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Flowery Hungary (Virágos Magyarország) and the Culture of Care

Flowery Hungary (Virágos Magyarország) and the Culture of Care

by Anikó Woods | Apr 16, 2025 | Beyond Budapest, Culture & Everyday Life

There’s something about pulling into Gyenesdiás that always makes me smile. Maybe it’s the tidy pavements. Maybe it’s the way the flowerbeds look like someone’s grandmother still fusses over them daily. Or maybe it’s just because this little village, like so many in...
Hungary Property Law 2025: Villages May Block Sales

Hungary Property Law 2025: Villages May Block Sales

by Anikó Woods | Apr 15, 2025 | Government News, Home & Property

I’ve said it before, and I’ll say it again: buying a holiday home in Hungary is a beautiful dream—but it’s not without its bureaucratic hiccups. And now, Hungary property law 2025 is about to add another layer. On Tuesday afternoon, the Hungarian Parliament passed a...
Hungary’s Economic Growth: Real Talk

Hungary’s Economic Growth: Real Talk

by Anikó Woods | Apr 14, 2025 | Beyond Budapest, Living in Budapest, Money & Banking

Living in Hungary has always felt like a bit of a rollercoaster—equal parts scenic views, unexpected dips, and a slightly alarming number of bureaucratic loops. But lately? The ride feels smoother. Faster, even. There’s a buzz in the air, from the heart of Budapest to...
New National Card Rules for Guest Workers in Hungary

New National Card Rules for Guest Workers in Hungary

by Anikó Woods | Apr 11, 2025 | Employment, Residency & Visas

Guest Workers in Hungary: New National Card Rules Announced for Investment Projects If you’re involved in employment, construction, or large-scale investment projects in Hungary’s border regions, there’s a fresh development you’ll want to understand. A new government...
EHIC in Hungary: One Card, Two Offices, Endless Loops

EHIC in Hungary: One Card, Two Offices, Endless Loops

by Anikó Woods | Apr 10, 2025 | Expat Life & Personal Stories, Healthcare, Life Admin & Bureaucracy

If you caught my recent post on how to apply for an EHIC card in Hungary, you might think you’re ready. You’ve got your TAJ card, your lakcímkártya, and you’ve found the right office. But what if you’re self-paying into the system? That’s where the plot thickens. Let...
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