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jesperss

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Registration: 24 December 2014

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jesperss replied to a thread
6 years ago
Regwo

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.

jesperss

Your wife would neither be a citizen nor a permanent resident unless she applies for simplified naturalization herself (if she's eligible). But once you are a Hungarian citizen, you are entitled under EU law to bring your dependents (wife, kids, ... Read More

jesperss replied to a thread
6 years ago
Regwo

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.

jesperss

Thanks, Jesperss. I know Zif mentioned a "2 for 1" citizenship process but I imagine that would possibly only be the case if my wife studied Hungarian with me and we each demonstrated basic fluency at the consulate. (And who know what ... Read More

jesperss replied to a thread
6 years ago
Regwo

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.

jesperss

congrats on getting your citizenship! i was curious how long it took from passing your interview / submitting your application, to getting notified by the consulate that your application had been approved. I passed my interview in late March 2018 ... Read More

jesperss replied to a thread
6 years ago
Regwo

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.

jesperss

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

jesperss replied to a thread
6 years ago
Mehrda bazdar

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 ...

jesperss

There are a ton of ice cream shops, mostly bad but a handful of good ones. MAMO is my favorite. Read More

jesperss replied to a thread
6 years ago
jesperss

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 ...

jesperss

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

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6 years ago

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

jesperss replied to a thread
6 years ago
nizam.sheriffs

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 ...

jesperss

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

jesperss replied to a thread
6 years ago
Regwo

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.

jesperss

Zif - have you been through the simplified process yourself? Read More

jesperss replied to a thread
6 years ago
Regwo

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.

jesperss

Sometimes there are things they'll tell you but won't put in writing. So I'd suggest a call or visit to the consul. Mention that you'd like to re-submit, but don't know what to do differently. Offhand, it does sound like your ... Read More

jesperss replied to a thread
6 years ago
selims

Sofware startup in budapest by selims

Hello, i wanna start a software company in hungary. is there anyone with experience?

jesperss

Experience with what? Raising capital, marketing, technical, etc? What are you bringing to the table? Read More

jesperss replied to a thread
7 years ago
Regwo

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.

jesperss

Hi I was hoping someone who had gone through the process or familiar with it could make sure I have got this right. Once I have all the documents together, then what? Call my consulate and ask for an appointment? Do I turn in all my forms and take ... Read More

jesperss replied to a thread
7 years ago
Regwo

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.

jesperss

heretime figuring out exactly how it works from the website. So I don't need to prove the clean criminal record then? What about those forms, from what I can tell I needed to fill out at least this one? Do I need any other forms listed here ... Read More

jesperss replied to a thread
7 years ago
Panni36

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 ...

jesperss

I sent my resume to CONVERZUM-Tudomany Nyelviskola in Budapest to teach English, and received a letter back that they will be happy to offer me a position if I will get a teacher's certification. They referred me to a school, that on ... Read More

jesperss replied to a thread
7 years ago
Panni36

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 ...

jesperss

Health insurance/expenses I always take what i think I’ll need and double it Read More