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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!

Liquidation: What to do if you no longer need your Hungarian company

June 11, 2025 Business Solutions

When you no longer need your Hungarian company, you have various ways to dispose of it. One way is to sell it, if you find the right buyer. In some cases, however, it might be easiest to liquidate your company – and interestingly enough, liquidation might be easier as well as better than just abandoning it.

Am I eligible for unemployment benefit in Hungary?

May 28, 2025 Work Permit

As a foreigner working in Hungary, you will be eligible for an unemployment benefit only if you are allowed to stay in Hungary once you are out of a job. The other important requirement is having worked at least 360 days over the last 3 years.

Unlike in Spain, the Golden Visa Program remains active in Hungary

May 21, 2025 Hungarian Investment Immigration Program

The Spanish Golden Visa Program was cancelled on April 3, 2025, putting an end to a popular program that offered EU residency through a safe investment. The Hungarian program, however, is still active, accepting new applications.

Hungarian passport ranked among most beautiful in the world

May 14, 2025 Hungarian Citizenship

The Hungarian passport was recently ranked among the most beautiful passports of the world. The attractive design perfectly matches its value, since this passport is consistently among the top 10 travel documents on the Henley passport index.

Rely on our expertise when you apply for the Hungarian Golden Visa

May 7, 2025 Hungarian Investment Immigration Program, Residence Permit

Now that we have completed several golden visa applications successfully, you can rely not only on our 20 years of experience with business, immigration, and investment in Hungary, but also on our specific expertise with the Hungarian Golden Visa Program that offers residency based on investment.

Help us create an expert resource for employers and HR specialists

April 30, 2025 Residence Permit, Staffing Solutions, Work Permit

While the Helpers website is already a great resource regarding residency and work permit applications in Hungary, we have decided to build a new website that would be dedicated to the needs of employers and HR specialists who would like to bring foreign employees to Hungary, available in English and Hungarian. Now we need your input to make it as useful to you as possible.

Make sure to donate your 1% this year too

April 23, 2025 Accounting and Finance, Business Immigration, Charity, Residence Permit, Work Permit

The deadline for filing your tax returns regarding the year 2024 is May 20, 2025. Make sure to submit both your tax returns and the forms that let you donate 1+1% of your personal income tax, and support a good cause in Hungary.

Citizenship by descent programs in Europe

April 9, 2025 Hungarian Citizenship

If you are interested in European citizenship, it makes sense to check if you are eligible for citizenship by descent based on one of your ancestors. Many European countries offer citizenship to descendants of their citizens, and acquiring citizenship this way is usually faster and more comfortable than regular naturalization.

Employing third-country nationals – The basics of a successful work permit application

April 1, 2025 Work Permit

If your business employs foreign nationals in Hungary, you have probably already faced some of the challenges that may typically come up during work permit and residency application processes. Helpers Hungary has 20 years of experience supporting companies with quick, efficient, and lawful assistance in administrative tasks.

Use the Egészségablak app to access your Hungarian healthcare data

March 26, 2025 Residence Permit

As part of electronic administration in Hungary, you can access your healthcare related information not only through the EESZT and the NEAK web portal, but also through the new Egészségablak app on your mobile phone.

New electronic administration system for real estate transactions in Hungary

March 19, 2025 Property Investment, Real Estate Residence Permit

In another step towards the digitalization of administration in Hungary, real estate transactions can now be registered electronically. The new system is expected to replace the old paper-based system by Q4 2025.