EU Blue Card Hungary 2027: New Salary Requirements
Immigration Update | Hungary | 2027
The EU Blue Card Hungary 2027 salary requirements introduce higher minimum gross monthly salary thresholds for highly qualified third-country nationals working in Hungary.
For employers, HR departments and global mobility professionals, these changes require particular attention when planning new applications, extensions and ongoing employment arrangements. Importantly, the updated thresholds also affect existing EU Blue Card holders whose permits are not due for renewal in 2027.
This immigration update outlines the announced salary requirements, the applicable legal provisions and the key considerations for employers.
Minimum Salary Requirements for 2027 in Hungary
Current holders or future applicants for an EU Blue Card Hungary must receive a salary that meets or exceeds the minimum salary amount listed in the relevant government decree. The minimum salary is typically increased every year and the new minimum amounts have now been announced for 2027.
According to the official announcement issued by the Minister for Social and Family Affairs concerning the minimum remuneration payable to third-country nationals employed under an EU Blue Card, pursuant to Section 3(1) and (2) of NGM Decree No. 44/2011 (XII. 16.), the following minimum gross monthly salary thresholds will apply in 2027:
| Legal provision | Minimum gross monthly salary |
|---|---|
| Section 3(1) – General minimum salary requirement | HUF 1,091,244 |
| Section 3(2) – Reduced minimum salary requirement | HUF 872,995 (applicable only to certain positions, mainly in the field of healthcare) |
How do the 2027 salary requirements compare to 2026?
These increases represent a 9.01% increase when compared to the minimum gross monthly salaries for 2026, which also showed a significant increase compared to the minimum thresholds in 2025.
Important information for employers and existing EU Blue Card Hungary holders
Important: Employers applying for or extending EU Blue Cards should ensure that the employees’ contractual gross monthly salaries meet the applicable threshold for 2027. This increase in the minimum gross salary is also applicable for any employees holding an EU Blue Card that are not required to be extended in 2027.
Immigration support from Inter Relocation
Keeping up with changing immigration requirements is an essential part of managing international assignments and employing foreign talent in Hungary.
Inter Relocation supports companies and their international employees throughout the immigration and relocation process, helping HR and global mobility teams navigate local requirements and prepare for regulatory changes.
For assistance with EU Blue Card applications, renewals or immigration-related questions in Hungary, contact the Inter Relocation team.
