idegen
American citizen
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American
Registration: 27 September 2018
My expat journey
Los Angeles, California, USA
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Has anyone gone through the simplified naturalization precedure? by Regwo
I understand that knowledge of the Hungarian language is a requirement, but how well must I know Hungarian? I can speak it just under an intermediate level.
When I had to get official birth & marriage certificates dating to the late 19th century from Hungary I filled out some forms that were on the consulate's website and received them in a few months, specifically this birth certificate request ... Read More
Verification of Hungarian Citizenship (by descent) by bande11
Hi Everyone, I will try to keep this as concise as possible! I am an Australian Citizen. Not too long ago I found out I have Hungarian blood (my grandparents on my fathers side were both born in Hungary). Whilst on a working holiday visa in London ...
I'd honestly be surprised if you qualified for verification of citizenship, but there's not enough information to say for sure. I'd start learning Hungarian to prepare for simplified naturalization. Read More
Has anyone gone through the simplified naturalization precedure? by Regwo
I understand that knowledge of the Hungarian language is a requirement, but how well must I know Hungarian? I can speak it just under an intermediate level.
Willie, I really feel that you should apply again in the US, and not in Hungary this time. Most of the bad news I've heard about doing simplified naturalization comes from people who have applied in Budapest. I have no logical explanation for ... Read More
Has anyone gone through the simplified naturalization precedure? by Regwo
I understand that knowledge of the Hungarian language is a requirement, but how well must I know Hungarian? I can speak it just under an intermediate level.
I would definitely get a Skype tutor, one who has experience prepping people for the simplified naturalization interview. I don't think I would have passed if I didn't have a lot of time prepping with one, both on Skype (via italki) and with ... Read More
Has anyone gone through the simplified naturalization precedure? by Regwo
I understand that knowledge of the Hungarian language is a requirement, but how well must I know Hungarian? I can speak it just under an intermediate level.
Ah I misunderstood then. Yes, they must be certified, but the consulate does that on the spot, for a fee ($24 per document in my case). You don't need to send your translations out somewhere to get certified - just do it at the consulate. Read More
Has anyone gone through the simplified naturalization precedure? by Regwo
I understand that knowledge of the Hungarian language is a requirement, but how well must I know Hungarian? I can speak it just under an intermediate level.
I used a Hungarian translator in the US after finding her website on Google. I still have her email/website if anyone needs it (not sure I should openly post it here). Read More
Has anyone gone through the simplified naturalization precedure? by Regwo
I understand that knowledge of the Hungarian language is a requirement, but how well must I know Hungarian? I can speak it just under an intermediate level.
Sziasztok! I passed my simplified naturalization interview today in the US and just wanted to add some info as I used this very long thread (and messaged some members here) to help me prepare for it. I have been studying Hungarian somewhat ... Read More