Moving to Hungary from Taiwan
What to Expect
Considering a move from Taiwan to Hungary? Here's how the two countries compare on cost, climate, safety, and more.
If you moved from Taiwan to Hungary, you would find that Hungary is 7.5% more expensive than Taiwan overall. A NT$2,371,612 salary in Taiwan would need to be roughly HUF20,377,731 in Hungary to maintain the same lifestyle, and you’d need to navigate life in Hungarian.
How Far Will Your Money Go?
A breakdown of how everyday costs differ between Taiwan and Hungary.
What does your salary buy?
NT$2,371,612 → HUF20,377,731
To maintain the same standard of living in Hungary
Calculate with your salary →How key spending categories compare
Restaurants
pay 69.8% more
Groceries
pay 32.6% less
Transportation
pay 18.4% more
Housing
pay 35.0% more
Childcare
pay 48.4% less
Entertainment and Sports
pay 7.9% more
Data: MyLifeElsewhere's crowdsourced cost of living database, with prices submitted and updated by users worldwide. Exchange rates are refreshed regularly from public sources.
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Who Else Is Making This Move?
What the data shows about people moving from Taiwan to Hungary.
Key Indicator Comparison
The numbers behind daily life in Hungary compared to Taiwan.
What are the job prospects?
percentage of the labour force without work
a broad measure of economic output per person
the highest marginal rate on personal income
Taiwan generally does better on employment & economy, though Hungary leads in top income tax rate.
Is it good for families?
average years of life at birth
deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better
percentage of adults who can read and write
Taiwan generally does better on family life, though Hungary leads in literacy rate.
Data: Taxation Administration, Ministry of Finance, R.O.C., The World Factbook
Visitor Visa Requirements
Short-stay tourist visa rules between Taiwan and Hungary. To live, work, or study long-term in Hungary, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check Hungary's immigration authority.
Taiwan passport holder visiting Hungary
Visa Free
Hungary passport holder visiting Taiwan
Visa FreeData: Henley Passport Index. Check with the destination country's embassy for the most current requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it cheaper to live in Hungary than Taiwan?
On average Hungary is about 11% less expensive than Taiwan, with major cities narrowing the gap.
How much money do I need to move to Hungary?
Budget about HUF5,094,433 for 3 months in Hungary (based on a NT$2,371,612 comparable annual salary), then add the one-off costs: flights, shipping, rental deposit, visa fees.
Can I work remotely from Hungary?
From major Hungary cities the network usually holds up. Visa rules, your employer's stance on overseas employees, and tax residency in Taiwan and Hungary are what actually decide it long-term.
What language do they speak in Hungary?
The official language in Hungary is Hungarian. In Taiwan, the official language is Chinese.
