A Schengen country with prices that are affordable for the EU and a well-developed IT scene. Budapest is the main capital, attractive for families and remote workers alike.
Cities in Hungary
About the country
Climate
Continental: cold, snowy winters and hot, dry summers. Sharp transitions between the seasons.
Mentality
Reserved and formal at first glance, but genuinely friendly. A strong sense of national identity.
Language
Hungarian is one of the most difficult languages in Europe (the Finno-Ugric group). English is widespread in Budapest; in the regions, German or Hungarian is essential.
Visa
For Russian citizens, only the long-stay D visa is available, via employment, study, family or a company. Tourist Schengen visas have been issued only rarely since 2022.
Overall difficulty of moving
An average score across all cities of the country — from 1 (easy) to 5 (hard).