07/10/2026
Important: the following summary is based on the draft legislation and explanatory memorandum on the introduction of wealth tax in Hungary released for public consultation. The proposal has not yet been enacted or submitted to the National Assembly, and the rules may therefore change substantially during the legislative process.
Who Would Be Liable for Wealth Tax in Hungary?
Under the proposal, the first step for wealth tax in Hungary would always be to determine the taxpayer’s residence for wealth-tax purposes. This would establish whether the individual’s worldwide assets, or only specified assets connected with Hungary, fell within the scope of the tax.
Domestically resident individuals
Domestically resident individuals would be subject to unlimited tax liability of wealth tax in Hungary. This means that, when determining the wealth-tax base, they would have to take account not only of assets located in Hungary but also of assets situated abroad.
Wealth tax in Hungary 2026: who could be affected by the proposal, which assets could be taxable, and when might the first deadline fall?