Healthcare
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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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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The Hungarian residence permit is issued based on your plans in Hungary. The procedure will be slightly different in each case, and different supporting documents will be required. The application procedure usually takes 2-3 months, so make sure to apply in time.
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As the fifth wave of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic seems to be passing, restrictions are again relaxed starting from next week. Most importantly, wearing a mask will be no longer required, while employers’ right to demand vaccination is being revoked.
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You do not have a GP in Hungary by default – you must contact one on your own. If you do not have any recommendations, you can start with the GP in charge of the area where you live.
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Whichever vaccine you got, a booster shot might be useful to prevent you catching any of the new coronavirus variants and infecting others. In line with this, getting a third coronavirus shot will now become possible in Hungary.
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The EESZT app has now been updated for Android phones to incorporate the EU green pass as well. Both documents can be saved in the app, so you can show them for inspection even if you do not have internet connection.
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Foreigners living in Hungary without a TAJ number can make an appointment for vaccination online through the EESZT system. Select the date, the place, and your preferred vaccine (currently available: Pfizer, Sinopharm, and Sputnik).
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Private health insurance plans allow you to access private healthcare facilities for a monthly fee. These institutions usually offer higher comfort, shorter waiting periods (if any), and more modern equipment than public hospitals.
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Health insurance is an important concern for all of us, and even more so currently. You may know everything about health insurance fees and coverage in your own country, but how much do you know about the Hungarian system?
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