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Driving licence renewal in Hungary

Written from published rules on 26 August 2026. Not monitored for changes since. A starting point, not official advice — confirm anything that matters with Kormányhivatal / Kormányablak (Government Office / Government Window).

Renewing a Hungarian driving licence generally involves undergoing a medical fitness examination and then submitting an application at a designated government office. The new licence is typically issued after the successful completion of these steps.

Your timing

It is advisable for individuals to begin the renewal process several weeks to a few months before their current driving licence's expiry date. This allows sufficient time for booking and attending the mandatory medical examination, gathering necessary documents, and accounting for the processing time at the government office, which can take several weeks.

Start 30 days ahead

This estimate accounts for scheduling and completing the medical examination, potential waiting times at the government office, and the production and delivery of the new licence. The actual processing time after application submission can be shorter, often around 8-15 days, but the overall process can take longer.

The process

  1. 1Undergo a mandatory medical fitness examination (egészségi alkalmassági vizsgálat) by a designated general practitioner or medical service.
  2. 2Obtain a medical certificate (orvosi alkalmassági igazolás) confirming fitness to drive, which will be electronically sent to the authorities.
  3. 3Gather all required documents, including the expiring driving licence and proof of identity and address.
  4. 4Visit a Kormányablak (Government Window) or Okmányiroda (Document Office) in person to submit the renewal application.
  5. 5Pay the administrative fee for the renewal.
  6. 6Receive notification or track the status of the new driving licence's production.
  7. 7Collect the new driving licence, typically by post or in person, depending on the chosen method.

What to bring

  • Existing (expiring) Hungarian driving licence
  • Valid identification document (e.g., identity card, passport)
  • Proof of address (e.g., lakcímkártya - address card)
  • Medical certificate (the electronic one issued after the examination)

Who handles it

Kormányhivatal / Kormányablak (Government Office / Government Window)

https://magyarorszag.hu/szuf_szolgaltatas_reszletek;szolgaltatas_azonosito=kozig_ugyfel_tajekoztatas_9

The administrative fee for renewing a driving licence is typically around 4,000 HUF, according to official information, plus the cost of the medical examination. The cost of the medical examination varies based on the medical category and the provider, but can be around 7,200 HUF for a standard examination. Individuals should confirm current fees with the medical professional and the Kormányablak.

What commonly goes wrong

  • The medical examination is mandatory and must be conducted by a general practitioner or medical service approved for this purpose. Ensure the certificate is electronically submitted.
  • The validity period of the renewed licence depends on age and the medical certificate's findings (e.g., typically 10 years up to age 50, shorter for older age groups or specific medical conditions).
  • Ensure all identification and address documents are current and valid at the time of application.
  • While the new licence is being processed, the applicant's eligibility to drive is usually maintained if the application was submitted before expiry, but this should be confirmed with the authorities.

Sources

Other documents in Hungary

Driving licence renewal in other countries

Often renewed together

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