Hungary's Tax Rebate Is Here to Stay — and the New Government Is Making It Official
The Hungarian elections are over, and for international productions eyeing Central Europe, the message is clear: Hungary's 30% film tax rebate isn't going anywhere.
Jun 3, 2026
The new Hungarian government has committed to stabilizing the tax rebate system, recognizing it as a pillar of our cinematography and a guarantee for international productions.
In the wake of the political transition, uncertainty around the future of the incentive system briefly cast a shadow over the industry. Now, the new government has moved quickly to dispel any doubt. Cultural policy leader Ervin Nagy has explicitly named the immediate stabilization of the tax rebate system as a top priority — calling it "one of the guarantors and pillars of the viability of our cinematography."
That commitment matters. Hungary's film incentive has been operating successfully for over two decades, was extended by the European Commission until 2030, and for 2026 alone, the government has allocated 70 billion HUF (~230 000 000 USD) to the scheme.
For service production companies and international partners, this is exactly the kind of political clarity that makes long-term planning possible. Hungary remains one of Europe's most competitive and stable filming destinations — and the new government intends to keep it that way.
At Abroad Films, we're here to help you navigate every step of the process, from incentive planning to full-service production support. If you're considering Hungary for your next project, now is a great time to talk.