Hungary's White Card (Guest Self-Employed Permit) allows remote workers, freelancers, and digital nomads to reside in Hungary for up to 1 year while serving clients and employers outside Hungary. Located in the heart of Central Europe, Hungary offers affordable living, excellent connectivity, and Schengen zone access.
Government fees and self-employment registration costs charged separately.
Apply for Hungary White CardWe confirm your nationality, income source, and self-employment setup eligibility for the White Card.
We prepare your income proof, business registration documents, and accommodation confirmation.
Applications are submitted to Hungarian immigration (NDGAP). We coordinate the submission.
Processing typically takes 4-8 weeks. We guide you through address registration on arrival.
Hungary's White Card is formally the Guest Self-Employed Permit, introduced as part of Hungary's effort to attract digital nomads and remote workers. It allows non-EU nationals who are self-employed (freelancers, contractors) to reside in Hungary for up to 1 year and work for international clients. It requires establishing a self-employed status in Hungary.
Applicants typically need to demonstrate sufficient income to support themselves in Hungary and evidence of active self-employment (contracts with foreign clients or a portfolio of freelance income).
Budapest is one of Europe's most popular digital nomad cities: affordable cost of living relative to Western Europe, excellent coworking space infrastructure, fast internet, rich culture, and a vibrant expat community. It ranks consistently in global nomad city rankings.
Hungary has a flat personal income tax rate of 15%. Self-employed persons registered under the KATA regime previously enjoyed simplified flat-tax treatment, though the regime was amended in 2022. We do not provide tax advice; consult a Hungarian tax advisor for your specific self-employed structure.
Fixed price, real-time tracking, and expert handling, from first document to final approval.
Apply for Hungary White Card