Work visas for tech jobs in Hungary
The main route for skilled tech workers from outside the country, in plain English. Amounts are gross (before tax) and come from the official source linked under each one.
EU Blue Card
Minimum salary
HUF 1,001,048 per month (Gross a month, for 2026)
Lower minimum: HUF 800,838 per month for listed healthcare jobs.
What you need
- A contract of at least 6 months
- A degree or a relevant high-level professional qualification
Without a degree
- IT managers and specialists: 3 years of experience in the last 7
Source: Hivatalos Értesítő 2025/49: Minister for National Economy’s notice of the 2026 minimum(opens in new tab). Checked 9 October 2026.
Settling in Hungary
- Hungary is in the European Union, so the EU Blue Card is one of the work-permit routes.
- Permanent residency: usually after about 3 years of living there.
- Citizenship: usually possible after about 11 years.
Tech jobs in Hungary
5 tech jobs in Hungary with visa sponsorship evidence. Each job shows whether its salary meets the minimums above.
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Other countries
General information, not legal advice. Rules change: confirm on the official page and talk to an immigration lawyer before you decide.