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Study in Hungary from Bangladesh

Bangladeshi students can study in Hungary in English, with yearly tuition from about €3,000 at MATE's Kaposvár Campus and €5,500–7,500 at most universities, or free with a Stipendium Hungaricum scholarship. You need HSC GPA 4.00 or a Bachelor's CGPA 3.00, usually IELTS 5.5, and you apply for the residence permit in Dhaka.

Written by Mukta Sultana, Hungary counsellor · Reviewed by Anisuzzaman Kiron, Founder & CEO · Updated

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Hungary at a glance

Key facts about studying in Hungary for Bangladeshi students
TuitionFrom €3,000 a year; most programmes €5,500–7,500
Government scholarshipStipendium Hungaricum: tuition-free + HUF 43,700 a month
EnglishIELTS 5.5; some universities accept MOI
Application fee€100–200 per university, non-refundable
Where you submitBLS International, Banani, Dhaka
Work while studying30 hours a week; full-time 90 days a year outside term
After graduationUp to 9 months to look for work

From the Hungarian immigration office, BLS Dhaka, Stipendium Hungaricum and university websites · Last verified

Hungary at a glance

Studying in Hungary from Bangladesh in numbers

Tuition
From €3,000 a yearMost programmes €5,500–7,500
Government scholarship
Stipendium HungaricumTuition-free + HUF 43,700 a month
English
IELTS 5.5Some universities accept MOI
Application fee
€100–200Per university, non-refundable
Where you submit
BLS, Banani, DhakaNo trip to India needed
Money for the permit
No fixed amountSponsor's last 6 months of statements
Work while studying
30 hours a weekFull-time 90 days a year outside term
After graduation
Up to 9 monthsPermit to look for work

From the Hungarian immigration office, BLS Dhaka, Stipendium Hungaricum and university websites · Last verified

Why Hungary

Why do Bangladeshi students choose to study in Hungary?

Hungary offers English-taught European degrees with tuition from about €3,000 a year, a government scholarship open to Bangladeshi students, a residence permit you apply for in Dhaka, the right to work 30 hours a week while studying and up to 9 months after graduation to find a job.

University campus in Hungary

  • From €3,000 a year

    Low tuition in English

    English-taught degrees start at €1,500 a semester at MATE's Kaposvár Campus and €1,800 a semester at the University of Szeged. Most universities charge about €5,500–7,500 a year.

  • Tuition-free

    Stipendium Hungaricum

    Hungary's government scholarship, open to Bangladeshi students through the Ministry of Education, waives tuition and pays HUF 43,700 a month plus free dormitory or a housing allowance.

  • Apply in Dhaka

    No trip to India

    You submit the study residence permit at the Hungarian Visa Application Centre run by BLS International in Banani, Dhaka, for the Dhaka Office of the Embassy of Hungary.

  • 30 hours a week

    Work while you study

    A study residence permit lets you work up to 30 hours a week in term time, and full-time for up to 90 days a year outside term.

Sources: university fee pages · Stipendium Hungaricum call 2026/27 · BLS International Dhaka · Hungarian immigration office (NDGAP). Last verified .

Requirements

What are the requirements to study in Hungary from Bangladesh?

For a Bachelor's in Hungary you need 12 years of schooling (HSC, Diploma or Madrasa); Sunrise advises an HSC GPA of 4.00 out of 5.00, and a study gap is accepted for HSC 2021–2026. For a Master's you need a Bachelor's with a CGPA of 3.00 out of 4.00, with a gap of up to 5 years. Most universities ask for IELTS 5.5.

Bachelor's in Hungary after HSC

  • Schooling: 12 years of study, so HSC, Diploma and Madrasa education can all apply.
  • Grades: Sunrise advises an HSC GPA of at least 4.00 out of 5.00.
  • Study gap: accepted if you passed HSC between 2021 and 2026.
  • English: IELTS 5.5 at least; some universities ask more, such as IELTS 6.0 at the University of Miskolc.
  • Selection: an entrance exam (University of Debrecen), an online interview (Budapest Metropolitan University, BUEB) or a document review (Széchenyi István University).

Master's in Hungary after a Bachelor's

  • Degree: a Bachelor's such as Honours, BSc, BBA or BA, in a related field.
  • Grades: Sunrise advises a CGPA of at least 3.00 out of 4.00.
  • Study gap: up to 5 years after your Bachelor's.
  • English: a Medium of Instruction certificate or IELTS 5.5; some ask more, such as IELTS 6.5 at the University of Dunaújváros.
  • Extra documents: Medium of Instruction certificate and a letter of recommendation.

Can I study in Hungary without IELTS?

Some Hungarian universities accept proof that your previous degree was taught in English. The Budapest University of Technology and Economics accepts a Medium of Instruction certificate, and the University of Pannonia asks for no test if your previous studies were in English. Others, such as Budapest Metropolitan University and the University of Miskolc, offer an English preparatory programme.

Plan for IELTS 5.5 to keep the most options open. See all countries you can study in without IELTS.

Is there an entrance exam for Hungarian universities?

It depends on the university. The University of Debrecen sets an entrance exam with a USD 350 fee, such as an online written and oral maths exam for Business Informatics. Budapest Metropolitan University and the Budapest University of Economics and Business hold an online interview, and Széchenyi István University reviews your documents without an exam.

Your counsellor checks each programme's selection method and dates with you.

Which documents do I need to apply to a Hungarian university?

  • Passport and a recent photo
  • SSC and HSC certificates and transcripts
  • Bachelor's certificate and transcript (for a Master's)
  • Medium of Instruction certificate (for a Master's)
  • Letter of recommendation (for a Master's)
  • IELTS or other English certificate
  • Motivation letter
  • CV or résumé
  • MOFA-attested certificates and birth certificate in English, needed later for the residence permit

Grades, study gap and documents: Sunrise Study Abroad Hungary counselling sheet, 2027–28 intake. English and tests: BME admission · University of Debrecen fees · Széchenyi István University · every university on our Hungary universities page. MOFA attestation: BLS Dhaka study checklist. Last verified .

Costs

How much does it cost to study in Hungary from Bangladesh?

Studying in Hungary costs a Bangladeshi student about €5,500–7,500 a year in tuition at most universities, and from about €3,000 at the lowest, plus accommodation. Many universities want at least the first semester paid before they send your visa documents. Your exact total is confirmed in a free consultation.

What do tuition and university fees cost?

Tuition and university fees in Hungary for Bangladeshi students, from university websites
CostAmountWhat it means
Lowest tuition€1,500–1,800 a semesterAbout €3,000–3,600 a yearMATE Kaposvár Campus (BSc Film and Media Studies) and the University of Szeged (English and American Studies).
Typical tuition€5,500–7,500 a yeare.g. €6,600–7,000 for a bachelor's at Corvinus, €3,600 a semester at Budapest Metropolitan University. See every fee on our Hungary universities page.
University of DebrecenUSD 6,000–10,000 a year2026/27e.g. USD 7,000 for Computer Science or Business Administration, USD 7,500 for engineering.
Application fee€100–200Per universityUsually non-refundable, e.g. €100 at Corvinus, €150 at ELTE and BME, USD 150 at Debrecen; €340 at Semmelweis including the entrance exam.
Entrance examUSD 350University of DebrecenOnly where the university sets a paid exam; many use a free online interview.
Paid before the visaOne semester to 1.5 yearsDebrecen: 1.5 years' tuition for Bangladeshi citizens in programmes under USD 10,000; Corvinus: the first semester or year; MATE: two semesters.

What other costs should you plan for before you fly?

Third-party costs before travelling to Hungary, for Bangladeshi students
CostAmountSet by
Residence permit fee€110Official fee; BDT amount confirmed in counsellingHungary's immigration office (NDGAP), paid at BLS Dhaka; your counsellor confirms the BDT amount in your counselling session
BLS optional servicesBDT 275–4,000Photo 275 · courier 800 or 1,500 · premium lounge 4,000BLS International, Dhaka; only if you choose them
Health insuranceConfirmed in counsellingDepends on your insurerYour insurer; the permit needs proof of comprehensive health cover
AccommodationConfirmed in counsellingDepends on the city and roomDormitory or landlord; some universities ask for housing up front, e.g. €500 at Miskolc, €625 plus a €500 deposit at Dunaújváros
Money in the sponsor's accountNo fixed amount publishedSunrise suggests about BDT 20–25 lakh, and your counsellor confirms the final amountEmbassy of Hungary; shown with 6 months of statements, not a fee
Air ticket, Dhaka to HungaryConfirmed in counsellingDepends on the date and routeAirline

How to read these costs. Official fees are shown as published, with their source. BDT amounts change with the exchange rate. Where a cost depends on your file, it says “Confirmed in counselling”: your counsellor tells you the current amount in your counselling session. Fees can change without notice; check each one before you pay.

Get your exact Hungary cost. Your total depends on your university, how much it wants before the visa, your room and the services you need. A Sunrise counsellor works it out with you, including our processing, in a free face-to-face consultation in Banani or Sylhet. Compare Hungary with other countries in our study abroad cost guide.

Official figures: MATE tuition fees · University of Szeged fees · Corvinus fees · University of Debrecen fees · University of Debrecen: rules for Bangladeshi citizens · NDGAP: procedural fees · BLS Dhaka study checklist. The BDT 20–25 lakh sponsor balance is a Sunrise counsellor guide, not an embassy rule. Last verified (permit fee, Debrecen rule and cost rows: 9 Nov 2026).

Intakes and deadlines

When is the Hungary intake, and how do you apply?

Most Hungarian degree programmes start in September, and some universities also start in February. Each university sets its own application window: for September 2027 the Budapest University of Economics and Business takes applications until 31 May 2027 and ELTE's BSc Computer Science from 1 February to 30 April 2027. Stipendium Hungaricum closes in mid-January.

Hungary application periods for Bangladeshi applicants
Study startApplication periodExamples
September 2027 (main intake)Set by each universityMostly November 2026 to July 2027BUEB 9 Nov 2026 – 31 May 2027; ELTE BSc Computer Science 1 Feb – 30 Apr 2027; IBS by 31 May; Dunaújváros by 31 July
February 2027Closing in November 2026BME until 15 Nov 2026; IBS until 30 Nov 2026; not offered for English programmes at BUEB
Stipendium HungaricumClosed 15 January 2026Last call, for September 2026Online application, then nomination by Bangladesh's Ministry of Education; see Scholarships below

How do you apply to a Hungarian university from Bangladesh, step by step?

  1. Choose a university and programme

    Pick an English-taught programme that fits your grades, English score and budget, and check what the university wants paid before the visa.

    November 2026 – January 2027

  2. Prepare IELTS and documents

    Have your IELTS (or Medium of Instruction certificate), certificates, motivation letter and CV ready, and start MOFA attestation early.

    Before you apply

  3. Apply online

    Submit the application on the university's portal and pay its application fee, usually €100–200.

    Inside the university's window

  4. Entrance exam or interview

    Take the entrance exam or online interview if your programme uses one; some universities review documents only.

    After you apply

  5. Pay tuition and get your admission

    Pay the amount your university asks (from one semester to a year plus a deposit) to receive the admission certificate and visa documents.

    Spring – summer 2027

  6. Submit the residence permit at BLS Dhaka

    Book an appointment at the Hungarian Visa Application Centre run by BLS International in Banani and bring original documents with one photocopy set.

    As soon as you have your admission

  7. Fly to Hungary

    After approval, travel before term starts; your residence permit card is sent by post to your university's address.

    August – September 2027

Sources: BUEB application dates · ELTE BSc Computer Science · BME admission · IBS brochure · University of Dunaújváros · BLS Dhaka study checklist · NDGAP: permit delivered to the institution. Last verified .

Scholarships

Which scholarships can Bangladeshi students get in Hungary?

The main scholarship for Bangladeshi students is Stipendium Hungaricum, the Hungarian government's scholarship. It waives tuition and pays HUF 43,700 a month, with a free dormitory place or HUF 40,000 a month for housing, and Bangladesh's Ministry of Education nominates applicants. Some universities also give their own tuition discounts.

How does Stipendium Hungaricum work for Bangladesh?

  • Levels: bachelor's, master's, one-tier master's and doctoral programmes.
  • Apply: online with up to two programme choices; the last call closed on 15 January 2026, 2 pm CET.
  • Nomination: the Secondary and Higher Education Division of Bangladesh's Ministry of Education is the Sending Partner and sends its list by the end of February.
  • Selection: university entrance exams from mid-March to the end of May; a score of at least 56 out of 100.
  • Results: from the end of June; accept your place by 1 August.
  • Age: applicants born after 31 August 2008 were not eligible for the 2026/27 call.

What does the scholarship pay?

Stipendium Hungaricum benefits for bachelor's and master's students, 2026/27 call
BenefitAmount
TuitionFree
Monthly stipendHUF 43,70012 months a year
HousingFree dormitoryor HUF 40,000 a month
Health insuranceUp to HUF 65,000 a year

University scholarships: International Business School gives 10–100% on bachelor's tuition, Széchenyi István University runs the SODA Scholarship and the University of Miskolc has a scholarship for fee-paying students. See each on our Hungary universities page.

Apply for both routes. Stipendium Hungaricum is competitive, so many students also apply as self-funded students. If you win it, the scholarship certificate is accepted as your proof of funds on the BLS Dhaka checklist. Read the full Stipendium Hungaricum guide for Bangladeshi students.

Sources: Stipendium Hungaricum call for applications 2026/27 · Secondary and Higher Education Division (SHED) · IBS brochure · Széchenyi István University · BLS Dhaka study checklist. Last verified .

Universities

Which Hungarian universities does Sunrise work with?

Sunrise Study Abroad helps Bangladeshi students apply to 16 Hungarian universities: 13 public, such as the University of Debrecen, ELTE and Corvinus, and 3 private, such as Budapest Metropolitan University. Tap one to see its tuition, English level, deadline and entrance test.

All 16 Hungarian universities we work with

See all universities in Hungary Our partner universities

Residence permit

How do you get a Hungary student visa from Bangladesh?

Bangladeshi students apply for a Hungarian residence permit for study at the Hungarian Visa Application Centre run by BLS International in Banani, Dhaka, which serves the Dhaka Office of the Embassy of Hungary in New Delhi. You need your admission certificate, proof of tuition payment, your sponsor's last 6 months of bank statements, accommodation and health insurance. Hungary's immigration office decides.

Which documents does the Hungary residence permit need?

  • Residence permit application form and appendix, signed
  • Passport issued in the last 10 years, valid 3 months beyond your stay, with 2 blank pages
  • Admission certificate, language certificate and proof of tuition payment
  • MOFA-attested latest school certificates, and birth certificate in English with MOFA attestation
  • Scholarship certificate, or the sponsor's last 6 months of bank statements, declaration, proof of relationship and proof of income
  • Proof of accommodation and of comprehensive health cover
  • Flight booking, travel insurance, police clearance, CV, motivation letter and a voluntary-exit statement

Originals only, plus one photocopy set.

Where do you submit, and how long is the permit?

You submit in person at BLS International, 2nd floor, Concord Niharika Tower, Plot 138, Road 4, Block C, Banani, Dhaka, so there is no trip to India. The permit is issued for at least one year or the length of your course, up to three years, and you extend it online in Hungary.

Pay first: universities issue visa documents only after payment; the University of Debrecen asks Bangladeshi citizens in programmes under USD 10,000 for 1.5 years' tuition first. A first application that stalls can still succeed: read how Atik got his permit on the second try, and how Ritu got hers after a four-year study gap.

Family: family members of a student permit holder cannot apply for family reunification on that basis.

Full Hungary student visa guide

Sources: BLS Dhaka study checklist · BLS International Dhaka address · NDGAP: residence of the student · University of Debrecen: visa and residence permit · Embassy of Hungary: family members of students. Last verified .

Work and after study

Can you work in Hungary while studying, and stay after graduation?

Yes. With a residence permit for study you can work up to 30 hours a week in term time, and full-time for up to 90 days (66 working days) a year outside term. After you graduate you can apply for a permit of up to 9 months to look for a job that matches your level of studies.

Work rights for international students in Hungary, during and after study
StageWhat you can doRules
While you studyWork up to 30 hours a weekFull-time for 90 days a year outside termYou need a valid residence permit for study. It is issued for one to three years and you extend it online in Hungary before it expires.
After graduationUp to 9 months to find a jobApply in Hungary at least 15 days before your study permit expires. The permit cannot be extended, and the job must match the level of your studies.
Your familyNo family permit on a student permitFamily members of a student permit holder cannot apply for family reunification on that basis.

Sources: NDGAP: residence of the student (Act II of 2007, s.20(5)) · Stipendium Hungaricum call 2026/27 · Embassy of Hungary: family members of students. Last verified .

Before you apply

What do our Hungary counsellors check before you apply?

These are the six things a Sunrise counsellor checks in your free consultation, before you pay any university fee. Each one can stop a Hungary application from Bangladesh.

Mukta Sultana, Hungary counsellor at Sunrise Study Abroad

Mukta Sultana

Hungary counsellor at Sunrise Study Abroad, who guided Ritu and Atik to their Hungarian residence permits. Go through these six points with her in your free consultation.

  1. Your HSC year and grades

    For a Bachelor's, Sunrise advises HSC GPA 4.00 and accepts a gap for HSC 2021–2026. For a Master's, CGPA 3.00 and a gap of up to 5 years.

  2. Your proof of English

    Most universities want IELTS 5.5; a few accept a Medium of Instruction certificate. We check what your chosen university accepts.

  3. The entrance exam or interview

    Debrecen sets a paid entrance exam and others hold an online interview, so we prepare you for the one your programme uses.

  4. Tuition ready before the visa

    Universities send visa documents only after payment, and Debrecen asks Bangladeshi citizens for 1.5 years' tuition first.

  5. MOFA attestation

    Your latest certificates and an English birth certificate need MOFA attestation for the BLS file, so we start it early.

  6. A strong sponsor file

    Your sponsor's last 6 months of statements, declaration, proof of relationship and proof of income must match and be original.

Not sure where you stand? Send your SSC, HSC or Bachelor's results and IELTS score to a counsellor on WhatsApp 01611878274, or book a free consultation at our Banani or Sylhet office.

Student stories

What do Sunrise students say about studying in Hungary?

Bangladeshi students Sunrise has helped to study in Hungary, in their own words.

Ritu Sarkar talks about her Hungary student visa

Watch

Ritu's Hungary student visa story

Ritu from Keraniganj, Dhaka, passed HSC in 2022 and applied for a bachelor's in 2026. She talks about her four-year study gap, choosing International Business Economics at Budapest Metropolitan University and the documents Sunrise Study Abroad helped her prepare for the residence permit.

In Bangla · Watch on YouTube

Ritu Sarkar, Sunrise Study Abroad student, Budapest Metropolitan University, Hungary
“The difference was my very strong documents, which Sunrise Study Abroad guided me to prepare.”
Ritu Sarkar, Keraniganj, DhakaBA International Business Economics, Budapest Metropolitan University · HSC 2022, four-year study gap · Residence permit 2026
Read Ritu's full journey
Atik Bin Rashid, Sunrise Study Abroad student, University of Debrecen, Hungary
“Thank you so much to Sunrise Study Abroad for helping me reach this stage.”
Atik Bin RashidBSc Business Informatics, University of Debrecen · Residence permit February 2026 on his second try · Left a BBA at North South University
Read Atik's full journey

Shared with Ritu's and Atik's consent. Videos in Bangla; quotes translated from Bengali.

More student stories

FAQ

More questions about studying in Hungary

Ask a Hungary counsellor directly if your question is not here.

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Is studying in Hungary free for Bangladeshi students?

Only with a Stipendium Hungaricum scholarship, which waives tuition and pays HUF 43,700 a month. Self-funded students pay tuition, from about €3,000 a year at MATE's Kaposvár Campus and usually €5,500–7,500 a year at other universities.

How much bank balance do I need for a Hungary student visa?

The BLS Dhaka checklist sets no fixed amount. You show a scholarship certificate, or your sponsor's last 6 months of bank statements with a sponsor declaration, proof of relationship and proof of income, plus proof that your tuition is paid. A Sunrise counsellor checks the right amount for your file.

Can I study in Hungary without IELTS?

At some universities, yes. The Budapest University of Technology and Economics accepts a Medium of Instruction certificate, and the University of Pannonia asks for no test if your previous studies were in English. Most others ask for at least IELTS 5.5.

Is a study gap accepted in Hungary?

Yes, within limits. For a Bachelor's, Sunrise accepts students who passed HSC between 2021 and 2026; for a Master's, a gap of up to 5 years. Sunrise student Ritu passed HSC in 2022 and got her Hungarian residence permit in 2026.

Do I have to go to India for a Hungary student visa?

No. Bangladeshi students submit the residence permit application at the Hungarian Visa Application Centre run by BLS International in Banani, Dhaka, which serves the Dhaka Office of the Embassy of Hungary in New Delhi.

How do I apply for Stipendium Hungaricum from Bangladesh?

You apply online with up to two programme choices by the mid-January deadline (15 January 2026 for the last call), and the Secondary and Higher Education Division of Bangladesh's Ministry of Education nominates candidates by the end of February. Universities then hold entrance exams, and you need at least 56 out of 100.

How many hours can students work in Hungary?

Up to 30 hours a week during term, and full-time for up to 90 days (66 working days) a year outside term, with a residence permit for study.

Can I stay in Hungary after graduation?

Yes, for up to 9 months to look for a job that matches your level of studies. You apply in Hungary at least 15 days before your study permit expires, and this permit cannot be extended.

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