Hungary

Ötöslottó — how prizes are taxed

Hungarian lottery prizes are paid tax-free to players.

Hungary: the rules

Winnings from Szerencsejáték Zrt. number games (Ötöslottó, Hatoslottó) and other operators licensed in Hungary are exempt from personal income tax — the prize is paid in full, to foreign winners as well. Winnings from unlicensed foreign operators are taxable at 15%.

Regulator: Szabályozott Tevékenységek Felügyeleti Hatósága (SZTFH)official site

Full country guide: every Hungary game, ranked, with tax rules. For a cross-border view, see lottery tax in every country and the after-tax prize calculator.

This page is general information, not tax advice. Rules change and personal circumstances matter — for a significant win, pay a local professional before you claim.

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Last verified: 2026-08-29