In order for this visa to be issued, the employer offering the person a job must obtain a work permit for them from the Employment Agency in the area of Hungary where the job is located. Before issuing a permit the Employment Office will advertise the position to check whether it can be filled by a Hungarian national. The permit is sent by the employer to the applicant, who must submit it to the Hungarian Embassy along with any other documents they require, which are likely to include a passport photo; proof of travel documents and accommodation in Hungary; bank statement, and confirmation of the job offer, as well as relevant fees.

Applicants for employment visas are also required to submit an official medical certificate issued within the last three months, confirming that they are in good health and do not suffer from any infectious diseases. This health certificate can be issued by a physician in their home country or the competent county (or Budapest) institute of the State Public Health and Medical Administration in Hungary.

Citizenship

Foreigners can apply to the Ministry for Internal Affairs for Hungarian citizenship if they have spent at least eight years living and working in the country, have a clean criminal record and can provide evidence of an assured income in Hungary.

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