ljcooke64
American expat in Hungary
Forum posts
10
About me
American
Lives in Bohonye
Speaks Hungarian, French, English, learning Spanish, Italian and Portuguese.
Registration: 15 August 2022
Activity
Magyar Post: recieving my own package and customs issues... by rbr3262
Hello all! I am American and have lived in Eger for about 3yrs now (I work world wide though so only here about 1/4 of the time). Here is the problem I need help with: I had personal stuff (clothes, nick-nacks etc.) in storage in the U.S. for ...
I have figured out a work around...although you would have to know someone in Austria or Germany to work, and they would have to visit Hungary at least monthly, LOL. I send my "packages" our friends address in Austria; and they bring it with them ... Read More
Waste Management in Hungary by Cheryl
Hello everyone, As an expat in Hungary, waste management can often pose challenges and requires an understanding of local standards and regulations. Understanding local practices is essential for environmental compliance and seamless integration ...
@CherylGood afternoon, All. Another great topic, Cheryl. This too has been a painful learning experience too over the past year and a half, especially in the village of 2300 people where I reside. Please keep mind that every municipality albeit a ... Read More
American Netflix in Hungary by angelarobbins
How can I get American Netflix in Hungary?
@angelarobbins I use Express VPN but there is also Nord VPN Read More
American Netflix in Hungary by angelarobbins
How can I get American Netflix in Hungary?
@angelarobbins VPN is the only way and link your account through your app ready TV Read More
US Cuts HU Visa-Free Entries by zif
A few months ago, America started to limit visa-free entries by Hungarians. It's long been concerned about the somewhat willy-nilly way Hungarian passports have been handed out under Simplified Naturalization.The details aren't too relevant here -- ...
Hi, All. Interesting topics and ideas being thrown around. But no one seems to have mentioned the fact that Orban is more than cozy with Russia despite the Ukraine "training exercises" now going on for almost 2 years. Also, PM Orban has been ... Read More
Cost of living in Hungary in 2024 by Cheryl
Hello everyone, As every year, we invite you to share your experience regarding the cost of living in Hungary, and if possible, in the specific region or city where you live. This will help members who are planning to relocate in Hungary. Here ...
@anns Thanks Ann for chiming in and contributing with regards to the grocery bill, LOL! I eat a plant based diet. Eventhough I do not buy everything organic and I don't buy meat; the cost over the past year has also increased; I'd say a solid ... Read More
Cost of living in Hungary in 2024 by Cheryl
Hello everyone, As every year, we invite you to share your experience regarding the cost of living in Hungary, and if possible, in the specific region or city where you live. This will help members who are planning to relocate in Hungary. Here ...
@fluffy2560VERY TRUE. A crucial expense that I didn't share was my petrol consumption. I have a 2019 Ford Ranger Wild Track...a honker of a pick-up truck that uses diesel. My recent fill was 47,762. I fill once a month; I get a lot of dirty ... Read More
Cost of living in Hungary in 2024 by Cheryl
Hello everyone, As every year, we invite you to share your experience regarding the cost of living in Hungary, and if possible, in the specific region or city where you live. This will help members who are planning to relocate in Hungary. Here ...
Hello, All...So, I'm speaking from the aspect of a younger retiree who sold most everything in the U.S. and moved to my family's home in the country. My home here is paid for as well as my vehicle. I receive a modest state pension from the ... Read More
Funeral Advice by vanillavodkaandjunk
Hi all, I am wondering if you can help please? My (English) grandfather who lived in Hungary for years married to a Hungarian lady, died on Monday. She died about 15 years ago. My mum was with him when he died in hospital and his body was taken ...
My condolences for your loss. My mother died in July and I also had her cremated with 1/2 of her remains being buried at their family plot and 1/2 of her remains returning to the U.S. to be buried with my dad. I had a great (learning) experience ... Read More
Hungarian citizenship application question. by HCQ69
Hello everyone,My family is from Hungary and I am trying to obtain Hungarian citizenship. I have been working on this for years but have hit a brick wall because I cannot locate his official birth records. However, instead of providing his birth ...
@HCQ69 Good morning! I walked in your shoes about 3-years ago but I was required to go through the Hungarian Consulate in New York which took about 9 months; I lived in Massachusetts at that time and my parents never registered my birth in the ... Read More