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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!

When do you need an energy performance certificate in Hungary?

August 21, 2024 Budapest Apartments, Commercial real estate, Property Investment, Property Management, Real Estate Residence Permit

If you are looking for a home in Hungary, make sure to ask the seller or the landlord for the energy performance certificate to get a better idea of what living in your new home will be like, and how much you should expect to pay for utilities.

Hungarian residency for financially independent persons

May 22, 2024 Family and Student Visa, Hungarian Citizenship, Hungarian Investment Immigration Program, Real Estate Residence Permit, Residence Permit, Work Permit

Recently, we have been receiving enquiries about Hungarian residency for financially independent persons. While this is a residency option available in several European countries, there is no such program in Hungary. However, you can still choose from several options; get an overview here.

Invest in a real estate fund and get Hungarian residency for 10 years

May 2, 2024 Hungarian Investment Immigration Program, Property Investment, Property Management, Real Estate Residence Permit, Residence Permit

In the Hungarian golden visa program, one of the options that lets you and your family get EU residency and a Schengen visa for 10 years is a EUR 250,000 investment in a real estate fund. But how does that work?

Implementation decree published for the new immigration law

March 1, 2024 Business Immigration, Family and Student Visa, Real Estate Residence Permit, Residence Permit, Work Permit

The new immigration law of Hungary has been in force since 1 January 2024, and finally the implementation decree was also published on 29 February.

Henley Passport Index 2024: Hungarian passport 7th best in world

February 28, 2024 Business Immigration, Hungarian Citizenship, Hungarian Investment Immigration Program, Real Estate Residence Permit, Residence Permit, Work Permit

In 2024, Hungary ranks again among the Top 10 on the Henley Passport Index that lists the most desired passports around the world.

Start looking at properties for your Hungarian golden visa now

February 21, 2024 Budapest Apartments, Hungarian Investment Immigration Program, Property Investment, Real Estate Residence Permit, Residence Permit

The application period for the Hungarian golden visa program starts only in July 2024, but you can and should already start looking for residential real estate in Hungary.

Q&A about the new immigration law in Hungary 3 – Business immigration

December 30, 2023 Business Immigration, Hungarian Investment Immigration Program, Real Estate Residence Permit, Residence Permit, Work Permit

In the third part of our FAQ posts on changes to Hungarian immigration law and its effects on foreigners living, working or doing business in Hungary, we discuss changes specific to business immigration (formerly called "gainful activity" permit). Read below to find out about the new permit types and also what to do if you currently hold a gainful activity permit.

Q&A about the new immigration law in Hungary 2 – Expiring permits

December 30, 2023 Business Immigration, Hungarian Investment Immigration Program, Real Estate Residence Permit, Residence Permit, Work Permit

This is the second part of our series about the 2024 changes to the Hungarian immigration law, and their implications for foreigners living, working, and doing business in Hungary. In this post, we discuss questions about permits expiring in the first months of 2024 -- how and when to renew them and what restrictions apply. Please read carefully, to make sure you don't miss an important deadline.

Questions and answers about the new immigration law in Hungary 1

December 19, 2023 Business Immigration, Hungarian Citizenship, Hungarian Investment Immigration Program, Real Estate Residence Permit, Residence Permit, Work Permit

In this series of articles, our experts are answering frequently asked questions on the changes to the Hungarian immigration law that comes into force in 2024, and their implications for foreigners living, working, and doing business in Hungary.

What’s new in Hungary’s 2024 immigration law?

December 15, 2023 Business Immigration, Family and Student Visa, Hungarian Investment Immigration Program, Real Estate Residence Permit, Residence Permit, Work Permit

As of January 1st, 2024, significant changes to the immigration law are set to reshape the landscape for residency seekers. Learn about the key changes and their implications.