The new law on D type visa applications will come into force on January 1, 2024.

  1. D type visa applications made before January 1, 2024 will be suspended between January 1 and February 29, 2024.
  2. Between January 1 and February 29, 2024 no residence visa applications can be accepted.
  3. The validity period of residence cards that will expire between January 1 and February 29, 2024 will be extended to April 30, 2024.
  4. All D type visa appointments created previously for the period between January 1 and February 29, 2024 will be automatically canceled by the system.

The Consulate General can not provide further information on this matter. All updates on the situation will be uploaded on the Consulate General's website: https://isztambul.mfa.gov.hu/eng. Please follow the website for up-to-date information.