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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!

Salaries and payroll taxes in 2025, Hungary

December 11, 2024 Accounting and Finance, Staffing Solutions

Just like every year, minimum wages are being adjusted as of 1 January 2025 so employees can receive a living wage. While employment related taxes do not change, the family tax benefit is increased, and fringe benefits are expanded.

Company modification tips Hungary – Hiring an auditor

June 4, 2024 Accounting and Finance, Company Formation

Company modification is the official procedure through which a lawyer’s help you can change the core data of your Hungarian company with the Company Registry. One of the cases when you need this procedure is when your company is hiring an auditor.

Don’t forget to donate your 1% personal income tax

May 8, 2024 Accounting and Finance, Business Immigration, Charity, Residence Permit, Work Permit

The deadline to report your personal income tax in Hungary is coming up: 21 May 2024, Tuesday. At the same time, you can also donate 1+1% of your taxes. This costs you nothing, and you can support a good cause.

Tax returns season coming up in Hungary

March 8, 2024 Accounting and Finance, Business Immigration, Residence Permit, Work Permit

Tax returns season is starting soon in Hungary. Drafts created by the Tax Authority become available next week; the deadline for submission is 21 May 2024.

Salaries and payroll taxes in 2024, Hungary

January 17, 2024 Accounting and Finance

This year, the minimum wage was increased by 15%, while the guaranteed minimum salary by 10%. No changes were made to payroll taxes in 2024, but there have been some changes to the SZÉP Card.

Report your corporate tax by 31 May in Hungary

May 24, 2023 Accounting and Finance

Are you operating a company in Hungary? Then make sure to report and pay corporate tax for 2022 by 31 May 2023 the latest! You probably have an accountant that helps you with reporting related to your business – get in touch with them to make sure everything is alright.

Flat-rate taxation costs: a comprehensive guide for freelancers in Hungary

January 18, 2023 Accounting and Finance

Flat-rate taxation (or “átalányadó”) is currently the most popular tax regime among freelancers with a relatively low annual revenue. It is not as straightforward as KATA, but it is still simple and low cost compared to other tax regimes.

2023 tax changes in Hungary

January 11, 2023 Accounting and Finance

Are you an expat living, working, or doing business in Hungary? Then it is best if you keep an eye on changes to regulations in case any of them are relevant to you.

Salaries and payroll taxes in 2023, Hungary

January 4, 2023 Accounting and Finance, Staffing Solutions

With the ca. 15% increase to minimum wages in Hungary, you must make sure that the salaries you pay your employees are still above the required minimum, and adjust salaries and labor contracts as necessary.

Duty-free shopping and VAT refund in Hungary

August 31, 2022 Accounting and Finance

Non-EU residents visiting the EU have the option to avoid paying VAT on their purchases in Hungary. This is possible either by shopping duty-free at an airport, or by making purchases at regular stores and reclaiming VAT upon leaving the EU.