Is there a social tariff or cheaper phone and internet for people on a low income in Hungary?
Hungary's universal service gives low-income households and people in a special social situation fixed broadband and a landline at an affordable maximum price set by the NMHH. Apply to the universal service provider designated for your numbering area.
Some countries have a social tariff or other support so that people on a low income can afford a phone and internet connection, and many guarantee a basic connection. What exists in Hungary is below.
📜 The rules in Hungary
The scheme
Megfizethető árú egyetemes szolgáltatás
Who qualifies
You or someone in your household receives, for example, old-age allowance, active-age benefit, housing support from the municipality, carer's allowance, regular child protection benefit, disability support or the blind persons' allowance, or is a foster parent.
The details
- When you apply, declare that you request the affordable price as an eligible consumer and attach a copy of the decision or official certificate proving your entitlement, not older than 30 days. (nmhh.hu)
- The universal service must offer at least 8 Mbit/s download and 2 Mbit/s upload as normally available speeds. The NMHH publishes which provider is designated in each numbering area. (njt.jog.gov.hu)
- A new period with newly designated providers and updated maximum prices runs from 15 February 2027 to 14 February 2030; the connection fee for the affordable service remains zero. (nmhh.hu)
Nemzeti Média- és Hírközlési Hatóság (NMHH)
The telecom authority. It acts on breaches of telecom rules once you have complained to the provider first; it can order the provider to comply or fine it, but does not decide your individual claim.
🪜 Step by step
- See what existsThe schemes and rights in Hungary are listed on this page, with who qualifies.
- Check whether you qualifySupport is often linked to benefits, age, disability or income. Have proof ready.
- Apply or ask your providerSome schemes need an application; others are offered through the providers.
- Look for cheaper plansBasic plans, prepaid SIMs and mobile internet can cost less than a full package.
📇 Who to contact
❓ Questions
Is there a right to a basic internet connection?
Many countries guarantee a basic connection at an affordable price. The rule for Hungary, if there is one, is on this page.
Do I have to apply?
Usually yes. The details for Hungary are on this page.
Can I get help with a debt to my provider?
Ask the provider for a payment plan, and contact free debt advice before your line is cut off.
📎 Sources
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