Salaries

Minimum wage in Hungary in 2023

The Hungarian minimum wage has just been increased with ca. 15% for 2023, which will affect not only payroll costs, but also various other tax items tied to the minimum wage. Read on to find out which of these will matter for your Hungarian business. Minimum wage and guaranteed minimum salary In Hungary, there are …

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Tax benefits in Hungary

When planning for salaries in Hungary, you should keep in mind the various tax benefits available to employees. Since they increase net salaries without extra costs to the employer, they also function as incentives for employing certain demographic groups. Tax benefits and gross salary The tax benefits available in Hungary apply to everyone who is […]

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Salaries and minimum wage in Hungary

In Hungary, the employment relationship is strictly regulated to ensure fair conditions both for employers and employees. Workers should always receive a living wage, and this is regulated by defining a minimum wage and regularly updating it. Living wage is the minimum The minimum wage in Hungary is the minimum sum you are required by […]

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Working with student residency in Hungary

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EKHO, the simplified tax for creative professions

EKHO is short for Simplified Tax and Contribution (“Egyszerűsített Közteherviselési Hozzájárulás”) in Hungary. It is a favorable tax regime aimed at creators in various fields intended to promote Hungarian culture. Learn its basics, and find the list of professions that can make you eligible. EKHO is for natural persons The beneficiaries of the EKHO tax …

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KATA alternatives for limited partnerships: TAO, KIVA, EKHO

While flat-rate taxation is a cost-effective alternative for self-employed KATA orphans from September, it is not available for limited partnerships. Instead, they may consider whether TAO, KIVA and/or EKHO are suitable alternatives for their company. Limited partnerships in Hungary The limited partnership (“betéti társaság” or “BT”) in Hungary is a popular form of company for …

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What is cafeteria in Hungary? Learn about fringe benefits

When you hear the word “cafeteria”, normally you would think of a self-service restaurant. In Hungary, however, “cafeteria” is the collective term for fringe benefits you can give your employees above their gross salary. Learn how it works, and see if it can be beneficial to your Hungarian company. Cafeteria can make you a more […]

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Changes to taxation in Hungary in 2022

We have already written about most changes to taxation in Hungary 2022 – most of which are tied to the ongoing pandemic and the government’s efforts to increase the purchase power of salaries while also creating a more favorable business environment for companies. Now see a summary of the changes, with links to the more …

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Salaries and payroll taxes in 2022, Hungary

The minimum wage has been raised to HUF 200,000 gross, while the social contribution tax has been reduced to 13%. At the same time, personal income tax for persons younger than 25 has been abolished.

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