STUDENT VISA APPLICATION INFORMATION

* Notice: Due to the coronavirus pandemic, there are changes made to the regular procedures for visa applications that are beyond our control. We are trying to keep you up to date with daily changes caused by government directives. However, it is advised to check with the embassy, at least 24-48 hours before your appointment.

Step 1: Prepare required documentation for visa application including airlines and hotel bookings. See checklist on the right
NOTE: Please bring all documents in original + coloured copy in A4 size, single sided format. The embassy will not make copies for you. Please DO NOT STAPLE the pages together.
Step 2: Make an appointment at the Embassy of Hungary in your country
Book your appointment here to submit your student visa applications only (Type-D visa).
At the moment, you can only book the appointments until July 31st, 2020.
For all countries not listed on the link above, please contact the Embassy of Hungary or Consulate in your country, or the nearest country to you.
Step 3: For those traveling to Abu Dhabi for the application appointment, please note the following:
Do a COVID-19 test 48 hrs prior to traveling to Abu Dhabi in an authorised centre. Keep up to date with latest requirements on this by visiting the Abu Dhabi Media Office website or their Twitter account. 
Step 4: Head to your student visa application appointment at the Embassy of Hungary
Make sure to have a credit or debit card to pay the visa application fee. No cash will be accepted!
It is possible that Hungarian authorities might request additional supporting documents.
Step 5: Wait 4 weeks for the visa
Should the visa application be refused by Hungarian authorities there is no refund of the visa application fee.
Step 6: Check for any changes in travel restrictions
Check with the airlines, Hungary and the country of point of entry (if not Hungary) for any new travel restrictions, documentation or Covid-19 tests required.
Please keep up to date with any changes in quarantine requirements upon arrival to Hungary. As of July 1, 2020, there is no such requirement.

NOTE: As of July 1, 2020 all Schengen visit visa application  centres are temporarily closed!

Health and Safety Measures:

• You may visit the Consular Office only by booked appointment
• Please arrive on time
• If you are feeling ill or have any symptoms, please do not visit the office
• It is mandatory to use face masks and gloves at all times
• Only the applicant will be allowed into the Consular Office, no accompanied person will be permitted entry

VISA APPLICATION DOCUMENTATION CHECKLIST

1. Booking of flight
2. Proof of accommodation - letter of apartment rental
3. University acceptance letter
4. Proof of language competence (IELTS or high school certificates etc.)
5. Travel insurance
6. A written statement signed by the supporting person in which s/he states that s/he is going to finance the study and  stay in Hungary
7. Authentic proof of family relation to the supporting person (attested birth certificate in English)
8. Certificate of employment & passport + visa copy of the supporting person
9. Up-to-date, detailed bank account statement of last 6 months of the sponsor
10. 1 passport photo, not older than 3 months, with white background and no smile.
11. Original passport with valid UAE residence visa + copy: main page, visa page (+ any relevant previous residence permit page)
12. If you are under 18 years old both parents should sign a no objection letter that you are going abroad to study.

Please print and fill in both documents below:

application_for_residence_permit2019.docx
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14_studies_or_student_mobility_apndx_14-2019.docx
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