Among the changes presented in our previous article, the changes concerning the authority structure entered into force on 1 January 2026, and on 1 March 2026 the rule extending consumer status to SMEs (provided that they act outside their economic activity), as well as the rules concerning replacement claims and the value threshold for issuing warranty certificates, also entered into force.

From 19 June 2026, it will become mandatory for webshops and online service providers to provide the online withdrawal function, so they have less than two weeks left to create it. The online withdrawal function must be displayed in a clearly visible and easily accessible manner, under the designation “withdrawal from the contract”. Through this, the consumer must find a clearly worded, easily readable withdrawal statement, which, by filling it in with data and then using the “confirm withdrawal” function, enables the consumer to communicate their withdrawal to the undertaking online.

Although in the case of online purchases consumers have already been entitled to withdraw from the purchase within 14 days without giving reasons, until now this has often meant a complicated, slow process. The change may make the withdrawal process easier for consumers; its purpose is to raise greater awareness of the right of withdrawal, and it will also make the withdrawal practices of individual undertakings more controllable and better documented.

The regulation expressly provides that the “withdrawal button” must be made available in a clearly visible and easily accessible manner, thereby ensuring that undertakings cannot push it into the background and reduce it to a hidden, rarely used function.

After becoming aware of a withdrawal made through online withdrawal, the undertaking must send an acknowledgement of receipt, which certifies that the statement concerning the withdrawal has arrived, that it has been received, and contains the content of the withdrawal as well as the time of sending.

The function has become mandatory regardless of whether the webshop is operated by a Hungarian or foreign undertaking; it extends to all transactions where a consumer purchases from an undertaking outside business premises, through a distance contract.

It is important to note that the withdrawal function does not create a right of withdrawal, but is intended to regulate and facilitate the exercise of the right of withdrawal – therefore, where the consumer is not entitled to such a right in the first place (Section 29 of Government Decree 45/2014 (II. 26.), e.g. customised products, perishable goods), they will not be entitled to it even after the entry into force of the present regulation.

Many Hungarian websites have already created this function, so consumers may already have encountered it in several places. Given that the regulation is based on an EU directive (Directive (EU) 2023/2673), the use of the function will become mandatory on the same date in all European Union countries, so consumers may also notice and use it when using foreign webshops.

When buying a property, the amount of credit available is not the only factor that matters. It is equally important to understand the conditions and long-term commitments involved. The new Wekerle Plus scheme may offer an opportunity for first-time homebuyers, but there are several important details to clarify before applying.

Owning a home is a long-term goal for many people, often requiring substantial savings or a mortgage. Launched on October 28, 2026, the Wekerle Plus home loan scheme may help eligible applicants purchase their own property through preferential interest rates. However, the scheme is not simply a financial opportunity: applicants must also consider the eligibility requirements and the obligations they will be expected to fulfil in the years ahead.

Divorce can raise significant questions not only in personal life but also regarding the future of a business. This is particularly true when one spouse owns a company or when the spouses have built a business together during their marriage. In such cases, an important question arises: if the company is registered in only one spouse’s name, can the other spouse claim a share of its value?

The answer depends on several factors, including when and how the business interest was acquired, the period during which the spouses’ marital community of property existed, and whether joint marital assets were used to finance the business.

When transferring a high-value property, the key question is not only under which legal title the property can be acquired, but also what tax or duty consequences arise from the chosen legal arrangement. This is particularly relevant where the acquirer does not fall within the scope of persons exempt from inheritance or gift duty. This raises an important question: which legal arrangement – inheritance, gift, maintenance agreement, inheritance contract or trust – may result in the lowest duty burden?

Notice: This article does not constitute legal advisory services, and does not necessarily match the interpretation of the applicable laws by the authorities. This article is for general information only.

In today’s modern legal environment, the documented and professional examination of digital evidence, as well as the protection of devices and user accounts, has become increasingly important in legal disputes and proceedings.

Our firm’s cooperating partner in this field is Biztonság Akadémia Kft.

The professional expertise of our partner is provided by Tamás Durmics, an independent IT security expert and ethical hacker with more than 25 years of experience in information technology and security. His work focuses on documented and independent examination methodologies, as well as on presenting technical findings in a clear and comprehensible manner suitable for use in legal proceedings.

One of the most common situations giving rise to the greatest number of conflicts during probate proceedings is when the deceased dies without making a testamentary disposition. In such cases, the fate of the assets and debts is determined by the statutory order of succession under the Hungarian Civil Code. Although the rules are clear, a significant proportion of clients are not aware of the more important changes introduced by the Civil Code currently in force, particularly with regard to the rights of the surviving spouse or the extent of the compulsory share.