Long-stay study in Hungary (OIF permit) from Algeria
Last verified: June 2026 (oif.gov.hu source)
How do you study in Hungary for more than 90 days from Algeria?
For studies of more than 90 days, Hungary uses a two-step model: admission to a Hungarian institution, then a residence permit for studies with the National Directorate-General for Aliens Policing (OIF), plus an entry D visa (enterhungary.gov.hu platform). Fees ≈ €110 + €25; Stipendium Hungaricum scholars are exempt from the application fee. Note: OuiVisa assists the visa + enrolment; the residence permit is referred to a licensed adviser.
Official source: konzuliszolgalat.kormany.hu
At a glance
- Who for
- Studies > 90 days
- Document
- Study residence permit (OIF) + D visa
- Prerequisite
- Admission to a Hungarian institution
- Platform
- enterhungary.gov.hu
- Fees
- ≈ €110 + €25 (to confirm)
- Stipendium Hungaricum
- Waives the application fee
- Issued by
- OIF (residence — referred to adviser)
- Submission in Algeria
- VFS Global / consulate (Algiers)
Required documents
- Valid passport
- Admission letter from the Hungarian institution
- Proof of funds + health insurance
- Proof of housing in Hungary
- Standard photo
- Diplomas and transcripts (per procedure)
How to apply, step by step
- 1Get your admission
Acceptance letter from a Hungarian institution (or Stipendium Hungaricum scholarship).
- 2Apply on enterhungary.gov.hu
Study residence permit (OIF) + entry D visa.
- 3Arrange funds, housing, insurance
Required documents (the scholarship counts as proof of funds).
- 4Give biometrics at the consulate / VFS
Entry D visa; fees ≈ €110 + €25.
- 5On arrival: OIF residence permit
Residence step — referred to a licensed adviser.
Fees
| Residence-permit application (OIF) | ≈ €110 (to confirm) |
| Procedure fee | ≈ €25 (to confirm) |
| Stipendium Hungaricum | waives the application fee |
Indicative figures: study residence permit ≈ €110 + ≈ €25 procedure fee (confirm on oif.gov.hu); Stipendium Hungaricum scholars are exempt from the application fee. The residence permit is a National Directorate-General for Aliens Policing (OIF) matter and is referred to a licensed adviser. Confirm on konzuliszolgalat.kormany.hu and oif.gov.hu.
Frequently asked questions
Is studying in Hungary a visa?
Beyond 90 days it is a study residence permit (OIF), with a D visa to enter. Admission is required first.
What is the Stipendium Hungaricum?
Hungary's flagship government scholarship; it counts as proof of funds and waives the residence-permit application fee.
Does OuiVisa handle the residence permit?
No. OuiVisa assists enrolment + the D visa; the residence permit (OIF) is referred to a licensed adviser.
What fees?
≈ €110 + €25 (confirm on oif.gov.hu).
Where do I submit my application?
At VFS Global in Algiers (Ben Aknoun); the Hungarian Embassy in Algiers (covering Algeria and Mali) decides. In-person submission (biometrics) is required.
Is visa approval guaranteed?
No. Issuance is at the Hungarian Embassy's discretion; a OuiVisa partner agency prepares and tracks the file, but approval is not guaranteed.
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