News
2026. 01. 28.
Safety net for Hungarian consumers – extensive cooperation among authorities for even more effective consumer protection
A comprehensive cooperation agreement has been concluded between the ministries and authorities that play a key role in the consumer protection system in order to further strengthen the protection of Hungarian citizens and promote fair trade practices. The joint administrative interface established at the beginning of the year enables even faster and more coordinated action to prevent unfair commercial practices against consumers, protecting not only buyers but also law-abiding businesses.
2026. 01. 26.
Protecting children at the centre of consumer protection – results of the ban on serving alcohol, advertising regulations and inspections of children's camps
The National Authority for Trade and Consumer Protection (NATCP), with the cooperation of government agencies under its professional supervision, continued to monitor the compliance with consumer protection rules relating to the safety of children last year. While fines totaling 362 million forints were imposed for violating the ban on serving alcoholic beverages, the consumer protection authority imposed fines totaling 20 million forints for violating advertising rules and commercial regulations. The investigations will also continue in 2026.
2026. 01. 19.
The NATCP has withdrawn dangerous potency enhancers from market circulation
Recent inspections carried out by the National Authority for Trade and Consumer Protection (NATCP) have again identified illegal potency-enhancing products on the market. Potency-enhancing and male health-supporting products marketed as dietary supplement contained unauthorized medicinal substances – sildenafil and tadalafil – which may only be used in medicines manufactured under controlled conditions and authorized for use on medical prescription.
2026. 01. 15.
The consumer protection authority inspected 229 types of construction products in 2025
In 2025, the consumer protection authority examined the distribution conditions of bagged cement, masonry mortar and plaster mortar. The checks covered 229 types of construction products and a violation was found in every third product.
Good to know
Electronic commerce
Everything you need to know about e-commerce as a consumer and as a business.
Protection of children
Buying from casual market and street vendors is not recommended, even though their prices are low
Product safety
What is considered as a safe product, what do we need to pay attention as consumers, what is the role of market surveillance authorities?
Conventional shops
A key objective of the NATCP is to protect the financial interests of consumers.
Key Facts
Enforcement of air passenger rights
Consumer protection is provided by several organisations, national authorities, national alternative dispute resolution forums, and the European Consumer Centres Network.
Delayed flights
Flight disruptions in air transport can be inconvenient and costly for passengers.
NATCP Customer Service
Where can you turn if you have a complaint? Who can help you to solve your consumer problem?
Press room
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