Citizenship

New immigration law in Hungary leaves Citizenship Act intact

A new immigration law took effect in Hungary on January 1, 2024, but it has no bearing on Hungarian citizenship applications, which are governed by a different law. Therefore, individuals contemplating Hungarian citizenship can proceed with their planned processes.

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New immigration law does not affect Hungarian citizenship applications

The Hungarian Citizenship Act of 2010 remains intact, so anyone with Hungarian ancestors can apply for citizenship and easily get an EU passport.

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What to expect at the Hungarian citizenship exam?

When you apply for Hungarian citizenship through regular naturalization, you need to pass an exam as part of the application procedure. During this Hungarian citizenship exam, applicants must demonstrate how well they know the history of Hungary and how public administration works.

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Does Hungary allow multiple citizenships?

Yes, Hungary allows not only dual, but also multiple citizenships. There is no limit on the number of countries you can be a citizen of beside Hungarian citizenship. However, there is a few things you should watch out for.

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The cake of Hungary

20 August is one of the most important national holidays in Hungary. First and foremost, it celebrates the foundation of Hungary, for which it has been dubbed as the birthday of Hungary. As such, it is just natural that the event needs an official cake of Hungary – which is selected yearly.

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Hungarian people in the U.S. eligible for Hungarian citizenship

Currently more than 1.4 million people living in the U.S. consider themselves Hungarian. Thanks to the Citizenship Act of Hungary, most of them are eligible for Hungarian citizenship, and with that, for a passport that grants visa-free travel to 185 countries around the world.

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Do you need an immigration lawyer in Hungary?

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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Join our free webinar on Hungarian citizenship on 27 June 2023

Do you have questions about how you could gain Hungarian citizenship? Now is your chance to ask an expert. Join a session with one of our experts on YouTube, ask your questions in the chat module, and learn everything you want to know.

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Regular naturalization in Hungary

Naturalization is the official term for obtaining citizenship. The more ties you have to Hungary, the sooner and easier you can become a citizen. However, eventually you become eligible even if your only tie is living here; that is when we talk about regular naturalization.

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How much time does it take to become an EU citizen by descent?

If you are looking for an EU passport, you might start by taking a look at your family tree. Many EU countries offer citizenship if one or more of your ancestors were local citizens. The procedure varies country by country, meaning not only requirements but also processing time.

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