by Anikó Woods | May 21, 2025 | Life Admin & Bureaucracy, Residency & Visas
I’m not an immigration lawyer, but I’ve spent years immersed in Hungary’s immigration system. I write about it, share updates with expat communities, and work closely with legal experts to make sure the advice I pass on is solid. Much of what’s in my ebook comes from...
by Anikó Woods | May 20, 2025 | Government News, Quick Guides & Resources
Today I’m working from our co-working space at Kálvin tér in Budapest, enjoying the napi menü (yes, túrós csusza again, some habits are worth repeating). But while my lunch was traditional, the news definitely wasn’t. Parliament just passed a new law on emergency...
by Anikó Woods | May 19, 2025 | Government News, Home & Property, Quick Guides & Resources
After months of speculation, leaked proposals, and heated debates, Hungary’s controversial Local Identity Protection Act – also known as the Településvédelem Törvény – is no longer just a political talking point. On 13 May 2025, the final draft of...
by Anikó Woods | May 15, 2025 | Expat Life & Personal Stories
Hungary property law is changing—again. If you’re planning to buy a home, already own property, or just want clarity on what’s happening in 2025, join me for a live Q&A on TikTok this Saturday at 2pm CET. I’ll be unpacking what’s going on with Hungary’s proposed...
by Anikó Woods | May 14, 2025 | Expat Life & Personal Stories, Quick Guides & Resources
There’s something about being a dog owner in Hungary that makes you more… seasonally strategic. I’ve got Sümi, my 2.5kg diva who thinks puddles are an existential threat – so no, you won’t catch her at any of the dog-friendly beaches in Hungary. But my...
