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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!

Cultural exam required for Hungarian permanent residency

February 12, 2025 Residence Permit

Starting from 2025, those who apply for permanent residency in Hungary must pass a cultural exam in Hungarian to prove that they are planning to stay in Hungary in the long term.

Permanent residency in Hungary from 2025

February 5, 2025 Residence Permit

The new Hungarian immigration law introduced from 2024 changed how third-country nationals can gain permanent residency in Hungary. They can apply for either the National Residence Card or the EU Residence Card, and new applicants need to pass a cultural exam.

New investment fund approved in the Hungarian Golden Visa program

January 24, 2025 Hungarian Investment Immigration Program, Residence Permit

Hungary has approved the second investment fund as eligible in the Hungarian Golden Visa program. With this, the options for investors are slowly but steadily expanding in the best investment immigration program in Europe.

Fringe benefits in Hungary – Cafeteria 2025

January 22, 2025 Accounting and Finance, Business Planning, Business Solutions, Staffing Solutions

Fringe benefits in Hungary are usually referred to as “cafeteria”. Fringe benefits typically offer better options for taxation than regular salaries, while they can give a boost to specific sectors of domestic economy and contribute to overall transparency.

SZÉP Card in 2025 in Hungary

January 15, 2025 Accounting and Finance

The SZÉP Card is the most popular form of fringe benefits in Hungary, as it boosts specific domestic industries while providing preferential tax options to employers and employees. Since its 2011 introduction, it has undergone various changes. Read on to get an overview of the SZÉP Card in 2025.

What is the DÁP app? New form of gateway introduced to electronic administration in Hungary

January 8, 2025 Residence Permit

Starting from 16 January 2025, the old Ügyfélkapu system will no longer function as an access to government portals in Hungary. Instead, you should switch either to Ügyfélkapu+ or the DÁP app to access electronic administration.

2025 changes to taxes and other relevant regulations in Hungary

January 3, 2025 Accounting and Finance

In Hungary, there are some laws and regulations that get updated every year. These include the minimum wage, and various taxes relevant to income from employment, company operation, and other sources. Read on to get an overview of the most important 2025 changes to taxes and more!

Important update for “employment based” and “guest worker” residence permits in Hungary 2025

January 2, 2025 Residence Permit, Work Permit

While there are many types of residence permits in Hungary that can be received based on employment, the new regulation is relevant only for the ones officially called “residence permit for employment purposes” and “residence permit for guest workers”. Other types of residence and work permits are not concerned this time.

What is the difference between the “guest worker permit” and regular work permits?

December 23, 2024 Residence Permit, Work Permit

Being a “guest worker” in Hungary means different things in everyday language and as a technical term. Learn the difference here.

2025 tax benefit reduction for third-country nationals in Hungary

December 19, 2024 Residence Permit, Work Permit

Starting from 1 January 2025, the three most prominent personal income tax benefits cannot be applied anymore to the salaries of most third-country nationals working in Hungary.