Working Remotely in Hungary 2022 - What You Should Know

Choosing the correct country for your few months living as a remote worker can be challenging at times. There are many things to consider before you commit to a country and many details you can easily get lost in. So to help you see the bigger picture, here are some things you should know about living in Hungary as a remote worker.

The first thing you need to know is whether you can even enter the country. If you are from the European Union, your admission is guaranteed thanks to the Schengen agreement. You only need either a passport or an ID. Having the EHIC insurance card is also highly recommended to cover your health insurance in Hungary. Once you arrive, you need to register your stay if you want to remain in Hungary for longer than three months. And that’s it! If you are a non-EU citizen, you should set aside months in advance to submit all the required paperwork. If you want to stay for no longer than three months, you’ll need a simple travel visa, which takes up to sixty days to receive. However, if you want a work visa, the process may take even longer. Consider the best option for you and plan accordingly.

Hungary has tons of beautiful cities and towns to choose from, but most remote workers focus on Budapest's big metropolis. It is the first choice for many people from all over the world, which gives the city a truly international feel. But there are tons of other places you can live in as well. Cities like Pécs, Szeged, and Debrecen are all wonderful, with their ex-pat communities and remote working opportunities for you to enjoy. And if you’re pining for something calm and relaxing, why not try one of the smaller towns and villages dotted all over Hungary – we even made a selection of the best ones in this article.

Finding accommodation in Hungary can be challenging. While places like Budapest will have English speaking estate agents who will be very helpful, you’ll be hard-pressed to see them in smaller towns. Sites like Booking.com and even TripAdvisor can be great resources for short stays for tourists, but if you want to stay for up to a year, you might find yourself overpaying a bit. Flatio has listings for places all over Hungary, is English friendly down to the lease agreement, offers mid-term rentals from a few months to a year, and is affordable for remote workers. Check it out.

You may have heard this about many places in Europe: “This place is soo affordable!” And this usually has a varying amount of truth to it. But in Hungary, it is true. Take rent, for example. If you want to rent a one-bedroom apartment in the centre of Budapest, you will pay only around €400 per month or even less. And this is a pretty clear trend across the board, whether it comes to groceries, fashion, sports, real estate, or tons of other products. Working remotely in Hungary gives you the financial freedom you might not have at home.