What do expats find most challenging?
We asked expats and digital nomads what they find the most challenging about the local culture in Hungary. They wrote...
"Expats in Hungary often find the language barrier to be one of the most challenging aspects of the local culture. Additionally, the Hungarian bureaucracy can be difficult to navigate, as the paperwork and processes can be complex and time-consuming. Furthermore, the Hungarian culture is quite different from many other countries, and expats may find it difficult to adjust to the local customs and traditions. Finally, the cost of living in Hungary can be high, making it difficult for expats to find affordable housing and other necessities," commented one expat who made the move to Hungary.
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"For me the Hungarian language is the most difficult and challenging aspect of living in Hungary. English is widely spoken and understood in most big cities, but there can still be issues with basic communication. Even though I have lived here for a while (I do love it), and I am trying to learn the language (nagyon nehéz - very hard), I often feel a bit lost, especially when trying to communicate with a non-English speaker or trying to read a sign or listen to an announcement when it is only offered in Hungarian. I will keep trying, but that is my biggest challenge," remarked another expat in Hungary.
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Betsy Burlingame is the Founder and President of Expat Exchange and is one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International and Mass Market Marketing. She graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University with a BA in International Business and German.
Some of Betsy's articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Portugal, 7 Best Places to Live in Panama and 12 Things to Know Before Moving to the Dominican Republic. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.