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Hungary for Digital Nomads

Hungary offers a digital nomad visa (White Card (Digital Nomad)), costs from about $40 per day, and has fixed internet averaging 252 Mbps.

Key facts

• Capital: Budapest
• Region: Eastern Europe, Europe
• Currency: Forint (HUF)
• Languages: Hungarian
• English proficiency: Medium
• Time zone: UTC+1 / UTC+2 (DST)
• Visa-free stay: Schengen: 90 days in any 180-day period for visa-exempt nationals (EU/EEA: free movement); ETIAS planned for late 2026
• Fixed internet: 252 Mbps
• Mobile internet: 93 Mbps
• Daily budget: $40 budget, $85 mid-range, $200 luxury
• Safety: High
• Healthcare: Medium
• Tax residency: 183 days
• Foreign income: Worldwide income
• Best time to visit: March to May and September to November (mild, fewer crowds)

Frequently asked questions

Does Hungary have a digital nomad visa?

Yes. Hungary offers the White Card (Digital Nomad). Duration: 1 year, renewable once. Minimum income: about $3,480 per month. Fee: Approx. EUR 110.

How long can you stay in Hungary without a visa?

Schengen: 90 days in any 180-day period for visa-exempt nationals (EU/EEA: free movement); ETIAS planned for late 2026. Rules depend on your passport and can change, so check official sources before you travel.

How much does it cost to live in Hungary as a digital nomad?

Daily budget in Hungary: about $40 on a budget, $85 mid-range and $200 for a luxury style.

How fast is the internet in Hungary?

Fixed broadband averages about 252 Mbps and mobile internet about 93 Mbps.

Is Hungary safe for digital nomads?

Overall safety in Hungary is rated high.

Which cities are popular with digital nomads in Hungary?

Budapest.

Cities in Hungary

• Budapest – Historic/Thermal, from $1,600/month, 250 Mbps

All information is provided for general guidance only and is subject to change. Always check with official sources before traveling. Last updated: 2026-10-23.