Immigration

Henley Passport Index 2023: Hungary still in Top 10

This year again, Hungary ranks in the Top 10 of the Henley Passport Index, making it one of the most desired passports around the world. Read on to learn what that means and how you can take advantage of it.

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First results from the 2023 Census of Hungary: population and homes

The Hungarian Central Statistical Office has published the first results of the census conducted last fall in Hungary. The first data pertain to the number of people and homes.

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Severance pay in Hungary

Severance pay refers to a payment an employee shall receive upon termination of their employment. In Hungary, it applies after at least 3 years of employment, while a few other conditions must be met too.

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EES 2023: new EU travel rules coming soon

A new IT solution is planned to be introduced in Europe that is supposed to simplify the monitoring of who enters and leaves the EU. The Entry/Exit System, or EES for short, is planned to be implemented starting from May 2023, and it would replace the current passport stamping practice.

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Austria-Hungary and your Hungarian citizenship

If you are applying for Hungarian citizenship based on ancestry, there is a chance that your ancestor was not born in present-day Hungary. This is because the territory of Hungary shrank significantly after World War I, whereas its predecessor, Austria-Hungary sprawled over most of Central Europe. If your ancestor identified as Hungarian, however, you may still qualify for citizenship without problems.

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How to use AVDH to verify your documents in Hungary

Normally, you can verify your various documents with your signature. In online spaces, however, you need a different method. The AVDH function available through your Ügyfélkapu access provides just that, accepted by most Hungarian service providers.

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Digital citizenship in Hungary – How will electronic administration change?

The Hungarian government has recently approved the National Digital Citizenship Program that aims at creating more accessible online administration spaces. The first strategic phase is set to start in 2023 and end in 2026.

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Child benefits for foreign workers in Hungary

Foreign employees living in Hungary based on a work permit are eligible for the same tax benefits as Hungarian citizens. This applies to child benefits too, which might be relevant if the family of an employee is also in Hungary on residency for family unification.

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Family unification for blended families in Hungary

When you immigrate to Hungary, it is normal to bring your family. Your spouse and underage children can always join you with a procedure called family unification. That also applies to blended families and stepchildren.

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Traditional Christmas pastries in Hungary

Christmas is approaching quickly. If you are in Hungary and invited to a Christmas party, you will most probably come across one or more of our staple Christmas pastries. Can you match each to our cover image? Make sure to try them if you get the chance. Mézeskalács (Gingerbread, or in fact, “Honeybread” in Hungarian) …

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