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A guide for foreign students in Budapest, Hungary

As last years show a significant increase in students looking for higher education in Hungary are, focusing mainly live in the major cities of Budapest, Szeged, Debrecen and Pecs, as well as many foreign nationals in Budapest as part of the training and employment for farm management. The following is a detailed guide to help you around the city of Budapest easy to get the hint the most important functions to help you enjoy your day to day guidance and the lively nightlife in Budapest, the capital of Hungary.

About Budapest:

By many to be one of the finest classical capitals in Europe, Budapest is situated on the banks of the Danube. The city has three Parts: the olde section of Buda with plenty of Celtic and Roman ruins, Buda side of the mountain on the west bank of the Danube, established, well known for its historic Castle Hill and pastoralists Residential area, and the living plague, removed his bustling neighborhood on the plains of the eastern shore. Since its unification in 1873, Budapest is also the location of one of most beautiful cities in the world heritage site known.

Filled with cinemas, cafes, festivals, sports events, theaters, pubs, clubs and restaurants. The atmosphere is perfect for international students live in the city, as there are numerous schools and universities in which students from all over the world to study and experience the vibrant life of the city. There are 25 universities in Hungary, of which 10 are in Budapest, as the most famous of Budapest's universities Semmelweis University, Szent Istvan University of Veterinary Medicine, University of Technology or the Franz Liszt University of Musical Studies. Budapest plenty of academic life housed many students from different countries on their foreign language courses.

Site seeing in Budapest:

Margitsziget

(Margaret Island) on the Danube is a great place to lay back and relax, or pursue sports in its huge park. Jogging around the island on the specially-built jogging track is very popular with the students.

Museum of Fine Arts

Situated on the Heroes' Square, have This huge museum houses a unique collection of European paintings and offers a variety of world-known exhibitions from around the world. The students, the prices at the Box office enjoying reduced.

Liszt Ferenc Square

One of the most famous (and beautiful) areas for the transfer a beautiful afternoon and sit for a relaxing dinner. Filled with restaurants and cafes these places by local and foreign students have attended since it cold after a hard day's work and study.

Parliament

The Hungarian parliament building is the headquarters of the National Assembly of Hungary. It is the largest building in Hungary and one of the oldest legislative buildings in Europe. With its stunning Gothic architecture and one of the most popular Destination of Budapest.

St. Stephen's Basilica

The largest Catholic church in Budapest, and the second largest church in Hungary and Hungary is home to sacred treasure, St. Stephen's mummified right hand. The Basilica of the architecture and interior design are a must. Between 1 April to 31 October can climbing visitors on its tour and admire the panorama of the two in the plane and the hills of Budapest.

Heroes' Square

The hotel is at the end of Andrássy út Heroes Square is one of the main squares of Budapest. It is rich in historical and political connotations, and is reminiscent of the 1000th Anniversary of the arrival the Hungarian tribes into the Carpathian Basin.

The Castle District

Filled with narrow streets and old houses, while the old castle with a view from above, reflects this district of Budapest, a unique authentic medieval atmosphere.

The Opera House

Located in central Pest, and as a unique building. The condition of the Opera is a must-see location in town! These were just a few of the many tourist attractions Spread around Budapest. It is always recommended to travel on foot through the historic district and enjoy the impressive architecture and ambience of this historic city.

Wi-Fi

Wireless Internet access can be found on most of the central cafes and restaurants. As in the shopping centers. It is also possible to purchase a USB wireless transmitter through the wireless service provider (eg T-Mobile, Verizon or), and stay connected with the card, while no free Wi-Fi is available.

Transportation

Students should be careful with the taxi taken off the road, it is strongly recommended to call a taxi by phone from an established company taxi as the fare is fixed and determined in advance. It is not advisable street.Budapest a taxi in the take an excellent public transport network, buses, subways and streetcars often, especially in peak hours to run, while the night buses allow transport during the night. Passengers are checked frequently, so it is recommended that a day pass or monthly, weekly or 3-day tickets (discounts for students presents available with student ID) to buy. Cycling is getting more and more popular in the city, and bicycles for daily / hourly Customs of different providers can be rented around the city. A few reliable, well-known taxi companies are:

Taxi Plus (0618888000)
Taxi 2000 (0612000000)
Cab 6x6 (061 466 666)
Zona taxi (a firm offers cheap from Budapest to the airport: 0613655555)

When ordering a taxi, you must provide the sender with your name, as if the taxi comes, you will be asked to identify under the name

Average Cost of living in Budapest

You should consider the amount of money for meeting your average expenditure during the academic year. The cost are estimates only, and should help students plan their financial budget. These are the average costs of the utility expenses. Actual Expenditure may depend on individual consumption. From check-ups with various management companies and tenants living in Budapest in the past and present, is the average recommended spending approximately 200,000 HUF per month cost. This is to cover the cost of utilities, meals, transport, urban, teaching materials, some personal expenses and smaller charges

Media & News:

Many foreign newspapers in most kiosks finding is the weekly English those of the Economist and the International Herald Tribune, Budapest Sun, Budapest Business Journal and Budapest Week. It is also recommended a copy of the pesticides, cultural programs and information such as English-language films include, for example. Unlike newspapers, the English international TV stations broadcasting are CNN, BBC World and Sky News. On the radio BBC-RFI is broadcast on FM 99.1 in English, French and German.

Visa and residence permit allows:

Since Hungary is a member of the European Union (from 2004), other citizens of the EU and EEA Member States usually require a visa to enable Enter Hungary. Apart from thouse countries under the EU regulation, the citizens of EEA countries in the following list are allowed to Hungary without the need Enter a Vise under the restriction that their stay is longer than 90 days within a period of 6 months, and that the aim of their visit is not for earning opportunities Activity. These countries are: Andorra, Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Brunei, Canada, Costa Rica, United States, Guatemala, Honduras, Hong Kong (Special Administrative Region Pass), Croatia, Israel, Japan, Republic of Korea, Macao (Special Administrative Region passport), Malaysia, Mexico, Monaco, Nicaragua, Panama, Paraguay, El Salvador, San Marino, Switzerland, Singapore, New Zealand, Uruguay, Vatican City, Venezuela.

Schengen Agreement

As a signatory to the Schengen Agreement. a visa to Hungary entitled to travel throughout the Schengen area.

Non EU / EEA citizens

The citizens of the non-EU/EEA need those for a visa get) can apply for different types of visas depending the purpose of their visit. Long-term visa. The application process for a long-term visa usually takes about 45 Days, while an application is for a short-term visas are usually processed within 10 days.

Medical services for foreign Nationals:

Following are private clinics, services for foreign nationals. The staff is fluent in English, and most of the treatments under the terms of the insurance policy covered a visitor to Hungary, bought in his own country:

Firstmed: 061-2249090 (Call 24-hour reception. Buda side)
Expat Medical Budapest: 0612404324 (Buda)
International Medical Services (IMS): 061-3298423 (Pest side).

Accommodation:

Search for the right apartment in Budapest can be a difficult task, there are many factors to consider (proximity to public transport, operating costs, suitability of the area and district, etc.). The following website is recommended to search for apartments in Budapest, as well as meeting new flatmates and roommates http://www.RoomMatesBudapest.com

Nightlife:

Nightlife in Budapest are world famous. From Szimpla Kert, with its unique atmosphere, the friendly Morrisson's the big dance bar High-end clubs like the white angel and Studio Club, Budapest night life is a constant rush! Be sure you do not miss special events to international students, as they are famous for the best parties in town.

About the Author

David Farkas,
http://www.StudentsBudapest.com
1065 Budapest,
Lázár u. 9 

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