szocske
Hungarian expat in Canada
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Speaks English, Hungarian, German, some Russian
Registration: 24 December 2009
Most suitable migration options for experienced software professional? by expat_ojha
Hi, I am a 32 yrs old software professional with 10 years expereince in .net,c# etc from India. Willing to migrate overseas.Could you please tell me What are the suitable options keeping in view following things - 1. Job opportunity 2. ...
Hi, I think the safest way is to apply for jobs from abroad with companies willing to get you a temporary work permit. Look for jobs on all the usual American job sites, just replace .com with .ca in the URL :-) Read More
English TV channels? by gosubmit
Are there any English TV channels in Hungary? I really want Star movies, HBO, AXN in english, Football UEFA with english audio, not subtitles. Is it possible in Hungary? I have ordered UPC tv + internet package, they are yet to come and install the ...
That must be annoying! You can probably still use their box as just a modem, and yours as just a router. BTW can anyone here recommend a UK VPN provider for viewing BBC online? Read More
To Tip Medical Staff or Not to Tip? by Marilyn Tassy
Even though we have been living and or visiting off and on in Hungary since 1978, we still do not know the exact "rules" about tipping medical staff. We used to pay 100% out of pocket for any services given by doctors and dentists. In the ...
There's also a thing called dissolving thread, albeit I somehow doubt you got that. :-/ Sorry to hear about your misadventures. Read More
Questions to ask before renting an apartment by Sumarokov
Hello. Besides the usual questions you would ask before signing a rental agreement in Hungary, can some locals advise me on questions specific to the country, which I might not otherwise ask? I have rented in many European countries, but I am aware ...
You might want to know (if it matters to you) whether it's done under the table or you can get a receipt. Ask if you may officially use the address at all. Similarly, some landlords won't allow you to sign up for utilities and services in ... Read More
Driving Course in English by Aries25au
I would like some opinion and some help. I am an Australian in Budapest. I am doing my Hungarian driving license in English. Has anyone else come across the pityful and ridiculous translations that we are supposed to understand and learn to get our ...
Lol at wound fertilization! It is an English world, the first 4 letters of which coincide with the first 4 letters of sterilization in Hungarian (fertotlenit), so it almost makes sense if you don't speak any English at all. You could take a ... Read More
technical inspection of house by Alex1959
Dear friends, Did somebody use a construction firm to do technical inspection of house(before buying)? I’ll very appreciate if you share your experience. Thanks in advance. Alex
Agree with everything, houses were built by friends and relatives teaming up, camping out on site, and using whatever materials and components (beams, rebar, windows) they could steal from their job, adjusting the plans if needed. Typical problems ... Read More
Web developer, want to move to canada. How to find a job by ashRon
Hi, I am from Mauritius, I am a web developer, I have completed my degree in Computer Applications. I have two years of work experience. I would like to move to Canada. Can i have a prospect in Canada with this degree? How do i find a job there ...
Agreed, "web developer" can mean a lot of things from Dreamweaver User up to the Systems Architect dealing with scalability and security... Heck, for a while I was a "web developer" here, when I consulted a telecommunication ... Read More
Advice on finding a job in Canada by FransandDeniseGouws
Hi there, I am Frans Gouws, married for almost 15 years and have 3 little boys. We really want to relocate to Canada from South Africa, but I have some questions. 1. I have been working as an accountant for almost 20 years, but I have not ...
Hi, Even tougher than finding a job is getting a work permit, so you should probably start with that. I am finding it hard to raise a family on just one salary. Schools however are very child-centric and welcoming, so your wife might be able to ... Read More
Building a hotel and taxes by usafpj
Good Day everyone. I am narrowing down my choices of business plan in Hungary and am pretty much settled on a hotel in Eger or Egerszalok. I am going to an accountant soon but I thought I would ask first here about business taxes. It is quite ...
So are they selling the real estate, or the company? I'd recommend buying only the real estate unless you can afford a really trustworthy and seasoned corporate(?) lawyer, a cegjogasz. It's very easy to "inherit" tons of debt, ... Read More
Buy a holiday home in hungary???? by Shay1888
Hi myself and my wife are looking for a country to buy a holiday home. I keep coming back to Hungary. Can anyone recommend the best websites to search for properties? Is Budapest the best? Or is it worth looking out towards the country? Any help ...
A little late to the party, but it really depends on the kind of holiday you enjoy the most? Budapest has a huge party-quarter if you want nightlife, or get a small cottage way out in the woods for the exact opposite. There is one more area I have ... Read More
Looking to self some things I don't need, where to post except here? by Khonichev
Hey there Expat.com :) Unfortunately the IBS university didn't turn out to be really great and the ruble fell too steeply and that ruined my budget so I'm pulling the plug after the first semester and moving back to Moscow to study german ...
Hi, Sorry to hear it did not work out. Sharing your experience might help others avoid the same pitfalls! Regarding selling stuff, I'd try on the school bulletin boards first, as that's the environment you have the most familiarity ... Read More
DVD rental in Budapest, used DVD player? by bchandrasekaran
We're from the US and as I posted in the "Introduce yourself" forum topic, we'll be visiting scholars at the Central Europen University till June 2015. I had a Netflix account in the US, and was hoping to pick up on my Netwflix ...
You could subscribe to a US based VPN service and keep using netflix. DVD rental places should exist, they are probably called "videokölcsönző" or "videotéka". You are probably best off getting the cheapest ... Read More
Building a hotel and taxes by usafpj
Good Day everyone. I am narrowing down my choices of business plan in Hungary and am pretty much settled on a hotel in Eger or Egerszalok. I am going to an accountant soon but I thought I would ask first here about business taxes. It is quite ...
Yes, I was rather cynical in my previous post. Sorry. Should have called it lobbying and campaign contributions :-) Maybe you could start a "There, I fixed it" blog. It in fact tells you a lot about a country, I think it really is ... Read More
Building a hotel and taxes by usafpj
Good Day everyone. I am narrowing down my choices of business plan in Hungary and am pretty much settled on a hotel in Eger or Egerszalok. I am going to an accountant soon but I thought I would ask first here about business taxes. It is quite ...
Yes, please see a seasoned, preferably local accountant. Another thing you could do is rent a house there for the off-season, and try to rent out a single room as a B&B and see how that goes. Your numbers almost make sense, but may need ... Read More
Family House For Sale by kunash81
Dear All, I am selling my family house, it is located in Maglod near to Budapest(10-15km)/ Veces(5-7km) and Airport (10km). Total Area is 1000 sq meter, with build house with bricks. 110 sqm. It has 3 bedrooms, 1 living room, 1 Kitchen, 1 Study ...
You should probably take that as a sign that you might need some more background research before jumping into real estate investment in a foreign country. But I wanted to share this handy method of using google for rough conversions, poor man's ... Read More
Work environment, opportunities and salary for French people by MissElise
Hi, :cool: I'm French and I'll follow my Norwegian bf in Montreal in January 2015. He'll be a student and I'll have an open work permit for 1 year. We plan on staying after. :par: MY PROFILE: I have a double Bachelor degree in ...
Hi, I live in Montreal and wanted to answer your questions, but working in a different field, I have zero relevant insights. You should figure out most of it during your job search which you can start right away online anyway :-) So other than my ... Read More
Looking for enthusiastic, curious guys for night cycle trips in Bp.
"open minded" is not the best mental image for promoting night cycling though :-/ Wear those helmets, lights, vests, and stay safe! Read More
Dutch Oven by Budget Nomad
I have been looking for a Dutch oven, a heavy deep pot with a lid that can go on the stove top and in the oven. I have looked at Ikea and the Vasadenyi (?) the specialty housewares chain of stores. When I ask, all I get is "nincs". It ...
Not as popular anymore as it was 20 years ago, but still fairly prevalent is the "romai tal" or "pataki tal", just google it. It's an unglazed ceramic oven pot with an elongated shape to fit a whole chicken and some potatoes ... Read More
Transplant to Toronto from los angeles
... in Canada! When I came here, I wasted a bunch of precious suitcase space on winter clothes from a more moderate climate. I rarely get to wear them, they are not warm enough for a Canadian winter. Some materials become brittle and crack at -20C. Read More
Time for a change - cost of living in Hungary by padleys
Hi, everybody, looking for some info on living in Hungary, eg; cost of living, bills, and the places to avoid buying, any info wi help, thank you
Please note that the capital city Budapest (where you are most likely to end up) is an order of magnitude larger than the other towns in the country, like Debrecen. Prices are higher, living conditions and availability of services are completely ... Read More
The best internet wi-fi subscription in Budapest? by ZValentina
Hi expats! My boyfriend and I will soon move to a new flat in Budapest, which has no wi-fi yet. We are trying to figure out which company and monthly subscription would be the best. As we are both expats, needing Skype and everything, we are looking ...
I think they eventually want to access the internet through their wifi-capable devices and not much care how :-) So you'll probably need a broadband subscription (dsl, cable, or fiber) in the apartment, and you'll connect a wifi router to ... Read More
stamped pattern for embroidering
Hi, If you'll be strolling the streets, the sign to look for is "rovidaru" shops. They also sell the matching threads. One chain is called "roltex" If you want to go for sure, and have an address for mail deliveries, order ... Read More
Everyday life in Canada by Cookie dough
Hi all. My husband and I are thinking of moving to Canada next year. We have 2 young boys who will be 2 and a half and 1. We are trying to decide between Canada and Australia. I think we both feel Canada would be great for family life, it's ...
Hi, We moved to Montreal last year, and I indeed shoveled a lot of snow from our tiny driveway :-) It piled up so high I could not fling it anymore and had to haul it back on a sled by the end :-) This year we pay for mechanized removal, it's ... Read More
Places to visit at Christmas
+1 Vienna market: take the train so you can try the hot vine, but don't miss the Budapest equivalent either :-) Or the one in Szentendre... A famous volunteering opportunity is "Mikulasgyar", Santa Claus Factory: ... Read More
independence day in Budapest
Everything is a religious event in The Land of Mary :-/ I'd recommend the "Mestersegek Utcaja", the whole-day folkart-handscrafts fair usually spanning from the "Budai Var" castle all the way across the "Lanchid" ... Read More
Salary in Budapest by gorgobudapest
Can 1000 euro be enogh for one family in Budapest? I don´t think so... by looking around on internet the prices of the rent and other stuff is closer to European standard... Companies enphasize about the "low" living standard of ...
Yes, 16% flat tax sounds great. But it makes you wonder why you have to make roughly half a million HUF gross to take home roughly 1000 EUR Not to mention the employer pays ~500 EUR more, so eventually employees take home roughly half of what they ... Read More
Challenges of getting around and fitting in by fruitsofyoga
Currently I am working on a study and I would very much appreciate your comments on this. The subject is how expats staying in Hungary manage to cope with the challenges of everyday life here. In which areas do foreigners find it difficult to get ...
Hey, you get what you pay for! It's just that 90% of the market falls into the "stolen parts, below minimum wage, no taxes paid" price segment, so it is literally the norm :-) Duct tape is the North-American size and strength, uniform ... Read More
Osteopath - good english speaking by grh1976
Hello Can anyone recommend a good English speaking Osteopath in Budapest? Gary
Suggest you update wikipedia :-) As long as it's alternative medicine it's usually the same guy under many names. It would be extremely un-Hungarian to turn away a paying customer asking for a specific kind of unlicensed treatment or ... Read More
Osteopath - good english speaking by grh1976
Hello Can anyone recommend a good English speaking Osteopath in Budapest? Gary
To the best of my knowledge the Hungarian term is "Csontkovacs" (bonesmith), but I don't think I've heard that term since the early nineties. Homeopathy, Aura Photography, and Horoscopes are still going strong though. The latest ... Read More
Yellow cheques by JolinGalbraith
Anyone paid a yellow cheque bill with a credit card? Can't determine whether it's possible or not.
klsallee: You are probably right, that googling must have been too quick, there just made a reference to his name being Hungarian, which I must have mistook for stating he himself is Hungarian... fluffy2560: Oh, yes, time of day: Of course we use ... Read More
Yellow cheques by JolinGalbraith
Anyone paid a yellow cheque bill with a credit card? Can't determine whether it's possible or not.
Funny coincidence: I just now saw this article about the similarities between programming languages and human languages, and immediately thought only a Hungarian would ever say that. With a little research it turns out the author was indeed born and ... Read More
Can an Indian working in IT find a Job in Hungary. by anindya_haldar
I am an Indian working in a software company in India. I would like to work and move in Hungary. Is there any way to find work in Hungary in IT? If yes what is the process to do so. It would be great if any one can help me. Thanks in advance.
It's probably the same all through Eastern Europe :-/ Germany is a huge market for everything IT, so even if .NET is a smaller slice of the cake, you still need a forklift to get it on your plate :-) The UK too. Learning German or English is ... Read More
Yellow cheques by JolinGalbraith
Anyone paid a yellow cheque bill with a credit card? Can't determine whether it's possible or not.
I bet you hate Year/Month/Date too? And Family name before Given name? And "tenty one" instead of some cute unique wonky name for eleven? For the record, it's Town, Street, house number, floor, door. Even zip codes are somewhat ... Read More
Yellow cheques by JolinGalbraith
Anyone paid a yellow cheque bill with a credit card? Can't determine whether it's possible or not.
Hi, So the "yellow postal payment slip" thing is called a yellow "Csekk" in Hungarian, since actual checks are completely unknown, but people must have heard the word in movies and thought it was cool banking term and should be ... Read More
Can an Indian working in IT find a Job in Hungary. by anindya_haldar
I am an Indian working in a software company in India. I would like to work and move in Hungary. Is there any way to find work in Hungary in IT? If yes what is the process to do so. It would be great if any one can help me. Thanks in advance.
There are a fair number of .NET shops in Hungary all right, but Java is dominant. There's a bigger issue though: Since Hungary is in the "second cheapest" tier for IT outsourcing, there is a lot of smack talk of the tier below, with ... Read More
Looking for studio or 1 bedroom in by whelmafc
Hello, I will be moving to Budapest for school, and will be needing housing from September to June. I was wondering if anyone know of any housing suitable for graduate students or have any resources I can use to look for a place. Thank you so ...
Hi, What's your budget, and what are your expectations? Students often team up and rent larger apartments, your school could be the place to start asking about online forums about this. Read More
Barber by angol
The time has come... to get my hair cut. I've been in Pest for 6 weeks and maybe noticed one or two classy ladies' salons - but no gentleman barbers have come to my attention. I see 'A-List Salon' has been recommended once on this board. Excellent ...
If the whole thing came up due to the building size, you might be better off not stirring the issue at all until you get your building permit approved based on the "official" size of your property from the "telekkonyvi kivonat" ... Read More
Can I be sued for reporting a bad business? by GuestPoster116
My husband and I got ripped off by the hotel where we had our wedding. We presented them will emails and communication records that showed the owner had agreed not to charge us a certain fee, and then he did. Unfortunately we didn't catch it ...
Hi, First of all, congratulations! :-) You could ask the journalist to frame it as an investigative report of their own, with your names redacted, so even if they know it's about you and want to sue, they can't sue anyone but the ... Read More
English only speaking jobs by Brandi Szucs
Does anyone know of any companies in Budapest looking for English speakers, but not requiring that I also speak Hungarian ? Probably most English speakers have this problem . Haha
Oh come on, don't be rude, he means well and there is no harm done. Yes, Hungarian is quite distinct from most (if not all) other languages, you can't just "pick it up" the way you can German, French, or Dutch once you know ... Read More
Barber by angol
The time has come... to get my hair cut. I've been in Pest for 6 weeks and maybe noticed one or two classy ladies' salons - but no gentleman barbers have come to my attention. I see 'A-List Salon' has been recommended once on this board. Excellent ...
I love that slip :-) From a famous Hungarian cartoon, "ballet" is a synonym of irrelevance or being sidelined, as in "if we screw up, we can go back to prance around at the ballet" I am surprised to hear your wife was not ... Read More
Thinking of Migrating to Hungary by DXBDINO28
Hi Myself and my Dad,mom and aunt are thinking of Migrating to hungary . We are thinking of incorparating a business and apply for Permanent residency . Has anyone gone through this procedure? Know of any good Immigration Lawyers? How is Hungary ...
You really should visit before making a commitment like that, it's a really charming place with lots of natural beauty, but it's definitely not for everyone. What got you interested in the first place? Read More
Barber by angol
The time has come... to get my hair cut. I've been in Pest for 6 weeks and maybe noticed one or two classy ladies' salons - but no gentleman barbers have come to my attention. I see 'A-List Salon' has been recommended once on this board. Excellent ...
From Haircuts through cheese to property lines :-) There are all kinds of cheese you guys must try! Nothing is like what you are used to of course, but there is immense variety. Take a look around any of the upcoming art and handicraft fairs, or ... Read More
English only speaking jobs by Brandi Szucs
Does anyone know of any companies in Budapest looking for English speakers, but not requiring that I also speak Hungarian ? Probably most English speakers have this problem . Haha
Hi, I think it really depends on what field you are looking into. Software development for example is done in English anyway, I had multiple coworkers who spoke little or no Hungarian. You could always teach English, obviously. There are other ... Read More
Bubble wrap
Hi, it's called "Buborek folia", and you should be able to get it in renovation stores like BricoStore or Praktiker. Read More
"man with a van" needed by dzulia
Hello, I am looking for someone who has a van and would be able to help me transport a large piece of furniture. Alternatively if you know any company or type of service that could help, please let me know. Taxi companies say 'no'... The ...
Well, that was 2 years ago, but my advice still stands :-) Can't recommend anyone in particular still. Read More
Which province has more of IT jobs in Canada? by Pushpa.latha379
Hello !!! I am from India and have applied for Canada permanent visa.. I am an IT professional and would like to know which province has more of IT jobs in Canada.
Hi, I can't really compare, but I live in Montreal and there are plenty of opportunities here. I am hearing the same about Ottawa, and I have heard the suburb of Kanata to be referred to as the Canadian Silicon Valley :-) The problem with jobs ... Read More
I want to know about LMO process
Hi, As far as I know, the LMO (Labour Market Opinion) process is all done by your employer, in order to convince the Canadoan authorities that they tried and failed to hire someone local for the position they want to bring you in for. At least ... Read More
Is it safe to live in Hungary for Arabs origin? by GuestPoster109
RPost preview I'm a French citizen of North African origin (Algeria) and live / work in UK for the last 20 years. I'm soon reaching my retirement age and wish to move to Hungary to live with my Hungarian wife because we presumed cost for foods, ...
We are drifting away from actual safety, but you might find it funny that "halal" is the word for "death" in Hungarian, so you really can't expect restaurants to print "death burger" or "death pizza" on ... Read More
BBCs LTD Hospital - contact details please! by broomers1971
Hello All, I have recently had a good friend of mine suffer a spinal injury and she has been admitted to the BBCs Ltd Hospital in Budapest. I do not have any contact details for the place. If anyone has the Telephone number, email and full ...
Was that it? Not really a hospital in the sense of in-patient care, more like a fancy private clinic, In the other thread you said fell off a horse, so I was thinking "Kozponti Baleseti Ambulancia" which has a huge sign that says ... Read More
Is it safe to live in Hungary for Arabs origin? by GuestPoster109
RPost preview I'm a French citizen of North African origin (Algeria) and live / work in UK for the last 20 years. I'm soon reaching my retirement age and wish to move to Hungary to live with my Hungarian wife because we presumed cost for foods, ...
Hi, First of all, Hungarians can be quite rude, blunt, tactless and off-putting completely indiscriminately, don't take that personally :-) Then the general sentiment among common Hungarians is that gipsies steal, jews cheat, afrians are ... Read More
Moving to Montreal from the US with an ADHD Child and IEP by canadusa
Hi, my daughter is 9(4th grade). At the end of 5th grade, I am moving to Montreal. I am very concerned about her educational needs. She has an IEP and pulled out for Math/Writing. I have done research online to try to figure out how the Educational ...
Hi, Parents on "Temporary Worker" visas may also send their children to English public schools (which are in fact 50% or 80% French depending on the program, but at least the school staff speaks English.) Our kids go to Christmas Park ... Read More
Genuine leather supply shop by destinationbp
Hi, Does anyone know if a leather supply shop exist in Budapest, or a place where they cut leather for garments or furniture? I am looking to get straps of leather suitable for handbag/shoulder bag handles. Any lead would be appreciated.
There must be some, as making handbags is a popular "lifestyle business"... Maybe you could ask some other makers you see at fairs or online? Read More
What's up with the new bicycle rentals in the city? by Marilyn Tassy
At the moment I am out of HU so not sure what is going on with the new pick up/drop off bike rental business in Budapest. I am all for saving money and doing what we can to cut back on smog in the city. The BKV rates can be expensive for students ...
Are you asking for information or just parodying the writing style of the letter to the editor section in small-town newspapers? In case you are serious: Students and seniors pay only a token fee (~100HUF/day) for unlimited public transportation ... Read More
Work for American Civil Engineer by bkln to bcn
Hello everyone, I was wondering if anyone might know whether or not I would be able to find a decent job in Budapest. Some brief background: I am a licensed engineer my state with about 5 years of work experience. I studied in both the US (BS) and ...
Hi, From what I know about working with historic buildings, it's more lawyering than engineering. Your best bet is likely a multinational company, they might be working for international clients as well. Or here's a wild idea, this is a group of ... Read More
marina dairy farms ltd. by sallylavalle
Dear expats, 2 days ago i have sent my cv on this email marinadairyfarmsltd@zoho.com, and Mrs. Haddy Williams sent me responses. Stated in the email that we are qualified, me, my brother and friend ( we used one emai address only so i can update it ...
Hi, I spent 2 minutes to search for that e-mail address in google, I got results with multiple different free e-mail providers. Maybe there is a legitimate reason to switch addresses like laundry for someone who is not a con-man? Maybe, but I can't ... Read More
LMO visa for Toronto, Canada by Chag
Hi. My brother is 12th pass in India. One of agent named Trilok overseas pvt ltd, Ahmedabad , offered a guaranteed job (maintenance) to Toronto, canada to my brother by asking 1 lac in advance to get LMO, 1 lac after visa and other 3 lac from salary ...
LMO stands for "Labour Market Opinion": It means you have some special job skill which is in short supply in Canada. So unless it is the maintenance of something in a power plant or mining equipment or similar, then no, this is a lie. You can't get ... Read More
Beware of Fraudulent Immigrations Consultants by James
It is not without reason that Citizenship and Immigrations Canada has built into it's site a strong warning about using Immigrations Consultants or Representatives. While there are a number of legitimate ones out there, many are just frauds who ...
Sorry for the immense delay: I am from Hungary, now I belong to Canada :-) This office works with all our foreign employees: http://www.gombergdalfen.ca/en/contactus.html They don't do anything the applicants couldn't do through the CIC website ... Read More
Hungarian Girls Costume
Hi, Traditional attire is "népviselet" in Hungarian, I hope that helps! It is usually hand-made, thus rather expensive. There is no single "Hungarian style", rather very distinctive styles and motifs by region, like "Kalocsai". You could try to ... Read More
Budapest airport to Ferenc Liszt Square?
Hi, The BUD airport just recently got renamed to "Liszt Ferenc", so please double-check your destination. There is a "Liszt Ferenc square" downtown right by the public transportation hub "Oktogon" though, so I'll go with that: The 200 bus takes ... Read More
i was caught and i paid fine to BKV by gosubmit
Hmm! Yesterday i had a terrible experience. I was traveling by tram near margarit island and 1 ticket inspector and cop entered and checked the tickets and they caught me for not having a photo id. They asked for my address card and gave something ...
I lived in the Hungarian countryside most of my life, and going to Budapest was like guerrilla warfare in a jungle every time. If either of you speak some Hungarian, you really should give a small, peaceful village a try before giving up on Hungary ... Read More
Anyone stay in district 9? by MikeyMcD
Hey, I'm from the UK and moving over to Budapest soon! I've currently got my eye on a couple of apartments in the district 9 region. The places are in Ferencvaros in a street called Lechner Ödön fasor (near the national theatre). Can anyone tell ...
That was a fun movie :-) Budapestians use roman numerals for districts like so: IX. ker. Can't comment on the safety, haven't been around there in a long while. As always, I'd recommend to go see for yourself before committing long term: Book a ... Read More
Glasses - Opticians in Budapest
I would definitely expect the lenses to be the same if working from the same subscription :-) Are you talking about extra layers to apply to the lens? Any trick, like multifocal? Or what shape and color the frame is? Read More
English speaking couples therapist in Budapest?
He recommended to get in touch with the Foundation of Family Therapists he's with: http://csaladiszolgalat.hu/ csszla@gmail.com Read More
Automatic deductions of utilities by Maddoc
Hi Guys Because I come and go between Sydney and Budapest. When I am not in Budapest I have friends collect bills and pay them - gas, electricity etc. Can these be organised as automatic deductions from my bank account so I don't have to impose on ...
We had Tigaz for natural gas, it was by far the worst offender in random billing. Maybe you are with a different provider. Read More
Good Art Supply Stores in Budapest? by Little Miss Zen
Does anyone know of an art supply store that sells Prismacolor brand pencils and/or markers, or a brand very similar to them in Budapest? I am from the US, and I usually buy Prismacolors, but can't seem to find them here. I've tried googling it as ...
Plan a trip to Szentendre for some inspiration, and drop by here: http://nskeret.hu/ There are a number of other stores nearby supporting the many local artists. Read More
Satnav by fidobsa
I have had my Garmin satnav for about 3 years but have not tried to update it until today. When I got it I wanted one that covered eastern Europe and it has worked fine in Hungary. Yesterday I was using it in Croatia and I've found it only has very ...
I used to work for NavNGo, makers of iGo, but it's been a while, so take this with a pinch of salt. Also I usually have the GPS face-down in the car and only listen. The price you pay for a GPS at the store is roughly 90% maps, going directly to ... Read More
A Hong Kong guy wanna work in Montreal !!
You still have not disclosed what kind of job you are looking for :-) We ask because for example IT people can get by with 0 French, whereas a shop assistant must be fluent. Hit up the job sites and take a look for yourself. Also try "West Island": ... Read More
English speaking couples therapist in Budapest?
I know a great guy, let me double check with him on the language! Read More
The best periode to fine accommodation in Montreal.
Hi, Coming in the Winter might be somewhat of a shock, spring or summer might be a better transition :-) Most rentals end and start on July 1st, but you can browse kijiji, craigslist and similar sites to see what you can find in your price range ... Read More
Friends in Budapest! by Alora114
Hello everyone, I am from New Jersey, America, but now I live in Budapest. I have been here for about 2-3 months now, but somehow I still have not managed to get to know many people or find friends. Being alone in Budapest is really boring. So ...
What did I do?? I never had one, got one of the default toilet-door ones assigned automatically somewhere down the road, and now that the whole family has expatriated, I switched to a "whole family" toilet icon. So that's one switch in the 4 years ... Read More
Catholic mass near Budagyongye?
Are you looking for an English-speaking community, or is it all in Latin anyway and a regular one is OK? (I'm sorry, I don't know much about soccer.) The search terms are "Katolikus templom" and "Katolikus gyülekezet" for a church and a community ... Read More
cheapest mobile and internet provider for cellphones? by barbara_dz9
I want to take a SIM card but dont know who are all providers?
Hi, Last time I was there, there was T-mobile, Telenor, Vodafone, and a few virtuals coming and going. They all had pre-paid offers, called "feltöltőkártya". Read More
Receiving mail in Hungary by Drinky
I've been living in Budapest for about 3 months now and cannot seem to figure out how this works. My landlord is constantly receiving slips from the postal office that there is a package waiting for him. I've not had to receive mail twice, once it ...
Let me try to keep civil and just say the reliability is inhomogeneous... Read More
Friends in Budapest! by Alora114
Hello everyone, I am from New Jersey, America, but now I live in Budapest. I have been here for about 2-3 months now, but somehow I still have not managed to get to know many people or find friends. Being alone in Budapest is really boring. So ...
Suggestion: Go ahead and do it :-) Budget at least a week for Budapest, visit other towns too, and of course other countries as well while you are here, they are packed so close together. You might want to wait for Spring though for the weather to ... Read More
Obtaining a LMO.
I'm sure you've figured out since, but it's short for Labour Market Opinion, a document an employer must request before sponsoring a work permit. Read More
Sel Defense by rikloverboy
Dear all, Is there any Gracie Barra / Krav Maga academy in Montreal?
Which is what Tai Chi is all about ;-) Read More
want to make friends and meet people by channah
Hi I'm from South Africa and I want to relocate to Canada. Anyone that can tell me more please email me at leandra@gmail.com
Hi, Can't say for certain, because there are so many options, but it is generally better to arrive with a job offer, ideally an LMO in hand. Why would you come here from the Bahamas in the winter BTW? Read More
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Hi, I live near Montreal, and did not have a chance to talk German ever since we moved here this summer :-) Read More
Automatic deductions of utilities by Maddoc
Hi Guys Because I come and go between Sydney and Budapest. When I am not in Budapest I have friends collect bills and pay them - gas, electricity etc. Can these be organised as automatic deductions from my bank account so I don't have to impose on ...
Hi, Kinda'... There's a so called "csoportos beszedés" billing, straight from your Hungarian checking account. You have to set it up individually with the different utilities and/or the different bill processing agencies they use. The procedure is ... Read More
Where to buy Viagra in BP, is it prescription needed ? URGENT by LayBack
Please help ! Where to buy Viagra in BP, is it prescription needed ? Thanks !
My spam folder is full of offers... Seriously though: Even if you can get it without prescription, it's probably better to see your doctor to get the kind with the least complications for your other possible conditions, and the least interactions ... Read More
Car Insurance by fidobsa
My car was vandalised today when parked in a quiet country lane. The front passenger door glass was smashed. I only have the Generali KGFB insurance cover which is 3rd party. Am I right in assuming there will not be any cover for glass included in ...
Case in point: my wife and I speak English, and we just left Hungary... Maybe they are aiming for Szentendre's quaint look? That truly is captivating: We lived near there for years, and I took the extra 10 minutes to pass through the promenades on ... Read More
How to verify an immigration representative and a request by Billions
Hello Beautiful people, I have two requests: 1) Please I am in communication with a immigration representative who has a registered number and is following up the documents of my friend. She requested for $1700CAD to prepare for her invitation ...
Hi, Item 1, sounds fishy: as far as I know no immigration procedure REQUIRES the services of any lawyer or other third party, you should be able to do it all yourself. It's just an option in case your time is more valuable and want to pay someone ... Read More
Sel Defense by rikloverboy
Dear all, Is there any Gracie Barra / Krav Maga academy in Montreal?
Regular self defense training is a great workout to stay fit! You also learn how to fall safely, which I expect will come very handy on the slippery pavements all winter (we've only been here in the summer...) I use Tai Chi every day for opening the ... Read More
Looking for a contact - moving to Canada from Slovenia (EU)
Hi, The first "obstacle" is the multitude of options :-) Most however revolve around the same conditions: degrees, high-skilled job experience, specific job offer... Sometimes there are funny combinations: I have a work permit for a specific job ... Read More
Car Insurance by fidobsa
My car was vandalised today when parked in a quiet country lane. The front passenger door glass was smashed. I only have the Generali KGFB insurance cover which is 3rd party. Am I right in assuming there will not be any cover for glass included in ...
This map says you should press 2.1.1.1 https://www.generali.hu/Kapcsolatfelvetel/Telecenter/Telecenter%20menupontok.aspx But I think if you just press zero or nothing at all, you usually get transferred to a human who should be intelligent enough ... Read More
Car Insurance by fidobsa
My car was vandalised today when parked in a quiet country lane. The front passenger door glass was smashed. I only have the Generali KGFB insurance cover which is 3rd party. Am I right in assuming there will not be any cover for glass included in ...
Hi, KGFB is just liability insurance, in case you are at fault in an accident. You may have gotten a "mini-CASCO" rider, which might cover this, it's worth a quick phonecall to your insurance company with your policy number at hand. Don't leave ... Read More
solar power by anns
Has anyone successfully fitted solar power, lighting or hot water systems to their cottage? I have not really seen many houses with this in Hungary but it is everywhere in the UK Thanks
What most people do here is solar thermal: Boost their hot water boiler and winter heating with non-PV panels. Needs a pool to dump excess heat in the summer though. Thermal insulation or heat pumps with underground pipes are also often better ... Read More
Annual Remembrance Day Ceremony
This is a bit pompous and fairly meh translation, so if you know a better one, please share! http://www.c3.hu/~eufuzetek/en/eng/14/index.php?mit=babits Read More
Annual Remembrance Day Ceremony
I think they just plan to remember their dead, not actually take up their quarrel with the foe. Attending world war cemeteries is also the best cure for euro-skepticism, no matter the side, so I'm all for it! BTW the Hungarian equivalent of ... Read More
a taste of home by scottevil30
Just to help out my fellow Brits there are now two stores that I know of that sell a selection of food brands from uk. 1st is candy bags sweet shop 4a 6791 gaetz ave red deer ab they sell more than just sweets. If you request something they will ...
By that logic China must be the pinnacle of superior quality in reproducing French wines, Swiss cheese, Italian shoes, German cars, and so on :-) The US variant of many foreign delicacies has half the ingredients substituted with HFCS. As long as ... Read More
VISA questions by divambb
My husband and I are planning to immigrate to Hungary from the USA but are having trouble getting answers to VISA questions. We are both retired with sufficient income to support ourselves and purchase a house when we get there. We need to know if ...
Hi, I can't answer your original question, but I strongly advise against buying immediately. (and this is coming from from someone with a lovely little cottage to sell!) Rent for a year or so, go see different parts of Budapest and the country, see ... Read More
classifieds by february
Other than ebay is there a main website for people to advertise cars and motorcycles?
What I'm saying is the only print newspaper I ever see IT people (we do everything we can online) read is a cars-for-sale ad newspapers. Not sure about the names, but "expressz auto motor magazin" might be one. Read More
What's up with McDonalds, have they shot themselves in the foot? by James
[img align=l]http://a57.foxnews.com/global.fncstatic.com/static/managed/img/U.S./660/371/McDonalds%20Heinz.jpg?ve=1[/img]What is it with these guys at the helm of McDonalds Corporation anyway? Have they gone completely crazy? On October 25th ...
Maybe they don't think they need any other brand name besides their own anymore? Ketchup is just a commodity. Read More
classifieds by february
Other than ebay is there a main website for people to advertise cars and motorcycles?
Also for vehicles hasznaltauto.hu is the most common online one. An awful lot of people still prefer the print variants though, like this one: http://info.expressz.hu/expressz-auto-motor-magazin/ Read More
Peanut Butter by Ingie
Hey all, I know this seems like a silly question, but any idea where I can find peanut butter in Budapest, I checked all the super markets but no luck.
You can always make it yourself from unsalted peanuts! Read More
I need a gas plan engineer to file with Fogaz to install Cirko i by ronaldak
I must file a plan for the installation of a new Cirko system in my flat. Can anyone explain what this is and also offer some names. Thank you
Hi, This plan must be done by a licensed engineer. I too would definitely ask for a price breakdown from the construction company to see whether it's something worth my time (the part on top of the fixed costs like filing fees and the certified ... Read More
Drains.... by fluffy2560
Couple of questions for experts in sewage matters: Can anyone tell me if it is allowed for neighbours sewage pipes to cross another person's land to the main sewer (assuming permission was previously given)? Is it possible to build something over ...
And sometimes the "szolgalmi jog" entry in the land registry (easement? IANAL) is not granular or specific enough, and the neighbor does become entitled to a lot more than the owner realizes... Read More
Travel Insurance
Hi, I think the three month rule affects most temporary workers, it sure did us. Multiple Canadian insurance companies offer coverage for this period, I think we got Bluecross. Silly expensive and luckily we never needed it :-) Read More
What is Magyar for "space heater" by missustoad
I want a tiny one to heat my big closet while I am dressing. I don't want to turn on the big heat yet. The weather is still nice. I just want to be warm for five minutes in the morning while dressing. Any suggestions where to find one?
I thought this was answered before? Hősugárzó. Read More