Hungary Unemployment Benefit (Állaskeresesi Jaradek) Calculator
Determine statutory unemployment compensation, benefit duration (up to 90 days), and net payouts under Flt. rules.
Direct Statutory Calculation Result
Calculation Parameters (Act I of 2012, Flt., Htv., & Tax Codes)
Statutory Itemized Breakdown
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Frequently Asked Statutory Questions
What is the eligibility condition for unemployment benefit (allaskeresesi jaradek) in Hungary?
Under Act IV of 1991 (Flt.), an applicant must have registered jobseeker and accumulated at least 360 days of insured employment within the 3 years preceding registration.
How long can unemployment benefits be received in Hungary?
Every 10 days of insured work entitles the applicant to 1 day of benefit, with a statutory minimum of 36 days and a strict maximum ceiling of 90 calendar days (among the shortest in the EU).
What is the daily maximum cap for Hungarian unemployment benefits?
The statutory daily benefit is 60% of the applicant prior average daily gross wage, but it cannot exceed 100% of the statutory daily minimum wage (minimalber). For 2024/2025, the daily cap is 8,893 HUF/day (~266,800 HUF/month).
What taxes are deducted from unemployment benefits in Hungary?
Only 15% Personal Income Tax (SZJA) is deducted from allaskeresesi jaradek. It is exempt from 18.5% social security contributions (TB), yet the duration counts fully towards retirement pension service time.
Can you claim remaining benefit if you find a job early?
Yes. If a recipient secures a full-time, indefinite employment before the 90 days elapse, they can claim 80% of the remaining unpaid benefit lump-sum incentive grant upon application.
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