New regulations for employing third-country nationals: narrower country list, lower quotas, and cultural exam
As of 1 January 2025, significant changes have been introduced in relation to the employment of third-country nationals in Hungary, which will change the general rules on the entry and residence of third-country nationals in Act XC of 2023 Hungary (Btátv.) and its implementing regulation. In addition, Government Decree 450/2024 (23.XII.) on the employment of guest workers in Hungary and Decree 51/2024 (23.XII.) of the Ministry of National Economy on the total number of residence permits and guest worker residence permits that can be issued in Hungary for employment purposes per year entered into force.