What Hungary's guest worker restriction against Philippines, Georgia, and Armenia really means (opens original article in a new tab)

Hungary has restricted guest worker recruitment from the Philippines, Georgia, and Armenia, closing one permit category but allowing alternative visa routes with stricter requirements.

• Hungary ended expedited guest worker permits for specific countries, affecting recruitment from the Philippines most significantly.
• Alternative employment-purpose permits remain available but require more complex processes and longer processing times.
• The policy change targets temporary labor shortages in lower-skilled sectors, while not affecting existing workers or permanent residency pathways.