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The European Commission is working hard to make the EU more competitive in the global market. As part of this effort, they have introduced the concept of the 28th regime, a virtual state besides the existing 27 member states. Through this, EU businesses could easily expand from their home country to the EU market by setting up an EU Inc. business.
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Every Hungarian citizen is allowed to vote in the upcoming general elections. Voter registration is supposed to be automatic, and depending on whether you have a Hungarian permanent address, you will be able to vote either in mail or at the consulate closest to where you live.
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Do athletes have to compete for their country of origin?
With the Winter Olympics ongoing between February 6 and 22, 2026, you will see many athletes competing for countries other than their birthplace. Since the Olympics are supposed to be the competition of nations, this might seem at odds with the purpose of the games. So how does this work? Let us explain!
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Even though Hungary is just a small country in the heart of Europe, Hungarian culture has made significant contribution to music as well as science and literature. In our latest article, let us present you a few contemporary composers whose music you have certainly heard. If not yet, check it out now.
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With the season for filing your tax returns for 2025 coming up in Hungary, we have prepared a quick summary of deadlines, complete with explanations of the most important concepts and tasks. Personal income tax, tax benefits, tax residency, and options for filing your tax returns explained in one place.
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You can only vote in the general elections if you are a Hungarian citizen. However, the upcoming general elections will be a prevalent topic over the months leading up to it, so you might as well learn about the basics. Additionally, if you spend enough time in Hungary, you may become eligible for citizenship and gain the right to vote.
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When Brexit happened, UK nationals were allowed to apply for permanent residency in Hungary. The national permanent residency card was valid for 5 years, so cards obtained back then will expire soon. Get ready for your permanent residency extension in time and remain an EU resident without issues.
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When you move to Hungary, you will need long-term accommodation that can serve as your registered address in your residence permit. Renting an apartment is a convenient way for securing accommodation for a few years of stay, so many new residents choose to do so. A proper rental agreement will be required both for your residency application and your peace of mind – let’s see what it should include.
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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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2025 has been an eventful year here at Helpers. We celebrated our 20th anniversary, and we have launched our third thematic website that displays our updated design (helpersfinance.hu) to provide our clients a more uniform experience when browsing our services. In Hungary, December is also the season for holiday preparations – and holidays, of course, when you can ideally take time off from work, spend time with friends and family, and reflect on the year past and the year to come. We hope you will also get some rest to yourself.
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