Budapest — The largest and capital city of Hungary, divided by the River Danube into Buda and Pest sides. It’s the cultural, economic, and educational hub.
Approximately 9.6 million (2024 estimate)
Budapest metropolitan area alone has about 1.75 million residents.
Hungarian Forint (HUF)
1 EUR ≈ 385-395 HUF (fluctuates slightly)
Overall average gross salary (2024): ~650,000 – 720,000 HUF/month
(Net: ~430,000 – 480,000 HUF/month or ~1,100 – 1,250 EUR)
| Profession | Salary (HUF) | Salary (EUR approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| IT / Software Developer | 900,000 – 1,300,000 | 2,300 – 3,400 |
| Engineer (Civil/Mechanical) | 700,000 – 950,000 | 1,800 – 2,500 |
| Doctor / Medical Specialist | 1,200,000+ | 3,000+ |
| Teacher / Academic | 500,000 – 700,000 | 1,300 – 1,800 |
| Hospitality / Restaurant | 400,000 – 600,000 | 1,050 – 1,500 |
| Accountant | 600,000 – 850,000 | 1,550 – 2,200 |
| Customer Service / BPO | 500,000 – 700,000 | 1,300 – 1,800 |
Work Permit for Non-EU Nationals
Combined Work & Residence Permit (Single Application Procedure)
✓ Budapest Capital, vibrant lifestyle, best universities, jobs, and infrastructure.
✓ Debrecen Second-largest city, growing tech and health sector, University of Debrecen.
✓ Szeged Student-friendly, home to University of Szeged, low cost of living.
✓ Pécs Cultural heritage, affordable housing, University of Pécs.
✓ Győr Automotive industry hub, close to Austria, good for engineers.
For students and expats, Budapest remains the top choice due to better job opportunities, international community, and educational institutions.
