TAX LAWYER IN HUNGARY

TAX LAWYER IN HUNGARY

 

Legal representation for foreign-owned companies

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Facing a NAV tax audit, tax issue or other legal problem in Hungary?

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Legal assistance and representation for foreign-owned companies operating in Hungary.

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If your company is facing a NAV audit or a tax-related legal issue, we help you understand your legal options and protect your interests.

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TAX LAW AND NAV REPRESENTATION IN HUNGARY

Foreign-owned companies operating in Hungary may face complex tax, administrative and legal issues that require more than ordinary accounting support.

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A NAV procedure, tax audit, tax number cancellation or company law proceeding can have serious consequences for a business and its management.

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We provide legal assistance and representation in Hungary to foreign-owned companies, foreign entrepreneurs and their representatives in matters involving Hungarian tax law and the Hungarian Tax Authority (NAV).

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Our assistance is available in English and Hungarian, making communication easier for foreign owners, directors and international businesses operating in Hungary.

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NAV TAX AUDITS

Legal assistance when the Hungarian Tax Authority investigates your company

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A NAV tax audit can involve extensive documentation, deadlines, requests for information and difficult legal questions.

For a foreign-owned company, the situation can be particularly challenging when the management is not familiar with Hungarian tax procedures and administrative requirements.

Legal assistance can be important from the beginning of the procedure, not only after a problem has already arisen.

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We can assist with:

• understanding the scope and legal basis of a NAV audit;

• reviewing communications and requests received from NAV;

• assessing the company's legal position;

• preparing responses and legal submissions;

• communicating with the tax authority;

• representing the company before NAV;

• identifying potential tax and legal risks;

• reviewing the consequences of a NAV decision.

 

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LEGAL REPRESENTATION BEFORE NAV

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Representation of foreign-owned companies before the Hungarian Tax Authority

A company may need professional legal representation when dealing with NAV, particularly where the procedure involves significant financial or legal consequences.

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We assist companies in Hungarian tax authority proceedings and provide representation where appropriate.

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Our role can include reviewing the case, communicating with NAV, preparing submissions and helping the company's management understand the legal implications of the procedure.

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For foreign owners and directors, we can also explain the Hungarian legal and administrative environment in English.

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TAX NUMBER CANCELLATION

 

What can a company do if NAV intends to cancel its tax number?

The cancellation or suspension of a company's Hungarian tax number can seriously affect its ability to operate.

A company should therefore assess its legal position and available remedies as soon as it receives a notification from NAV.

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Depending on the circumstances, we can help the company:

• understand why NAV intends to cancel the tax number;

• review the relevant documents and circumstances;

• assess possible legal remedies;

• prepare the necessary submissions;

• communicate with NAV;

• protect the company's legal interests during the procedure.

Early legal assistance can be particularly important because deadlines in tax authority proceedings can be short.

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Learn more about Tax Number Cancellation →

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FORCED DELETION OF A COMPANY

Legal assistance in Hungarian forced deletion proceedings

A Hungarian company may become subject to a forced deletion procedure (kényszertörlési eljárás) for various reasons.

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For foreign shareholders and directors, such proceedings can be difficult to understand because they involve specific Hungarian company-law and administrative rules.

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A forced deletion procedure may also raise questions concerning the company's outstanding obligations, management's responsibilities, tax matters and the company's remaining assets.

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We provide legal assistance to companies and their owners in connection with forced deletion proceedings and help assess the available legal options.

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LIQUIDATION AND INSOLVENCY

Legal assistance when a Hungarian company can no longer continue operating

When a company is unable to meet its obligations or its business activities need to be terminated, the appropriate legal procedure must be carefully considered.

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Liquidation (felszámolás) involves complex legal and financial consequences for the company, its management, creditors and owners.

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We assist with legal questions arising in connection with Hungarian liquidation and insolvency proceedings and help foreign owners understand the applicable Hungarian legal framework.

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Where accounting or tax issues are also involved, coordination between legal and accounting professionals may be particularly important.

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Learn more about Liquidation →

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FOREIGN-OWNED COMPANIES IN HUNGARY

Hungarian legal assistance for international businesses

Foreign companies and foreign entrepreneurs operating in Hungary often work with local accountants and business service providers.

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However, certain situations require independent legal advice and representation, particularly when a matter involves NAV, a tax dispute, company law or a regulatory procedure.

We assist foreign-owned companies with Hungarian legal and tax-related matters and explain the relevant issues in clear English.

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Our focus includes situations where a foreign owner, director or parent company needs to understand:

• what NAV is requesting;

• what legal obligations the Hungarian company has;

• what consequences a tax authority decision may have;

• what legal remedies may be available;

• how a Hungarian legal procedure affects the company;

• wen professional legal representation is advisable.​​

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WHY TAX LAW EXPERIENCE MATTERS

Tax procedures are not only accounting matters

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Accounting and tax compliance are essential for every company operating in Hungary.

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However, when a dispute or official procedure develops, the issue may become a legal matter.

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A NAV audit, tax number cancellation or company-law proceeding can involve questions concerning legal rights, obligations, deadlines, evidence, administrative procedures and available remedies.

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This is why legal advice can be particularly valuable when the company's interests need to be formally represented before a Hungarian authority.

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DR. GÁBOR MAJOR – ATTORNEY

Tax law and NAV proceedings experience

Dr. Gábor Major is a Hungarian attorney focusing on tax law, tax authority proceedings and related legal matters.

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His professional experience includes work connected with the Hungarian Tax Authority (NAV), providing practical insight into the way tax authority procedures operate in Hungary.

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He assists Hungarian and foreign-owned businesses with legal questions involving tax audits, NAV proceedings, tax number cancellation and other tax-related matters.

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For international clients, communication is available in English and Hungarian.

The objective is not only to explain the legal situation, but to help the company's management understand its options and take appropriate action.

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Learn more about Dr. Gábor Major →

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ENGLISH-SPEAKING LEGAL ASSISTANCE IN HUNGARY

Clear communication for foreign owners and management

For a foreign shareholder or director, dealing with a Hungarian authority can be difficult even when the company's accounting is properly managed.

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Legal documents, official correspondence and procedural deadlines may be unfamiliar, and misunderstandings can have serious consequences.

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We provide legal assistance in English, helping foreign clients understand the Hungarian legal environment and the steps required in their particular case.

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You can discuss your situation directly with an attorney and receive an explanation of the relevant Hungarian legal issues in English.

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WHEN SHOULD YOU CONTACT A TAX LAWYER?

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You do not necessarily need to wait until a dispute has developed.

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Legal advice may be appropriate if:

• NAV has announced or started a tax audit;

• your company has received an important notification from NAV;

• NAV intends to cancel your company's tax number;

• you disagree with a tax authority decision;

• your company has become subject to forced deletion;

• liquidation or insolvency proceedings have started;

• your accountant cannot resolve a legal issue raised by NAV;

• you are a foreign owner or director and need to understand a Hungarian tax procedure;

• you are unsure about your company's legal position.

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The earlier the legal situation is assessed, the more options may be available.

 

Frequently Asked Questions​

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Who can represent a foreign-owned company before NAV in Hungary?

A foreign-owned company may be represented before NAV by an appropriately authorized representative. The exact requirements depend on the circumstances and the type of procedure.

A Hungarian attorney can assist with legal representation and communication with the tax authority where appropriate.

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What should I do if NAV starts a tax audit against my company?

Do not ignore the notification or wait until the procedure becomes more serious.

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First, review exactly what NAV is investigating, what documents have been requested and what deadlines apply.

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Where the matter involves significant tax or legal risks, obtaining legal advice at an early stage can help the company understand its position and prepare an appropriate response.

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What can I do if NAV wants to cancel my company's tax number?

The company should first determine the legal reason for the proposed cancellation and carefully review the notification received from NAV.

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Depending on the circumstances, there may be legal remedies or procedural steps available to the company.

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Because deadlines may apply, professional legal advice should be considered as soon as possible.

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Can a lawyer help in a forced deletion procedure?

Yes.

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A lawyer can review the circumstances of the forced deletion procedure, explain the legal consequences and assess what options may be available to the company, its owners or management.

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The appropriate action depends on the individual circumstances of the case.

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Do I need a Hungarian-speaking lawyer if I am a foreign company owner?

Not necessarily.

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What is important is that you can clearly understand the legal situation and communicate effectively with your legal representative.

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We provide legal assistance in English and Hungarian, specifically helping foreign owners and managers deal with Hungarian legal and tax authority procedures.

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My accountant cannot handle the NAV issue. Do I need a lawyer?

Accounting and legal work are different areas of expertise.

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An accountant may be able to address the accounting or tax-compliance aspects of a matter, while a lawyer can assess legal rights, obligations, procedural issues and representation before an authority.

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Where both accounting and legal issues are involved, cooperation between the professionals can be particularly useful.

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When should I contact a tax lawyer?

Ideally, before a serious tax or legal problem develops.

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If you receive a significant communication from NAV, face an audit, receive a notice concerning your tax number or become involved in a company-law proceeding, obtaining legal advice early can help you understand your options and avoid unnecessary risks.

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FACING A NAV OR TAX-RELATED LEGAL PROBLEM IN HUNGARY?

Do not wait until the situation becomes more difficult.

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If your foreign-owned company is facing a NAV tax audit, tax number cancellation, forced deletion, liquidation or another tax-related legal issue in Hungary, professional legal assistance can help you understand the situation and protect your interests.

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