- Hungary’s National Tax and Customs Administration (NAV) launched a digital VAT refund system at Budapest Airport in February 2026.
- Electronic terminals now allow non-EU travelers to process VAT refunds quickly and digitally, reducing paperwork and manual steps.
- The system, developed with Global Blue, enables travelers to choose refund methods like bank cards and aims to speed up the EU exit process.
- The reform modernizes the process without changing tax laws, reflecting NAV’s focus on digitalization and improving passenger experience.
- Eligible foreign customers can reclaim VAT on goods exported in personal luggage by presenting receipts and goods at customs before departure.
Source: fiscal-requirements.com
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