Payroll Taxes

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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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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As a foreigner working in Hungary, you will be eligible for an unemployment benefit only if you are allowed to stay in Hungary once you are out of a job. The other important requirement is having worked at least 360 days over the last 3 years.
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When you operate a Hungarian company, you will have to pay business taxes in Hungary. While your accountant can calculate the taxes you need to pay, it is you (or one of your authorized employees) who will need to pay each tax to the Tax Authority.
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Hungary does not have a progressive tax system, so it doesn’t really have tax brackets. However, it offers various tax benefits and preferential tax regimes that are available under certain income limits.
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Do you have foreign employees at your Hungarian company? Then make sure to check out the key updates that affect HR, payroll, and employee benefits in 2025. Consult your accountant or payroll specialist to see how to apply relevant changes at your business.
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Fringe benefits in Hungary are usually referred to as “cafeteria”. Fringe benefits typically offer better options for taxation than regular salaries, while they can give a boost to specific sectors of domestic economy and contribute to overall transparency.
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The SZÉP Card is the most popular form of fringe benefits in Hungary, as it boosts specific domestic industries while providing preferential tax options to employers and employees. Since its 2011 introduction, it has undergone various changes. Read on to get an overview of the SZÉP Card in 2025.
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In Hungary, the minimum wage is increased every year so it can remain a living wage against inflation. In line with this, the minimum wage is increased again as of 1 January 2025. Read on to see how this will affect your Hungarian business.
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