Zsuzsanna Sarkadi, Author at Hungarian Work Permit

30Sep 2022 by Zsuzsanna Sarkadi

Salaries and minimum wage in Hungary

HR

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.

02Sep 2022 by Zsuzsanna Sarkadi

Working with student residency in Hungary

Work Permit

Student residency is normally given for the purpose of full-time study in Hungary. However, many Hungarian students work while attending university, and of course, the same option is available to foreign students. However, some conditions apply.

12Aug 2022 by Zsuzsanna Sarkadi

Side job with a work permit in Hungary

Work Permit

The Hungarian work permit is tied to the job it was issued for. If you get a new job, you need a new work permit. But what to do when you want to work two jobs at the same time, that is, to get a side job? Read on and find out.

22Jul 2022 by Zsuzsanna Sarkadi

Work permit renewal in Hungary

Work Permit

A work permit is usually issued for 1 or 2 years. If you want to continue working in Hungary, you will need to renew it before it expires. Learn which steps to take and what to watch out for!

01Jul 2022 by Zsuzsanna Sarkadi

From student to employee: work permit application for students in Hungary

Work Permit

Are you studying in Hungary? Do you want to stay after your education is finished? One possible path is to find an employer and apply for a work permit.

13May 2022 by Zsuzsanna Sarkadi

What is cafeteria in Hungary? Learn about fringe benefits

HR

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.

22Apr 2022 by Zsuzsanna Sarkadi

What to include in the labor contract in Hungary

HR

Last updated on 21 July 2023.The work permit issued to third country nationals in Hungary is always tied to a specific job. Because of this, there should be an agreement between the employer and the employee before the work permit application is submitted. The agreement is preferably a labor contract (although it can also be a preliminary agreement as well).

18Feb 2022 by Zsuzsanna Sarkadi

Work-life balance and working time in Hungary

HR

When you are moving your business to Hungary, you should be aware of the regulations that will apply to your employees. Working time in Hungary is strictly regulated to ensure that employees can maintain a healthy work-life balance, while employers can take advantage of their workers remaining healthy and motivated. Read our comprehensive summary to learn what you can expect from your employees.

28Jan 2022 by Zsuzsanna Sarkadi

Do I need a university degree to get a work permit in Hungary?

HR, Work Permit

The simple answer is no, you do not need a university degree to get a work permit in Hungary. However, you still need to prove that you are qualified for the job you want to perform in Hungary. So how does that work? Let us explain!

07Jan 2022 by Zsuzsanna Sarkadi

Trial, notice, termination with a work permit

HR, Work Permit

The Labor Code in Hungary (and in the EU) aims at protecting the rights of both the employer and the employee. It also includes how and when an employment relationship can be terminated – while immigration law governs what happens to the work permit when that happens.