Category: Retirement Visa
Overview: Allows financially independent non-EU citizens to reside in Hungary without employment. Requires proof of stable income, accommodation, and health insurance. Typically obtained via a D visa, leading to a 'Residence Permit for Other Purposes' or 'Residence Permit for National Interest'. This path is commonly sought by retirees.
Eligibility: Non-EU citizens need stable passive income (pension/investments), proof of accommodation, health insurance, and a clean criminal record. Applicants must demonstrate financial self-sufficiency without needing to work.
Processing Time: ~120 days
Visa Duration: 12 months
Renewable: Yes
Work Authorisation: Not permitted
Remote Work Allowed: No
Dependants Allowed: No
Path to Residency: Yes
Path to Citizenship: Yes
Sponsor Required: No
Official Government Page: https://oif.gov.hu/index.php?lang=en
Summary: The Hungary Retirement Visa (Residence Permit for Other Purposes) allows non-EU financially independent individuals to live in Hungary. Key eligibility includes stable passive income, accommodation, and health insurance, offering a pathway to long-term EU residency.