Wednesday, 14 December, 2016
If you want to set-up a company in the EU, Hungary has been the best choice for a long time. Now running a business in Hungary will become even more economical thanks to new legislation on 9% corporate tax from 2017.
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After you have passed all your exams, you probably want to forget about textbooks and classes and just have fun for a while. Luckily, Hungary offers a range of summer events, including various music festivals in all sorts of locations and musical genres, so you can be sure to find your favorite.
Read MoreThursday, 8 December, 2016
In Hungarian primary and secondary schools, the school year starts on the 1st of September and ends on the 15th of June. At universities, the exact start of the academic year can vary a little, but it is usually divided into two semesters.
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A residence permit based on business ownership in Hungary is usually granted for a year. During this year, you’ll have to do the groundwork and launch your business, and show the Immigration Office that your business is sustainable and profitable, so that it provides the necessary means for you to live in Hungary.
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For UK citizens living or doing business abroad, Brexit is likely to have a host of negative consequences. Hungary, boasting the lowest corporate tax in Europe, has long been an attractive country for UK investors. Since the country is a permanent member of EU and the Schengen area, with no intention to leave, as a UK investor, you can combine all its advantages
Read MoreThursday, 8 December, 2016
The rental market is booming, and many apartment owners prefer to rent to a Hungarian who they can talk to in person, and who they believe knows local customs better. The situation is even more difficult when you are trying to rent a place before arriving to Hungary: the fact that they cannot see you in person dissuades many people from signing a contract with you.
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Hungary has a long-standing cafe-culture, but while this used to be an afternoon or evening pastime, expats and young Hungarian professionals have created a trend to have breakfast or brunch at their favorite cafe.
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When deciding if you want to rent an apartment or a house or buy one, there are several questions to consider. Do you plan to spend a lot of time there? Would you also use it as your office? Would you prefer to be able to use it for a vacation rental when you are not using it yourself?
Read MoreThursday, 8 December, 2016
Since more and more tourists prefer to rent an apartment rather than staying at hotels, buying a small apartment to be converted into a vacation rental is an excellent investment opportunity in Hungary.
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There are a lot of Iranian students and residents in Budapest, the capital of Hungary. While they are happy to explore the lifestyle and cuisine of Hungary, they also miss the taste of home. However, there are very few Iranian or Persian stores that sell the ingredients for a traditional home-cooked meal.
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