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Paid time off or PTO in Hungary

Paid time off or PTO is an integral part of labor law in Hungary. Workers need time off to rest, to heal, or to take care of emergencies without compromising their livelihood. The number of days available for PTO each year depends on various factors.

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The cake of Hungary 2024

Every year, a contest is held to select the cake of Hungary. The decision is made early August, in time for the 20 August celebrations. The holiday is sometimes also jokingly called the birthday of Hungary – since the date commemorates the foundation of Hungary more than a 1,000 years ago. The winner of the contest will be available all over Hungary during the celebrations and in the following period.

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The cake of Hungary 2024

Every year, a contest is held to select the cake of Hungary. The decision is made early August, in time for the 20 August celebrations. The holiday is sometimes also jokingly called the birthday of Hungary – since the date commemorates the foundation of Hungary more than a 1,000 years ago. The winner of the …

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Did you know that Budapest is Central Europe’s film capital?

These days Hungary is quite a popular filming location for international blockbusters due to the advanced infrastructure, the attractive tax constructions, and the stunning locations. There is a chance that at least part of your favorite movie was shot here too.

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Mayday or Labor Day? What is celebrated on 1 May in Hungary?

If you look at your Hungarian calendar, you will see 1 May marked in red ink, and indicated as Labor Day. It is a public holiday in Hungary, and it is celebrated by various festivities, amusements, parades, and sometimes – demonstrations? How does that make sense?

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Tax returns season coming up in Hungary

Tax returns season is starting soon in Hungary. Drafts created by the Tax Authority become available next week; the deadline for submission is 21 May 2024.

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Hungarian Nobel Prize winners

Hungary has given the world several Nobel Prize winners, who each contributed to making the world a better place through their significant contributions to science and art. Unfortunately, many of them achieved their successes while working outside Hungary. Some of them were not born in Hungary, but are considered Hungarian due to their upbringing and ancestry.

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KGFB: motor third-party liability insurance in Hungary

Motor third party liability insurance is required for every motor vehicle running on public roads in Hungary. This type of insurance is called KGFB in Hungarian, and you can switch providers once a year: in November.

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Toll stickers for your Hungarian company car

In Hungary, most highways are toll roads, meaning you need to pay a toll while driving them. That is done easiest by buying a toll sticker for the vehicle, which can function as a weekly, monthly, or yearly turnpike pass for your company car.

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