jesperss
American looking for information about Hungary
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Registration: 24 December 2014
Has anyone gone through the simplified naturalization precedure? by Regwo
I understand that knowledge of the Hungarian language is a requirement, but how well must I know Hungarian? I can speak it just under an intermediate level.
The first sentence is incorrect - simplified naturalization does not give permanent residency. Read More
Has anyone gone through the simplified naturalization precedure? by Regwo
I understand that knowledge of the Hungarian language is a requirement, but how well must I know Hungarian? I can speak it just under an intermediate level.
There's no 2 for 1. The only way your wife is eligible for simp nat is if she has a Hungarian background. Once you get citizenship and you've been married for ten plus years she can apply for citizenship. However she'll have to show ... Read More
Has anyone gone through the simplified naturalization precedure? by Regwo
I understand that knowledge of the Hungarian language is a requirement, but how well must I know Hungarian? I can speak it just under an intermediate level.
I'd say about 9 months, so anytime now... Read More
Has anyone gone through the simplified naturalization precedure? by Regwo
I understand that knowledge of the Hungarian language is a requirement, but how well must I know Hungarian? I can speak it just under an intermediate level.
Your wife would have to apply for permanent residency once you arrive in Hungary. The reasoning for the marriage certificate is that your marriage needs to be registered in Hungary. This makes things 10,000 easier when you do apply for your ... Read More
Ice cream shop or juice bar by Mehrda bazdar
Hello to all friends. I'll be going to Budapest soon and I'm going to open a ice cream shop or a juice bar. I need information like renting a store, tax, electricity money, and welcoming people to jobs in Budapest and any tips that are ...
There are a ton of ice cream shops, mostly bad but a handful of good ones. MAMO is my favorite. Read More
Property / jewelry insurance by jesperss
I'll be moving over to Hungary later this month along with my wife. We'll be taking our life's belongings with us. On the plane. Can anyone recommend a good property insurance company? Something that would cover my wife's wedding ...
Thanks for all the replies. I'll look into travel insurance. klsallee - good point about staying in an Airbnb possibly invalidating insurance. Not like we're traveling with a satchel full of Rolexes or a brick of cash, it's only my ... Read More
Property / jewelry insurance
I'll be moving over to Hungary later this month along with my wife. We'll be taking our life's belongings with us. On the plane. Can anyone recommend a good property insurance company? Something that would cover my wife's wedding ... Read More
Cancelling contract before occupying by nizam.sheriffs
I signed a rental contract recently in Budapest to occupy after a month. I need to return back to my country unfortunately due to unforeseen circumstances. I informed the landlord and he is frightening that he will fight legally to sue me in ...
If his lease doesn't start for nearly another month, I'm guessing he hasn't even given a deposit. Just walk away. Read More
Has anyone gone through the simplified naturalization precedure? by Regwo
I understand that knowledge of the Hungarian language is a requirement, but how well must I know Hungarian? I can speak it just under an intermediate level.
Zif - have you been through the simplified process yourself? Read More
Has anyone gone through the simplified naturalization precedure? by Regwo
I understand that knowledge of the Hungarian language is a requirement, but how well must I know Hungarian? I can speak it just under an intermediate level.
Their Hungarian was fine if they accepted the application. They wouldn't have accepted it had their Hungarian not been up to par. Read More
Sofware startup in budapest
Experience with what? Raising capital, marketing, technical, etc? What are you bringing to the table? Read More
Has anyone gone through the simplified naturalization precedure? by Regwo
I understand that knowledge of the Hungarian language is a requirement, but how well must I know Hungarian? I can speak it just under an intermediate level.
You'll also need marriage certificates for your parents, your grandparents, and I believe your great grandparents. You will not need your great grandmother's birth certificate, If married, you'll also need the form to register your ... Read More
Has anyone gone through the simplified naturalization precedure? by Regwo
I understand that knowledge of the Hungarian language is a requirement, but how well must I know Hungarian? I can speak it just under an intermediate level.
There's no way you can prove a clean criminal background. They'll do background checks I assume rather than "take your word" for it. It's something I definitely would not try to hide. Read More
Need Help RE: Living Expenses in Budapest by Panni36
Hi All, I am preparing a budget to live in Budapest... According to what I could find online, the monthly food encompassing shopping at the market/cooking and once a week mid-priced restaurant for one person would come to approximately HUF ...
Something seems a little fishy about the whole thing. Any school that guarantees you a salary that's nearly 50% higher the norm is to be approached with caution. And especially so if you have to pay for that certification. Read More
Need Help RE: Living Expenses in Budapest by Panni36
Hi All, I am preparing a budget to live in Budapest... According to what I could find online, the monthly food encompassing shopping at the market/cooking and once a week mid-priced restaurant for one person would come to approximately HUF ...
Health insurance/expenses I always take what i think I鈥檒l need and double it Read More
English Public schools by Om Muhammad
Hello everyone... I need some information regarding Hungary.. Coz I'm planning to move soon there.. so I'm looking for some Public Schools (who follow English medium) Coz on Google I checked the private schools fee structure is quite ...
Why would a country educate their children in a language other than their native tongue? Think about that. Just really, really think about it. Please. If ANY country did this, they'd cease to be a country in 40-50 years, and also their native ... Read More
Has anyone gone through the simplified naturalization precedure? by Regwo
I understand that knowledge of the Hungarian language is a requirement, but how well must I know Hungarian? I can speak it just under an intermediate level.
The header: https://imgur.com/IwVUn3a This was stamped at the end: https://imgur.com/GxT9n3e Not a waste of money. Read More
Has anyone gone through the simplified naturalization precedure? by Regwo
I understand that knowledge of the Hungarian language is a requirement, but how well must I know Hungarian? I can speak it just under an intermediate level.
Not true. i've requested a birth certificate from 1880 through a consulate and they gave me an official sealed copy. Read More
Has anyone gone through the simplified naturalization precedure? by Regwo
I understand that knowledge of the Hungarian language is a requirement, but how well must I know Hungarian? I can speak it just under an intermediate level.
The days of showing a piece of paper that you're studying Hungarian by taking a class and having that sway the interviewer is long gone....that's what he means. Read More
Finance opportunities in Budapest
Well if you can learn and be speaking in Hungarian within 3-4 months without ever living in the country I'm sure you'll have no problems finding any job you want. :cool: Read More
Foreign Student bringing his car by Amerhash28
Hey y'all My name is amer im a new member. The thing is,I'm planning on relocating to budapest to study medicine. I'm 20 Yo,My father is british and my mother is iranian but my passport is iranian. I live in iran but im also a resident ...
If you're pulled over just tell the officer (who undoubtedly will understand and speak english) that you're just a tourist. Of course they won't ask for any proof showing when the car entered the country, like a customs form. Just flash ... Read More
Foreign Student bringing his car by Amerhash28
Hey y'all My name is amer im a new member. The thing is,I'm planning on relocating to budapest to study medicine. I'm 20 Yo,My father is british and my mother is iranian but my passport is iranian. I live in iran but im also a resident ...
Sorry, I think i misunderstood. Thought I read that you were planning on spending six years in Hungary, not six months. You should have no problem driving the car for six months or less with foreign plates. After that you'll have to pay the ... Read More
Foreign Student bringing his car by Amerhash28
Hey y'all My name is amer im a new member. The thing is,I'm planning on relocating to budapest to study medicine. I'm 20 Yo,My father is british and my mother is iranian but my passport is iranian. I live in iran but im also a resident ...
I know what you're thinking and it's not a good idea. Be prepared to have the car seized and never returned by the authorities. And the fact it's a 69 Corvette with Iranian or UAE plates it's not like it'll blend in with all the ... Read More
Ticket control by Dafina1244
I just came from Budapest today, and on the last day of my trip there I had the worst experience ever . I had to catch the bus for the aeroport so I was in a hurry. Used the metro to go to Deak Ferenc and stoped to bay my ticket, validated it and ...
Why wouldn't you pay it? Read More
Has anyone gone through the simplified naturalization precedure? by Regwo
I understand that knowledge of the Hungarian language is a requirement, but how well must I know Hungarian? I can speak it just under an intermediate level.
Yes, simplified takes approximately half the time Read More
Has anyone gone through the simplified naturalization precedure? by Regwo
I understand that knowledge of the Hungarian language is a requirement, but how well must I know Hungarian? I can speak it just under an intermediate level.
That's reassuring, jesperss, thanks. The consulate submitted my application late last year, and I'm still waiting to hear. Anyone know what the turnaround time for applications is now? I read somewhere that Budapest changed which office is ... Read More
Ticket control by Dafina1244
I just came from Budapest today, and on the last day of my trip there I had the worst experience ever . I had to catch the bus for the aeroport so I was in a hurry. Used the metro to go to Deak Ferenc and stoped to bay my ticket, validated it and ...
An officer asked you for your ticket, you couldn't provide it so you got a fine. I'm not seeing what the question is here. Read More
Has anyone gone through the simplified naturalization precedure? by Regwo
I understand that knowledge of the Hungarian language is a requirement, but how well must I know Hungarian? I can speak it just under an intermediate level.
In the USA there is a $25/document fee for each certified copy. I needed seven done so it cost me $175...payable by cash only. Read More
Has anyone gone through the simplified naturalization precedure? by Regwo
I understand that knowledge of the Hungarian language is a requirement, but how well must I know Hungarian? I can speak it just under an intermediate level.
Ignore the "phone call" stories. Either your application will be approved or denied. If the consulate/embassy decides to accept it there is a 95% chance you'll be approved. Read More
Has anyone gone through the simplified naturalization precedure? by Regwo
I understand that knowledge of the Hungarian language is a requirement, but how well must I know Hungarian? I can speak it just under an intermediate level.
Simplified doesn't care if they lost it or not... Read More
Has anyone gone through the simplified naturalization precedure? by Regwo
I understand that knowledge of the Hungarian language is a requirement, but how well must I know Hungarian? I can speak it just under an intermediate level.
Well, if your private teacher is telling you to go...go! There's a lot of negativity and pessimism on this forum - please filter these people out. Have confidence, put in the work...and you'll be fine. :) Read More
Has anyone gone through the simplified naturalization precedure? by Regwo
I understand that knowledge of the Hungarian language is a requirement, but how well must I know Hungarian? I can speak it just under an intermediate level.
"Monetary back- up" is not and never has been a requirement during the simplified naturalization process. There's not a single form or field on the application where you input savings or earnings, education, or even career/job status. ... Read More
Hungarian citizenship oath and ceremony by segnre
Has anyone gone through the Hungarian simplified naturalization oath-taking ceremony (outside Hungary) since they tightened up the language requirement? Do you do it individually when you're approved or do they make you wait until whenever they ...
The oath does not need to be memorized. They read 3-5 words and stop, you repeat, and so on. The oath, without breaks, would take less than 30 seconds to read. It's also taken in a group. I'd recommend memorizing it, not for fear of someone ... Read More
Hungarian Citizenship through Simplified Naturalization
I believe you may be getting that confused with verification of citizenship. I've known several who have had their forefathers leave in the late 1800s and still apply and receive citizenship by means of simplified naturalization. AFAIK whether ... Read More
Hungarian citizenship oath and ceremony by segnre
Has anyone gone through the Hungarian simplified naturalization oath-taking ceremony (outside Hungary) since they tightened up the language requirement? Do you do it individually when you're approved or do they make you wait until whenever they ...
How does every single topic on this forum degrade into "this is off topic" type posts and ramblings by Marilyn and kisallee that end up having nothing to do with the question asked? Read More
Hungarian citizenship oath and ceremony by segnre
Has anyone gone through the Hungarian simplified naturalization oath-taking ceremony (outside Hungary) since they tightened up the language requirement? Do you do it individually when you're approved or do they make you wait until whenever they ...
Oath is 100% in Hungarian, there's not a word spoken in English. Taking the oath is easy, takes under a minute. It's quite an exciting day. You have to remember that others can be taking the oath that may not know Hungarian. Spouses of a ... Read More
What is mist happening small business by a expat in hungary by Muralidharsahu
Hi friends, My self murali from india. I would like to migrate to hungary as a business migrant. I have been searching which business should opt to run my family there.like cafe and bakery,or grocery store,bed and breakfast or coffee roasting and ...
These type of posts always surprise me. "hey guys, I can't think of any ideas myself...so what's a good way to make money in a country I can't speak the language nor have ever visited?" Read More
Immigrating via consulate in U.S. or Legal firm in Budapest? by randy.moller
Hi All! I'm just in the initial stages of immigration to Hungary. I have read quite a bit on the process, and believe I fall under "jus sanguinis" or right of blood. I understand this to be the best and quickest way to do so. My ...
Budapest is leaps and bound a better place to live than Prague :) Read More
Immigrating via consulate in U.S. or Legal firm in Budapest? by randy.moller
Hi All! I'm just in the initial stages of immigration to Hungary. I have read quite a bit on the process, and believe I fall under "jus sanguinis" or right of blood. I understand this to be the best and quickest way to do so. My ...
Hey Randy - Don't pay much attention to a couple of the forums members here...they exist only to really discourage others..my experiences have been the total opposite! HU is a WONDERFUL place! Read More
Immigrating via consulate in U.S. or Legal firm in Budapest? by randy.moller
Hi All! I'm just in the initial stages of immigration to Hungary. I have read quite a bit on the process, and believe I fall under "jus sanguinis" or right of blood. I understand this to be the best and quickest way to do so. My ...
Definitely contact the consulate in Los Angeles. They're very helpful and willing to assist. They do have limited office hours so make sure you call during those times. If you need someone to assist you with the paperwork send me a private ... Read More
Are you happy in Hungary? by Priscilla
Hello everyone! According to the 2016 UN World Happiness Survey, Denmark, Switzerland and Iceland are the happiest countries on earth. How about you? Are you happy in Hungary? Do you feel happier today in your host country than before in your ...
Is there anyway to ignore a user posts? There's someone that posts ramblings in nearly every thread and it'd be nice to not see these anymore. TIA Read More
Has anyone gone through the simplified naturalization precedure? by Regwo
I understand that knowledge of the Hungarian language is a requirement, but how well must I know Hungarian? I can speak it just under an intermediate level.
Are you sure you received your ID card? I received an address card (green and red) at the oath ceremony, not the identity card. Or did you receive both? Read More
Has anyone gone through the simplified naturalization precedure? by Regwo
I understand that knowledge of the Hungarian language is a requirement, but how well must I know Hungarian? I can speak it just under an intermediate level.
Blonder - can you please share that email as well? Specifically the part about them checking your language skill one more time. Read More
Has anyone gone through the simplified naturalization precedure? by Regwo
I understand that knowledge of the Hungarian language is a requirement, but how well must I know Hungarian? I can speak it just under an intermediate level.
Yea, so about that simplified naturalization... Congrats blonder! Read More
Has anyone gone through the simplified naturalization precedure? by Regwo
I understand that knowledge of the Hungarian language is a requirement, but how well must I know Hungarian? I can speak it just under an intermediate level.
That's wonderful Blonder. I've been waiting for a reply about the same time and it's good to know I can possibly be expecting a letter soon :) Read More
Has anyone gone through the simplified naturalization precedure? by Regwo
I understand that knowledge of the Hungarian language is a requirement, but how well must I know Hungarian? I can speak it just under an intermediate level.
I've been through the process recently and my experience has been absolutely great. There is NO firing squad and you'll find the people at the embassy an absolute delight to work with. I too had the same fear but they were completely ... Read More
Has anyone gone through the simplified naturalization precedure? by Regwo
I understand that knowledge of the Hungarian language is a requirement, but how well must I know Hungarian? I can speak it just under an intermediate level.
I had my interview recently and my experiences were exactly the opposite of blonder. It was a great experience. Just a FYI. Read More
Has anyone gone through the simplified naturalization precedure? by Regwo
I understand that knowledge of the Hungarian language is a requirement, but how well must I know Hungarian? I can speak it just under an intermediate level.
Blonder - can you share how you know this or a link to where the law was changed? Does anyone else know about this? Read More
Has anyone gone through the simplified naturalization precedure? by Regwo
I understand that knowledge of the Hungarian language is a requirement, but how well must I know Hungarian? I can speak it just under an intermediate level.
WOW! Great detailed post. I'm a bit confused... You said they don't submit if you don't speak well, yet they submitted your application? So you spoke well enough to have it submitted? What would you need to show in 3-4 months then? Read More
Has anyone gone through the simplified naturalization precedure? by Regwo
I understand that knowledge of the Hungarian language is a requirement, but how well must I know Hungarian? I can speak it just under an intermediate level.
Thank you for your reply Zif! I have four great grandparents (two from my mothers and two from my fathers size) were born in the 1880's and came to Cleveland Ohio in the early 1900's and married soon thereafter. Three were born in modern ... Read More
Has anyone gone through the simplified naturalization precedure? by Regwo
I understand that knowledge of the Hungarian language is a requirement, but how well must I know Hungarian? I can speak it just under an intermediate level.
Hi all! I just wanted to say that this is a great and very informative thread. Curious about the simplified interview. What sort of questions did they ask? I have a basic knowledge, how to order food, give directions...but unaware of what they ... Read More