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How does sick leave work in Hungary?

If you work in Hungary, you are supposed to work only when you are actually fit to work. If you are sick, you should go on sick leave, during which you should still receive a salary from your employer, or a sick leave allowance from the Hungarian state.

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Formal requirements of a contract in Hungary

When you make a written agreement about anything, it should comply with certain formal requirements to make it a binding document. You are expected to put your signature and initials in specific places, provide appropriate attestation, and use a blue ink pen.

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What to include in a contract in Hungary?

When you make a written agreement about anything, it should cover certain topics to ensure that both parties are aware of their rights and obligations. If there is a dispute in the future, it can be settled based on the terms laid out in the contract and in the relevant law.

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Donate 1+1% of your Hungarian personal income tax to support a good cause

Making a donation that costs you nothing? It is possible! When you file your personal income tax return in Hungary, you can make a direct decision about what should happen to a small part of it. 1% can go to a church, and another 1% to a Hungarian NGO. The deadline is May 20, 2026.

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Police visits on behalf of the Hungarian Immigration Office – Is this normal?

If you live in Hungary, the police might visit you anytime to confirm that the information the Immigration Office has about you is correct. You have nothing to worry about: you were not reported and you did nothing wrong. Just answer the questions of the police officers truthfully, and you will be fine.

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Sick leave in Hungary

What happens if your Hungarian employees get sick? They should go on sick leave. But how does that work, what rights do you and your employees have, and most importantly, who pays for that? Read on to learn about the most important aspects of sick leave in Hungary.

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Can I buy a car in Hungary?

If you have a Hungarian address, yes, you are allowed to buy a car in Hungary. You don’t even need a driver’s license for the purchase (if you don’t want to drive your car). Read on to get an overview of what to watch out for when buying a vehicle.

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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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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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