In today's increasingly frequent global migration, Hungary has become the focus of attention by providing a new channel for third-country residents to provide a national permanent residence permit. This article will provide an in-depth explanation of the eligibility criteria, related procedures and special circumstances of the Hungarian permanent residence permit, providing detailed and in-depth information for the majority of readers.
As we all know, the new Hungarian investment immigration law implemented from January 1, 2024, whether it is buying real estate**, residential real estate, or public welfare donations, applicants and their families will get a 10-year long-term residence card, not a Hungarian permanent residence card. There is a clear difference between these two identities.
Hungary** recently announced that it will issue a national permanent residence permit to residents of third countries who meet certain conditions. The conditions for the issuance of this license are strict, mainly including the following:
To be eligible, applicants must meet the following criteria:
1.Have a place to live in Hungary and be able to meet basic living needs;
2.Have comprehensive medical insurance or have sufficient financial resources to cover the cost of medical services;
3.have a residence permit or a temporary permanent residence permit;
4.their residence is in the interests of Hungary;
5.have been legally residing in Hungary for at least three consecutive years prior to submitting the application;
6.be an ascending immediate family member of a Hungarian citizen, a resident of a third country holding immigrant, permanent resident or refugee status and have lived with the citizen for at least one year prior to the application;
7.be the spouse of a Hungarian citizen, a resident of a third country holding immigrant, permanent resident or refugee status, and have been married for at least two years;
8.was a former Hungarian citizen whose citizenship was terminated, or a member of his/her immediate family who was or was a Hungarian citizen;
9.Be a minor child of a third-country resident with immigrant, permanent resident or refugee status.
A Hungarian national permanent residence permit will not be granted in the following cases:
1.Residence in Hungary poses a threat to public safety or ***;
2.are facing deportation or exclusion from Hungary, or have been alerted in the European Information System (SIS) for refusal of entry and residence rights;
3.provide false information or untrue facts in order to obtain a permit, or mislead the competent authorities;
4.Have a previous criminal record up to the removal of adverse consequences associated with their criminal record.
In addition, third-country residents who have been granted refugee status may also apply for a national permanent residence permit without a long-term visa or residence permit.
Application & Process Information:
The application materials include a completed **, a face within three months**, required attachments, and payment of the processing fee.
Applications can only be submitted electronically through the electronic platform of the Immigration Service, with the exception of legal representatives or authorized legal persons.
Applicants who are minors or incapacitated must be submitted on their behalf by their legal representatives.
A copy of the applicant's valid travel documents must be attached to the application.
Notes:
Electronically filed applications are not considered received until the administrative service fee has been paid. Within 15 days of receipt of the confirmation, it is necessary to visit the local Regional Directorate in person to verify identity, collect biometric data and signature samples, and have the documents recognized.
When issuing a residence permit with biometric data, the affected third country resident is obliged to tolerate the procedure.
Fees & Time Limits:
The administrative service fee for the electronic submission of the "State Permanent Residence Permit" procedure is HUF 25,000. The administrative service fee must be paid at the same time as an electronic payment instrument (bank card).
If the applicant is travelling with a minor child, the child's details should be provided in Appendix A and no additional administrative service fee for the child will be charged.
The Regional Directorate shall make a decision on the application for a national permanent residence permit within 70 days of the submission of the application and deliver the documents to the applicant by post.
Special Circumstances Handling:
In exceptional cases, the Hungarian Minister of Immigration may, without the relevant statutory requirements, decide to grant a permanent residence permit to a third country, based on personal circumstances, family ties and health conditions. Applicants who do not meet the statutory requirements for a national permanent residence permit may apply to the Minister for Immigration for special consideration.
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