Wednesday, 3 January, 2024
Learn about the new options available to third-country nationals who currently hold or have been planning to apply for a work permit.
Read MoreSaturday, 30 December, 2023
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.
Read MoreSaturday, 30 December, 2023
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.
Read MoreFriday, 29 December, 2023
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.
Read MoreFriday, 15 December, 2023
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.
Read MoreWednesday, 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.
Read MoreWednesday, 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.
Read MoreWednesday, 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.
Read MoreWednesday, 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.
Read MoreThursday, 17 August, 2023
When you apply for the Hungarian residence permit, you need to indicate where you are going to live. Most people rent a home for themselves, but staying with a friend is also an option. The courtesy agreement is the document you can present to the immigration office instead of a rental agreement.
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