Family Archives - Hungarian Work Permit

27Jan 2023 by Zsuzsanna Sarkadi

Child benefits for foreign workers in Hungary

Foreign employees living in Hungary based on a work permit are eligible for the same tax benefits as Hungarian citizens. This applies to child benefits too, which might be relevant if the family of an employee is also in Hungary on residency for family unification.

Getting married with a work permit in Hungary

Family, Work Permit

It is a common misconception that if you are a third-country national staying in Hungary with a residence permit based on employment (a work permit), you MUST switch to family unification when you are getting married. Actually, the issue is more complex, and depends on the nationality of your spouse.

Employment in Hungary with a family unification visa

Family, Work Permit

Many who come to Hungary with a family unification visa hope to switch to a work permit as soon as they arrive. However, you cannot simply switch from one type of residence permit to another. Let us explain why, and what are the things you actually can do if you want to find employment in Hungary and start working.