Category: Family and Student Visa

New immigration bill in Hungary for 2024

How does the new immigration bill affect employment of foreigners in Hungary

Wednesday, 29 November, 2023

The government has recently proposed a reform to immigration law in Hungary. While the Parliament is still debating the proposal, nothing is final, and experts and market players are also being consulted in on the topic.

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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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When do you need an immigration lawyer in Hungary?

When do you actually need an immigration lawyer in Hungary?

Wednesday, 19 July, 2023

You do not necessarily need an immigration lawyer in Hungary to apply for residency or citizenship: your case is normally in better hands with an immigration agency such as Helpers. At the same time, in some cases we will also direct you to a trusted lawyer partner.

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Do you need an immigration lawyer in Hungary?

Do you need an immigration lawyer in Hungary?

Wednesday, 12 July, 2023

When planning to apply for Hungarian residency or citizenship, many people start looking for an immigration lawyer. However, you do not necessarily need a lawyer just for your application; you might be better off with the expert help of an immigration agency that can provide comprehensive service.

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Residency for blended families in Hungary

Family unification for blended families in Hungary

Wednesday, 25 January, 2023

When you immigrate to Hungary, it is normal to bring your family. Your spouse and underage children can always join you with a procedure called family unification. That also applies to blended families and stepchildren.

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Working hours for student residency in Hungary

Working hours for student residency holders increased in Hungary

Wednesday, 14 September, 2022

Third-country nationals studying in Hungary are allowed to work beside their studies. The number of officially approved working hours has just increased, so now you are allowed to work 30 hours a week without forfeiting your student residency.

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options for people fleeing Ukraine

Overview of current status and available options for people fleeing Ukraine towards Hungary – March 20, 2022

Monday, 21 March, 2022

At the moment, Hungary is receiving people from Ukraine who fall into four major categories. Each category offers different options for staying in Hungary.

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When to switch from family unification to work permit in Hungary

Work permit and family unification in Hungary: when to switch?

Monday, 16 August, 2021

Family unification lets the third-country national spouse and underage children of the main residency holder move to Hungary. However, with time the spouse may wish to start working too. How to do it right?

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Live in Hungary without citizenship

Options other than citizenship if you want to live in Hungary

Tuesday, 12 June, 2018

If you want to live in Hungary, you do not necessarily need to become a citizen: you can get residency as well, based on various activities.

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stay in Hungary after you graduate

Stay in Hungary after you graduate: “Study-to-work” residence permit

Friday, 9 March, 2018

Are you studying in Hungary as an international student? Have you ever wondered if you could stay in Hungary after you graduate? Just find a work or start a business in Hungary – you have 9 month for that with the new “study-to-work” residence permit.

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