The Hungarian Hotels and Restaurants Association (MSZESZ) and the Hungarian Hospitality Employers' Association (VIMOSZ) hope for constructive professional consultation on introducing stricter measures for the employment of third-party country nationals as they are essential for dealing with sectoral labor shortage.
VIMOSZ head Pál Zoltán Gál told MTI on Wednesday that several tourist attractions, restaurants, and accommodations in Budapest would not be able to operate if it were impossible to employ foreign workers from third party countries.
They indicated to the new government through informal channels, together with other professional organizations, that a responsible policy should be pursued on this issue, taking into account economic aspects, he added.
He called the timing of the introduction of the regulation during the summer peak season particularly unpleasant, because they could handle the measures much better later.
MSZESZ said the hotel-restaurant-catering sector is highly labor-intensive. It is currently struggling with a significant labor shortage and therefore continues to need alternative employment solutions. The organization also noted that several restrictions on the employment of third-party country workers have come into force in the past two years, which have posed serious challenges.
Top 5 Articles
What Awaits the Hungarian Economy in 2026 and 2027? April 24, 2026 - Duna House Profit Climbs Nearly 70% in Q3 November 24, 2025
- 'Recharge' Campaign Launched to Boost Domestic Tourism January 21, 2026
- Hungary’s Growth Stalls as Inflation Returns to Target Range February 6, 2026
- Business, Consumer Confidence at Two-Year High in April April 23, 2026
