What is the Stipendium Hungaricum scholarship?

Stipendium Hungaricum is Hungary's government scholarship for international students. It covers tuition fees and provides a monthly stipend of HUF 43,700 (approximately EUR 110/month) plus accommodation support. Applications are submitted through the sending country's government - in Nigeria, through the Federal Ministry of Education.

How much does it cost to study in Hungary without a scholarship?

Tuition fees at Hungarian public universities for non-EU students range from EUR 2,000 to EUR 8,000 per year depending on the programme. Living costs are approximately EUR 500-700/month in Budapest.

What does the Hungary work residence permit require?

A valid job offer from a Hungarian employer, subject to labour-market test and quota rules. Hungary applies a priority check - the employer must demonstrate that no suitable Hungarian or EU candidate was available.

Hungary Visa from Nigeria 2026: Study and Work Residence Permit Guide

Hungary has two publishable pathways for Nigerian applicants: a study residence permit and a work residence permit. Hungary is also notable for the Stipendium Hungaricum scholarship, which provides fully funded study opportunities for Nigerian students.

Study residence permit

Requirements: Valid acceptance letter from a Hungarian higher education institution, valid passport, proof of sufficient financial means, health insurance.

Stipendium Hungaricum: Hungary's government scholarship covers tuition and provides HUF 43,700/month (approximately EUR 110/month) plus accommodation support. Applications are submitted through the Nigerian Federal Ministry of Education, typically in October-November each year for the following academic year.

Self-funded study: Tuition fees range from EUR 2,000 to EUR 8,000/year. Living costs in Budapest are approximately EUR 500-700/month.

Processing time: 1-2 months.

Primary source: https://oif.gov.hu/factsheets/residence-permit-for-the-purpose-of-studies

Work residence permit

Requirements: Valid job offer from a Hungarian employer, subject to labour-market test and quota rules. The employer must demonstrate that no suitable Hungarian or EU/EEA candidate was available.

Processing time: 2-3 months.

Path to PR: After 5 years of continuous legal residence in Hungary.

Primary source: https://oif.gov.hu/factsheets/residence-permit-for-the-purpose-of-employment

Evidence note

All figures sourced from the National Directorate-General for Aliens Policing at https://oif.gov.hu/, retrieved October 2026. Verify current requirements before applying.