How long do the Hungary WHV quotas last?

Volare Editorial | March 22, 2026

Vacancy availability is one of the determining factors when deciding when to start the procedures for the Working Holiday Visa in Hungary. Because each country has a bilateral agreement with specific annual quotas, the rate at which these are exhausted varies considerably according to local demand and the migration cycle.

Quota availability by country groups

Below, we detail the historical behavior and the current status of vacancies according to the applicant's nationality:

• Group 1: Argentina According to the most recent data from the National Directorate for Aliens Policing (OIF), the quota for Argentine citizens is almost exhausted. For this reason, interested parties are required to consult consular availability directly before proceeding with the payment of fees or the management of procedures that require financial investment.

• Group 2: Chile Historically, Chile is one of the countries that exhausts its vacancies most quickly, sometimes in a matter of weeks or a few months after the cycle opens. It is essential for Chilean applicants to have all their documentation ready before the application period begins.

• Group 3: South Korea Quotas for this country are usually sufficient to cover current demand. Generally, vacancies remain available throughout the annual cycle, allowing for more flexible planning.

• Group 4: Australia, Colombia, Ecuador, Hong Kong, Japan, New Zealand, and Taiwan In these territories, availability remains stable. Quotas usually last for a large part of the year, making it easier for young people to apply at different times of the calendar without immediate pressure due to the exhaustion of spots.

Travel logistics and flight ticket reservation

Regardless of the availability of quotas at the time of application, the process requires rigorous logistical planning. It is a requirement to present a flight ticket reservation (round trip) to obtain visa approval. In case the return ticket has not been purchased, the possession of additional economic funds that ensure its purchase at the end of the allowed 12-month stay must be demonstrated.

To check quota availability in real-time and find out the opening dates for new cycles, you can visit the official Working Holiday Visa Hungary section.