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...
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...
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...
by Anikó Woods | Apr 10, 2025 | Expat Life & Personal Stories, Life Admin & Bureaucracy
EHIC in Hungary: One Card, Two Offices, Endless Loops 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...
by Anikó Woods | Apr 8, 2025 | Culture & Everyday Life, Living in Budapest
Ah, springtime in Budapest. The grey melts into green, coats are swapped for sunglasses, and suddenly everyone’s lingering on café terraces like they’ve just remembered life is actually quite lovely. And nothing captures that joyful reawakening more than the Budapest...
