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Since 2022, over 47,000 refugees have applied for Temporary Protection. A significant number of refugees have also chosen to reside on the territory under other forms of legal stay, including residents permits. 66 With five land border crossings, the country remains a critical entry point for people fleeing the conflict in Ukraine, including Hungarian dual nationals. Compared to earlier periods, the pace of new arrivals has nevertheless stabilized with approximately 700 new Temporary Protection applications per month in 2024.
Temporary Protection status in Hungary, renewed annually by the government, grants refugees access to essential services like healthcare, education, employment, and financial support. Over ti e,the overn ent’ssu orthasshiftedfro road-basedassistanceforallarrivalstotargeted aid, with a focus on self-reliance and access to work.
The majority of refugees in Hungary have now been displaced for over two years and continue to navigate the complexities of socio-economic inclusion, such as adapting to the local language, finding stable housing, accessing healthcare, and securing decent employment. 68 For many, the process remains complex, and despite visible progress in inclusion, significant financial and non- financial challenges persist.
The Hungary Refugee Response Plan has evolved over the years to meet refugees’ needs, transitioning from an initial focus on immediate relief for new arrivals to a longer-term strategy focused on sustainable protection and socio-economic inclusion. This two-year appeal emphasizes programs that foster refu ees’ in lusion in Hungarian society, build stable livelihoods, while complementing state assistance for the most vulnerable families. By prioritizing inclusion, this two- year RRP showcases partners' commitment to enhancing resilience among refugees, in coordination with government actors and local service providers.