Although Hungary is a member of the European Union, it is currently outside of the eurozone. However, it is expected to adopt the euro by 2022. The official currency is the forint, which is abbreviated as HUF or Ft (it equates to £0.0025, $0.0031, or €0.0029). It is possible to spend euros in some tourist … Read more

Hungary is a nexus-point in eastern Europe and traditionally has been on multiple trade routes. This historical fluidity is reflected in the lingustic heritage of the country. As an expat who is intending to live and work in Hungary, ease of communication will be one of the first questions on your mind. Will you need … Read more

When relocating, one of an expat’s most pressing concerns is arranging suitable accommodation. You may choose to start off in a hotel or a short-term rental, before you decide on a more permanent base, or you may opt to organise a long-term rental or property purchase straight away. Whichever method you choose, the process may … Read more

Hungary is part of the Schengen Agreement. The type of visa you will need to visit Hungary will depend on the reason for your visit – for example, whether you are looking to relocate for work, or whether you want to visit as a tourist – and on your nationality. Visitors from the EU will … Read more

There are two main ways to safeguard your health in Hungary; one is to register with the public healthcare system and the second is to buy private health insurance. It is possible to do both and supplement what the public healthcare system offers with a private policy.The healthcare system in Hungary has recently been privatised … Read more

Hungary is home to highly-trained doctors and adequately-equipped hospitals, the quality of which is constantly improving due to the country’s recent status as an emergent medical tourism destination. The healthcare system has recently been privatised extensively and is now mainly financed through the Health Insurance Fund (HIF), which provides free or subsidised care to Hungarian … Read more

Expats resident in Hungary may access their primary healthcare needs via either the public healthcare system or the private sector, but may also wish to explore the range of complementary therapies available in the country.Complementary medicine is defined as a range of medical therapies that fall outside the remit of conventional medicine but may be … Read more

If you are an expat living and working in Hungary and are registered with the national health insurance scheme then you will be entitled to basic dental treatment, such as check-ups and fillings, under state insurance.For anything more sophisticated, such as crowns, you may wish to consider a private dental plan, otherwise you will need … Read more

The standard of oncological care that you will experience in the UK and in Hungary will depend to some extent on whether you are registered with the national health insurance schemes of the NHS in the UK and the HIF in Hungary.Both countries have public healthcare systems that are overstretched and underfunded, with the increasing … Read more

The cost of healthcare in Hungary will depend on a number of factors, namely whether you:• are signed up with the national insurance scheme • have private health insurance • have a combination of national and top-up private insurance to cover procedures (such as dental and optical care) which do not fall under the national … Read more

If you are an expat and pregnant in Hungary, your maternity care and cover will depend on whether you are registered with the Hungarian public health system. You will be covered under the Országos Egészségpénztár Penztar (OEP) if you and your employer have been making contributions into the national insurance scheme (HIF).You will also be … Read more

As an expat in Hungary, you should not experience too much difficulty in accessing your prescription medication. It is advisable to check first with your GP in your home nation whether your medication is legal in Hungary, as pharmaceutical regulations can vary from nation to nation.Once you arrive in Hungary and have registered with a … Read more

If you are an expat living and working in Hungary, then you will be able to access the public healthcare system, the Országos Egészségpénztár Penztar (OEP) if you and your employer have been making contributions into the national insurance scheme (HIF), and you will also be able to access the private sector by making out-of-pocket … Read more

Banking in Hungary is available to all citizens, local people and migrants. Expats are advised to set up Hungarian bank accounts as soon as they can after arriving in the country. Local banks in Hungary also provide a wide range of services, including exclusive packages to expats.The official currency of Hungary is called the forint, … Read more

Ever since the early 1990s, Budapest has been experiencing an influx of migrants who choose to make it their home. Due to the fact that English is used the most commonly spoken language for these expats, they are now being catered to in cafes, bar and theatres. Let’s have a look at what you can … Read more

At Expat Focus, we like to be on the lookout for resources around the web that could help prospective expats adjust to their new countries. Today, we’re taking a look at Hungary and some of the social media accounts you should be following if you’re thinking of moving there.Expats in Hungary Facebook Group There is … Read more

At Expat Focus, we like to be on the lookout for resources around the web that could help prospective expats adjust to their new countries. Today, we’re taking a look at Hungary and some of the blogs that might be useful for expats there.Traveling Seouls www.travelingseouls.com Betty provides an Asian American perspective on living the … Read more

Since its return to a free market economy in the 1990s, and especially since its entry into the European Union in 2004, Hungary has attracted large numbers of expats from across Europe and the world. Its location, right in the centre of Europe, offers great access to almost the entire continent, and Hungary itself offers … Read more

Overview of healthcare in Hungary In the aftermath of communism, Hungary is gradually emerging as a medical tourism destination since its healthcare standards are a bit higher than some of the other neighboring European nations. While the hospitals are averagely equipped, most of the doctors are well trained. Many citizens from neighboring countries therefore cross … Read more

At Expat Focus, we like to be on the lookout for resources around the web that could help prospective expats adjust to their new countries. Today, we’re taking a look at Hungary and some of the blogs that might be useful for expats there. An American In Budapesthttp://anamericaninbudapest.com/ Phil is a teacher and author who … Read more

If you are interested in experiencing the culture and traditions of one of Europe’s oldest nations, you may want to think about moving to Hungary. This country has become a popular destination for people from all over the world because of its scenery, lifestyle, safety standards, and cost of living. The number of foreigners in … Read more

Hungary, divided by the historically and geographically significant Danube River, has always been a hotspot for tourists. Expats find it advantageous to live here due to the increasingly promising employment opportunities for professionals. Budapest is the country’s capital and largest city. The Danube splits it into two halves, which originally constituted two separate cities – … Read more

One of the easiest and most enjoyable ways to explore a new culture is through its music. With traditional music, this is particularly enriching and rewarding – contemporary music today tends to incorporate a lot of familiar, global sounds, but the traditional music of almost any country is often rather unique, giving you considerable insight … Read more