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In our line of business, it is essential to stay up-to-date on regulations and trends, and to keep track of changes in immigration and corporate law. As a Helpers client, you will never miss out on an opportunity or experience delays because of outdated information.

Our news section contains articles on many topics that are of interest to our clients, including immigration law and programs, business and taxation news, as well as practical advice on various aspects of doing business and living in Hungary. Hope you’ll find it useful!

Guest investor residency announced in Hungary

New Hungarian golden visa program announced for investors

Wednesday, 15 November, 2023

Today, the Hungarian government has published plans to introduce a new golden visa option for investors (known in Hungarian as “guest investor residence permit”), making this the latest and most attractive investment residency program in the EU.

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KGFB is mandatory MTPL in Hungary

KGFB: motor third-party liability insurance in Hungary

Tuesday, 31 October, 2023

Motor third party liability insurance is required for every motor vehicle running on public roads in Hungary. This type of insurance is called KGFB in Hungarian, and you can switch providers once a year: in November.

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EES and ETIAS launch postponed again

ETIAS and EES: new timeline announced for European border control

Wednesday, 25 October, 2023

The ETIAS and the EES are electronic administrative systems that were meant to provide better European border control. Their introduction has again been pushed back, this time to the end of 2024.

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Budapest expats - census Hungary 2022

Budapest: a multicultural city – Census 2022 results

Wednesday, 18 October, 2023

According to the results of the last census, the number of foreign nationals living in Budapest as well as Hungary has been growing steadily over the last 20 years. In some of the more popular districts, almost a quarter of the residents are foreigners.

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The yellow check in Hungary is a postal payment slip

The “yellow check”: postal payment slips in Hungary

Wednesday, 11 October, 2023

The yellow check in Hungary is in fact a postal payment slip that lets people without a bank account complete payments. Learn how it works.

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Heating at the office in Hungary

Heating at the office – winter work safety in Hungary

Thursday, 5 October, 2023

While fall is warm and mild this year, we are already in the season where heaters will inevitably be switched on all over Hungary. Since temperature is an essential element of an appropriate working environment, heating at the office will play an important role in the health as well as the productivity of your employees.

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Hungary allows multiple citizenships

Does Hungary allow multiple citizenships?

Wednesday, 27 September, 2023

Yes, Hungary allows not only dual, but also multiple citizenships. There is no limit on the number of countries you can be a citizen of beside Hungarian citizenship. However, there is a few things you should watch out for.

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Do I get a refund on my pension payments in Hungary

Do I get a refund on my taxes intended to cover pension payments upon leaving Hungary?

Wednesday, 20 September, 2023

If you leave Hungary before you reach retirement age, you do not get a refund on these taxes. However, you will be compensated depending on where you retire.

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Update your address on your Hungarian accommodation slip

Update your address on your Hungarian accommodation slip

Wednesday, 13 September, 2023

Citizens have an address card to state where they live, while third country nationals have an accommodation slip. If you move to a new place, your data should be updated with the Immigration Office. Starting from this year, you can do that fully online.

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Renew your expiring TAJ card – Social security in Hungary

Renew your expiring TAJ card – Social security in Hungary

Thursday, 7 September, 2023

Is there an expiration date on your Hungarian social security card? If yes, make sure to get a new TAJ card before it expires so you remain eligible for healthcare services in Hungary.

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