Tax Benefits
Tax season has just started: drafts for the 2025 tax returns created by the Hungarian Tax Authority always become available in the middle of March. You can already check yours online with your Ügyfélkapu or DÁP login. If your monthly reports were all alright throughout 2025, this will only take a few minutes. Make sure to submit your tax returns by May 20.
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In an attempt to give a boost to the Hungarian hospitality industry, business meals at restaurants are not subject to representation tax starting from February 2026. At the same time, pálinka, a typical Hungarian fruit spirit can also be given freely as a business gift. These measures are supposed to also benefit businesses that often do business meetings over meals and like to present Hungarian-typical gifts to their partners. Learn about the Hungarian representation tax and the new exemptions here.
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In an attempt to better support families in Hungary, various tax benefits have been introduced and then extended over recent years. One of them is the tax exemption for mothers, which allows women to avoid paying personal income tax based on their age and the number of their children. Eligibility conditions have been being broadened, and the trend is expected to continue in coming years.
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Fringe benefits are a form of compensation apart from a salary. They are typically available for specific purposes and at tax rates lower than those of regular salaries. If you are interested in applying them at your Hungarian company, consult your accountant to see if they indeed provide a cost-effective solution for your business.
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The new year has arrived, and several changes announced throughout last year have come into force now. See our summary here and start the new year fully compliant with HR and payroll related regulations.
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Taxes in Hungary get updated regularly to reflect changes in economy. The Parliament has recently approved the latest tax package of 11 updates for 2026 and beyond. Read on to learn what the latest tax changes are and how they will affect your Hungarian business.
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The SZÉP Card, the most popular fringe benefit in Hungary, will again include groceries in its scope between December 2025 and April 2026. This is the third time the scope of the SZÉP Card has been extended this way over the last few years, and it is again a temporary measure, timed to support the holiday shopping and party season.
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Starting from October 1, 2025, women who are raising or have raised 3 children are eligible for a new tax exemption: they will not have to pay personal income tax anymore. There are no restrictions on nationality either. Mothers need to submit an application, which is done easiest through the employer.
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Currently there is a wide variety of work permits available depending on the job and the background of the applicants. The Hungarian work permit is in fact a residence permit given for the purpose of work, but having children in Hungary is not supposed to affect the residency status while foreign workers will also be eligible for most Hungarian child benefits.
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While the family tax benefit is being increased from July, eligibility for the tax benefit of mothers of four or more is narrowed down. As a result, payroll specialists need to pay extra attention to calculating taxes for employees this month, while the July take-home-pay of some employees will change in Hungary.
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