Why Bangladeshi Students Choose Hungary
Hungary is one of the most cost-effective EU study destinations for Bangladeshi students, made even more attractive by the Stipendium Hungaricum scholarship — a fully-funded government program covering tuition, dormitory, and a monthly stipend for hundreds of Bangladeshi awardees every year.
হাঙ্গেরি বাংলাদেশী শিক্ষার্থীদের জন্য সবচেয়ে সাশ্রয়ী EU গন্তব্যগুলোর একটি, বিশেষ করে স্টাইপেন্ডিয়াম হাঙ্গেরিকাম বৃত্তির কারণে — যা টিউশন, ডরমিটরি এবং মাসিক ভাতা সম্পূর্ণরূপে কভার করে।
Visa processed via New Delhi: Hungary's Dhaka VFS centre only handles Schengen tourist visas. Long-stay student residence permit applications must be submitted directly to the Embassy of Hungary in New Delhi, India.
ভিসা প্রক্রিয়াকরণ নয়াদিল্লিতে: স্টুডেন্ট রেসিডেন্স পারমিটের আবেদন নয়াদিল্লির হাঙ্গেরি দূতাবাসে সরাসরি জমা দিতে হয়।
Universities & Popular Programs
Semmelweis University (Budapest)
Hungary's leading medical university, with English-medium Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmacy programs popular with Stipendium Hungaricum awardees.
University of Debrecen
Large, historic university with a strong Faculty of Medicine and a big international student community.
University of Szeged
Top-ranked for Medicine, Pharmacy, and Engineering, with dedicated English-medium tracks.
Budapest University of Technology and Economics (BME)
Hungary's premier technical university for Engineering, Computer Science, and Architecture.
Corvinus University of Budapest
Leading choice for Business, Economics, and International Relations degrees.
Eötvös Loránd University (ELTE)
Hungary's top-ranked university overall, strong in Sciences, IT, and Humanities.
Popular Fields
জনপ্রিয় বিষয়সমূহ: Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Engineering, Computer Science, Business & Economics.
Tuition & Living Costs
| Item | Typical Cost |
|---|---|
| Stipendium Hungaricum scholars | Free (tuition, dorm, stipend covered) |
| Medicine/Dentistry (self-funded) | €13,000 - €16,000/year |
| Engineering/Business (self-funded) | €2,000 - €6,000/year |
| Living costs per month | €300 - €500 |
Smaller university cities such as Debrecen and Szeged offer noticeably lower accommodation costs than Budapest.
দেব্রেৎসেন এবং সেগেদের মতো ছোট শহরে থাকার খরচ বুদাপেস্টের চেয়ে কম।
Scholarships & Funding
Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship — the flagship bilateral scholarship program between Hungary and Bangladesh, covering full tuition, free dormitory accommodation (or a housing contribution), a monthly stipend of around HUF 43,700-140,000 depending on degree level, and medical insurance. Applications open annually (typically November-January) via the Stipendium Hungaricum online portal, and results are announced in spring for the following September intake.
Competition is high — Stipendium Hungaricum places are limited and merit-based, so a strong academic record and a well-prepared motivation letter matter significantly. Self-funded admission remains a reliable fallback if a scholarship isn't secured.
Visa & Work Rights — Full Step-by-Step Guide
Required Documents
- Valid passport.
- Completed and signed application form for a residence permit.
- Two recent passport-size photographs.
- Letter of acceptance from a Hungarian educational institution (or Stipendium Hungaricum scholarship award letter).
- Proof of payment of tuition fees, or scholarship confirmation.
- Proof of sufficient financial means to cover living expenses (bank statement or scholarship letter).
- Proof of accommodation in Hungary (dormitory confirmation or rental agreement).
- Valid travel/health insurance for the initial period.
- All previous academic certificates and transcripts.
Step-by-Step Application Process
- Secure admission — either directly with a Hungarian university, or through the Stipendium Hungaricum scholarship portal (if applying for the scholarship).
- Receive your Letter of Acceptance (and scholarship award letter, if applicable).
- Gather all required documents, including proof of funds/scholarship and accommodation confirmation.
- Download and complete the residence permit application form from the Hungarian Embassy in New Delhi's website.
- Book an appointment directly with the Embassy of Hungary in New Delhi via their designated email address — Hungary's Dhaka VFS centre does not process long-stay student applications.
- Travel to New Delhi to submit your application, passport, and all supporting documents in person, and attend a visa interview.
- Pay the visa fee (€110) at the Embassy during submission.
- Collect your passport with the residence permit once processing is complete, and plan arrival ahead of the September intake.
Fees Summary
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Long-term residence permit for studies | €110 |
Responsible Embassy (for submission)
Embassy of Hungary in New Delhi
2/50-M, Niti Marg, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi - 110021, India
Application Tips
- Book your New Delhi appointment well ahead of the September intake — email-based scheduling can take time to confirm.
- If you're a Stipendium Hungaricum awardee, keep your official scholarship letter with your application — it satisfies both the acceptance and financial-means requirements.
- Have all academic transcripts translated and, where required, officially attested before your appointment.
Work Rights
International students in Hungary on a residence permit for studies may generally work part-time (commonly cited around 24 hours/week during term and full-time during official holiday periods) — confirm the exact current allowance with the local immigration office (National Directorate-General for Aliens Policing) after arrival.
হাঙ্গেরিতে রেসিডেন্স পারমিটধারী শিক্ষার্থীরা সাধারণত সপ্তাহে প্রায় ২৪ ঘণ্টা খণ্ডকালীন কাজ করতে পারেন এবং ছুটির সময় পূর্ণ-সময়।
Language Requirements
| Program | IELTS (typical) | PTE Academic (typical) |
|---|---|---|
| English-taught Bachelor's/Master's | 6.0 - 6.5 | 50 - 58 |
| Medicine/Dentistry (English-medium) | 6.5 | 58 - 64 |
Some universities accept a strong English-medium academic background with an admissions/entrance test in place of a formal IELTS/PTE score — confirm the exact policy with your chosen university and with the Stipendium Hungaricum program guidelines if applying for the scholarship.
Application Timeline (September Intake)
Stipendium Hungaricum Application
Submit your scholarship application (typically opens November, closes January) if pursuing the funded route.
Admission & Acceptance
Receive your university admission letter or scholarship award notification (spring).
New Delhi Visa Appointment
Book and attend your residence permit appointment at the Hungarian Embassy in New Delhi.
Arrival
Arrive in time for orientation before the academic year begins.
FAQ
Is Stipendium Hungaricum only for Medicine? No — the scholarship covers Bachelor's, Master's, and PhD programs across nearly all fields, though Medicine and Engineering are especially popular among Bangladeshi applicants.
Why do I need to travel to New Delhi? Hungary's Dhaka VFS centre only handles short-stay Schengen visas; long-stay student residence permits are processed exclusively by the Embassy of Hungary in New Delhi.
Can I work part-time during my studies? Yes, within limits set by your residence permit — confirm the current allowance with Hungarian immigration authorities after arrival.