Hungary Employment Guide
Hungary Employment Guide
Hungary is in Central Europe, bordering Slovakia (north), Ukraine, Romania (east), Serbia, Croatia (south) and Austria (west). It has ~9.8 million people; Hungarian is official, and Budapest is the capital. Its economy focuses on services and manufacturing, with auto, electronics, IT and pharmaceutical industries playing key roles, while agriculture and tourism also contribute to economic development. Labor laws (per Labour Code of Hungary) protect wages, hours, leave and social security. Standard workweek: 40 hours (overtime needs extra pay or time off). Salaries are usually monthly (avg. HUF 550,000 pre-tax). Laws cover paid leave and protect contract/temp workers, balancing interests for a fair, flexible labor market.
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Currency
Hungarian Forint (HUF)
Capital
Budapest
Official language
Hungarian
Salary Cycle
Monthly
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Paid Time Off Entitlements in Hungary
Both full-time and part-time employees in Hungary are entitled to a minimum of 20 days of paid time off (PTO) annually. This entitlement increases based on the employee's age, reflecting Hungary's progressive approach to work-life balance.
PTO accrues based on actual days worked and is calculated proportionally according to the employee's annual entitlement. For instance, SailGlobal's Hungarian team members typically see their PTO increase by 1-2 additional days after reaching key age milestones, ensuring fair compensation for experience.
National Public Holidays
Hungary observes approximately 11 national public holidays each year. These mandated days off provide regular opportunities for rest and cultural participation throughout the year.
Complete List of Hungarian Public Holidays
| Holiday | Date |
|---|---|
| New Year's Day | January 1 |
| Memorial Day | February 1 |
| Good Friday | March/April (variable) |
| Easter Monday | March/April (variable) |
| Labor Day | May 1 |
| Pentecost Monday | May/June (variable) |
| State Foundation Day | August 20 |
| 1956 Revolution Memorial | October 23 |
| All Saints' Day | November 1 |
| Christmas Day | December 25 |
| Second Day of Christmas | December 26 |
Companies like SailGlobal often supplement these mandatory holidays with additional company-specific days off, creating a comprehensive benefits package that supports employee wellbeing while maintaining compliance with Hungarian labor regulations.
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