🛂 Visa comparison
Hungary vs Indonesia digital nomad visa
Two of the nomad visas Americans compare most, side by side: what each asks for, how long it lasts, where it leads, and what life costs in each country.
The short version
- Hungary's income bar is lower: about $3,447 a month vs $5,000.
- Life is cheaper in Indonesia: from $787 a month all-in in Denpasar, vs $1,770 in Budapest.
Side by side
| Measure | 🇭🇺 Hungary | 🇮🇩 Indonesia |
|---|---|---|
| 🛂 Visa | White Card | E33G Remote Worker KITAS |
| 💵 Income needed | €3,000/mo (last 6 months) | $60,000/yr (official), sources conflict, some cite lower; verify at application |
| ≈ In US dollars | $3,447/mo | $5,000/mo |
| 💳 Fees | ~€110 | ~$150-400 all-in |
| ⏳ Length | 1 yr | 1 yr |
| 🔁 Renewal | Yes, +1 yr (2 yrs max) | Yes |
| 🏠 Path to residency | No, White Card years don't count toward PR | KITAS years can build toward KITAP (PR) on some routes |
| 🧾 Tax once resident | 🟡 Moderate · Worldwide income, top 15% | 🟡 Moderate · Local income only, top 35% |
| 🗓️ Visa-free visit first | 90 days | 30 days |
| 💰 Cheapest city, all-in | $1,770 · Budapest | $787 · Denpasar |
General reference, not immigration or tax advice. Income figures in US dollars are converted at current rates from each visa's own requirement; confirm with the consulate before applying.