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The pink social security booklet will be abolished in Hungary

In another win for the digitalization of Hungarian administration, the pink social security booklet is finally being abolished as of January 2026. The information it contains is now safely managed by various government agencies, so the booklet has been redundant for some time. Instead, a new online platform will be created where employers can still check data if that is relevant to them.

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What does quiet vacationing mean for your Hungarian company?

Quiet vacationing is a trend that gets more and more prevalent in the U.S. It refers to taking time off without formally reporting it, often by pretending to still be working. Obviously, this is not good for business, but the reason why is more complex than it seems at first glance.

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Regular health checkups at the Hungarian workplace

In Hungary, employers are required to make sure that their employees are healthy and stay healthy while they are performing work for the company. This is done through regular health checkups which are organized by the employer.

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Child benefits in Hungary

In Hungary, child-rearing is supported in various ways. One of them is a lengthy maternity leave discussed in our previous article. Another one is the system of child benefits available to new mothers and parents.

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Paid time off and unpaid leave at your Hungarian company

If you have employees working for your Hungarian company, they will be entitled to paid time off in line with Hungarian labor law. PTO is not an option: you as an employer must make sure that your employees have taken all their PTO by the end of each year.

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Maternity leave and benefits in Hungary

When a child is born, mothers are eligible for 24 weeks of maternity leave in Hungary. During and after their leave, they may receive maternity benefits from the state. At the same time, both parents become eligible for extra days of PTO and other forms of leave and benefits.

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How to keep your office cool and comfortable in summer

Summer is here, and air-conditioners are running in most workplaces. The temperature in the office doesn’t just affect comfort – it also impacts your employees’ health and productivity. That’s why there are rules in place to make sure workplace temperatures stay safe and appropriate.

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New payment transparency rules coming in 2026

To reduce the gender pay gap in the EU, a new payment transparency directive is on its way, which should be implemented in all member states by June 2026. In turn, employers will need to implement various measures to increase transparency, while the new rules will improve employees’ position in bargaining for better salaries.

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Employing executives at your Hungarian company

As your Hungarian company is growing, you might want to distribute leadership duties and increase the number of executives either by way of promoting existing employees or employing executives as new hires. However, executive employees have different rights and protections, while a promotion may affect the work permit status of an employee.

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How to make an employment contract in Hungary

When you make your first hire at your Hungarian company, you will need an employment contract to formalize the agreement between you and your employee. Here you can find a quick guide about what to include, as well as some practical advice.

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