Regular Reporting Obligation of Guest Self-Employed Persons Can Now Be Fulfilled via Enter Hungary
Guest self-employed persons can now fulfil their regular reporting obligation through the Enter Hungary platform.
The validity of residence permits for asylum seeker Ukrainian citizens has been extended
The validity period of residence permits for Ukrainian citizens with asylum status was automatically extended until 04/03/2028.
Moving While Holding a Residence Permit: Your New Accommodation Must Be Reported Within 3 Days
A change of accommodation in Hungary must be reported within 3 days. Find out who is affected, how to report it and what may happen if the deadline is missed.
Guest worker residence permit rules tightened from 6 June 2026
From 6 June 2026, third-country nationals may no longer apply for a guest worker residence permit, while the extension of already valid permits remains possible.
Official inspections of employers employing foreign nationals remain in focus in 2026
In 2026, intensified inspections will continue at employers employing foreign nationals.
All residence permits can now be switched to an EU Blue Card domestically
The OIF has extended the possibility of switching to the EU Blue Card to all third-country nationals working in Hungary, subject to meeting the applicable conditions.
The validity of residence permits for asylum seeker Ukrainian citizens has been extended
The validity period of residence permits for Ukrainian citizens with asylum status was automatically extended until 04/03/2027.
Changing jobs with an EU Blue Card
According to the authority’s current position, a change of employer or job position cannot be reported to the OIF through a simple notification.
Change Regarding the Cultural Knowledge Exam
A fresh government decree has amended the exam requirement linked to long-term residence permits. Certain applicants are now exempt.
Posting within the EEA: A1 Certificate and Notification Requirements at a Glance
The posted worker must have an A1 certificate and, in the case of productive work, the employer must report the assignemnt (posting) in advance to the authorities of the host country.