Card requires a minimum income of about $3,300 per month, per the program's current published rules.

How long is the White Card valid for?

The White Card for Hungary is issued for 1 year and is renewable under the published renewal rules.

Does the White Card lead to permanent residency?

No — the White Card does not directly lead to permanent residency.

Can family members join the White Card?

Yes — eligible dependents can apply to join the White Card per the program's family-clause rules. Verify per-dependent fees and documentation requirements against the official source.

Where can I read the official rules for the White Card?

The official source for the White Card (digital nomad visa for Hungary) is published at https://oif.gov.hu/tajekoztatok/feher-kartya-digitalis-nomad-tartozkodas. CountryLens only renders facts; the authority is the source.

HungaryDigital Nomad Visa

White Card

A digital nomad pathway for Hungary. Below are the requirements, fees, and the deep-linked official government source. Verify against the source before applying — visa rules change without notice.

Minimum income

€3,000/mo~$3,300/mo USD

Application fee

$110

Duration

1 year

Renewable

Yes

Tax-residency trigger

183 days / yr

Last verified

2026-05-25

Eligibility

Qualification readout

Family allowed
Yes
Path to permanent residency
No
Health insurance required
Yes
Launched
2022

Notes

Third-country nationals only (non-EU/EEA). Diploma/degree required. Income EUR 3,000/month NET (~USD 3,300 at ECB May 2026), proven over the prior 6 months. 1-year validity, renewable once for additional 12 months (24 total max — NOT a PR path). Holder must work remotely for foreign employer OR own foreign-registered company. Tax-free if <183 days/yr resident. Sister to HU Guest Investor (separate investment-tier residence).

Official sources

Verify the latest details on the issuing government’s own page. Rules and fees change without notice.

Sourceoif.gov.hu

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