Healthcare

Social security contribution in Hungary

Social security contribution is supposed to cover social services in Hungary including pensions, allowances, and public healthcare. It is most obvious as a payroll tax at 18.5% of the gross salary, which employers deduct and forward to the authorities on behalf of their employees. At the same time, it is also paid by self-employed people, and sometimes its rate may be higher due to minimum expectations.

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Page launch: Taxes in Hungary with Helpers Finance

Here at Helpers we are trying to make Hungarian administration easier to navigate. Now we have created a new page listing taxes relevant to most Hungarian companies so that company owners can get a quick overview of what to expect when setting up their business in Hungary.

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How to donate blood as a foreigner in Hungary?

Blood is indispensable in modern medicine. It cannot be replaced by anything else, so blood donors provide invaluable help to their community. Blood cannot be stored for too long, so it is essential that blood donations remain continuous throughout the year. If you want to donate blood as a foreigner in Hungary, learn the basics here.

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Pink social security booklet abolished from January 2026

The pink social security booklet that is used to register social security payments will become obsolete in January 2026. It has been made redundant thanks to the digitalization of payroll related administration in Hungary, and now employers must update their workflows in preparation for its phase-out.

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Who pays social security cash benefits to your employees?

Under specific circumstances, your employees are entitled to receive cash benefits from the social security system. Social security allowances are usually paid directly by the Treasury, but in some cases, the employer can become a paying agent for them.

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Am I eligible for unemployment benefit in Hungary?

As a foreigner working in Hungary, you will be eligible for an unemployment benefit only if you are allowed to stay in Hungary once you are out of a job. The other important requirement is having worked at least 360 days over the last 3 years.

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Use the Egészségablak app to access your Hungarian healthcare data

As part of electronic administration in Hungary, you can access your healthcare related information not only through the EESZT and the NEAK web portal, but also through the new Egészségablak app on your mobile phone.

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Disability benefit for the personal income tax in Hungary

To support people who live with severe health conditions, Hungary offers them a special type of personal income tax benefit. The disability benefit reduces the personal income tax one has to pay, increasing the net salary of employees.

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Renew your expiring TAJ card – Social security in Hungary

Is there an expiration date on your Hungarian social security card? If yes, make sure to get a new TAJ card before it expires so you remain eligible for healthcare services in Hungary.

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Renew your expiring TAJ card – Social security in Hungary

Is there an expiration date on your Hungarian social security card? If yes, make sure to get a new TAJ card before it expires so you remain eligible for healthcare services in Hungary.

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