1.1. Contact organisation
National Directorate-General for Aliens Policing
1.2. Contact organisation unit
Directorate of Legal and Administrative Affairs
Analysis and Coordination Unit
1.3. Contact name
Confidential because of GDPR
1.4. Contact person function
Confidential because of GDPR
1.5. Contact mail address
1117 Budapest Budafoki Street 60. Hungary
1.6. Contact email address
Confidential because of GDPR
1.7. Contact phone number
Confidential because of GDPR
1.8. Contact fax number
Confidential because of GDPR
2.1. Metadata last certified
2 September 2025
2.2. Metadata last posted
2 September 2025
2.3. Metadata last update
2 September 2025
3.1. Data description
Data collection on the residence permits (RESPER) statistics contains statistical information based on the principles stated in the Union legislation on migration Regulation (EC) No 862/2007 as amended by the Regulation (EU) 2020/851 and the Commission Regulation (EU) No 216/2010 implementing the categories of reasons for residence permits.
The main RESPER data collection based on Article 6 of the Migration Statistics Regulation
- First residence permits,
- Residence permits issued on the occasion of changing the immigration status or reason to stay,
- Residence permits valid at the end of the year,
- Long-term residence permits valid at the end of the year,
- Long-term permits issued during the year.
Statistics collected on voluntary basis
- Residence permits issued for family reunification with beneficiaries of protection status.
3.2. Classification system
See table 3.2. in annex ‘Quality report tables RESPER’.
3.3. Coverage - sector
Migration and asylum – Residence permits statistics.
3.4. Statistical concepts and definitions
See table 3.4. in annex ‘Quality report tables RESPER’.
3.5. Statistical unit
Number of applications or permits.
3.6. Statistical population
See table 3.6. in annex ‘Quality report tables RESPER’.
3.7. Reference area
Hungary
3.8. Coverage - Time
See table 3.8. in annex ‘Quality report tables RESPER’.
3.9. Base period
Not applicable.
Number of persons.
Calendar year.
6.1. Institutional Mandate - legal acts and other agreements
The collection, processing, and dissemination of migration statistics in Hungary are governed by national and European legal frameworks.
National legal framework
At the national level, migration statistics are primarily regulated by:
- The Fundamental Law of Hungary – Establishes the constitutional framework for legislation and public administration, including migration policies.
- Act XC of 2023 on the Entry and Residence of Third-Country Nationals – Defines the legal framework for residence permits, asylum applications, and migration-related administrative procedures.
- Government Decree No. 35/2024 (of 29 February) on the Implementation of Act XC of 2023 – Specifies the implementation rules of the new migration law.
- Act I of 2007 on the Admission and Residence of Persons with the Right of Free Movement and Residence – Regulates the entry and residence of EU citizens and their family members.
- Government Decree No. 113/2007 (of 24 May) on the Implementation of Act I of 2007 – Provides details on the practical application of Act I of 2007.
- Government Decree No. 126/2019 (of 30 May) on the Designation and Powers of the Authority Responsible for Aliens Policing – Defines the responsibilities of the National Directorate-General for Aliens Policing (NDGAP).
- Act CL of 2016 on the Code of General Administrative Procedure – Establishes general administrative rules relevant to migration-related decisions and data management.
- Act LXXX of 2007 on Asylum – Governs the legal framework for international protection, asylum procedures, and refugee status determination.
- Government Decree No. 301/2007 (of 9 November) on the Implementation of Act LXXX of 2007 on Asylum – Details the procedural aspects of asylum applications.
- Act LXVI of 1992 on Keeping Records on the Personal Data and Address of Citizens – Regulates the management of population registers, which are essential for migration statistics.
- Government Decree No. 146/1993 (of 26 October) on the Implementation of Act LXVI of 1992 – Provides specific implementation rules regarding personal data and address registration.
European legal framework
At the European level, migration data collection follows the legal requirements set by:
- Regulation (EC) No 862/2007 of the European Parliament and the Council on Community statistics on migration and international protection, which mandates Member States to provide harmonized statistical data to Eurostat.
- Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) No 351/2010, which specifies the categories and definitions for migration statistics.
- Regulation (EU) No 1260/2013 on European demographic statistics, ensuring consistency in demographic and migration data collection across EU Member States.
Data are transmitted to Eurostat in accordance with agreed methodologies and schedules, ensuring comparability and consistency with other EU Member States.
6.2. Institutional Mandate - data sharing
Not applicable.
7.1. Confidentiality - policy
All data used by the Statistics Division are confidential. All statistical staff are bound by confidentiality obligations. The Office has a designated Data Protection Officer.
7.2. Confidentiality - data treatment
IT data protection ensures statistical data and data reporting. The data in the statistical system are anonymised and cannot be used to identify individuals (Data Protection Act and the Office's Data Protection Regulation).
8.1. Release calendar
There is no release calendar for statistics on residece permit statistics. Yearly statistics are available on the website of NDGAP.
8.2. Release calendar access
There is no release calendar for statistics on residece permit statistics.
8.3. Release policy - user access
Yearly statistics are available on the website of NDGAP.
Migration statistics in Hungary are disseminated annually.
Data collection and processing follow the established reporting schedule, and the finalized datasets are submitted to Eurostat on a yearly basis in accordance with the relevant legal requirements and methodological guidelines.
10.1. Dissemination format - News release
Not available.
10.2. Dissemination format - Publications
Data partly disseminated in PDF with annual results on website of the National Directorate-General for Aliens Policing Statisztikák - kiadványfüzetek (gov.hu)
10.3. Dissemination format - online database
Hungary does not maintain a publicly accessible online database for migration statistics. However, data submitted to Eurostat is available through the Eurostat online database under the following link:
Residence permits by reason, length of validity and citizenship:
- All valid permits by reason, length of validity and citizenship on 31 December of each year
- First permits by reason, age, sex and citizenship
Hungary does not track the number of accesses to online databases.
10.3.1. Data tables - consultations
The migration statistics related to residence permits are published in the Eurostat online database under the dataset "migr_res".
However, Hungary does not track the number of consultations of these data tables at the national level.
10.4. Dissemination format - microdata access
Not available.
10.5. Dissemination format - other
Not available.
10.5.1. Metadata - consultations
Not applicable.
10.6. Documentation on methodology
Currently, there are no national methodological papers, summary documents, or handbooks available.
However, Hungary follows the Eurostat guidelines on migration and international protection statistics, which define the methodologies, classifications, and data collection requirements used in the reporting process.
The official Eurostat guidelines for migration statistics can be accessed here: Eurostat Migration Statistics – Metadata and Methodology.
10.6.1. Metadata completeness - rate
Not applicable.
10.7. Quality management - documentation
Not applicable.
11.1. Quality assurance
Statistics are provided by Hungarian authorities to ensure compliance with the requirements of Article 6 of Regulation 862/2007 on Community Statistics on Migration and International Protection. Statistics are based on administrative sources. Before publishing, consistent checks are implemented. As required by Article 9 of the Regulation 862/2007, Member States must report to Eurostat on the data sources used, the reasons for the selection of these sources and the effects of the selected data on the quality of the statistics. Member States shall provide it with all the information necessary to evaluate the quality, comparability and completeness of the statistical information.
11.2. Quality management - assessment
Covers almost the all quality requirements, substantial quality checks are performed.Quality of provided data is good, yet not all breakdowns can be provided.
12.1. Relevance - User Needs
The statistics collected under the Regulation 862/2007 are used in official publications. The Residence permits statistics produced are used by national authorities and organistaions for the development and monitoring of national asylum and immigration procedures, and the projection of the future population and labour force.
At European level, the main users of Residence permits statistics are Eurostat and DG Migration and Home Affairs. These statistics are used in several publications of the Commission, as well as in the preparation of regular reports, policy proposals and analysis. The statistics also provide an input to the European Migration Network (EMN) studies and reports.
12.2. Relevance - User Satisfaction
No feedback available.
12.3. Completeness
See table 12.3. in annex ‘Quality report tables RESPER’.
12.3.1. Data completeness - rate
Not applicable.
13.1. Accuracy - overall
Data are collected from reliable administrative sources. The data is accurate, there is no estimation.
13.2. Sampling error
Not applicable.
13.2.1. Sampling error - indicators
Not applicable.
13.3. Non-sampling error
Migration statistics in Hungary are derived from administrative data sources, not sample surveys.
As a result, non-sampling errors may occur due to incomplete or delayed data reporting, as well as standard data processing procedures.
No statistical adjustments or corrections are applied to compensate for such errors.
However, data consistency is ensured by following Eurostat’s methodological guidelines and performing basic validation checks before submission.
13.3.1. Coverage error
Migration statistics in Hungary are derived from administrative data sources, primarily the registers maintained by the National Directorate-General for Aliens Policing (NDGAP).
The data frame includes all third-country nationals who have applied for or hold a valid residence permit.
Due to the nature of administrative records, undercoverage may occur in cases where certain groups are not included in the database, such as short-term visitors from visa-exempt third countries who are not required to register.
No statistical adjustments are applied to correct these issues. However, administrative procedures and periodic updates help minimize inconsistencies in the data.
13.3.1.1. Over-coverage - rate
Overcoverage may also arise if there is a delay in updating the status of individuals who have left the country.
13.3.1.2. Common units - proportion
Hungary’s migration statistics are entirely based on administrative data sources, and no survey data is used for migration statistics compilation. Therefore, no comparison can be made between administrative and survey-based sources, making this concept not applicable to our data collection process.
13.3.2. Measurement error
Migration statistics in Hungary are derived entirely from administrative data sources, without survey-based data collection.
As a result, classical measurement errors related to survey methodology (e.g., respondent misunderstanding, interviewer mistakes) do not apply.
However, administrative records may contain data entry errors or delays in updating information.
These issues are minimized through internal validation procedures and compliance with Eurostat’s methodological guidelines. No additional statistical corrections are applied to adjust for potential measurement errors.
13.3.3. Non response error
Not applicable.
13.3.3.1. Unit non-response - rate
Migration statistics in Hungary are entirely based on administrative data sources, and no survey-based data collection is conducted.
As a result, classical unit non-response (where respondents fail to return a questionnaire) does not apply.
However, delays or missing records from certain administrative reporting entities may occasionally occur, affecting data completeness.
No statistical imputation is applied to compensate for missing units.
13.3.3.2. Item non-response - rate
Since migration statistics are derived from administrative registers, there are no missing responses due to non-cooperation by individuals.
However, certain data fields may not always be available or fully recorded in administrative systems.
These cases are handled through standard administrative procedures, but no statistical imputation is applied to fill in missing values.
13.3.4. Processing error
Processing errors may occur due to data entry mistakes, delays in updates, or technical issues related to data extraction and transformation.
Standard validation procedures help minimize inconsistencies, and data are checked before submission to Eurostat to ensure compliance with methodological guidelines.
However, no additional statistical corrections or imputations are applied to adjust for potential processing errors.
13.3.5. Model assumption error
Migration statistics in Hungary are entirely based on administrative data sources, and no statistical models or estimation methods are used to define the target population.
As a result, model assumption errors do not apply to our data collection process.
14.1. Timeliness
Data is supplied to Eurostat no later than 7 months after the end of the reference period.
14.1.1. Time lag - first result
Not applicable.
14.1.2. Time lag - final result
Not applicable.
14.2. Punctuality
See table 14.2. in annex ‘Quality report tables RESPER’.
14.2.1. Punctuality - delivery and publication
Not applicable.
15.1. Comparability - geographical
Statistics are comparable between geographical areas within Hungary.
15.1.1. Asymmetry for mirror flow statistics - coefficient
Not applicable.
15.2. Comparability - over time
See table 15.2. in annex ‘Quality report tables RESPER’.
15.2.1. Length of comparable time series
Not applicable.
15.3. Coherence - cross domain
Overall data are coherent across RESPER domains. Exception: Stock figures on beneficiaries of international protection (asylums) are not available.
15.3.1. Coherence - sub annual and annual statistics
Not applicable.
15.3.2. Coherence - National Accounts
Not applicable.
15.4. Coherence - internal
Residence permits data collection is based on administrative sources following almost the same procedures.
The statistics are based on administrative register data sources hence the cost and burden to produce the statistics can be assessed as moderate.
17.1. Data revision - policy
Revision is not planned. If errors are found in the raw data, or subsequent processing and analysis, the data will be corrected.
17.2. Data revision - practice
See table 17.2. in annex ‘Quality report tables RESPER’.
17.2.1. Data revision - average size
Not applicable.
18.1. Source data
See table 18.1. in annex ‘Quality report tables RESPER’.
18.2. Frequency of data collection
Annual.
18.3. Data collection
Acquisition process and validation
- Data is recorded in the NDGAP system either manually by an officer during the application process or, in certain cases, pre-filled by the applicant via an electronic submission system.
- Even when an application is initially submitted electronically, it must be reviewed by an officer during the procedure.
- The recorded information includes personal details and residence permit-related data.
Quality control and validation checks
- Built-in system validations ensure that required fields are completed and meet format constraints.
- The extracted data undergoes additional validation checks before submission, including comparisons with other internal statistics.
- Corrections can be made within a limited timeframe if errors are identified before finalizing the records.
18.4. Data validation
Before publishing the data, consistent validation checks are performed. The uploaded files are also automatically validated by the Eurostat Data Portal.
18.5. Data compilation
Not applicable.
18.5.1. Imputation - rate
Not applicable.
18.6. Adjustment
No adjustments applied.
18.6.1. Seasonal adjustment
No statistical technique applied.
Data collection on the residence permits (RESPER) statistics contains statistical information based on the principles stated in the Union legislation on migration Regulation (EC) No 862/2007 as amended by the Regulation (EU) 2020/851 and the Commission Regulation (EU) No 216/2010 implementing the categories of reasons for residence permits.
The main RESPER data collection based on Article 6 of the Migration Statistics Regulation
- First residence permits,
- Residence permits issued on the occasion of changing the immigration status or reason to stay,
- Residence permits valid at the end of the year,
- Long-term residence permits valid at the end of the year,
- Long-term permits issued during the year.
Statistics collected on voluntary basis
- Residence permits issued for family reunification with beneficiaries of protection status.
2 September 2025
See table 3.4. in annex ‘Quality report tables RESPER’.
Number of applications or permits.
See table 3.6. in annex ‘Quality report tables RESPER’.
Hungary
Calendar year.
Data are collected from reliable administrative sources. The data is accurate, there is no estimation.
Number of persons.
Not applicable.
See table 18.1. in annex ‘Quality report tables RESPER’.
Migration statistics in Hungary are disseminated annually.
Data collection and processing follow the established reporting schedule, and the finalized datasets are submitted to Eurostat on a yearly basis in accordance with the relevant legal requirements and methodological guidelines.
Data is supplied to Eurostat no later than 7 months after the end of the reference period.
Statistics are comparable between geographical areas within Hungary.
See table 15.2. in annex ‘Quality report tables RESPER’.
