Want to register for COVID vaccines in Hungary? – Here is everything you need to know

Since the fourth wave of the global coronavirus pandemic is just around the corner here in Hungary, there have been talks about the third dose of coronavirus vaccines. Israel was one of the first countries to finish vaccinating its population, and because of that, they are the first to take the third dose, and it seems like it might be the solution.

According to 24.hu, the fourth wave already hit Israel, and it seems like, thanks to the vaccines, the current wave is not as deadly as before. Unfortunately, however, research shows that the antibody count is rapidly declining after six months of inoculation.

Virologists suggest that taking a third dose or administering the vaccine to those who have not been inoculated yet is the way to go.

But how can you get the vaccine in Hungary?

Thankfully, Index gathered all the information you might need about getting vaccinated in Hungary, be it the first, second or third time. Although 5.5 million people have received two doses, Gergely Gulyás, a government official, emphasised that there are about 8 million more doses available.

Who can register on the vakcinainfo.gov.hu website?

• Every citizen living in Hungary,
• children over 12 may be registered by their parents,
• diaspora Hungarians (citizenship or Hungarian ID),
• Hungarian citizens living abroad, and
• foreigners living in Hungary using THIS English registration interface.

How to get your first vaccine?

You first need to be registered as mentioned above. You can check your registration HERE.

After that, you would need to register on the website of the National eHealth Infrastructure (EESZT). You can then choose a vaccine and book an appointment. The platform will tell you if it was successful, but you will also receive a confirmation e-mail. (Registration might take a few days before you are able to book an appointment.)

You can also contact your GP, but if you have any illness, you need to recover before getting the vaccine. If you have recovered, check with your doctor about the appointment.

What to bring with you to your first vaccination?

• TAJ card (Hungarian Social Security Card),
• ID card,
• completed declaration of consent (downloadable HERE),
• the confirmation e-mail (just in case).

How to get the second vaccine?

You do not have to register for the second dose, but keep in mind that you will receive the second jab at the same place you registered for the first one, and they will tell you when to come back when you receive the first jab.

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Where and how to register for the third dose?

It is similar to how the first one works. You can opt to contact your GP or you can visit the website of the National eHealth Infrastructure (EESZT) and book another appointment for your vaccination.

Keep in mind that you need to have received the second dose at least four months prior to registering for the third.

As for what vaccine you might receive, a doctor will decide it at the site after consulting with you.

What if you do not have a TAJ card (Hungarian Social Security Card)?

If you do not have a TAJ card, unfortunately, you cannot book an appointment, but that does not mean you are not entitled to a third dose.

There are special vaccination points for people without a TAJ card, usually in the central hospital of each county and the capital. If you have received your vaccines in a foreign country (even if you have a TAJ card), you will also need to use these points. Here, they will check your vaccination documents before giving you the third dose.

What to bring to your third vaccination?

• TAJ card (Hungarian Social Security Card),
• ID card,
• completed declaration of consent (downloadable HERE),
• documentation of your previous doses,
• the confirmation e-mail (just in case).

If you have any trouble, contact the vaccination point you have booked an appointment at, your GP, or write an e-mail to oltas.eeszt@okfo.gov.hu.

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Source: 24.hu, Index.hu