Documents you need for employment in Hungary
In order to start your new job in Hungary, you will need a Hungarian tax number as well as a social security number. These documents are issued to Hungarian citizens by default, which is why citizens do not need to apply for separate work permits. EU citizens that want to work in Hungary still need a registration card, which functions as a resident and work permit. Although they do not need to apply for work permits separately from their residency permit, they still need to obtain Hungarian tax numbers and social security numbers.
Third country nationals that come from outside of the European Union need to apply for a residence permit as well as a work permit before they can apply for employment in Hungary. The work permit and residence permit gets combined into one single documents. Third country nationals need to apply for these permits when submitting their applications for social security numbers and tax numbers once they have an agreement in place with an employer.
This means that you will have to find a job before you can move to Hungary. Although the tax number can be applied for at any stage, the residence permit and work permit can only be applied for once you have a valid employment contract. As soon as you have a registered address in Hungary, you can apply for your social security number.
Things to keep in mind when seeking employment in Hungary
All Hungarian companies have to declare to the tax authority when they hire new employees. This means that your employment in Hungary has to be declared before you can start working. You also need to ensure that your employment contract states your gross salary as well as the starting date of your employment. Keep in mind that your starting date cannot be the same as the date on which you signed the contract since your employment has to be declared at least one day before you can start your new job.
The minimum salary for a basic, 40-hour week in a position that doesn’t require any qualifications in Hungary is HUF111,000 per month. The minimum salary for positions that require secondary education is HUF129,000 per month.
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