Payment
Tuition and other fees at Wesley János College of Theology can be paid via international bank transfer. We kindly ask our international students to use the following account details when making payments from abroad.
Please ensure that your name and student ID (if available) are included in the payment reference to help us correctly identify your transfer.
For payments in Hungarian Forints (HUF):
Account Holder: Wesley János Lelkészképző Főiskola
IBAN (HUF): HU69 1170 8001 2056 2292 0000 0000
BIC (SWIFT) Code: OTPVHUHB
For payments in Euros (EUR):
Account Holder: Wesley János Lelkészképző Főiskola
IBAN (EUR): HU16 1176 3842 0017 2882 0000 0000
BIC (SWIFT) Code: OTPVHUHB
If you have any questions or require a payment confirmation, please contact our Registrar’s Office:
📧 Email: tanulmanyi@wjlf.hu
📞 Phone: +36 1 577 0506
We recommend initiating your payment well in advance to ensure it arrives by the tuition deadline.
How to open a bank account in Hungary?
Opening a bank account in Hungary is a straightforward process and is highly recommended for international students staying for more than a few months. Having a local account makes it easier to manage everyday expenses, receive scholarship payments, and avoid international transaction fees.
To open a Hungarian bank account, you will typically need the following documents:
A valid passport or national ID
A Hungarian address (temporary or permanent residence)
A valid student status certificate (can be requested from the Registrar’s Office)
Your tax identification number (some banks may request this)
Most major banks offer student-friendly account packages with no or low monthly fees. English-speaking assistance is often available at larger branches, especially in Budapest.
We recommend visiting a bank in person to discuss your options. If you need help obtaining the necessary documents or choosing a bank, feel free to contact the Registrar’s Office or your student mentors.
Here are a few banks with English-speaking service and student-friendly options:
OTP Bank
The largest Hungarian bank with wide ATM and branch coverage. Some branches offer English-speaking staff.K&H Bank
Known for their mobile banking and international student support.Erste Bank
Offers youth and student accounts; user-friendly online banking interface.Raiffeisen Bank
Good service and online tools; some branches have English-speaking advisors.CIB Bank
Part of the Intesa Sanpaolo Group, offers online account management in English.
How to get a Hungarian tax number?
To open a bank account or work part-time in Hungary, you will need a Hungarian tax identification number (TIN).
Steps to get one:
Visit the local office of the National Tax and Customs Administration (NAV – Nemzeti Adó és Vámhivatal)
All districts have a local office
The John Wesley Dormitory is situated in the 8th district – NAV office is at 59 Baross Street, Budapest 1082Bring the following documents:
Passport or ID
Residence permit (if applicable)
Hungarian address
Completed form ‘T34’ (you can fill it out at the office)
Receive your TIN card
– You will be given a temporary certificate, and your plastic card will arrive by post within a few weeks.
If you need assistance with the process, don’t hesitate to ask for help at the Registrar’s Office or your student mentor.