Create a professional invoice for Hungary in HUF, with VAT calculated at 27%. Below you’ll find what an invoice in Hungary must include, current rates and local rules — plus a free generator already set up for Hungary.
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| Currency | Hungarian Forint (HUF, Ft) |
|---|---|
| Consumption tax | VAT |
| Local name | Általános forgalmi adó (ÁFA) |
| Standard rate | 27% |
| Reduced rates | 18%, 5% |
| Date format | YYYY.MM.DD (e.g. 2026.10.28) |
| Keep invoices for | 8 years |
| Registration / small-business threshold | HUF 18 million annual turnover |
Make sure every invoice you issue in Hungary includes:
This is what a typical invoice looks like with HUF amounts and ÁFA applied. Create your own in the generator — your data never leaves your browser.
| Description | Qty | Unit price | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Consulting services (hours) | 10 | 29 000 Ft | 290 000 Ft |
| Website design | 1 | 410 000 Ft | 410 000 Ft |
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The standard VAT rate in Hungary is 27%. Reduced rates of 18%, 5% apply to certain goods and services.
Generally yes, once you are registered for VAT. Businesses below the registration or small-business threshold (HUF 18 million annual turnover) usually do not charge VAT — in that case don’t show it on the invoice and, where required, state the exemption.
Invoices in Hungary are normally issued in Hungarian Forint (HUF). You can usually invoice in a foreign currency, but many tax authorities require the tax amount to also be stated in the local currency.
Keep copies of all issued and received invoices for at least 8 years.
Key elements include: Issue date and a unique sequential invoice number; Name, address and tax number of seller and buyer (buyer’s tax number for domestic B2B); Date of supply; Description and quantity of goods or services; Net unit price, tax base, VAT rate and VAT amount (VAT always also in HUF).
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Create an invoice for Hungary — free⚠️ General information, not tax or legal advice. Rules change and may depend on your situation — confirm with a local tax adviser or the tax authority. Last reviewed October 2026.
