Registering a foreign motorcycle in Hungary
Importing and registering a motorcycle with full-service administration.
How much does registering a motorcycle cost in 2026?
Two things together determine a motorcycle’s registration tax: the power output determines the tax base, the time elapsed since first registration reduces it — down to a tenth. On a 16-year-old, 10 kW motorcycle that is 4,700 Ft instead of 47,000 Ft.
This is the tax base, not the tax payable. From this, a depreciation allowance applies based on the time since first registration — 78% for a ten-year-old motorcycle, 90% above fourteen years.
- Tax base by power output — the table above. For electric propulsion, 0 Ft.
- Months elapsed: (year of registration − year of first registration) × 12 + (month of registration − month of first registration) + 1. Days do not count, but the starting month does.
- Multiplier by the months elapsed, from 1.00 down to 0.10 — the tax payable is the base times the multiplier.
Example: 0–10 kW, 18 months → 47,000 × 0.77 = 36.190 Ft. The calculator performs exactly these three steps; it does not estimate.
Electric motorcycle: 0 Ft registration tax. Under the official table the tax base for an electric motorcycle is zero — there is nothing to depreciate and no tax to pay.
How does registering a motorcycle work, step by step?
Make sure the motorcycle meets EU requirements and that all original documents are present. The most common pitfall is a missing title or an imprecise sales contract. It can also fail if the engine is not the factory one, or if a modification is not recorded in the registration certificate.
- original foreign registration certificate and vehicle title
- bilingual sales contract or a foreign invoice
- proof of a valid foreign inspection, if any
- if the motorcycle is modified, the modification must appear in the papers
A bilingual sales contract in our shop can also be bought, in 31 language pairs, with instant download.
It can be done on a trailer or with a temporary foreign plate. A motorcycle without a plate may not be used on the road.
Mandatory for the first Hungarian registration of an imported vehicle. For a motorcycle the fee depends on engine displacement. The certificate is valid for 60 days.
If there is a valid foreign inspection and inspection report, registration administration is enough: 11,100 Ft. If not, an individual approval procedure is required, which — with the permit and the official inspection — is considerably more expensive.
Paying the registration tax and obtaining the certificate. A non-EU motorcycle also needs a customs procedure.
It is mandatory to obtain the plate. For a foreign motorcycle it must be taken out on the VIN, as there is no Hungarian plate yet.
The final stop: registration certificate, title and the new Hungarian plate.
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How much is it in total?
An important rule for motorcycles: if the plate is lost, remanufacture cannot be requested.
These are basic official fees. On top come our service fee and, for a priority case, its fee.
Motorcycle registration cost calculator
Enter the vehicle details to see the basic official cost. We give the full quote by phone, tailored to your case.
Which procedure applies is decided by the papers, the vehicle’s characteristics and the urgency, case by case. Please call us and we will help. If you do not know, the calculator uses the highest fee.
On the second page of the Hungarian registration certificate, the V.9 field. For a foreign vehicle, look for it in the CoC or on the technical data sheet.
Supplementary official examinations▾
These come on top of the procedure fee above, depending on the vehicle’s build.
Itemised breakdown▾
These are basic official fees. On top come our service fee and, for a priority case, its fee.
An indicative estimate based on the 2026 official fee tables. The final amount payable is set by the official procedure; we give the full quote by phone.
The amounts shown on this site have been compiled to the best of our knowledge, based on official information publicly available in August 2026. The content is for informational purposes only, does not constitute a formal offer, and Alba Prémium Otthon Kft. accepts no liability for its accuracy, completeness, or currency.
I want the registration Prefer the phone: +36 70 755 5705How soon will it be ready?
With valid foreign documents and a priority appointment as little as one day. The bottleneck is the authority slot: as a private individual that can be 2–3 months. With our partner test stations we can cut it to days.
Frequently asked questions
Is a vehicle identity check needed for a motorcycle?
Yes, it is mandatory for the first Hungarian registration of an imported motorcycle.
How much is the registration tax for a 35 kW motorcycle?
The tax base is 94,000 Ft, from which a depreciation allowance is due based on the time since first registration. On a five-year-old motorcycle that is 53%, so the tax payable is roughly 44,000 Ft. On a 2015, 40 kW bike it is only 15,040 Ft — the age counts at least as much as the power.
Is registration tax payable on an electric motorcycle too?
No. Under the official table the tax base for an electric motorcycle is 0 Ft, so there is no registration tax to pay.
What if the foreign inspection has expired?
Then an individual approval is needed, together with an official technical examination. That costs more time and money, but it can be done.
Is a CoC needed for a motorcycle?
In most cases no, if the foreign registration certificate contains the necessary technical and emission data. In a fast-track procedure it can help, though.
Leave your motorcycle’s registration to us
Send us photos of the documents and we will quote within 24 hours.