August 2025 - Itk-welcome - listserv.ppke.hu

Important: Please activate your university electronic services before Orientation Week

by Pázmány ITK International Office

Dear Students, Before Orientation Week begins on Monday, please make sure to open the system message in Neptun titled “University electronic services access” and carefully follow the steps described there. (You may have received this system message a few days ago or even a few weeks ago, but the title is certainly the same.) If you have already completed these steps, thank you. If not, we kindly ask you to go through them by Monday. Completing this process - including your first logins to the various university platforms - is essential to ensure that during the week (and of course later, during your studies) you can use all platforms and complete the required tasks smoothly. The message also contains the Wi-Fi password that you will need to access the network in the Faculty building. Thank you for taking care of this in advance, and we look forward to welcoming you soon! Best regards, Andrea Mihálffy Head of International Relations Office Pázmány Péter Catholic University Faculty of Information Technology and Bionics C 1083 Budapest, Práter u. 50/a. T +36 (1) 886-4702 E mihalffy.andrea(a)itk.ppke.hu

9 months

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Information about the Address Card

by Pázmány ITK International Office

Dear Students, For those concerned, please find below some important information regarding the address card. ADDRESS CARD Third-country nationals in Hungary receive their address card by email from the Immigration Authority. It is a pdf document called “ Szálláshely-igazolás ”, which contains a QR code. If you are asked to provide proof of your address, you must present this document. CHANGE OF ADDRESS If your address changes because you have moved to a different place (other than the one you used for visa purposes), you must report the change of address to the Immigration Authority (OIF). This must be done via [ https://enterhungary.gov.hu/eh/ | Enter Hungary ] : [ https://enterhungary.gov.hu/eh/ | https://enterhungary.gov.hu/eh/ ] Required documents: * rental agreement, dormitory certificate (not compulsory) * accommodation reporting form filled in and signed by your dormitory or landlord (compulsory) – you can find the form attached * valid passport Best regards, Andrea Mihálffy Head of International Relations Office Pázmány Péter Catholic University Faculty of Information Technology and Bionics

9 months

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Arrival Information

by Pázmány ITK International Office

Dear Students, Your arrival in Budapest is just around the corner - we look forward to welcoming you soon! To help with your preparations, please read the following practical information carefully. Arrival & Transport * From the airport, the easiest way to reach the city centre is the 100E airport shuttle bus (ticket: 2,200 HUF), leaving directly from the airport entrance. Tickets can be purchased at the vending machines at the airport (card payment is accepted). Please note that no other tickets or passes (including monthly passes) are valid for this bus. * For your first days, we recommend buying an ordinary 15-day Budapest travel pass (5,950 HUF), or using blocks of 10 tickets (4,500 HUF), since your student passes will only be available after enrollment (you can purchase them after 3 September at the earliest). * It is worth downloading the BudapestGO app to your phone for route planning and ticket purchases (available in English). Further travel info: https://bkk.hu/en Orientation Week (Sept 1 to 5) * We are expecting you on Monday, September 1, at 8.45 am at our Faculty building, Práter utca 50/a (don't go to the central university address in Szentkirályi utca!). * The first session will be held in Jedlik Lecture Room (signs will guide you), starting at 9.00 am. * Attendance in the Orientation Week is mandatory, except for those who informed us in advance about a late arrival, due to justifiable reasons. Enrollment * Please bring your passport (or ID for EU citizens). * Please bring 1,000 HUF (cash only) for your entry key fob. * If possible, please bring a fridge magnet from your city/country for our International Relations Office. * Full-program students must also bring: * Original diploma (and English translation if not issued in English) * Original language certificate (unless your BSc was fully in English) * Erasmus students do not need to bring their diploma or language certificates. Banking & Payments * MasterCard and Visa cards are widely accepted in Hungary. However, since the local currency is Hungarian Forint (HUF), conversion fees can add up if your account is in another currency. * Revolut and Wise cards are also popular and work smoothly in Hungary, usually with better exchange rates than traditional banks. They are good options if you want to minimize conversion costs. * In case you prefer opening a traditional Hungarian account: OTP, Erste, and K&H are the biggest banks with English-speaking services. The process takes more time and paperwork compared to Revolut/Wise. * Stipendium Hungaricum scholarship holders : you will need a Hungarian account for your scholarship payments. Both Revolut and Wise accounts are accepted for this purpose, as well as classic Hungarian bank accounts. * For IPCV students , it is worth carefully considering the currency of your account. While everyday expenses in Hungary are in HUF, in Spain and France you will need EUR. (Those receiving the EMJM scholarship will also get their stipend in EUR.) In your case, Revolut or Wise might be the most practical choice, as these accounts make it very easy and cost-efficient to switch between currencies. Dormitory * For those who have been accepted to one of the university dormitories: the dorms will be able to welcome you after 26 August. * Questions about room allocation or facilities should be addressed directly to the dormitory: kollegium(a)ppke.hu. Important Events * Commencement of classes: Monday, September 8 * International Opening Ceremony: Monday, September 8, at 4 pm (business casual attire required). * International Day : in October (TBD). If possible, please bring * a small food/snack from your country, * a typical item of national clothing. * (Neither are indispensable, but these would definitely contribute to the international atmosphere of the day.) Extras for Erasmus Students * EU citizens with a valid student ID from their home university can use it to buy a Hungarian student pass (provided that the student ID is valid for the 2025/26 academic year). Please bring it with you. * Bring your European Health Insurance Card (“blue card”), if you have one. In this case, you don't need any extra health insurance. We wish you smooth travels and are excited to see you soon in Budapest! Best regards, Andrea Mihálffy Head of International Relations Office Pázmány Péter Catholic University Faculty of Information Technology and Bionics C 1083 Budapest, Práter u. 50/a. T +36 (1) 886-4702 E mihalffy.andrea(a)itk.ppke.hu [ https://itk.ppke.hu/ ]

9 months, 1 week

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Accommodation options

by international.office＠itk.ppke.hu

Dear Students, We have received two accommodation options recently that we are now sharing with you, since some of you are still looking for accommodation. Option 1: one-room flat in the city centre - see attachment Option 2: a larger flat somewhat in the outskirts (district 18) Located in a 4-storey building with several flats. You need approx. 30 minutes to get to the university by public transport (it is not much in Budapest). If you are interested, we can put you in contact with the owner. Best regards, Ms Ágnes CSIMMA international coordinator Pázmány Péter Catholic University Faculty of Information Technology and Bionics A 1083 Budapest, Práter u. 50/a. P +36 (1) 886 4706 E [ mailto:csimma.agnes@itk.ppke.hu | csimma.agnes(a)itk.ppke.hu ] Emails are answered in an order of priority and urgency from Monday to Thursday from 8 am to 4:30 pm and on Friday from 8 am to 2 pm. [ https://itk.ppke.hu/ | fromhonlap ] · [ https://www.facebook.com/ppkeitk | facebook ] · [ https://www.instagram.com/ppkeitk/ | instagram ] · [ https://www.linkedin.com/company/ppcu-fitb/ | linkedIn ] · [ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrz97_ruqrD4IBAtTN_DwKw | youtube ] · [ https://pazmanyonline.blog.hu/ | blog ] [ https://itk.ppke.hu/ ]

9 months, 1 week

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WhatsApp group for international students and mentors

by international.office＠itk.ppke.hu

Dear Students, As you are probably aware, there is a WhatsApp group for international students and mentors, where you can put your questions, contact each other or the mentors, etc. Many of you have already been added to this group but some of you may have been left out. Therefore, we have decided to share with you the link to join the group if you are not a member yet. To join the international students' group: * scan this QR code: OR * click on this link: [ https://chat.whatsapp.com/IZnQG4eTExyKW3EM34cSiX?mode=ems_qr_t | https://chat.whatsapp.com/IZnQG4eTExyKW3EM34cSiX?mode=ems_qr_t ] Best regards, Ms Ágnes CSIMMA international coordinator Pázmány Péter Catholic University Faculty of Information Technology and Bionics A 1083 Budapest, Práter u. 50/a. P +36 (1) 886 4706 E [ mailto:csimma.agnes@itk.ppke.hu | csimma.agnes(a)itk.ppke.hu ] Emails are answered in an order of priority and urgency from Monday to Thursday from 8 am to 4:30 pm and on Friday from 8 am to 2 pm. [ https://itk.ppke.hu/ | fromhonlap ] · [ https://www.facebook.com/ppkeitk | facebook ] · [ https://www.instagram.com/ppkeitk/ | instagram ] · [ https://www.linkedin.com/company/ppcu-fitb/ | linkedIn ] · [ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrz97_ruqrD4IBAtTN_DwKw | youtube ] · [ https://pazmanyonline.blog.hu/ | blog ] [ https://itk.ppke.hu/ ]

9 months, 2 weeks

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Visa Status Update

by Md Zunayedul Islam

Dear Sir/Madam, I am writing to inform you that my Schengen visa was issued on 14 July 2025 by the Dhaka Office of the Embassy of Hungary in New Delhi, through VFS Global. I am scheduled to travel from Dhaka to Budapest on 26 August 2025. My departure is set for 2:45 AM CEST, and am expected to arrive in Budapest the same day at 7:35 PM CEST. Kind regards, Md Zunayedul Islam Incoming IPCVAI Student

9 months, 3 weeks

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Important information for new students at Pázmány ITK

by Pázmány ITK International Office

Dear New Students, We hope you are doing well and preparing for your exciting journey to Budapest! Please take a moment to read the following important updates and reminders. Temporary reduced office capacity The colleagues of the International Relations Office are currently on summer leave, with very limited office operations. This means that responses to emails may take longer than usual. From 18 August, we will resume work at full capacity. Visa status updates If you require a visa to enter Hungary and have not yet informed us about the status of your visa application, please email us an update. This will help us understand where each of you stands in the process. Mentors Unfortunately, we have not yet been able to assign a mentor to everyone (the good news is that we are welcoming an exceptionally large number of international students this year!). If you have a specific issue where a mentor’s help would be particularly useful, please write to us and we will try to arrange assistance in the meantime. Accommodation reminders If you still have not arranged accommodation, please review our housing page again: [ https://itk.ppke.hu/en/housing | https://itk.ppke.hu/en/housing ] . For students assigned to the dormitory, the dorm management will contact you directly with move-in details. We can confirm that bedding (pillow and duvet) is provided, but you must bring your own bedsheet and towels (or buy them upon arrival in Budapest). Plates, cutlery, etc. should also be purchased in Budapest during your first days. For all other questions regarding the dormitory, please contact the dorm management directly, as we do not have further information. Small requests from the IRO If possible, please consider bringing: a) A fridge magnet from your city or country - we love to decorate our IRO with them. b) A national snack that does not expire before October - we will showcase them at our International Day in October. c) If you have room in your luggage, you may also bring a piece of traditional attire to represent your country at the International Day, though this is entirely optional. Getting to know Budapest For those who would like to get a sense of what life in Budapest is like, we recommend browsing [ https://welovebudapest.com/en | https://welovebudapest.com/en ] for news, tips, and local insights. Documents for full-degree students If you are starting one of our full-degree programs (i.e. any program other than Erasmus+ mobility for studies), do not forget to bring the original versions of your documents for enrolment: * BSc diploma * Proof of English proficiency (unless your BSc was fully taught in English, in which case you are exempt from this requirement). Orientation Week attendance If, due to reasons beyond your control (such as visa delays), you cannot arrive in time to start the Orientation Week on 1 September, please inform us immediately. The Orientation Week is an integral and mandatory part of your studies, and absence is only permitted for justified reasons. We will send you the Orientation Week programme in the last days of August. If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact us. (Kindly note, however, that until 18 August, our replies may be delayed due to the reduced summer schedule.) We look forward to meeting you soon and wish you smooth preparations for your new life and studies in Budapest! Best regards, Andrea Mihálffy Head of International Relations Office Pázmány Péter Catholic University Faculty of Information Technology and Bionics C 1083 Budapest, Práter u. 50/a. T +36 (1) 886-4702 E mihalffy.andrea(a)itk.ppke.hu [ https://itk.ppke.hu/ ]

9 months, 3 weeks

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