As there are no comprehensive official data on the social and economic situation of refugees living in Hungary, Menedék Association examined the data of its own clientele. This is approx. 7% of the total population of refugees. It can be assumed that those seeking help from Menedék are in a more vulnerable position than the average, so the sample is not representative.
Based on the data, an important trend is that the time spent in Hungary increases the Hungarian language skills of refugees and the level of their education, which has a positive effect on their labor market situation. Even a basic education in Hungary and a knowledge of the Hungarian language greatly contribute to the strengthening of their livelihood security.
In the first years, refugees are typically able to find work as employees, but among those who have lived here for a long time, the number of those who start their own business and becoming self-employed is increasing.