Registering residence for longer stays in Hungary (2026)
Last reviewed: 30 October 2026
In short: EEA nationals staying more than 90 days within 180 days must report their stay to the immigration authority by the 93rd day after entry. The authority issues a registration certificate on the spot, and permanent residence is certified by a permanent residence card.
| Rule | What applies |
|---|---|
| Duty to registerMoving for a longer stay | Required for longer stays [1] |
| DeadlineMoving for a longer stay | An EEA national staying more than 90 days within 180 days must report the stay no later than the 93rd day after entry. [1] |
| Where to registerMoving for a longer stay | The immigration authority (idegenrendészeti hatóság). [1] |
| Document for EU citizensMoving for a longer stay | On proof that the conditions are met, the immigration authority issues a registration certificate (regisztrációs igazolás) immediately. Permanent residence is certified by a permanent residence card (állandó tartózkodási kártya). [1] |
| Deregistration on leavingMoving for a longer stay | ⚠ Not yet verified |
Notes
- This describes the rule for EEA nationals under the act on the entry and residence of persons with the right of free movement. Non-EEA family members have a separate residence card procedure. Rules for third-country nationals were not covered.
- The act read contains no provision on deregistration for EEA nationals who leave. This was not treated as a finding.
Sources
- Országgyűlés / Kormány (Nemzeti Jogszabálytár, MKIFK): 2007. évi I. törvény a szabad mozgás és tartózkodás jogával rendelkező személyek beutazásáról és tartózkodásáról (consulted 30 October 2026) · all sources
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