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Maternity leave is a form of unpaid leave in Hungary during which mothers can apply for allowances from the state. New mothers can spend at least 6 weeks with their babies, during which you cannot terminate their employment relationship. This is true even for third-country national employees, and it is not supposed to affect existing work permits either.
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In an attempt to better support families in Hungary, various tax benefits have been introduced and then extended over recent years. One of them is the tax exemption for mothers, which allows women to avoid paying personal income tax based on their age and the number of their children. Eligibility conditions have been being broadened, and the trend is expected to continue in coming years.
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In Hungary, the start of the year is always about updates to regulations. Business owners especially should watch out for updates that might be relevant to your business operation, although some changes are relevant to natural persons too. Below you can find a quick overview with links to more detailed descriptions. Read on!
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Fringe benefits are a form of compensation apart from a salary. They are typically available for specific purposes and at tax rates lower than those of regular salaries. If you are interested in applying them at your Hungarian company, consult your accountant to see if they indeed provide a cost-effective solution for your business.
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Start the new year by getting up to speed regarding new regulations that may affect your company operation in Hungary. Read on to get a summary, and let us know if you need help with business setup, administration, or accountancy.
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Every year, minimum wages are adjusted so employees can receive a living wage despite inflation. This year, employment related taxes do not change, so business costs will increase in proportion with the increase that has come into effect as of January 1, 2026.
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The new year has arrived, and several changes announced throughout last year have come into force now. See our summary here and start the new year fully compliant with HR and payroll related regulations.
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In Hungary, the minimum wage is raised every year in an attempt to keep up with inflation and increasing living costs so it remains a living wage. It is always the result of ongoing negotiations between the representatives of employees, employers, and the government. The new minimum wage for 2026 has just been announced – let’s see how it will affect your Hungarian business.
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Operating a business in Hungary? Then get ready for the new year by learning about bank holidays. There are 13 of them each year, and in 2026 there will be 3 working Saturdays that allow for the creation of long weekends. Employees will be more interested in taking their PTO on and around holidays, and if your business is open at that time, wage supplements will apply.
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The SZÉP Card, the most popular fringe benefit in Hungary, will again include groceries in its scope between December 2025 and April 2026. This is the third time the scope of the SZÉP Card has been extended this way over the last few years, and it is again a temporary measure, timed to support the holiday shopping and party season.
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