New developments and issues in relation to the entry and stay of third-country nationals

From the start of 2024, the previous Act on the general rules of immigration, (namely Act II of 2007 on the Entry and Stay of Third-Country Nationals/ „Harmtv.”) was replaced by Act XC of 2023. („Btátv.”). The new legislation has entered into force earlier than expected, catching immigration professionals, many employers, and individuals, even the National Directorate-General for Aliens Policing unprepared. In the following newsletter, we aim to highlight some of the new rules and circumstances worth considering, that are advised to be carefully appraised before third-country nationals enter or extend their stay in Hungary.