Stay informed on business and immigration in Hungary

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Our blog contains news on immigration law and programs, business and taxation changes, as well as practical advice on various aspects of doing business and living in Hungary. We work hard to post about any relevant new information within hours, making the Helpers blog an essential resource. We also react to frequently asked questions by clients and partners, so please use the search function or the keyword filter below. And if you still have questions, contact us!

EU residency for UK citizens after Brexit

December 20, 2019 Residence Permit

If all goes well, if you register as a resident of Hungary before the end of the transition period, you can keep all your rights associated with the EU registration card after 1 January 2021.

The benefits of Hungarian company formation

December 17, 2019 Company Formation

Are you wondering where you should open a company in Europe? Choose Hungary! Opening an LLC in Hungary is simple and fast, so it offers a time- and cost-effective solution when moving your business operation to Europe.

Hungarian residency bond refund and residency renewal

December 9, 2019 Hungarian Investment Immigration Program, Residence Permit

Became eligible for Hungarian permanent residency through the purchase of Hungarian government bonds? Then check on your investment agency and make sure to renew your permit.

Standard salaries in Hungary – How much should you pay your employees?

November 28, 2019 Staffing Solutions

We will assist you from the first steps of recruitment to the last: we help you formulate the position, define a salary range based on standard salaries, post the advertisement, screen applicants, and even provide a basic employment contract.

New requirement: minimum stay in Hungary for residence permit holders

November 5, 2019 Residence Permit

According to new regulation, you must actually spend half of your time in Hungary to stay eligible for residency renewal. The minimum stay requirement is defined in 90 days in any 180 days.

Bank holidays in Hungary in 2020

November 4, 2019 Staffing Solutions

In 2020, many bank holidays fall on weekends. However, Sundays that are bank holidays are different from regular Sundays. On bank holiday Sundays, shops are typically closed, and if you need employees to work, different wage supplements will apply.

Municipal elections in Hungary 2019 – Are you eligible to vote?

October 9, 2019 Other

If you are eligible for voting at the municipal elections, you were automatically added to the list of local voters when you registered your address. This means you have received a letter from the local government stating the time and date of the elections, together with the venue where you can cast your vote.

Immigrate to Europe from South Africa

September 20, 2019 Business Immigration, Residence Permit

In Hungary, you can buy property regardless of nationality. Whether you want to buy real estate for rental purposes, as the headquarters of your business, or as a home for your family, you will find that Hungary offers attractive options, for fraction prices compared to Western Europe.

How to reduce payroll taxes in Hungary in 2019?

September 9, 2019 Accounting and Finance

Employ disadvantaged workers and reduce the payroll taxes your Hungarian company pays to make your Hungarian operation more cost-effective.

Hungarian company formation trends in 2019

August 21, 2019 Company Formation

Hungarian company formation was more popular in the first quarter of 2019 than anytime since 2014. The increasing number of incorporations, together with a recent decrease in the number of company dissolutions shows a positive trend altogether.