Wealth tax · Herdon Law Firm

Hungarian-resident individuals

The draft proposes a worldwide-wealth assessment for Hungarian residents. An address alone does not determine residence.

Based on the supplied draft. The rules described have not been verified as effective law; the final provisions may change.

Determining residence

Section 2(3) would start from the income-tax definition, with its own additions and exceptions. Dual nationality, long-term life abroad and the Hungarian presence of certain foreign individuals would require review. Not every Hungarian citizen or person with a Hungarian address would necessarily fall within scope.

Worldwide wealth and family arrangements

Section 4 would cover Hungarian and overseas assets. Under section 6, qualifying substantiated debts could reduce the amount; net wealth above HUF 1 billion would form the tax base. Section 7 would separately govern spouses’ and minor children’s assets.

Starting points for an individual review

Treaty effects require checking whether the relevant treaty would cover this tax (section 8).

Frequently asked questions

Does a Hungarian address alone determine residence?

No. The definition, additions and exceptions in section 2(3) would need to be applied together.

Would overseas wealth be included?

Section 4 would include Hungarian and overseas assets for Hungarian residents. Qualifying debts and treaty effects would require separate review (sections 6 and 8).

Source and section references: 2. § 3. pont · 4. § · 6–8. §
Open draft (Hungarian)