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Regulation Updates in Hungary

Ministry for National Economy Decree No. 35/2025 on the number of residence permits for employment and guest workers

What it is: The Ministry for National Economy Decree No. 35/2025 sets an annual national cap on the number of residence permits for employment and guest-worker residence permits that may be issued in 2026.

What it changes: It establishes a numerical limit on employment and guest-worker residence permits for 2026, affecting how many such permits may be issued under the single application procedure.

Who is affected:

  • Employers seeking to hire non-national workers under the single application procedure
  • Owners or managers responsible for issuing or processing residence permits for employment and guest workers

What employers should do:

  • Plan hiring and permit applications in light of the 2026 cap
  • Coordinate with relevant authorities to determine the applicable permit availability under the single application procedure for 2026

Notes: Effective month: 2026-05. Manual verification recommended.

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