Who can set up a company in Hungary?
Hungarian company formation is allowed for any legal person who is not specifically forbidden from doing so. But how does that work in practice?
When you need a physical office, consider coworking
Are you managing a Hungarian company? Do you need a physical office? Depending on how much you intend to use it, you might be better off with options provided by a coworking space.
Company modification in Hungary
In Hungary, data of any company are registered with the Company Registry, and it is the owner’s or the executive’s responsibility to keep those data up to date. Some changes can be simply reported, but changes to core data require a more complex procedure called company modification. Learn what these are, and how to handle …
KIVA or corporate tax? Choose the tax regime best for your Hungarian company
While the 9% corporate tax in Hungary is already the most favorable option in the EU, you can further reduce what you pay in taxes with KIVA, the tax regime designed for small and medium sized companies. Let’s see if it is a good match for your Hungarian company!
Bank account opening: planning your trip to Hungary
Every Hungarian company must have a local bank account, which you can only open in person. In a previous article, we explained what Hungarian banks expect from foreigners and how you can prepare for your bank appointment and the KYC procedure. This time, we focus on the arrangements that should make your bank account opening …
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Corporate bank account opening as a foreigner in Hungary
If you are setting up a company in Hungary, you will need a corporate bank account. Over the last few years, bank policies have changed, so bank account opening in Hungary for your company as a foreigner has various aspects you should be aware of if you want the process to be smooth and swift. …
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Client Gate and Company Gate: the customer portals for e-administration
In the 21st century, you rightly expect administration to be available online as well as in person. And it is! Hungary has customer portals operated by the government that give you access to electronic administration – both as an individual and as the manager of a Hungarian company. Learn about them with us.
Your Hungarian company’s activity and your NACE code
When registering your Hungarian company, you should also indicate its main activity. You do not simply state what you are planning to do: there is an official list, accepted by all EU countries, and you select the item that suits your planned activity the most. Each activity has a numeric ID, which is called their …
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Foreign business in Hungary in 2021
Hungary is the ideal place if you want to set up your business in the EU. Advanced infrastructure, central location, and favorable taxation options make Hungary a friendly business environment, and many foreigners move here with their family so they can build a new life in the EU.
Why choose a virtual office as your seat address?
Using a virtual office as your seat address can save your Hungarian company a lot of time, effort, and money. You can have competent assistance from Day 1 of your operation for the fraction of the cost of an employee, and you can rest assured your official mail will always find you.