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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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