G/SCM/N/372/EU/Add.13  
 
19 October 2021 
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Committee on Subsidies and Countervailing Measures  Original: English  
 
  
SUBSIDIES  
NEW AND FULL NOTIFICATION PURSUANT TO ARTICLE XVI:1  OF THE  
GATT 1994 AND ARTICLE 25 OF THE AGREEMENT  ON  
SUBSIDIES AND COUNTERVAILING MEASURES  
EUROPEAN UNION 
Addendum  
The following addendum to the notification of the European Union, dated and received on 
24 September 2021, relates to subsidy programmes of Hungary . 
 
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  HUNGARY  
TABLE OF CONTENTS  
HUNGARY 2019  ................................ ................................ ................................ ................  4 
1  CORPORATE TAX ALLOWANCES TO ASSIST STRUCTURAL ADJUSTMENT  
AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT  ................................ ................................ .......................  4 
1.1  Tax Incentive Related to Development Pr ojects  ................................ ...............................  4 
1.2  Accelerated Depreciation for Small and Medium -sized Enterprises  ................................ ...... 5 
2  RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGICAL INNOVATION FUND 2019  ................................ ........  6 
3  BUDGETARY SCHEME EARMARKED FOR ECONOMIC  
DEVELOPMENT 2019 - 2020  ................................ ................................ .............................  7 
3.1.  Irinyi plan – The directions of innovative industrial development in Hungary – 2019 ............  8 
4  SUBSIDY FOR JOB -CREATION  ................................ ................................ ....................  10 
5  SUBSIDY FOR WORKERS' HOSTELS  ................................ ................................ ............  11 
6  CO-FINANCED SUBSIDY PROGRAMMES 2019  ................................ .............................  12 
6.1  Economic Development Operational Programme (EDOP)  ................................ .................  12 
6.2  Environment and Energy Operational Programme (EEOP)  ................................ ................  13 
6.3  Social Renewal Operational Programme (SROP)  ................................ .............................  14 
6.4  Social Infrastructure Operational Programme ( SIOP)  ................................ ......................  15 
6.5  Transport Operational Programme ( TOP)................................ ................................ ....... 16 
6.6  Electronic Public Administration Operational Programme ( EPAOP)  ................................ ..... 18 
6.7  South Great Plain Operational Programme (SGPOP)  ................................ ........................  19 
6.8  South Transdanubia Operational Progra mme (STDOP)  ................................ ....................  20 
6.9  North Great Plain Operational Programme (NGPOP)  ................................ ........................  21 
6.10  North Hungary Operational Programme (NHOP)  ................................ ...........................  22 
6.11  Central Transdanubia Operational Programme (CTDOP)  ................................ .................  23 
6.12  Central Hungary Operational Programme (CHOP)  ................................ .........................  24 
6.13  West Pannon Operational Programme (WPOP)  ................................ .............................  25 
6.14  Interreg V -A Slovakia -Hungary Programme 2014 -2020 ................................ .................  26 
6.15  Interreg V -A Hungary -Croatia Programme 2014 -2020 ................................ ...................  28 
6.16  Interreg -IPA Hungary -Serbia Programme 2014-2020 ................................ ....................  30 
6.17  Interreg V -A Slovenia -Hungary Programme 2014 -2020 ................................ .................  31 
6.18  Interreg V -A Austria -Hungary Programme 2014 -2020 ................................ ...................  33 
6.19  Interreg V -A Romania -Hungary Programme 2014 -2020 ................................ .................  35 
6.20  Hungary -Slovakia -Romania -Ukraine ENI Cross -border Co -operation  
Programme 2014 -2020 ................................ ................................ ................................ ..... 36 
6.21  Agriculture and Rural Development Operational Programme  ................................ ...........  38 
6.22  Fisheries Operational Programme of Hungary  ................................ ...............................  40 
6.23  Human Resource Development OP (HRDOP)  ................................ ................................  42 
6.24  Economic Development and Innovation OP (EDIOP)  ................................ ......................  43 
6.25  Integrated Transport Developme nt OP (ITOP)  ................................ ..............................  47 
6.26  Environment and Energy Efficiency OP (EEEOP)  ................................ ............................  48 G/SCM/N/372/EU/Add.13  
 
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  6.27  Public Administration and Public Service Development OP (PASOP)  ................................ . 49 
6.28  Supporting the Deprived OP (SDOP)  ................................ ................................ ...........  50 
6.29  Territorial and Settlement Development OP (TOP)  ................................ ........................  51 
6.30  -Competitive Central Hungary OP (CCHOP)  ................................ ................................ .. 52 
HUNGARY 2020  ................................ ................................ ................................ ..............  54 
1  CORPORATE TAX CON CESSIONS TO ASSIST STRUCTURAL ADJUSTMENT AND 
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT  ................................ ................................ .............................  54 
1.1  Tax Concession Related to Development Projects  ................................ ...........................  54 
1.2  Accelerated Depreciation for Small and Medium -sized Enterprises  ................................ ..... 54 
2  RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGICAL INNOVATION FUND 2020  ................................ ...... 55 
3  IRINYI PLAN – THE DIRECTIONS OF INNOVAT IVE INDUSTRIAL 
DEVELOPMENT IN HUNGARY – 2020  ................................ ................................ ..............  56 
4  SUBSIDY FOR JOB -CREATION  ................................ ................................ ....................  58 
5  SUBSIDY FOR WORKERS' HOSTELS  ................................ ................................ ............  58 
6  SUPPORT SCHEME FOR INVESTMENTS OF LARGE ENTERPRISES  ................................  59 
7  SUPPORT SCHEME FOR HEALTHCARE INDUSTRY  ................................ ........................  60 
8  CO-FINANCED SUBSIDY PROGRAMMES 2020  ................................ .............................  61 
8.1  Economic Development Operational Programme (EDOP)  ................................ .................  61 
8.2  Environment and Energy Operational Programme (EEOP)  ................................ ................  62 
8.3  Social Renewal Operational Programme ( SROP)  ................................ .............................  63 
8.4  Social Infrastructure Operational Programme ( SIOP)  ................................ ......................  64 
8.5  Transport Operational Programme ( TOP)................................ ................................ ....... 65 
8.6  Electronic Public Administration Operational Programme ( EPAOP)  ................................ ..... 67 
8.7  South Great Plain Operational Programme (SGPOP)  ................................ ........................  68 
8.8  South Transdanubia Operational Programme (STDOP)  ................................ ....................  69 
8.9  North Great Plain Operational Programme (NGPOP)  ................................ ........................  70 
8.10  North Hungary Operational Programme (NHOP)  ................................ ...........................  71 
8.11  Central Transdanubia Operational Programme (CTDOP)  ................................ .................  72 
8.12  Central Hungary Operational Programme (CHOP)  ................................ .........................  73 
8.13  West Pannon Operational Programme (WPOP)  ................................ .............................  74 
8.14  Agriculture and Rural Development Operational Programme  ................................ ...........  75 
8.15  Fisheries Operational Programme of Hungary  ................................ ...............................  77 
8.16  Human Resource Development OP (HRDOP)  ................................ ................................  79 
8.17  Economic Development and Innovation OP (EDIOP)  ................................ ......................  80 
8.18  Integrated Transport Development OP (ITOP)  ................................ ..............................  84 
8.19  Environment and Energy Efficiency OP (EEEOP)  ................................ ............................  85 
8.20  Public Administration and Public Service Development OP (PADOP)  ................................ . 86 
8.21  Supporting the Deprived OP (SDOP)  ................................ ................................ ...........  87 
8.22  Territorial and Settlement Development OP (TOP)  ................................ ........................  88 
8.23  Competitive Central Hungary OP (CCHOP)  ................................ ................................ ... 89 
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  HUNGARY 2019  
1  CORPORATE  TAX ALLOWANCES TO ASSIST STRUCTURAL ADJUSTMENT AND ECONOMIC 
DEVELOPMENT  
1.1  Tax Incentive Related to Development Projects  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Tax incentive related to development projects.  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2019.  
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The objective of this scheme is to stimulate investment activities.  
 
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
This tax incentive has been provided for by Section 22/B of Act LXXXI of 1996 on the Corporate  Tax 
and Dividend Tax.  
 
5. Form of the subsidy  
 
The subsidy is in the form of deduction from the corporate tax.  
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
In the frames of the tax incentive related to development projects, tax credit shall be granted to 
taxpayers:  
 
a) for investment projects valued at three billion forints or more at current prices;  
b) for investment projects started and operated within the administrative jurisdiction of a 
favoured municipal government that satisfies the criteria spe cified in the Government 
Decree on Development Tax Benefit adopted under authorization conferred by this Act 
(hereinafter referred to as government decree), valued at one billion forints or more at 
current prices;  
c) for investment projects valued at 100 mill ion forints or more at current prices concerned 
with bringing an existing food facility producing foodstuffs of animal origin into 
compliance with the requirements laid down in the relevant legislation concerning food 
hygiene;  
d) for independent environmental  projects valued at 100 million forints or more at current 
prices;  
e) for investment projects concerning basic research, applied research and experimental 
development, if valued at 100 million forints or more at current prices;  
f) for investment projects valued at 100 million forints or more at current prices 
exclusively for motion picture and video production;  
g) for investment projects serving to create new jobs;  G/SCM/N/372/EU/Add.13  
 
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  h) for investment projects valued at 100 million forints or more at current prices, if started 
following the day of introduction (first day of trading) of shares issued to increase its 
subscribed capital (or a part of such shares) to a regulated market that fits the definition 
contained in the Act on the Capital Market (hereinafter referred to as regulated ma rket), 
not later than the last day of the third year following that day;  
i) for investment projects valued at 300 million forints or more at current prices, 
implemented by small -sized enterprises;  
j) for investment projects valued at 400 million forints or more at current prices, 
implemented by medium -sized enterprises;  
k) for investment projects valued at 100 million forints or more at current prices, 
implemented in a free enterprise zone;  
l) for investment projects valued at six billion forints or more at current pri ces; 
m) for investment projects serving to create new jobs, valued at three billion forints or 
more at current prices;  
if operated in accordance with the government decree.  
 
Tax relief for the projects a) -b) and l) -m) above shall be granted if during the four  tax years following 
the first year in which the tax allowance is used if the average number of workers employed or the 
taxpayers annualized wage costs is increased by the taxpayer.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount  
 
The support granted to a specific development project may not be higher than the amount computed 
by the ratio stipulated in the legislation from the total cost of the project.  
 
The tax incentive may be claimed up to 80% of the corporate income tax otherwise payable.  
 
The amount of  tax benefit was HUF 40.8 billion.  
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
The tax incentive may be applied in the tax year following the year when the project was launched 
- or in the same tax year at the taxpayer's discretion - and in the following 12 tax years, at  the 
latest during the sixteenth tax year following the tax year in which the notification or the application 
was submitted.  
 
This tax relief was introduced in 2003. No explicit time limit is attached to this subsidy.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an ass essment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A. 
 
1.2  Accelerated Depreciation for Small and Medium -sized Enterprises  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Accelerated depreciation for small and medium -sized enterprises.  
 
2. Period covered by the notificati on 
 
2019.  
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The objective of this scheme is to promote investment activities in any free enterprise zone.  G/SCM/N/372/EU/Add.13  
 
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  4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
This tax relief has been provided for by Annex 1, point 14 of Act LXXXI of 1996 on the Corporate 
Tax and Dividend Tax.  
 
5. Form of the subsidy  
 
This subsidy is in the form of deduction from the corporate tax base.  
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Small and medium -sized enterprises making inves tments in any free enterprise zone.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount  
 
Small and medium -sized enterprises may claim 100% tax depreciation on the value of machinery, 
equipment and vehicles (except passenger cars), which have never been used previousl y, if these 
tangible assets are used in any free enterprise zone.  
 
The effect of the tax benefit was less than HUF 1.1 billion.  
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
This tax relief was introduced on 10 May 2005. No explicit time limit is attached to this subsidy.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A. 
 
2  RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGICAL INNOVATION FUND 2019  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
National Research, Development  and Innovation Fund (hereinafter: NRDI Fund).  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2019.  
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The RDI law (Act LXXVI of 2014) created a unified NRDI Fund to provide state support for research, 
development and innovation, and can be used solely for this purpose. According to the Law on Public 
Finance the NRDI Fund is a separate state fund and is intended to improve the competitiveness and 
innovation performance of the Hungarian economy. Its main objectives a re the following:  
- to increase and concentrate the innovation activities of enterprises with the emphasis 
on utilisation of innovative, marketable and competitive products ; 
- to increase academia -industry cooperation by improving the conditions of the 
ecosystem of research, development and innovation, and boost knowledge transfer ; 
- to support the development of regional innovation ecosystems centred around 
universities ; 
- to support individual and institutional (thematic) excellence -based research project s 
implemented by individual researchers/research groups ; 
- to support the development of research infrastructures ; 
- to foster international cooperation.  G/SCM/N/372/EU/Add.13  
 
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  4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
- Act 2014/LXXVI on scientific research, development and innovation (hereinafter: Act) ; 
- Govt. decree No. 80/2014. (XII. 31.) on the Rules of Operation and Utilisation of the 
National Research, Development and Innovation Fund.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
 
Grant.  
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Public and private research organisations, large companies, small and medium -sized enterprises, 
non-profit organisations and natural persons may receive subsidy. Joint projects conducted by 
companies in consortia with other applicants may also receive subs idy. 
Support from the NRDI Fund may be received through open tender procedures for the purposes 
specified in the Act.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount  
 
Payments under this programme amounted to HUF 47.91 billion  in 2019.  
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
No explicit time limit is attached to the programme.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N. A. 
 
3  BUDGETARY SCHEME EARMARKED FOR ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT 2019 - 2020  
1. Title of the subsidy programme, if releva nt, or brief description or identification of the subsidy . 
 
Budgetary scheme earmarked for economic development.  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2019-2020.  
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The aim of the program is to involve domestic supplier SMEs with low value added products, into 
the development and production of high value added goods or services, as well as increasing their 
productivity; with the application of modern Industry 4.0 tech nologies, organizational development, 
training, innovation, research and development activities.  
 
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
The subsidy is provided for by the Act XXXIV of 2004 on the Small and Medium Sized Enterprises 
and on the Support  of their Development, the acts on annual state budgets, the Decree 14/2019. 
(VI. 12.) of the Minister for Innovation and Technology on the detailed rules for the use of certain 
budgetary schemes.  
 
5. Form of the subsidy  
 
According to the Act XXXIV of 200 4 on the Small and Medium Sized Enterprises and on the Support 
of their Development the support may be provided for in the form of non -repayable subsidy, interest 
subsidy, factoring fee subsidy, leasing fee subsidy, surety fee subsidy, acquisition of owner ship 
interest in venture capital funds. In 2019 -2020 according to the Decree 14/2019. (VI.  12.) of the G/SCM/N/372/EU/Add.13  
 
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  Minister for Innovation and Technology the support was provided for in the form of non -repayable 
subsidy.  
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided (wh ether to producers, to exporters, or others; 
through what mechanism; whether a fixed or fluctuating amount per unit; if the latter, how 
determined) . 
 
According to the Decree 14/2019. (VI. 12.) of the Minister for Innovation and Technology support 
could be granted for large enterprises (integrator companies) and for micro, small and medium -sized 
enterprises (suppliers) that are cooperating with the integrator. An application is only eligible if the 
integrator signed Cooperation Agreements with a minimum of fivemicro, small, medium -sized 
enterprises, so altogether five SMEs requested the grant. The beneficiaries have to achieve one of 
the following main goals:  
• implementation of new knowledge or technology ; 
• significant innovation and intellectual added value ; 
• utilization of existing knowledge or function in a new way ; 
• significant increase in performance ; 
• reducing production costs without sacrificing performance ; 
• making the material flow process more effic ient in production ; 
• prototyping new or fundamentally redesigned products, services and processes ; 
• introducing new or fundamentally redesigned products, services and processes on the 
domestic market ; 
• optimization of organizational and management processe s; 
• increase efficiency in a production or operational process of the enterprise ; 
• improving the Industry 4.0. abilities in the enterprise.  
7. Subsidy per unit  
 
A beneficiary may be granted between HUF 20 million and HUF 200 million. The total amount 
accou nted for HUF 3,99 billion.  
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
2019-2020.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A. 
 
3.1.  Irinyi plan – The directions of innovative industrial development in Hungary – 2019  
1. Title of the subsidy programme, if relevant, or brief description or identification of the subsidy . 
 
Irinyi Plan for the Development of Hungarian industry (hereinafter: Irinyi  Plan).  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2019.  
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  3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The Government seeks to use a complex set of tools to assist re -industrialisation and the 
development of the Hungarian industry. The Hungarian Governm ent adopted the Irinyi Plan in 2016. 
The Irinyi Plan focuses on the development and marketing of high value -added products that can 
compete on international markets.  
The programme aims to support projects that contributes to the growth of key manufacturing  sectors 
in Hungary (vehicle manufacturing, special machinery and vehicle manufacturing, food industry, 
health economy, green economy, ICT sector)  
The programme lays down the five pillars along which the development of Hungary's manufacturing 
industry can be ensured during the next period:  
• development of new, innovative, high Hungarian value -added products ; 
• use of new technologies, digital technologies ; 
• striving to resolve territorial inequalities ; 
• utilisation of domestic resources (high value -added domestic processing of domestic 
raw materials) ; 
• encouraging energy and material efficiency, as well as wise and economical land use 
based on landscape conditions - the use of renewable energy and the use of energy 
efficiency equipment ( e.g. building services).  
The following activities are eligible under Irinyi Plan programme:  
a) the extension of the capacity of an existing establishment ; 
b) the setting -up of a new establishment ; 
c) the diversification of the output of an establishment ; 
d) a fundamental cha nge in the overall production process of an existing establishment ; 
e) the launch of a new product on the domestic market ; 
f) research and development projects ; 
g) the protection of industrial property rights related to points f) and h) ; 
h) the implementation of the i nnovation partnership procedure according to Act CXLIII of 
2015 on Public Procurement ; 
i) energy efficiency investments related to points (a) to (e) ; 
j) investment in the use of energy from renewable sources related to points (a) to (e).  
4. Background and author ity for the subsidy  
 
- Act CXCV of 2011 on Public Finances,  
- Government Decree No. 368/2011 on the implementation of the Act on Public Finances,  
- Act LXXVI of 2014 on Scientific Research, Development and Innovation,  
- Act C of 2000 on Accounting,  G/SCM/N/372/EU/Add.13  
 
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  - Act CXLIII of 2015 on Public Procurement,  
- Decree of the Minister for Innovation and Technology 14 of 2019 on the management 
and utilisation of chapter -managed appropriations and centrally managed 
appropriations,  
- Commission Regulation (EU) No . 1407/2013  of 18 December 2013 on the application 
Articles 107 and 108 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union to de 
minimis aid,  
- Commission Regulation (EU) No . 651/2014  of 17 June 2014 on declaring certain 
categories of aid compatible with the internal market in the Application of Articles 107 
and 108 of the Treaty  
5. Form of the subsidy  
 
Non-repayable subsidy.  
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Micro, small and medium -sized enterprises may receive subsidy that belong to a sector identified as 
a priority sector in the Irinyi Plan or their project is in accordance with the objectives of the Irinyi 
Plan. 
 
Call for proposals was launched in 2019 by t he Ministry for Innovation and Technology. Grants may 
be awarded to beneficiaries who submit their application under the terms of calls for proposals. The 
financial source of subsidies is provided by the Ministry for Innovation and Technology, the grant 
procedure is managed by a state -owned non -profit company (IFKA  Public Benefit Non -Profit Ltd.)  
 
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount  
 
Payments under this programme amounted to HUF 2.5 billion  in 2019.  
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
No explicit time limit is  attached to the programme.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N. A. 
 
4  SUBSIDY FOR JOB -CREATION  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Subsidy for job -creation . 
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2019.  
 
3. Policy objective and / or purpose of the subsidy  
 
Promoting creation of new jobs through investments . 
 
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
The subsidy is provided by 18. § of the Act IV of 1991 on Job Assistance and Unemployment Benefits 
and the 18. § of the Decree No. 6/1996. (VII. 16.) of the Minister of Labour on employment subsidies 
and subsidy for crisis management.  G/SCM/N/372/EU/Add.13  
 
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  5. Form of the subsidy  
 
Non-reimbursable subsidy.  
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
All kinds of subsidy are awarded through tender procedures. At least 25% of the expenditure of 
investment must be financed from own source.  
 
Support may be granted for those employers who create new jobs, connected to investment. Support 
may be granted for  those employers who undertake to : 
• realize the investment in a year after its initiation ; 
• sustain and operate capacities and services produced by the investment continuously 
at least for three  years in accordance of the original purpose and ; 
• maintain th e employee number indicated in the application for at least two years after 
hiring them, without decreasing the number of employees during this period.  
The subsidy may not be in excess of 25 -50% of the programme's total costs depending on the 
regional clas sification. This upper limit can be increased by 20% for small enterprises, and by 10% 
for medium sized enterprises.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount  
 
The total amount accounted for HUF 10,000 million.  
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
No explicit time limit is attached to this program.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
In 2019, 3.84 billion HUF support was provided for 246  enterprises. The support allowed the creation 
of nearly 1.4 thousand new jobs, and more than 2 ,500 jobs has been preserved by the subsidy.  
 
5  SUBSIDY FOR WORKERS' HOSTELS  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Subsidy for workers' hostels . 
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2019.  
 
3. Policy objective and / or purpose of the subsidy  
 
Promoting employee mobility by creating new workers' hostels.  
 
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
The subsidy is provided according to Government Decree 23/2017. (II. 3.) on subsidies for 
constructing workers' hostels supporting employee  mobility.  
 
5. Form of the subsidy  
 
Partially or wholly non -reimbursable subsidy.  
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  6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Local governments (municipalities) and their associations are eligible for the subsidy, which may be 
provided for the constructio n of new workers' hostels or for the renovation of building according to 
that purpose. At least 20% of the expenditure of investment shall be financed from own source.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount  
 
The intensity of the subsidy shall be in accordance with relevant EU regulation.  
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
No explicit time limit is attached to this program.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
In 2019, non -reimbursable subsidy amounting to more than 5.276 billion HUF was provided for ten 
municipalities or associations owned by municipalities. At present, as three larger projects have been 
unsuccessfully terminated, seven workers' hostels are to be created with the help of the subsidy 
amounti ng to nearly 2 billion HUF, providing accommodation for a total of 637 workers.  
 
6  CO-FINANCED SUBSIDY PROGRAMMES 2019  
6.1  Economic Development Operational Programme (EDOP)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Economic Development Operational Programme . 
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2019.  
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
Overall objectives:  
 
The main objective of the programme is to encourage the permanent growth of the Hungarian 
economy, by strengthening the competitiveness of the production sector and the permanent growth 
factors.  
 
To create a base for the growth of the Hungarian economy, the following four specific objectives  
have been defined:  
• increase R & D and innovation capacity, activity, as well as co operation;  
• complex development of corporate capacities;  
• development of the business environment;  
• facilitate SMEs' access to financing resources.  
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
• Council Regulation (EC) No . 1083/2006 of 11 July 2006 laying d own general provisions 
on the European Regional Development Fund, the European Social Fund and the 
Cohesion Fund and repealing Regulation (EC) No . 1260/1999 ; 
• Government Decree 4/2011 (I.28.) on the procedures of absorption of support from the 
ERDF, the ES F and the CF ; 
• Government Decree 547/2013 (XII. 30.) on the single operational manual . G/SCM/N/372/EU/Add.13  
 
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  5. Form of the subsidy  
 
The subsidy is in the form of repayable and non -repayable subsidy. Repayable subsidies are granted 
from credit, guarantee and venture capital SME programmes.  
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Public and private enterprises with eligible development projects may receive support for the 
accomplishment of the project. The support schemes must be in line with the OP aims and the E U 
state aid rules.  
 
Non-repayable support may be received through open tender procedures. Majority of repayable 
schemes are provided through financial intermediate bodies.  
 
The typical subsidy may not be in excess of  50% of the total eligible costs.  
 
The average contribution of the Hungarian government was around 6%.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount (the data contains only the contribution of the Hungarian 
government)  
 
The total amount paid was HUF 0.0 million . 
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
These grant schemes may not be applied after the year 2015.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A. 
 
6.2  Environment and Energy Operational Programme (EEOP)  
1. Title of the sub sidy programme  
 
Environment and Energy Operational Programme . 
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2019.  
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The developments identified in the Environment and Energy Operational Programme are intended 
to mitigate the country's environmental problems, thus improving the quality of life of the society 
and promoting the adaptation of the economy to the environmenta l processes:  
• creation and maintenance of an environment suitable for living in ; 
• protection and conservation of our assets ; 
• prevention , economy, energy efficiency . 
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
• Council Regulation (EC) No . 1083/2006 of 11 Jul y 2006 laying down general provisions 
on the European Regional Development Fund, the European Social Fund and the 
Cohesion Fund and repealing Regulation (EC) No . 1260/1999 ; 
• Government Decree 4/2011 (I.28.) on the procedures of absorption of support from t he 
ERDF, the ESF and the CF ; 
• Government Decree 547/2013 (XII. 30.) on the single operational manual . G/SCM/N/372/EU/Add.13  
 
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  5. Form of the subsidy  
 
The subsidy is granted from non -repayable support schemes.  
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Public and private institu tions and enterprises with eligible development projects may receive 
support for the accomplishment of the project. The support schemes must be in line with the OP 
aims and the EU state aid rules.  
 
Non-repayable support may be received through open tender procedures.  
 
The typical subsidy may not be in excess of 56% of the total eligible costs.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit or the total (the data contains only the contribution of the Hungarian 
government)  
 
Grant paid from national budget: HUF 0,0 million.  
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
These grant schemes may not be applied after the year 2015.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A. 
 
6.3  Social Renewal Operational Programme (SROP)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Social Renewal Operational Programme . 
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2019.  
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The overall objective of the SROP  is to increase labour market participation. The SROP  contributes 
to the achievement of the expansion of employment and the promotion of permanent growth (the 
overall objectives of the NHDP) primarily through the development of human resources and by 
measu res aimed at the supply side of the labour market. The possibilities inherent in available labour 
supply cannot be exploited unless job -seeking increases, labour market and social discrimination 
decreases, the harmony between qualifications, skills sought and supplied improve, and the 
proportion of healthy labour force grows owing to the development of health culture. The road to 
enhanced employment leads through increasing activity.  
 
The above described objective is to be achieved with the improvement of t he quality of the human 
resources primarily with the help of employment, education and training, the social field, health 
care, culture and general education, and anti -discrimination instruments.  
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
• Council Regula tion (EC) No . 1083/2006 of 11 July 2006 laying down general provisions 
on the European Regional Development Fund, the European Social Fund and the 
Cohesion Fund and repealing Regulation (EC) No . 1260/1999 ; 
• Government Decree 4/2011 (I.28.) on the procedure s of absorption of support from the 
ERDF, the ESF and the CF ; 
• Government Decree 547/2013 (XII. 30.) on the single operational manual . G/SCM/N/372/EU/Add.13  
 
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  5. Form of the subsidy  
 
The subsidy is in the form of non -repayable support schemes.  
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is p rovided  
 
Public and private enterprises with eligible development projects may receive support for the 
accomplishment of the project. The support schemes must be in line with the OP aims and the EU 
state aid rules.  
 
Non-repayable support may be received th rough open tender procedures - and through the selection 
of key projects - for the purposes set in the application calls.  
 
Typically , the subsidy may not be in excess of 97% of the project's total eligible costs. The average 
contribution of the Hungarian g overnment was around 15%.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount (the data contains only the contribution of the Hungarian 
government)  
 
The total amount paid was HUF 0,0 million . 
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
These grant schemes may not be applied after the year 2015.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A. 
 
6.4  Social Infrastructure Operational Programme ( SIOP)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Social Infrastructure Operational Programme . 
 
2. Period  covered by the notification  
 
2019.  
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
For the success of the interventions supporting the enhancement of labour market participation and 
the substantial improvement of the quality of human resources, it is necessary to perform 
coordinated development activities and the comprehensive reform  of public services in the field of 
education, health care, employment and social services. This is the only way to ensure that the 
systems of public services operate in an  efficient and sustainable manner on the one hand and 
provide equal opportunities to all for accessing quality services, on the other. The substantial 
elements of the reform will be supported partly by the Social Renewal OP, and for the success of the 
implementation of these interventions and for reaching the best results, it is inevitable to ensure the 
physical infrastructural background linked to them.  
 
The SIOP, therefore, contributes to the achievement of the objectives of the New Hungary 
Development Pl an through the modernisation and development of  
• the infrastructure of the education and training system, including non -formal and 
informal learning ; 
• the health care system ; 
• the institutional system of employment and social services.  G/SCM/N/372/EU/Add.13  
 
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  4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
• Council Regulation (EC) No . 1083/2006 of 11 July 2006 laying down general provisions 
on the European Regional Development Fund, the European Social Fund and the 
Cohesion Fund and repealing Regulation (EC) No . 1260/1 999; 
• Government Decree 4/2011 (I.28.) on the procedures of absorption of support from the 
ERDF, the ESF and the CF ; 
• Government Decree 547/2013 (XII. 30.) on the single operational manual . 
5. Form of the subsidy  
 
The subsidy is in the form of non -repayable support schemes.  
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Public and private enterprises with eligible development projects may receive support for the 
accomplishment of the project. The support schemes must be in line with the OP aims and the EU 
state aid rules.  
 
Non-repayable support may be received through open tender procedures - and through the selection 
of key projects - for the purposes set in the application calls.  
 
Typically , the subsidy may not be in excess of 93% of the project's total eligib le costs. The average 
contribution of the Hungarian government was around 14%.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount (the data contains only the contribution of the Hungarian 
government)  
 
The total amount paid was 7 HUF 0,0.  
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
These grant schemes may not be applied after the year 2015.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A. 
 
6.5  Transport Operational Programme ( TOP)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Transport Operationa l Programme . 
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2019.  
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The comprehensive objective of transport developments is to improve accessibility with a view to 
increasing global and regional competitiveness a nd strengthening socio -economic and territorial 
cohesion . It is intended to improve the alternative  accessibility of regions and the accessibility of 
economic and business centres by enabling  the linking of the various modes of transport.  
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  In the field of transport development six priority axes have been determined to serve the above 
objectives:  
• improving the international road accessibility of the country and the regional centres. 
This priority involves the development, modernisation of the trans-European road 
transport corridors (TEN -T); 
• improving the international railway and waterway accessibility of the country and the 
regional centres. The aim of this priority is to develop the Hungarian railway lines that 
constitute part of the trans -European railway network (TEN) ; 
• improving regional accessibility. This priority targets the development of the main road 
network (1 -, 2- and 3 -digit roads) improving the accessibility within the region ; 
• linking the modes of transport and improving the intermodality and the transport 
infrastructure of the economic centres ; 
• improving urban and suburban public transport.  
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
• Council Regulation (EC) No . 1083/2006 of 11 July 2006 laying down general provisions 
on the European Regional Development Fund , the European Social Fund and the 
Cohesion Fund and repealing Regulation (EC) No . 1260/1999 ; 
• Government Decree 4/2011 (I.28.) on the procedures of absorption of support from the 
ERDF, the ESF and the CF ; 
• Government Decree 547/2013 (XII. 30.) on the sing le operational manual . 
5. Form of the subsidy  
 
The subsidy is in the form of non -repayable support schemes.  
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Public and private enterprises with eligible development projects may receive support for the 
accomplis hment of the project. The support schemes must be in line with the OP aims and the EU 
state aid rules.  
 
Non-repayable support may be received through open tender procedures for the purposes set in the 
application calls.  
 
Typically , the subsidy may not be i n excess of 99% of the project's total eligible costs.  
The average contribution of the Hungarian government was around 15%.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount  (the data contains only the contribution of the Hungarian 
government)  
 
The total amount paid was HUF 76,4 million.  
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
These grant schemes may not be applied after the year 2015.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A. 
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  6.6  Electronic Public Administration Operat ional Programme ( EPAOP)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Electronic Public Administration Operational Programme . 
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2019.  
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The overall strategic objective of the oper ational programme is to improve efficiency in public 
administration. By the reorganisation and simplification of the government processes and their 
subsequent support by means of info -communication it is intended to make the operation of the 
state more eff icient and provide the same amount of services with the use of less resource. The 
operational programme includes the modernisation of the procedures, processes and services of 
public administration and the judiciary system with the use of info -communicatio n technology, as 
well as the interventions aimed at the identification of the clients as a common element of all public 
services provided by info -communication devices.  
 
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
• Council Regulation (EC) No . 1083/2006 of 11 July 2006 laying down general provisions 
on the European Regional Development Fund, the European Social Fund and the 
Cohesion Fund and repealing Regulation (EC) No . 1260/1999 ; 
• Government Decree 4/2011 (I.28.) on the procedures of absorption of support from the 
ERDF, the ESF and the CF ; 
• Government Decree 547/2013 (XII. 30.) on the single operational manual . 
5. Form of the subsidy  
 
The subsidy is in the form of non -repayable supp ort schemes.  
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Central administrative bodies; Territorial bodies of the central administrative bodies; Local 
governments; Municipalities; Micro -regional associations; Other administrative bodies, Companies 
in stat e ownership; NGOs fulfilling the tasks of the state; Courts, Prosecution and Defence public 
bodies with eligible development projects may receive support for the accomplishment of the project. 
The support schemes must be in line with the OP aims and the EU  state aid rules.  
 
Non-repayable support may be received through open tender procedures for the purposes set in the 
application calls.  
 
Typically , the subsidy may not be in excess of 100% of the project's total eligible costs. The average 
contribution of t he Hungarian government was around 15%.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount (the data contains only the contribution of the Hungarian 
government)  
 
The total amount paid was HUF 0,0.  
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
These grant schemes may not be applied after the year 2015.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A. G/SCM/N/372/EU/Add.13  
 
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  6.7  South Great Plain Operational Programme (SGPOP)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
South Great Plain Operational Programme . 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2019.  
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The overall objective for the South Great Plain Region is to ensure sustainable growth and increased 
employment as well as to redress regional imbalances. Based on compa rative territorial advantages, 
the specific objectives of the development programme are the following:  
• improving and increasing the competitiveness of the regional economy, promotion of 
change in economic structure based on innovation ; 
• improvement of munic ipal and environmental conditions which determine living 
conditions for the population, in order to boost regional cohesion . 
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
• Council Regulation (EC) No . 1083/2006 of 11 July 2006 laying down general provisions 
on the European Regional Development Fund, the European Social Fund and the 
Cohesion Fund and repealing Regulation (EC) No . 1260/1999 ; 
• Government Decree 4/2011 (I.28.) on the procedures of absorption of support from the 
ERDF, the ESF and the CF ; 
• Governme nt Decree 547/2013 (XII. 30.) on the single operational manual . 
5. Form of the subsidy  
 
The subsidy is in the form of non -repayable support schemes, except for the "Regional Capital 
Investment Fund Programme", which grants refundable equity contribution.  
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Public and private enterprises with eligible development projects may receive support for the 
accomplishment of the project. Refundable subsidy is only eligible for the private sector. The support 
schemes must be in line with the OP aims and the EU state aid rules.  
 
• support may be received through open tender procedures for the purposes set in the 
application calls ; 
• the typical subsidy may not be in excess of 57% of the total eligible costs. The a verage 
contribution of the Hungarian government was around 11%.  
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount (the data contains only the contribution of the Hungarian 
government)  
 
The total amount paid was HUF 0,0.  
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
These grant schemes may not be applied after the year 2015.  
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  9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A. 
 
6.8  South Transdanubia Operational Programme (STDOP)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
South Transdanubia Operational Programme . 
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2019.  
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The overall long -term objective of the South Transdanubia Operational Programme (until 2020) is 
the South Transdanubia region's converg ence to the country's more developed areas. Accordingly, 
the strategic objective of this programme (until 2013) is to stop the South Transdanubia region's 
falling behind, i.e. , to keep the region on the nation's growth path for the sake of a convergence 
process to be launched subsequently. Three specific objectives were determined for the sake of 
accomplishing the strategic objective:  
• protection of the natural and built environment in the region ; 
• competitive economy based on local characteristics ; 
• to stop t he increase of social differences within the region . 
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
• Council Regulation (EC) No . 1083/2006 of 11 July 2006 laying down general provisions on 
the European Regional Development Fund, the European Social Fund and t he Cohesion 
Fund and repealing Regulation (EC) No . 1260/1999 ; 
• Government Decree 4/2011 (I.28.) on the procedures of absorption of support from the 
ERDF, the ESF and the CF ; 
• Government Decree 547/2013 (XII. 30.) on the single operational manual . 
5. Form of the subsidy  
 
The subsidy is in the form of non -repayable support schemes, except for the "Regional Capital 
Investment Fund Programme", which grants refundable equity contribution.  
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Public and private enterprises with eligible development projects may receive support for the 
accomplishment of the project. Refundable subsidy is only eligible for the private sector. The support 
schemes must be in line with the OP aims and the EU state aid rules.  
 
Support may be received through open tender procedures for the purposes set in the application 
calls. 
 
The typical subsidy may not be in excess of 57% of the total eligible costs. The average contribution 
of the Hungarian government was around 6%.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount (the data contains only the contribution of the Hungarian 
government)  
 
The total amount paid was HUF 0,0.  
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  8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
These grant schemes may not be applied after the year 2015.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an a ssessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A. 
 
6.9  North Great Plain Operational Programme (NGPOP)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
North Great Plain Operational Programme . 
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2019.  
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The NOGPOP sets the following long -term overall objective : 
 
Based on the natural and social heritage and the characteristics of the settlement network of the 
North Great Plain Region, to strengthen regional competit iveness and redress territorial imbalances 
within the region.  
 
Accordingly, the strategic objective of this programme is preventing the North Great Plain Region 
from falling behind; i.e. , keeping the region on a national growth trajectory in order that a process 
of convergence may later begin.  
 
In order for the strategic objective to be achieved, the following objectives have been set:  
• strengthening the region's SME sector ; 
• improving the i ncome generating ability of tourism ; 
• improving the population's mobility ; 
• developing the region's human resources ; 
• improving the environmental status of the built and natural environment . 
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
• Council Regulation (EC) No . 1083/2006 of 11 July 2006 laying down general provisions on 
the European Regional Development Fund, the European Social Fund and the Cohesion 
Fund and repealing Regulation (EC) No . 1260/1999 ; 
• Government Decree 4/2011 (I.28.) on the proc edures of absorption of support from the 
ERDF, the ESF and the CF ; 
• Government Decree 547/2013 (XII. 30.) on the single operational manual . 
5. Form of the subsidy  
 
The subsidy is in the form of non -repayable support schemes, except for the "Regional Capital  
Investment Fund Programme", which grants refundable equity contribution.  
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Public and private enterprises with eligible development projects may receive support for the 
accomplishment of the project. Refundable s ubsidy is only eligible for the private sector. The support 
schemes must be in line with the OP aims and the EU state aid rules.  
 
Non-repayable support may be received through open tender procedures for the purposes set in the 
application calls.  G/SCM/N/372/EU/Add.13  
 
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  The typica l subsidy may not be in excess of 58% of the total eligible costs. The average contribution 
of the Hungarian government was around 12%.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount (the data contains only the contribution of the Hungarian 
government) (the data  contains only the contribution of the Hungarian government)  
 
The total amount paid was HUF 0,0.  
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
These grant schemes may not be applied after the year 2015.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of t he subsidy  
 
N.A. 
 
6.10  North Hungary Operational Programme (NHOP)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
North Hungary Operational Programme . 
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2019.  
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The overall objective of the programme is:  
 
To improve the economic competitiveness of the region while decreasing territorial and 
social -economic differences within the region.  
 
The programme formulates the following specific objectives for the period 2007 -2013: 
• to improve competitiveness of the economy making use of local resources, cooperation;  
• improving the capacity of tourism to produce income ; 
• to enhance social cohesion and to develop an attracting economic and residential 
environment.  
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
• Council Regulation (EC) No . 1083/2006 of 11 July 2006 laying down general provisions 
on the European Regional Development Fund, the European Social Fund and the 
Cohesion Fund and repealing Regulation (EC) No . 1260/1999 ; 
• Government Decree 4/2011 (I.28.) on the procedures of absorpti on of support from the 
ERDF, the ESF and the CF ; 
• Government Decree 547/2013 (XII. 30.) on the single operational manual . 
5. Form of the subsidy  
 
The subsidy is in the form of non -repayable support schemes, except for the "Regional Capital 
Investment Fund Programme", which grants refundable equity contribution.  
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  6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Public and private enterprises with eligible development projects may receive support for the 
accomplishment of the project. Refundable subsidy is only el igible for the private sector. The support 
schemes must be in line with the OP aims and the EU state aid rules.  
 
Support may be received through open tender procedures for the purposes set in the application 
calls. 
 
The typical subsidy may not be in excess  of 59% of the total eligible costs. The average contribution 
of the Hungarian government was around 13%.  
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount (the data contains only the contribution of the Hungarian 
government)  
 
The total amount paid was HUF 0,0.  
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
These grant schemes may not be applied after the year 2015.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A. 
 
6.11  Central  Transdanubia Operational Programme (CTDOP)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Central Transdanubia Operational Programme . 
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2019.  
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
An overall objective of CETOP is to  ensure that, making an efficient use of socio -economic innovation 
and relying on on -going revival efforts, the Central Transdanubia Region maintains its outstanding 
economic position and revenue -generation ability among Hungarian regions.  
 
Achievement of this overall objective is promoted by specific development goals as follows:  
• create an innovative and competitive economic environment ; 
• improve the tourist potential of the region ; 
• sustainable development of the settlement network in the region ; 
• amplify re gional cohesion through investments in environment, and transport 
infrastructure ; 
• establish efficient and renewable human infrastructure background . 
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
• Council Regulation (EC) No . 1083/2006 of 11 July 2006 laying down general provisions on 
the European Regional Development Fund, the European Social Fund and the Cohesion 
Fund and repealing Regulation (EC) No . 1260/1999 ; G/SCM/N/372/EU/Add.13  
 
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  • Government Decree 4/2011 (I.28.) on the procedures of absorptio n of support from the 
ERDF, the ESF and the CF ; 
• Government Decree 547/2013 (XII. 30.) on the single operational manual . 
5. Form of the subsidy  
 
The subsidy is in the form of non -repayable support schemes, except for the "Regional Capital 
Investment Fund Pr ogramme", which grants refundable equity contribution.  
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Public and private enterprises with eligible development projects may receive support for the 
accomplishment of the project. Refundable subsidy is only elig ible for the private sector. The support 
schemes must be in line with the OP aims and the EU state aid rules.  
 
Non-repayable support may be received through open tender procedures for the purposes set in the 
application calls.  
 
The typical subsidy may not be in excess of 52% of the total eligible costs. The average contribution 
of the Hungarian government was around 6%.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount (the data contains only the contribution of the Hungarian 
government)  
 
The total amount paid was H UF 0,0.  
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
These grant schemes may not be applied after the year 2015.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A. 
 
6.12  Central  Hungary Operational Programme (CHOP)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Central Hungary Operational Programme . 
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2019.  
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The overall objective of the operational progr amme is to improve the international competitiveness 
of the Central Hungary Region, with due regard to the principle of sustainable development.  
 
With an eye to achieving the overall objective, two specific objectives have been set:  
• to develop factors influencing the Region's competitiveness ; 
• to develop the Region's internal cohesion and the harmony of its spatial structure.  
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
• Council Regulation (EC) No . 1083/2006 of 11 July 2006 laying dow n general provisions 
on the European Regional Development Fund, the European Social Fund and the 
Cohesion Fund and repealing Regulation (EC) No . 1260/1999 ; G/SCM/N/372/EU/Add.13  
 
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  • Government Decree 4/2011 (I.28.) on the procedures of absorption of support from the 
ERDF, the ESF and the CF ; 
• Government Decree 547/2013 (XII. 30.) on the single operational manual . 
5. Form of the subsidy  
 
The subsidy is in the form of non -repayable support schemes, except for the "Regional Capital 
Investment Fund Programme", which grants refundable e quity contribution.  
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Public and private enterprises with eligible development projects may receive support for the 
accomplishment of the project. Refundable subsidy is only eligible for the private sector. The su pport 
schemes must be in line with the OP aims and the EU state aid rules.  
 
Non-repayable support may be received through open tender procedures for the purposes set in the 
application calls.  
 
The typical subsidy may not be in excess of 44% of the total el igible costs. The average contribution 
of the Hungarian government was around 11%.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount (the data contains only the contribution of the Hungarian 
government)  
 
The total amount paid was HUF 0,0.  
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
These grant schemes may not be applied after the year 2015.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A. 
 
6.13  West Pannon Operational Programme (WPOP)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
West Pannon Operational Programme . 
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2019.  
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
Overall objective of the OP: to establish an economic and public service infrastructure in line with 
the regional environment th rough environmentally consciously planned development in order to 
promote growth and employment.  
 
Five specific development objectives support this overall objective:  
• economy built on local innovative resources and corporate networks ; 
• tourism based on high quality services and leveraging heritage ; 
• network of towns comprised of liveable towns providing efficient support for regional 
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  • high quality environment and safe access to regional centres and sub -centres ; 
• infrastructure suppo rting public services based on the local environment . 
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
• Council Regulation (EC) No . 1083/2006 of 11 July 2006 laying down general provisions 
on the European Regional Development Fund, the European Social Fund and the 
Cohesion Fund and repealing Regulation (EC) No . 1260/1999 ; 
• Government Decree 255/2006 (XII. 8.) on the basic rules of the use of the ERDF, ESF 
and CF subsidies and responsible institutions in the 2007 -2013 programming period ; 
• MEHVM -PM Ministerial Decre e 16/2006 (XII. 28.) on the procedures of absorption of 
support from the ERDF, the ESF and the CF  
• Government Decree 281/2006 (XII.23.) on rules concerning establishing systems of 
financial management and controls in relation with receiving support from the  ERDF, 
the ESF and the CF in the programming period 2007 -2013 
• Government Decree 4/2011 (I.28.) on the procedures of absorption of support from the 
ERDF, the ESF and the CF  
5. Form of the subsidy  
 
The subsidy is in the form of non -repayable support schemes,  except for the "Regional Capital 
Investment Fund Programme", which grants refundable equity contribution.  
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Public and private enterprises with eligible development projects may receive support for the 
accomplish ment of the project. Refundable subsidy is only eligible for the private sector. The support 
schemes must be in line with the OP aims and the EU state aid rules.  
 
Non-repayable support may be received through open tender procedures for the purposes set in the 
application calls.  
 
The typical subsidy may not be in excess of 47% of the total eligible costs. The average contribution 
of the Hungarian government was around 12%.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount (the data contains only the contribution of the Hungarian 
government)  
 
The total amount paid was HUF 0,0.  
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
These grant schemes may not be applied after the year 2015.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A. 
 
6.14  Interreg V -A Slovakia -Hungary Programme 2014 -2020  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Interreg V -A Slovakia -Hungary Cooperation Programme . 
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  2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2019-2020. 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The entire Programme strategy is built around the concept of a sustainable development, some 
objectives, priorities and individual interventions are directly focused on the promotion of technology 
development and infrastructural developments for the low ca rbon economy, resource efficient and 
environmental -friendly developments. Requirements of sustainable  development  are reflected not 
just in planning specific objectives, but also they are integrated to the Programme as horizontal 
principles, which ensure t o shift the Programme area towards the quality prevention of 
environmental resources. The clear contribution to sustainable development will be an eligibility 
criterion in the selection procedure for all actions. The principle of equal  opportunities  is also reflected 
in the design of the indicators for monitoring and evaluation, and in the eligibility and project 
selection criteria to be applied under various measures. In order to pursue the above targets , the 
following priority axes have been determined:  
• priority axis 1: Nature & Culture ; 
• priority axis 2: enhancing cross -border mobility ; 
• priority axis 3: promoting sustainable and quality employment ; 
• priority axis 4: enhancing cross -border cooperation of public authorities and people living 
in the border are a. 
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
• Regulation (EU) No . 1303/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 17 
December 2013 laying down common provisions on the European Regional 
Development Fund, the European Social Fund, the Cohesion  Fund, the European 
Agricultural Fund for Rural Development and the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund 
and laying down general provisions on the European Regional Development Fund, the 
European Social Fund, the Cohesion Fund and the European Maritime and  Fisheries 
Fund;  
• Regulation (EU) No. 1301/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 
17 December2013 on the European Regional Development Fund and on specific 
provisions concerning the Investment for growth and jobs goal and repealing Regulatio n 
(EC) No.  1080/2006;  
• Regulation (EU) No . 1299/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 
17 Decembe r 2013 on specific provisions for the support from the European Regional 
Development Fund to the European territorial cooperation goal;  
• Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2018/1046 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 
18 July 2018 on the financial rules a pplicable to the general budget of the Union, 
amending Regulations (EU) No . 1296/2013, (EU) No . 1301/2013, (EU) No . 1303/2013, 
(EU) No . 1304/2013, (EU) No . 1309/2013, (EU) No . 1316/2013, (EU) No . 223/2014, 
(EU) No . 283/2014, and Decision No . 541/2014/EU an d repealing Regulation (EU, 
Euratom) No . 966/2012;  G/SCM/N/372/EU/Add.13  
 
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  • Government Decree No . 238/2015 (IX. 4.) on the national institutions implementing 
certain programmes related to cross -border co -operation under the European Regional 
Development Fund, the Instrument for P re-accession Assistance and the European 
Neighbourhood Instrument in the period 2014 -2020 (in Hungary);  
• Government Decree No.  126/2016 (VI.7.) on the implementation of certain cross -
border co -operation programmes financed under the European Regional Devel opment 
Fund and the Instrument for Pre -accession Assistance in the 2014 -2020 programming 
period (in Hungary).  
5. Form of the subsidy  
 
The subsidy is provided in the form of non -repayable subsidy.  
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
The programme f unds cooperation among project partners which are public authorities, bodies 
governed by public law, non -profit organisations governed by private law.  
 
National state co -financing is provided on a complementary basis to all Hungarian partners 
participating in projects selected for community co -financing. The rate of national state co -financing 
is determined taking into account of the status of the Hungari an partner and may not exceed 15%.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount (the data contains only the contribution of the Hungarian 
government for priorities other than Technical Assistance)  
 
The total amount paid in 2019 -2020 was EUR 4 394 903,96.  
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
From 2014 -2023. 
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A. 
 
6.15  Interreg V -A Hungary -Croatia Programme 2014 -2020  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Hungary -Croatia Cross -border Cooperation Programme 2014 -2020. 
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2019-2020. 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the  subsidy  
 
The focus of the current programme is slightly shifted towards supporting the reinforcement and 
expansion of the existing cooperative networks and contributing to the establishment of a sound 
basis for a dynamic and lasting cooperation across the border. Besides that , the programme 
increases the concentration on encouraging sustainable economic coope ration in the region, while 
maintaining continuity of activities. The programme comprises the following priorities in order to 
pursue the above goal:  
• priority axis 1: enhancing the competitiveness of SMEs ; 
• priority axis 2: sustainable use of Natural and Cu ltural assets; 
• priority axis 3: cooperation: enhancing institutional capacity and an efficient public 
administration ; G/SCM/N/372/EU/Add.13  
 
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  • priority axis 4: education: investing in education, training, including vocational training 
for skills and lifelong learning by developing  education and training infrastructure . 
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
• Regulation (EU) No . 1303/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 17 
December 2013 laying down common provisions on the European Regional 
Development Fund, the European Social Fund, the Cohesion Fund, the European 
Agricultural Fund for Rural Development and the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund 
and laying down general provisions on the European Regional Development Fund, the 
European Social Fund, the Cohesion Fund and the European Maritime and Fisheries 
Fund;  
• Regulation (EU) No. 1301/2013 of the European Parl iament and of the Council of 
17 December  2013 on the European Regional Development Fund and on specific 
provisions concerning the Investment for growth and jobs goal and repealing Regulation 
(EC) No.  1080/2006;  
• Regulation (EU) No . 1299/2013 of the Europea n Parliament and of the Council of 
17 December  2013 on specific provisions for the support from the European Regional 
Development Fund to the European territorial cooperation goal;  
• Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2018/1046 of the European Parliament and of the C ouncil of 
18 July 2018 on the financial rules applicable to the general budget of the Union, 
amending Regulations (EU) No . 1296/2013, (EU) No . 1301/2013, (EU) No . 1303/2013, 
(EU) No . 1304/2013, (EU) No . 1309/2013, (EU) No . 1316/2013, (EU) No . 223/2014, 
(EU) No. 283/2014, and Decision No . 541/2014/EU and repealing Regulation (EU, 
Euratom) No . 966/2012;  
• The Interreg V -A Co-operation Programme Hungary -Croatia, approved by the European 
Commission on 07 September 2015 by Decision Reg. No . C(2015)6228 (hereinaft er 
referred to as the Programme);  
• Government Decree No . 238/2015 (IX. 4.) on the national institutions implementing 
certain programmes related to cross -border co -operation under the European Regional 
Development Fund, the Instrument for Pre -accession Assi stance and the European 
Neighbourhood Instrument in the period 2014 -2020 (in Hungary);  
• Government Decree No. 126/2016 (VI.7.) on the implementation of certain cross -border 
co-operation programmes financed under the European Regional Development Fund 
and th e Instrument for Pre -accession Assistance in the 2014 -2020 programming period 
(in Hungary) . 
5. Form of the subsidy  
 
The subsidy is provided in the form of non -repayable subsidy.  
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
The programme funds cooperation a mong project partners which are public authorities, bodies 
governed by public law, non -profit organisations governed by private law.  
 
National state co -financing is provided on a complementary basis to all Hungarian partners 
participating in projects selected for community co -financing. The rate of national state co -financing 
is determined taking into account of the status of the Hungari an partner and may not exceed 15%.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount (the data contains only the contribution of the Hungarian 
government for priorities other than Technical Assistance)  
 
The total amount paid in 2019 -2020 was EUR 502 792,05 . 
 G/SCM/N/372/EU/Add.13  
 
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  8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
From 2014 -2023. 
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A. 
 
6.16  Interreg -IPA Hungary -Serbia Programme 2014 -2020  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Interreg -IPA Cross -border Cooperation  Programme Hungary -Serbia . 
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2019-2020. 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The Programme supports the development of a stable and co -operating region and the overall quality 
of life in the border region. It enables economic collaboration of organizations from the two countries, 
nurtures the common identity, and cultural and histo rical heritage of the border region, and 
contributes to its environmental sustainability and safety. In order to pursue the above goals , the 
following priority axes have been determined:  
• priority axis 1: improving cross -border water management and risk pr evention systems;  
• priority axis 2: decreasing the bottlenecks of cross -border traffic ; 
• priority axis 3: encouraging cooperation in tourism and cultural heritage preservation;  
• priority axis 4: enhancing SMEs' economic competitiveness through innovation -driven 
development.  
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
• Regulation (EU) No . 231/2014 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 11 
March2014, establishing an Instrument for Pre -Accession Assistance (IPA II);  
• Regulation (EU) No . 236/2014 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 11 
March 2014, laying down common rule s and procedures for the implementation of the 
Union's instruments for financing external action;  
• Commission implementing regulation (EU) No . 447/2014 of 2 May 2014 on the specific 
rules for implementing Regulation (EU) No . 231/2014 of the European Parlia ment and 
of the Council establishing an Instrument for Pre -Accession Assistance (IPA II);  
• Regulation (EU) No . 1303/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 17 
December 2013 laying down common provisions on the European Regional 
Development Fu nd, the European Social Fund, the Cohesion Fund, the European 
Agricultural Fund for Rural Development and the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund 
and laying down general provisions on the European Regional Development Fund, the 
European Social Fund, the C ohesion Fund and the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund 
and repealing Council Regulation (EC) No . 1083/2006;  
• Regulation(EU) No . 1299/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 17 
December 2013 on specific provisions for the support from the E uropean Regional 
Development Fund to the European territorial cooperation goal;  G/SCM/N/372/EU/Add.13  
 
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  • Commission delegated regulation (EU) No . 481/2014 of 4 March 2014 supplementing 
Regulation (EU) No . 1299/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council with 
regard to spec ific rules on eligibility of expenditure for cooperation programmes;  
• Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2018/1046 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 
18 July 2018 on the financial rules applicable to the general budget of the Union, 
amending Regulation s (EU) No . 1296/2013, (EU) No . 1301/2013, (EU) No . 1303/2013, 
(EU) No . 1304/2013, (EU) No . 1309/2013, (EU) No . 1316/2013, (EU) No . 223/2014, 
(EU) No . 283/2014, and Decision No . 541/2014/EU and repealing Regulation (EU, 
Euratom) No . 966/2012;  
• Interreg -IPA Hungary -Serbia Cross -border Co -operation Programme, approved by the 
European Commission on the 15 December by Decision C(2015)9488 (hereinafter 
referred to as the Programme);  
• Government Decree No . 238/2015 (IX. 4.) on the national institutions implementing  
certain programmes related to cross -border co -operation under the European Regional 
Development Fund, the Instrument for Pre -accession Assistance and the European 
Neighbourhood Instrument in the period 2014 -2020 (in Hungary);  
• Government Decree No. 126/201 6 (VI.7.) on the implementation of certain cross -border 
co-operation programmes financed under the European Regional Development Fund 
and the Instrument for Pre -accession Assistance in the 2014 -2020 programming period . 
5. Form of the subsidy  
 
The subsidy i s provided in the form of non -repayable subsidy.  
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
On the basis of "shared management system" of the participating countries - Hungary and Serbia, 
the Programme funds and supports co -operation projects of non -profit organizations located in the 
Programme -eligible area, including Hungarian NUTS III level counties Csongrád and Bács -Kiskun, 
and Serbian NUTS III equivalent regions: West Bačka, North Bačka, South Bačka, North Banat, 
Central Banat, South Banat and Srem.  
 
National state co -financing is provided on a complementary basis to all Hungarian partners 
participating in projects selected for community co -financing. The rate of national state co -financing 
is determined taking into account of the status of the Hungari an partner and may not exceed 15%.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount (the data contains only the contribution of the Hungarian 
government for priorities other than Technical Assistance)  
 
The total amount paid in 2019 -2020 was EUR 417 467,12 . 
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
From 2014 -2023. 
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A. 
 
6.17  Interreg V -A Slovenia -Hungary Programme 2014 -2020  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Cooperation Programme Interreg V -A Slovenia -Hungary . 
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2019-2020. G/SCM/N/372/EU/Add.13  
 
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  3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
As declared in the preamble of the ETC Regulation, the cross -border cooperation is meant to tackle 
common challenges identified jointly in the border region and aim to exploit the untapped growth 
potential in the area, while enhancing the cooperation proce ss for the overall harmonious 
development of the Union. The preparation of the Cooperation Programme was assigned to the Task 
Force composed of national, regional and local level representatives of the two cooperating Member 
States. In developing the strat egy, the Task Force considered the policy framework provided by the 
European, national and regional development strategies, the characteristics of the programme area, 
the experiences of the previous programme periods and the opinion of the stakeholders col lected 
through dedicated events and activities.  
 
The Cooperation Programme Interreg V -A Slovenia -Hungary is the continuation of a cooperation 
process which started in the middle of the 90s under trilateral and bilateral compositions 
(Austria -Slovenia -Hunga ry, Slovenia -Hungary -Croatia, and Slovenia -Hungary Cross -Border 
Cooperation Programmes). This long tradition in CBC programmes resulted in an accumulation of 
valuable experiences regarding the EU territorial cooperation between the management bodies but 
also among relevant stakeholders from the two countries, which is taken into consideration by the 
current programme. The programme comprises the following priorities in order to pursue the above 
goal: 
• priority axis 1: attractive region ; 
• priority axis 2: cooperative region . 
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
• The EU regulations laying down provisions on the European Structural and Investment 
Funds, in particular Regulation (EU) No . 1303/2013 of the European Parliament and of 
the Council of 17 Decembe r 2013 (hereinafter referred to as the Common Provisions 
Regulation), Regulation (EU) No . 1301/2013 of the European Parliament and of the 
Council of 17 December 2013 (hereinafter referred to as the ERDF Regulation), 
Regulation (EU) No . 1299/2013 of the Eur opean Parliament and of the Council of 17 
December 2013 (hereinafter referred to as the ETC Regulation);  
• Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2018/1046 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 
18 July 2018 on the financial rules applicable to the general budg et of the Union, 
amending Regulations (EU) No . 1296/2013, (EU) No . 1301/2013, (EU) No . 1303/2013, 
(EU) No . 1304/2013, (EU) No . 1309/2013, (EU) No . 1316/2013, (EU) No . 223/2014, 
(EU) No . 283/2014, and Decision No . 541/2014/EU and repealing Regulation (EU, 
Euratom) No . 966/2012;  
• Implementing Regulation (EU) No . 2015/207 of 20 January 2015;  
• Pre-agreement on the content of the Cross -Border Cooperation Programme Interreg V -
A Slovenia -Hungary 2014 -2020 and confirmation of national co -financing according to 
Article 8 (9) of the ETC Regulation;  
• Cooperation Programme Interreg V -A Slovenia -Hungary as approved by Commission 
Decision No. C(2015)6511 as of 18 September 2015;  
• Decree on the implementation of procedures for the use of funds of the European 
Territorial C ooperation programmes in the Republic of Slovenia in the programme period 
2014-2020, Official Gazette of the Republic of Slovenia No . 52/16, dated 29 July 2016 
(hereafter referred to as Decree);  
• Government Decree No . 238/2015 (IX. 4.) on the national institutions implementing 
certain programmes related to cross -border co -operation under the European Regional 
Development Fund, the Instrument for Pre -accession Assistance and the European 
Neighbourhood Instrument in the period 2014 -2020 (in Hungary);  G/SCM/N/372/EU/Add.13  
 
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  • Government Decree No. 126/2016 (VI.7.) on the implementation of certain cross -border 
co-operation programmes financed under the European Regional Development Fund 
and the Instrument for Pre -accession Assistance in the 2014 -2020 programming period.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
 
The subsidy is provided in the form of non -repayable subsidy.  
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
The programme funds cooperation among project partners which are public authorities, bodies 
governed by public law, non -profit organisations governed by private law.  
 
National state co -financing is provided on a complementary basis to all Hungarian partners 
participating in projects selected for community co -financing. The rate of national state co -financing 
is determined taking into account of the status of the Hungari an partner and may not exceed 15%  
 
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount (the data contains only the contribution of the Hungarian 
government for priorities other than Technical Assistance)  
 
The total amount paid in 2019 -2020 was EUR 114 830,16 . 
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
From 2014 -2023. 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A. 
 
6.18  Interreg V -A Austria -Hungary Programme 2014 -2020  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Interreg V -A Austria -Hungary Cooperation Programme . 
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2019-2020. 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The objective of the programme is to prepare strategic action and pilot projects in fields such as the 
improvement of poor accessibility or inappropriate business environment, the lack of networks 
among local and regional administrations, environmental pol lution or risk prevention. A second focus 
is to exploit the untapped potentials in the border area and to concentrate on issues close to the 
needs of the population in the border region. In order to pursue the above goals , the following 
priority axes have been determined:  
• priority axis 1: enhancing the competitiveness of SMES (TO3) ; 
• priority axis 2: protecting the Environment and Promoting Resource Efficiency (TO6) ; 
• priority axis 3: promoting sustainable transport and removing bottlenecks in key 
network infrastructures (TO7) ; 
• priority axis 4: enhancing institutional capacity and an efficient public administration 
(TO11) . G/SCM/N/372/EU/Add.13  
 
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  4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
• The EU regulations laying down provisions on the Structural Funds, in particular 
Regulations (EU) No . 1303/2013 [CPR], No . 1301/2013 [ERDF] and No . 1299/2013 
[ETC] of the European Parliament and of the Council;  
• Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2018/1046 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 
18 July 2018 on the financial rules applica ble to the general budget of the Union, 
amending Regulations (EU) No . 1296/2013, (EU) No . 1301/2013, (EU) No . 1303/2013, 
(EU) No . 1304/2013, (EU) No . 1309/2013, (EU) No . 1316/2013, (EU) No . 223/2014, 
(EU) No . 283/2014, and Decision No . 541/2014/EU and repealing Regulation (EU, 
Euratom) No . 966/2012;  
• The Cooperation Programme Austria -Hungary 2014 -2020 (CCI 2014TC16RFCB010), as 
approved by the European Commission on 30 June 2015 including the latest valid 
version and the agreement betwee n the Member States with specific reference to Article 
8 (9) of Regulation (EU) No . 1299/2013 [ETC];  
• The Treaty according to Art. 15a of the Austrian Constitutional Act between the Austrian 
Federal and Länder Governments BGBl. I No. 76 -2017 (" Vereinbarung  zwischen dem 
Bund und den Ländern gemäß Art. 15 B -VG über das Verwaltungs - und Kontrollsystem 
in Österreich für die Durchführung der operationellen Programme des Ziels 
"Investitionen in Wachstum und Beschäftigung"  und des Ziels "Europäische territoriale 
Zusammenarbeit"  für die Periode 2014  2020") - further on referred to as "15a -Treaty";  
• The Government Decree No. 238/2015 (IX. 4.) on the national institutions implementing 
certain programmes related to cross -border co -operation under the European Regional 
Development Fund, the Instrument for Pre -accession Assistance and the European 
Neighbourhood Instrument in the period 2014 -2020 (in Hungary);  
• The Government Decree No. 126/2016 (VI. 7.) on the implementation of certain cross -
border co -operation programmes  financed under the European Regional Development 
Fund and the Instrument for Pre -accession Assistance in the 2014 -2020 programming 
period;  
• The Government Decree No. 94/2018 (V.22.) on the scope and the responsibility of the 
Government's members.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
 
The subsidy is provided in the form of non -repayable subsidy.  
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
The programme funds cooperation among project partners which are public or public equivalent 
organisations, non -profit organisations, other institutions which on project level act in public interest 
and private institutions having legal personality . 
National state co -financing is provided on a complementary basis to all Hungarian partners 
participating in projects selected for community co -financing. The rate of national state co -financing 
is determined taking into account of the status of the Hungari an partner and may not exceed 15%.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount (the data contains only the contribution of the Hungarian 
government for priorities other than Technical Assistance)  
 
The total amount paid in 2019 -2020 was EUR 4 064 296,89 . 
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
From 2019 -2020. 
 G/SCM/N/372/EU/Add.13  
 
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  9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A. 
 
6.19  Interreg V -A Romania -Hungary Programme 2014 -2020  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Interreg V -A Romania -Hungary Coopera tion Programme . 
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2019-2020. 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The Programme  carries on the financing of cross -border cooperation initiatives in the Romanian -
Hungarian border area, with the support of European Union, through European Regional 
Development Fund, and with the contribution of the Governments of both Romania and Hungar y. 
The Programme allocates non -refundable funding, in a competitive manner, in the framework of 
public calls for proposals, for joint cross -border projects aimed at:  
• priority axis 1: joint protection and efficient use of common values and resources ; 
• priority axis 2: improve sustainable cross-border mobility and remove bottlenecks ; 
• priority axis 3: improve employment and promote cross-border labour mobility ; 
• priority axis 4: improving health-care services ; 
• priority axis 5: improve risk prevention and disaster management ; 
• priority axis 6: promoting cross-border cooperation between institutions and citizens . 
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
• Regulation(EU) No . 1303/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 
17 December  2013 laying down common provisions on the European Regional 
Development Fund, the European Social Fund, the Cohesion Fund, the European 
Agricultural Fund for Rural Development and the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund 
and laying down general pro visions on the European Regional Development Fund, the 
European Social Fund, the Cohesion Fund and the European Maritime and Fisheries 
Fund;  
• Regulation (EU) No. 1301/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 
17 December  2013 on the European Re gional Development Fund and on specific 
provisions concerning the Investment for growth and jobs goal and repealing Regulation 
(EC) No.  1080/2006;  
• Regulation (EU) No . 1299/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 
17 December  2013 on specific provisions for the support from the European Regional 
Development Fund to the European territorial cooperation goal;  
• Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2018/1046 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 
18 July 2018 on the financial rules applicable to the general budget of the Union, 
amending Regulations (EU) No . 1296/2013, (EU) No . 1301/2013, (EU) No . 1303/2013, 
(EU) No . 1304/2013, (EU) No . 1309/2013, (EU) No . 1316/2013, (EU) No . 223/2014, 
(EU) No . 283/2014, and Decision No . 541/2014/EU and repealing Regul ation (EU, 
Euratom) No . 966/2012;  
• Government Decree No . 238/2015 (IX. 4.) on the national institutions implementing 
certain programmes related to cross -border co -operation under the European Regional 
Development Fund, the Instrument for Pre -accession Assi stance and the European 
Neighbourhood Instrument in the period 2014 -2020 (in Hungary);  G/SCM/N/372/EU/Add.13  
 
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  • Government Decree No. 126/2016 (VI.7.) on the implementation of certain cross -border 
co-operation programmes financed under the European Regional Development Fund 
and the Instrument for Pre -accession Assistance in the 2014 -2020 programming period 
(in Hungary).  
5. Form of the subsidy  
 
The subsidy is provided in the form of non -repayable subsidy.  
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
The programme funds cooperation among project partners which are public authorities, bodies 
governed by public law, non -profit organisations governed by private law.  
 
National state co -financing is provided on a complementary basis to all Hungarian partners 
participating in projects selected for community co -financing. The rate of national state co -financing 
is determined taking into account of the status of the Hungari an partner and may not exceed 15%.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount (the data contains only the contribution of the Hungarian 
government for priorities other than Technical Assistance)  
 
The total amount paid in 2019 -2020 was EUR 7 437 455,93 . 
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
From 2014 -2023. 
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A. 
 
6.20  Hungary -Slovakia -Romania -Ukraine ENI Cross -border Co -operation Programme 
2014 -2020  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Hungary -Slovakia -Romania -Ukraine ENI Cross -border Co -operation Programme 2014 -2020. 
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2019-2020. 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The CBC in the European Neighbourhood extends the principles of Cross Border Cooperation within 
the EU, which is part of the Interreg  programmes, but adapted to the specificities of the EU external 
cooperation. It contributes to the overall ENI objective of progress towards ' an area of shared  
prosperity  and good neighbourliness ' between EU Member States and their neighbours.  
• Thematic Objective 3: promotion of local culture and preservation of historical heritage ; 
• TO3 Priority 1: promoting local culture and historical heritage along with tourism 
functions.  
• Thematic Objective 6: environmental protection, climate change mitigation and 
adaptation ; 
• TO6 Priority  1: sustainable  use of the environment  in the cross-border  area - 
preservation  of natural  resources,  actions  to reduce  GHG emission  and pollution  of 
rivers.  G/SCM/N/372/EU/Add.13  
 
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  • Thematic Objective 7: improvement of accessibility to the regions, development of 
sustainable and climate -proof transport and communication networks and systems ; 
• TO7 Priority  1: development  of transport  infrastructure  to improve  the mobility  of 
persons  and goods ; 
• Thematic O bjective 8: common challenges in the field of safety and security ; 
• TO8 Priority  1: support  to joint activities  for the prevention  of natural  and man-made  
disasters  as well as joint action  during  emergency  situations ; 
TO8 Priority  2: support  to the developm ent of health . 
 
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
• Regulation (EU) No . 232/2014 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 11 
March  2014 establishing a European Neighbourhood Instrument (hereinafter referred to 
as ENI Regulation ); 
• Regulation (EU) No . 236/2014 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 11 
March  2014 laying down common rules and procedures for the implementation of  the 
Union's instruments for financing external action (hereinafter referred to as ENI CIR ); 
• Commission implementing regulation (EU) No . 897/2014 of 18 August 2014 laying down 
specific provisions for the implementation of cross -border cooperation programme s 
financed under Regulation (EU) No . 232/2014 of the European Parliament and the 
Council establishing a European Neighbourhood Instrument (hereinafter referred to as 
ENI CBC IR ); 
• Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2018/1046 of the European Parliament and of the Coun cil of 
18 July 2018 on the financial rules applicable to the general budget of the Union, 
amending Regulations (EU) No . 1296/2013, (EU) No . 1301/2013, (EU) No . 1303/2013, 
(EU) No . 1304/2013, (EU) No . 1309/2013, (EU) No . 1316/2013, (EU) No . 223/2014, 
(EU) N o. 283/2014, and Decision No . 541/2014/EU and repealing Regulation (EU, 
Euratom) No . 966/2012;  
• Commission Implementing Decision C(2015) 9180 of 17.12.2015 on the Joint 
Operational Programme Hungary -Slovakia -Romania -Ukraine 2014 -2020 for the ENI 
Cross -Borde r Cooperation programme for the years 2014 -2020 to be financed from the 
general budget of the European Union;  
• Joint Operational Programme for the Hungary -Slovakia -Romania -Ukraine Cross -border 
Cooperation Programme 2014 -2020 adopted by the European Commissi on on 
17 December  2015 Decision No. C (2015)9180 - and its modifications (hereinafter 
referred to as Joint Operational Programme);  
• Government Decree No . 238/2015 (IX. 4.) on the national institutions implementing 
certain programmes related to cross -border co-operation under the European Regional 
Development Fund, the Instrument for Pre -accession Assistance and the European 
Neighbourhood Instrument in the period 2014 -2020;  
• Government Decree No . 83/2018. (IV. 20.) on the implementation of the Hungary -
Slovakia -Romania -Ukraine ENI Cross -Border Cooperation Programme 2014 -2020;  
• Government Decree No . 94/2018. (V. 22.) on the scope of activities and responsibilities 
of members of the Government;  G/SCM/N/372/EU/Add.13  
 
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  • Government Decision No. 398/2015 for establishing the institutional framework for 
coordination and management of European structural funds and investments and to 
ensure continuity of the institutional framework for coordination and management of 
Structural Instruments 2007 -2013 and Government Decision No. 51/2018 on the 
organization and functioning of the Ministry of Regional Development and Public 
Administration identifies the programme management bodies at national level in 
Romania.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
 
The subsidy is prov ided in the form of non -repayable subsidy.  
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
The programme funds cooperation among project partners which are public authorities, bodies 
governed by public law, non -profit organisations governed by private law. 
 
National state co -financing is provided on a complementary basis to all Hungarian partners 
participating in projects selected for community co -financing. The rate of national state co -financing 
is determined taking into account of the status of the H ungarian partner and may not exceed 10%.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount (the data contains only the contribution of the Hungarian 
government for priorities other than Technical Assistance)  
 
The total amount paid in 2019 -2020 was EUR 546 160,98 . 
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
From 2014 -2024. 
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A. 
 
6.21  Agriculture and Rural Development Operational Programme  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Hungary - Rural Development Programme 2014 -2020. 
 
2.  Period covered by the notification  
 
2019. 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The primary objectives of the RDP are as follows:  
• increasing the competitiveness of the agricultural enterprises ; 
• the sustai nable development of the agriculture ; 
• asserting the rural areas and communities ; 
• improving the quality of life in the rural areas ; 
• and supporting the economic development.  
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
• Regulation (EU) No . 1303/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 
17 December  2013 laying down common provisions on the European Regional 
Development Fund, the European Social Fund, the Cohesion Fund, the European 
Agricultural Fund for Rural Development and the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund 
and laying down general provisions on the European Regional Development Fund, the G/SCM/N/372/EU/Add.13  
 
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  European Social Fund, the Cohesion Fund and the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund 
and repealing Council Regulation (EC) No . 1083/2006 ; 
• Regulation (EU) No . 1305/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 
17 December  2013 on support for rural development by the European Agricultural Fund 
for Rural Development (EAFRD) and repealing Council Regula tion (EC) No . 1698/2005 ; 
• Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) No . 807/2014 of 11 March 2014 supplementing 
Regulation (EU) No . 1305/2013 of the Europea n Parliament and of the Council on 
support for rural development by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development 
(EAFRD) and introducing transitional provisions ; 
• Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) No . 808/2014 of 17 July 2014 laying down 
rules for the application of Regulation (EU) No . 1305/2013 of the Euro pean Parliament 
and of the Council on support for rural development by the European Agricultural Fund 
for Rural Development (EAFRD) ; 
• Regulation (National) No . 272/2014 (XI.5.) of the Hungarian Government on the 
provisions of the use of support aid of certa in European Union budget funds in the 2014 -
2020 programming period ; 
• Regulation (National) No . 549/2013 (XII. 30.) of the Hungarian Government on the use 
of directives regarding the European Union developments ; 
• Regulation (National) No . 255/2014. (X. 10.) o f the Hungarian Government on State 
aid rules in the context of EU competition law on the use of funds allocated for the 2014 -
2020 programming period . 
5. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)  
 
The subsidy is in the form of non-repayable support schemes.  
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
The possible beneficiaries of the RDP are:  
• individuals with tax identification number ; 
• sole proprietors ; 
• primary producers ; 
• micro, -small and medium enterprises ; 
• producer organisati ons; 
• self-governments ; 
• churches, non -governmental organizations ; 
• central  budget institutions.  
 
The objectives of the RDP are realized through the implementation of its measures. The professional 
content of the calls for proposals of the measures are define d by the Managing Authority (MA) in 
accordance with the relevant legal framework and available professional knowledge. Beneficiaries 
are only able to submit their applications during the submission period. The MA provides a ratification 
of support to benef iciaries in the standard procedure but privil eged projects are contracted instead. 
Both documents contain the details of the project and the amount of support for the project. The 
beneficiaries submit a payment claim in order to receive the support from th e MA. Furthermore, 
there is a possibility to apply for advanced payment.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount (the data contains only the contribution of the Hungarian 
government for priorities other than Technical Assistance)  
 
The total amount paid by the national budget accounted for HUF 37.461.533.985 
(EUR 114.904.  913,15) in 2019 (incl. advance payment to the beneficiaries).  
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  8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
Duration of the subsidy varies by measure.  
 
The duration of the Programme itself correspon ds with the EU budgetary period 2014 -2020. The 
official closing date of the Programme is 31 December 2020 , but on the basis of the so -called n+3 
rule, the allocation of year "n" may be paid by the end of year "n+3". Consequently, payments on 
the basis of t he present Programme may be paid until 31 December 2023  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A. 
 
6.22  Fisheries Operational Programme of Hungary  
1.  Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Fisheries Operational Prog ramme of Hungary . 
 
2.  Period covered by the notification  
 
2019. 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The main objectives of the Fisheries Operational Programme of Hungary are the development of the 
small and medium -sized fisheries enterprises and the fish production bases created by the previous 
FOP, improving the competitiveness of traditional pond -farming, preserving or increasing the 
biodiversity and improving the sustainability of aquaculture by using alternative energy sources and 
reducing environmental load.  
 
Another important objectives are to promote the production of new species and supporting fis h 
production and aquaculture applying innovative and intensive technologies. In order to further 
promote fish consumption, the Managing Authority is planning to continue its marketing campaign 
"Kapj rá!" created in the previous programming period.  
 
The mea sures of the Fisheries Operational Programme of Hungary are designed in line with these 
priorities and the calls for proposals as well. The unique target objectives of the operational 
programme are also in line with EU priorities. As a result of the implem entation of these measures, 
an improvement is expected in production safety, industry competitiveness and in the stability and 
working conditions of small and medium -sized fisheries.  
 
General objectives of the OP:  
• improving the competitiveness of traditional pond farming, while preserving or 
increasing the biodiversity ; 
• improving the sustainability of aquaculture by using alternative energy sources and 
reducing environmental load ; 
• promoting aquaculture diversificat ion and production of new species ; 
• developing precision aquaculture applying innovative intensive technologies. Promoting 
fish processing and the production of highly processed products. Promoting fisheries 
and aquaculture research and knowledge transfer ; 
• promoting the horizontal and vertical cooperation of actors in the fisheries sector by 
facilitating the creation of producer organizations and inter -sectoral organizations ; 
• increasing fish consumption, promoting fish products, supporting fish marketing.  
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  • increasing the number of spawning sites by habitat improvement in inland natural 
waters for the qualitative and quantitative improvement of fish populations . 
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
• Regulation (EU) No . 1303/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council on laying 
down common provisions on the European Regional Development Fund, the European 
Social Fund, the Cohesion Fund, the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development 
and t he European Maritime and Fisheries Fund and laying down general provisions on 
the European Regional Development Fund, the European Social Fund, the Cohesion 
Fund and the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund and repealing Council Regulation 
(EC) No . 1083/20 06; 
• Regulation (EU) No . 508/2014 of the European Parliament and of the Council on the 
European Maritime and Fisheries Fund and repealing Council Regulations (EC) 
No. 2328/2003, (EC) No . 861/2006, (EC) No . 1198/2006 and (EC) No . 791/2007 and 
Regulation (EU)  No. 1255/2011 of the European Parliament and of the Council ; 
• Regulation (EU) No . 1380/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council on the 
Common Fisheries Policy, amending Council Regulations (EC) No . 1954/2003 and (EC) 
No. 1224/2009 and repealing Council Regulations (EC) No . 2371/2002 and (EC) No . 
639/2004 and Council Decision 2004/585/EC ; 
• Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) No . 763/2014 on laying down rules for 
applying Regulation (EU) No . 508/2014 of the European Parliament and of the Council 
of 15 May 2014 on the Maritime and Fisheries Fund as regard the technical 
characteristics of information and publicity measures and instructions for creating the 
Union emblem ; 
• Regulation (National) No . 272/2014 (XI.5.) of the Hungarian Government on the 
provisions of the use of support aid of certain European Union budget funds in the 2014 -
2020 programming period ; 
• Regulation (National) No . 549/2013 (XII. 30.) of the Hungarian Government on the use 
of directives regarding the European Union developments . 
5. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)  
 
The subsidy is in the form of non -repayable support scheme.  
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
The possible beneficiaries of th e OP are:  
• individuals with tax identification number ; 
• sole proprietors ; 
• micro, -small and medium enterprises ; 
• producer organisations ; 
• central budget institutions . 
 
The objectives of the Operational Programme (OP) are realized through the implementation of i ts 
measures. The professional content of the calls for proposals of the measures are defined by the 
Managing Authority (MA) in accordance with the relevant legal framework and available professional 
knowledge. Beneficiaries are only able to submit their ap plications during the submission period. 
The MA provides a ratification of support to beneficiaries in the standard procedure but privil eged 
projects are contracted instead. Both documents contain the details of the project and the amount 
of support for th e project. The beneficiaries submit a payment claim in order to receive the support 
from the MA. Furthermore, there is a possibility to apply for advanced payment.  G/SCM/N/372/EU/Add.13  
 
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  7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount (the data contains only the contribution of the 
Hung arian government)  
 
The total amount paid by the national budget accounted for HUF 827.711.852 
(EUR 2.649.477  exchange rate HUF/EUR 312,4) in 2019 (incl. advance payment to the 
beneficiaries).  
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
The duration of the Programme itself corresponds with the EU budgetary period 2014 -2020. The 
official closing date of the Programme is  31 December 2020 ., but on the basis of the so -called n+3 
rule, the allocation of year "n" may be paid by the end of year "n+3". Consequently,  payments on 
the basis of the present Programme may be paid until 31 December 2023 . 
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A. 
 
6.23  Human Resource Development OP (HRDOP)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Huma n Resources Development Operational Programme . 
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2019. 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The overall objective of the HRDOP is increasing human capital and improving the social 
environment. The OP has  been designed to effectively address social and demographic challenges.  
 
HRDOP contributes to social inclusion by integrating unused social resources and seeks to reinforce 
the social role of the family, as well as strengthens social cohesion. Interventio ns concerning health 
promotion and disease prevention improve infrastructure and the preventive capacity of the health 
care system. Another aim of HRDOP is to improve the quality of public education and in parallel to 
lower the number of early school leave rs. The reform of tertiary education brings about increase in 
the number of people with tertiary qualification and strengthens the rising generation of researchers. 
In the framework on HRDOP interventions the staff of social institutions is also strengthen ed both 
quantitatively and qualitatively.  
 
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
• Regulation (EU) No . 1303/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 
17 December  2013 laying down common provisions on the European Regional 
Development Fund, the European Social Fund, the Cohesion Fund, the European 
Agricultural Fund for Rural Development and the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund 
and laying down general provisions on the European Regional Development Fund, the 
European Soci al Fund, the Cohesion Fund and the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund 
and repealing Council Regulation (EC) No . 1083/2006;  
• Government Decree 272 of 2014 (XI.5.) on the rules of use of supports from some EU 
funds in the programming period 2014 -2020.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
 
The subsidy is in the form of non -repayable and repayable support schemes.  
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  6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Potential beneficiaries are local governments, minority local governments and their institutions and 
associations; bu dgetary organizations; public bodies; judicial organizations; nurseries, public 
educational institutions; tertiary educational institutions; research institutes of the Hungarian 
Academy of Sciences; central content providers; public collections; scientific  publishing houses; 
cultural institutions; health -care, social, child -welfare and child -protection service providers; tertiary 
educational health -care institutions; clinics; sports clubs; ecclesiastical legal entities; non -profit 
business stakeholders, SME 's; social cooperatives.  
 
Non-repayable support may be received through open calls for proposals - and through the selection 
of key projects - for the purposes set in the application calls. Organisations with eligible development 
projects may receive suppo rt for the implementation of the project. The support schemes must be 
in line with the OP aims and the EU state aid rules.  
 
Typically , the subsidy may be 100% of the project's total eligible costs. The average contribution of 
the Hungarian government was a round 15%.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount (the data contains only the contribution of the Hungarian 
government)  
 
The total amount paid was HUF 16,6 billion . 
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
From 2014 to 2023.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N/A. 
 
6.24  Economic Development and Innovation OP (EDIOP)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Economic Development and Innovation Operational Programme 2014 -2020. 
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2019. 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
Overall objectives:  
• the main objective, scope of the programme is the improvement of the competitiveness 
of SMEs and the promotion of their growth ; 
• the second objective of EDIOP is to create jobs through competitive employment ; 
• the programme is based on the assumption that an improving economic environment 
and stabilisation macroeconomic situation will encourage enterprises to develop and 
enhance the q uality of their activities.  
The strategic objectives of the programme are as follows:  
• improvement of the quality and enhancing the scope of operational factors: labour force, 
capital, infrastructure, information, and technological, natural and cultural res ources, 
which are important for companies, should be increased; access ibility of foreign markets 
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  • strengthening of economic cooperation: mitigation of the disadvantages coming from 
low economies of scale through collective activit ies in development, production, market 
access ibility and the support of knowledge transfer.  
• removal of competitiveness barriers: elimination of competitiveness hurdles coming 
from lack in financing, capital, information, or knowledge, or outmoded productio n and 
sales methods.  
The EU regional policy defines 10+1 thematic objectives  for the 2014 -2020 budgeting period, the 
achievement of which must also be supported by the operational programmes of the Member States: 
of those EDIOP supports 7 thematic objectiv es, which cover R&D, ICT, SME, low CO 2 emission 
economy, tourism, employment, training and adult and vocational training.  
EDIOP will draw on two of the structural funds: the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) 
and European Social Fund. In their speci fic regulations, the Funds break down the thematic 
objectives in the further investment priorities.  
 
In order to achieve the above high -level goals, the EDIOP designates eight priority axes covering 
the fields of (1) SMEs, (2) R+D+I, (3) ICT, (4) energy, ( 5) employment and (6) vocational training, 
(7) tourism and (8) the application of financial assets.  
 
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
• Regulation (EU) No . 1303/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 
17 December 2013 laying down co mmon provisions on the European Regional 
Development Fund, the European Social Fund, the Cohesion Fund, the European 
Agricultural Fund for Rural Development and the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund 
and laying down general provisions on the European Reg ional Development Fund, the 
European Social Fund, the Cohesion Fund and the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund 
and repealing Council Regulation (EC) No . 1083/2006;  
• Regulation (EU) No . 1304/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 
17 December 2013 on the European Social Fund and repealing Council Regulation (EC) 
No. 1081/2006;  
• Regulation (EU) No . 1301/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 
17 December 2013 on  the European Regional Development Fund and on specific 
provisions concerning the Investment for growth and jobs goal and repealing Regulation 
(EC) No . 1080/2006;  
• Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) No . 215/2014 of 7 March 2014 laying down 
rules for im plementing Regulation (EU) No . 1303/2013 of the European Parliament and 
of the Council laying down common provisions on the European Regional Development 
Fund, the European Social Fund, the Cohesion Fund, the European Agricultural Fund for 
Rural Developmen t and the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund and laying down 
general provisions on the European Regional Development Fund, the European Social 
Fund, the Cohesion Fund and the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund with regard to 
methodologies for climate c hange support, the determination of milestones and targets 
in the performance framework and the nomenclature of categories of intervention for 
the European Structural and Investment Funds;  
• Government Decree 272/2014 (XI.5.) on the procedures of absorption of support from 
the European Funds in the programming period 2014 -2020. The framework for planning 
operational programmes is set out in Government Resolution No. 1600/2012. (XII. 17.) 
according to which the Ministry for National Economy is in charge of the  coordination of 
planning all operational programmes, planning the use of the budgeted funds and 
enforcing the government's development goals. The integrated approach was applied 
also in the course of developing the operational programme, as the programme was 
prepared in the collaboration of several ministries and professional communities. The 
planning of individual priorities in the direct development of the operational programme 
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  of Planning Coordination with the support of the Prime Minister's Office. In order to 
ensure the consistency, a common panel was set up for the responsible experts and 
workgroups of the operational program(s) and the national strategy for smart 
specialization ; 
• In addition, professional planning was supported by the Hungarian Academy of 
Sciences, the National Innovation Office, the Hungarian Association for Innovation, and 
the IFKA Public Benefit Non -Profit Ltd. owned by the Ministry for National Economy.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
 
The subsidy is in the form of repayable and non -repayable subsidy.  
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Public and private enterprises with eligible development projects may receive support for the 
accomplishment of the project.  
 
The support schemes must be in line with the OP aims and the EU state aid rules.  
 
The financial instruments priority contributes to the fulfilment of the specific objectives defined under 
EDIOP Priorities 1 -7, complementing the results of grants:  
enhancing the competitiveness of SMEs (TO3c), strengthening research, technology 
development and innovation (TO1b), supporting the shift towards the low -carbon economy 
(TO4b, c) and, moreover, enhancing access to, use and quality of ICT (TO2a,b) and promoting 
sustainable and quality employment and supporting labour mobility (TO8b). Where grants are 
solely insufficient to support the realization of a project, their combination with financial 
instruments is envisaged.  
 
The highlighted t arget group of EDIOP in accordance with the re -industrialization strategy of the 
Hungarian Government and the European Union is the manufacturing sector also known as 
processing industry:  
The first target group of EDIOP is the processing industry in which 47,676 entrepreneurs 
operate making up of 22,65% of GDP. Out of these 42,850 is supposed to be small or medium 
sized enterprises, making up of 7% of GDP. The number of EDIOP recipients is excepted 
around 22,000, which will be capable of fulfilling developm ents fitting in the EU 2020 strategy. 
In this target group EDIOP does not focus on specific sectors, as specific sectors may change 
during the seven -year implementation period . 
 
The success of the strategy is characterized by the growth of the value added,  the growth of 
employment, the number of new viable companies, but it is also affected by the sector and location 
of the company. Therefore the aims of the subsidies are aligning to the life situation, motivations 
and demands of the life cycles of the comp anies. The circumstances of the growth of value added 
are supported by programs through quality improvements and broadening of operating factors and 
production processes.  
 
The other main part of the strategy is the support of cooperations during research, market 
development, innovation, production and procurement so that the SMEs could offset the 
disadvantages coming from low economies of scale.  
 
Article 3 of Regulation (EU) No . 1301/2013 on the ERDF provides for the eligibility of large 
enterprises for sup port under the EDIOP. Accordingly, production investments of large enterprises 
may be eligible for support only in the case of activities pursued in collaboration with SMEs that have 
direct benefits for the SME sector.  
 
In the framework of the 3rd objectiv e aiming at the development of SMEs, large enterprises can only 
receive limited support, and only if this is more beneficial to the SMEs than support given to them 
directly. These areas concerned are supplier integrators, logistic parks and clusters where the 
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  support cannot be offered at market price by the benefited large enterprise but only at a reduced 
price or sold free of charge.  
 
In case of projects supp orted under the 3rd SME objective, products and services can only be sold 
at market price to large enterprises, as large enterprises should not gain from the effects of these 
projects due to potential market distortion.  
 
By the 2nd objective (R&I) the supp ort conditions of large enterprises are less strict. In this case it 
has to be ensured that the SME's, NGO's and public financed and non -profit research entities 
(research and knowledge dissemination organizations) participate in the projects and gain thei r fair 
share from the results.  
 
In case of the 3rd (ICT) objective it is enough to ensure the participation of SMEs in the 
implementation.  
 
According to Article 2 (10) and (12) of Regulation (EU) No . 1303/2013, no support may be granted 
to private individuals under the European Regional Development Fund and the European Social Fund. 
As the EDIOP is financed by these two funds, households may receive support from this operational 
programme only in case  of financial instruments. Projects related to combating climate change are 
an exemption to this rule due to the high importance of the topic. In order to enhance energy 
efficiency and increase the usage of renewable energy, financial instruments may be co mbined with 
grants.  
 
In terms of improving employability the EDIOP priority 5 provides support for those 
unemployed/inactive people who can be integrated into the labour market in a short term; and 
interventions and other active labour market instruments w hich directly assist the returning of target 
groups, threatened by the loss of their jobs to the primary labour market.  
 
EDIOP focuses on the improvement of employability of job seekers and inactive, and the integration 
into the labour market of young peop le (including the implementation of the Youth Guarantee), the 
improvement of adaptability, and the development of social enterprises working for society. With 
the help of these interventions the chances of inactive and unemployed people to find a job, the 
employment of young people and also a modern employment environment can be developed.  
 
The following EDIOP measure types contribute to the improvement of the labour market situation of 
those living in the underdeveloped areas:  
• info-communication developmen ts: community access points created at places where 
people have no Internet access;  
• employment and training: access to work, digital skills, labour market integration of the 
youth.  
The EDIOP focuses on supporting the training of employees and the training of people with low level 
educational qualifications; on developing labour market competences and digital skills of the 
working -age population of active age, as well as on the development of dual vocational training.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount  (the data contains only the contribution of the Hungarian 
government)  
 
The total amount paid was HUF 15,9 billion . 
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
Based on Article 65(2) of Regulation (EU) No . 1303/2013, costs incurred between 1 January 2014 
and 31 December 2023 are eligible for the purposes of EDIOP.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A. 
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  6.25  Integrated Transport Development OP (ITOP)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Integrated Transport Development Operational Programme . 
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2019. 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The comprehensive objective of transport developments is to improve accessibility with a view to  
the Integrated Transport D evelopment Operational Programme (ITOP) aims Hungary's economic  
growth based on the foundations of sustainable, high added -value production and the expansion of  
employment as targeted in the Partnership Agreement between Hungary and the European  
Commission  for the period between 2014 and 2020. ITOP serves the priorities of the Partnership . 
 
Agreement as follows:  
• the improvement of the competitiveness of economic actors and the enhancement of 
their international participation indirectly, through the developm ent and modernisation 
of the transport infrastructure ; 
• the expansion of employment indirectly, through the availability of extended transport 
options and the enhancement of geographical mobility ; 
• the improvement of energy and resource efficiency directly, through the reinforcement 
of public transport and modes of transport that are more friendly to the environment ; 
• the implementation of local and regional developments promoting economic growth 
indirectly, through the modernisation of regional, urban and suburban transport.  
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
• Regulation (EU) No . 1303/2013 if the European Parliament and of the Council of 
17 December 2013 laying down common provisions on the European Regional 
Development Fund, the European Social Fund, the Cohesion Fund, the European 
Agricultural Fund fo r Rural Development and the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund 
and laying down general provisions on the European Regional Development Fund, the 
European Social Fund, the Cohesion Fund and the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund 
and repealing Council Re gulation (EC) No . 1083/2006;  
• Government Decree 272/2014 (XI.5.) on the procedures of absorption of support from 
the EU Funds in 2014 -2020.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
 
The subsidy is in the form of non -repayable support schemes.  
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Public and private enterprises with eligible development projects may receive support for the 
accomplishment of the project. The support schemes must be in line with the OP aims and the EU 
state aid rules.  
 
Non-repayable support may be receive d through open tender procedures for the purposes set in the 
application calls.  
 
Typically , the subsidy may not be in excess of 100% of the project's total eligible costs.  
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  7. Subsidy per u nit or the total amount (the data contains only the contribution of the Hungarian 
government)  
 
Grant paid from national budget: HUF 32,4 billion.  
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
These grant schemes may not be paid after 31 December 2023 . 
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A. 
 
6.26  Environment and Energy Efficiency OP (EEEOP)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Environment and Energ y Efficiency Operational Programme (EEEOP) . 
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2019. 
 
3. Policy objective and / or purpose of the subsidy  
 
In line with the EU's 2020 Strategy and the UN's Millennium Development Goals, EEEOP contributes 
to sustainable economic growth, primarily by strengthening the environmental dimension of 
sustainability.  
 
EEEOP has 5 priority axes:  
• adaptation to climate change impacts ; 
• development of wastewater disposal and cleaning, wastewater management ; 
• waste management and environmental remediation related developments ; 
• nature protection and wildlife protection related developments ; 
• enhancing energy efficiency, use of renewing energy sources . 
4. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under which 
it is granted) . 
 
• Regulation (EU) No . 1303/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 
17 December 2013 laying down common provisions on the European Regional 
Development Fund, the European Social Fund, the Cohesion Fund, the European 
Agricultural Fund for Rural Development and the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund 
and laying down general provisions on the European Regional Development F und, the 
European Social Fund, the Cohesion Fund and the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund 
and repealing Council Regulation (EC) No . 1083/2006 ; 
• Government Decree 272/2014. (XI. 5.) on the Rules of the Use of Funds from Certain 
European Union Funds in th e 2014 -2020 Programming Period.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
 
The subsidy is granted from non -repayable support schemes.  
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Mainly public, but also private institutions and enterprises with eligible development projects may 
receive support for the accomplishment of the project. The support schemes must be in line with 
the OP aims and the EU state aid rules.  
 
Non-repayable support may be received through open tender procedures.  G/SCM/N/372/EU/Add.13  
 
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  The average subsidy is around 50% of the tota l eligible costs.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount  
 
Grant paid from national budget: HUF 16,7 billion.  
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
Grant schemes are available for the 2014 -2020 period but may not be applied after the year 2023.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A. 
 
6.27  Public Administration and Public Service Development OP (PASOP)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Public Administration and Public Service Development Operational P rogramme . 
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2019. 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
Stimulating the economy has a key role in achieving Hungary's competitive advantage in the region. 
PADOP aims to contribute to that by reducing admi nistrative burdens and increasing service level.  
 
In accordance with the above objectives Priority 1 of PADOP focuses on reducing the administrative 
burdens, Priority 2 of PADOP supports strengthening service centricity and ethical behaviour in public 
services. 
 
Developments take place in a complex framework: the optimization, simplification and digitalization 
of processes and organizations and the competence development of public service professionals, 
development of service level a measurement system will be elaborated ensuring for the examination 
of administrative burdens and thereby the reduction of administrative burdens will be measured at 
the end of the developments.  
 
The Priority 3 of PADOP is responsible for Technical assistance linked to  the implementation of the 
operational programmes funded by the ESF, ERDF and CF in the 2014 -2020 the programming period.  
 
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
• Regulation (EU) No . 1303/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 
17 Decemb er 2013 laying down common provisions on the European Regional 
Development Fund, the European Social Fund, the Cohesion Fund, the European 
Agricultural Fund for Rural Development and the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund 
and laying down general provisio ns on the European Regional Development Fund, the 
European Social Fund, the Cohesion Fund and the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund 
and repealing Council Regulation (EC) No . 1083/2006;  
• Government Decree 272/2014 (XI.5.) on the procedures of absorption o f support from 
the European Union funds.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
 
The subsidy is in the form of non -repayable support schemes.  
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  6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Budgetary organs; State -owned companies (according to the definition of beneficiaries  in the CPR); 
Government offices; Budgetary agencies; National University of Public Service; National Protective 
Service, Law enforcement agencies, Municipalities  (limited) Government agencies appointed for the 
development and operation of the IPSI system,  Academic and higher education institutions; 
Government agencies, Prime Minister's Office, Managing Authorities; Certifying Authority; 
Intermediate bodies, Other relevant actors of the implementation system.  
 
Non-repayable support may be typically received  through priority projects for the purposes set in 
the application calls.  
 
Typically , the subsidy may not be in excess of 100% of the project's total eligible costs. The average 
contribution of the Hungarian government was around 15%.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount (the data contains only the contribution of the Hungarian 
government)  
 
The total amount paid was HUF 6,1 billion . 
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
From 1 January 2014 to 31 December 2023 . 
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A. 
 
6.28  Supporting the Deprived OP (SDOP)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Supporting the Deprived Operational Programme . 
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2019. 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpos e of the subsidy  
 
The SDOP is directed in Hungary at the use of the Fund for European Aid to the Most Deprived. The 
Fund is intended to mitigate the lack of proper meals and basic consumer goods, complemented 
with accompanying measures for reducing poverty . From among the two options provided in the EU 
Regulation on the Fund, the SDOP was set up according to the version with target -oriented benefits 
in kind and minimal accompanying services.  
The SDOP covers three types of activities: the supply of proper meals; the purchase of basic 
consumer goods promoting social inclusion; and, secondarily, the provision of auxiliary services, as 
a non -stand -alone element.  
 
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
• Regulation (EU) No . 223/2014 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 
11 March  2014 on the Fund for European Aid to the Most Deprived;  
• Government Decree 272 of 2014 (XI.5.) on the rules of use of supports from some EU 
funds in the programming period 2014 -2020.  G/SCM/N/372/EU/Add.13  
 
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  5. Form of the subsidy  
 
The subsidy is in the form of non -repayable support schemes.  
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
The support is distributed to the deprived through beneficiaries of key projects, a state organization 
and a public foundation. The projects are in line with the OP aims and the EU state aid rules.  
 
The subsidy is 100% of the project's total eligible costs. The average contribution of the Hungarian 
government is 15%.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount (the data contains only the contribution of the Hungarian 
government)  
 
The total amount paid was HUF 47,9 million . 
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
From 2014 to 2023.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N/A. 
 
6.29  Territorial and Settlement Development OP (TOP)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Territorial and Settlement Development Operational Programme . 
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2019. 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
Regiona l, decentralised economic development and an increase in employment, opening possibilities 
for the population to find work locally are the primary objectives of the TOP. All priorities and 
measures of the operational programme contribute to that objective directly or indirectly.  
 
The TOP allocates resources primarily to the development actions of local governments by supporting 
their economic development actions and town and urban development activities related to them.  
 
Intervention fields relating to the two main strategic objectives:  
• putting in place local conditions in order to stimulate the economy and increase 
employment ; 
• enterprise friendly and population preserving development of municipalities, putting in 
place local conditions required for improving the quality of life and social cohesion . 
The implementation of the TOP is based on the county regional development concepts and regional 
development programmes (strategy and operational programmes) developed by the county 
governments for the 2014 -2020 planning period - in the case of cities with county rights the 
integrated urban development strategies and in line with these and building on these the integrated 
territorial programmes that correspond with the development priorities of the TOP.  
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  4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
• Government Decree 1702/2014. (XII. 3.);  
• Government Decree 272/2014. (XI. 5.) on the utilisation of assistance from EU funds 
during the 2014 -2020 programming period;  
• Regulation (EU) No . 1303/2013 of the European Par liament and of the Council laying 
down common provisions on the European Regional Development Fund, the European 
Social Fund, the Cohesion Fund, the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development 
and the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund and laying do wn general provisions on 
the European Regional Development Fund, the European Social Fund, the Cohesion 
Fund and the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund and repealing Council Regulation 
(EC) No . 1083/2006;  
5. Form of the subsidy  
 
The subsidy is in the for m of non -repayable support schemes.  
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Non-repayable support may be received through open tender procedures for the purposes set in the 
application calls.  
 
According to which the beneficiaries of the TOP developmen t actions are primarily local governments, 
the size of development actions, according to which the TOP finances primarily regional and local 
development actions and the regional integration of development actions, according to which the 
implementation of t he TOP actions is territorially coordinated.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount (the data contains only the contribution of the Hungarian 
government) in 2019  
 
The total amount paid was HUF 18,3 billion . 
 
8.  Duration of the subsidy  
 
These grant schemes may not be applied after the year 2023.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A. 
 
6.30  -Competitive Central Hungary OP (CCHOP)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Competitive Central Hungary Operationa l Programme . 
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2019. 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The Competitive Central Hungary Operational Programme (CCHOP) includes the development 
resources of the Structural Funds (European Regional Development Fund and European Social Fund) 
to be used in the CHR and, within the individual sectoral operational programmes, the funds 
proportionate to the CHR area allocated to the developments and projects which are to be 
implemented as specifie d in Article 70 Regulation (EU) No. 1303/2013 (Article on operations located 
outside the programme area) and which have an impact at a national level.  G/SCM/N/372/EU/Add.13  
 
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  The CCHOP allocates the available funding aligned with the following three strategic objectives:  
• smart an d sustainable increase of regional economic performance (economy of 
knowledge, innovation, entrepreneurial environment, development of SMEs, tourism 
and support of ICT investments);  
• developing the social environment to help increase employment (institution s providing 
child day -care services, programmes promoting increased employment, developing 
education and training systems);  
• community development projects that promote aspects such as competitiveness and 
social cooperation in order to create a healthier en vironment (enhancing the energy 
efficiency of households and transportation, town rehabilitation development projects, 
promoting social cooperation, improving the operation of public administration and 
public services and environmental protection).  
The key  mission and comprehensive objective of the CCHOP relate to ensuring the development of 
the Central Hungary Region and further improving its competitiveness, whilst simultaneously 
decreasing disparities in development within the region.  
 
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
• Government Decree 272/2014. (XI. 5.) on the utilisation of assistance from EU funds 
during the 2014 -2020 programming period;  
• Government Decree 1707/2014. (XII. 3.);  
• Regulation (EU) No . 1303/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council laying 
down common provisions on the European Regional Development Fund, the European 
Social Fund, the Cohesion Fund, the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development 
and the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund and laying down general prov isions on 
the European Regional Development Fund, the European Social Fund, the Cohesion 
Fund and the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund and repealing Council Regulation 
(EC) No . 1083/2006.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
 
The subsidy is in the form of non -repaya ble support schemes, except that use of financial 
instruments is planned with regard to these measures, which grants refundable equity contribution.  
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Public and private enterprises with eligible development proje cts may receive support for the 
accomplishment of the project. Refundable subsidy is only eligible for the private sector. The support 
schemes must be in line with the OP aims and the EU state aid rules.  
 
Non-repayable support may be received through open tender procedures for the purposes set in the 
application calls.  
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount  
 
The total amount paid was HUF 13,3 billion . 
 
8.  Duration of the subsidy  
 
These grant schemes may not be applied after the year 2023.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A. 
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  HUNGARY 2020  
1  CORPORATE TAX CONCESSIONS TO ASSIST STRUCTURAL ADJUSTMENT AND ECONOMIC 
DEVELOPMENT  
1.1  Tax Concession Related to Development Projects  
1. Title of the subs idy programme  
 
Tax relief for projects of small and medium enterprises.  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2020.  
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The objective of this scheme is to promote investment activities of small and medium enterprises.  
 
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
The tax relief is provided for by Section 7, paragraph (1) subparagraph zs) of Act LXXXI of 1996 on 
the Corporate Tax and Dividend Tax.  
 
5. Form of the subsidy  
This subsidy is in the form of  deduction from the corporate tax base.  
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Investing small and medium enterprises, provided all of their members were private natural persons 
in the tax year.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount  
 
The deduction  from the corporate tax base is equal to the total amount of the project costs but may 
not be higher than the pre -tax profit.  
 
The amount of tax benefit is not yet available.  
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
This tax relief was introduced in 2001. No explicit time limit is attached to this subsidy.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A. 
1.2  Accelerated Depreciation for Small and Medium -sized Enterprises  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Accelerated depreciation for small and medium -sized enterprises.  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2020.  
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The objective of this scheme is to promote investment activities in any free enterprise zone.  
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  4. Backgro und and authority for the subsidy  
 
This tax relief has been provided for by Annex 1, point 14 of Act LXXXI of 1996 on the Corporate 
Tax and Dividend Tax.  
 
5. Form of the subsidy  
 
This subsidy is in the form of deduction from the corporate tax base.  
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Small and medium -sized enterprises making investments in any free enterprise zone.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount  
 
Small and medium -sized enterprises may claim 100% tax depreciation on the value of machinery, 
equipment and vehicles (except passenger cars), which have never been used previously, if these 
tangible assets are used in any free enterprise zone.  
 
The amount of tax benefit is not yet available.  
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
This tax relief was introduced on 10 May 2005. No explicit time limit is attached to this subsidy.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
N.A. 
 
2  RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGICAL INNOVATION FUND 2020  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
National Research, Development and Innovation Fund (hereinafter: NRDI Fund). Two separate 
sub-funds have been established. The Research Sub -fund and the Innovation Sub -fund are 
supervised by the National Science Policy Council, and set in the National Research, Development 
and Innovation Office's 2020 Programme Strategy.  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2020.  
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The RDI law (Act LXXVI of 2014) created a unified NRDI Fund to provide state support for research, 
development and innovation, and can be used solely for this purpose. According to the Law on Public 
Finance the NRDI Fund is a separate state fund and is int ended to improve the competitiveness and 
innovation performance of the Hungarian economy. Its main objectives are the following:  
- to increase and concentrate the innovation activities of enterprises with the emphasis 
on utilisation of innovative, marketab le and competitive products ; 
- to increase academia -industry cooperation by improving the conditions of the 
ecosystem of research, development and innovation, and boost knowledge transfer ; 
- to support the development of regional innovation ecosystems cent red around 
universities ; 
- to support thematic research projects implemented by individual researchers/research 
groups, financed under the Thematic Excellence Programme (TKP) 2020, a single, 
integrated funding scheme financed from the NRDI Fund ; G/SCM/N/372/EU/Add.13  
 
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  - to suppo rt the development of research infrastructures ; 
- to foster international cooperation ; 
- to support R&D projects having the objective to cope with the situation in the wake of 
the COVID -19 pandemic.  
• the Research Sub -fund supports excellence -based programme s, and fosters fundamental 
research and institutional programmes tackling societal challenges ; 
• the Innovation Sub -fund supports business innovation and practical usability 
(commercialisation).  
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
- Act 2014/LXXVI o n scientific research, development and innovation (hereinafter: Act)  
- Govt. decree No. 80/2014. (XII. 31.) on the Rules of Operation and Utilisation of the 
National Research, Development and Innovation Fund.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
 
Grant.  
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Public and private research organisations, large companies, small and medium -sized enterprises, 
non-profit organisations and natural persons may receive subsidy. Joint projects conducted by 
companies in consortia with other app licants may also receive subsidy.  
 
Support from the NRDI Fund may be received through open tender procedures for the purposes 
specified in the Act.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount  
 
Payments under this programme amounted to HUF 152.99 billion  in 2020.  
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
No explicit time limit is attached to the programme.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N. A. 
 
3  IRINYI PLAN  – THE DIRECTIONS OF INNOVATIVE INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT IN 
HUNGARY – 2020  
 
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
  
Irinyi Plan for the Development of Hungarian industry (hereinafter: Irinyi Plan).  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2020.  
 
3. Policy objecti ve and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The Government seeks to use a complex set of tools to assist re -industrialisation and the 
development of the Hungarian industry. The Hungarian Government adopted the Irinyi Plan in 2016. G/SCM/N/372/EU/Add.13  
 
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  The Irinyi Plan focuses on the deve lopment and marketing of high value -added products that can 
compete on international markets.  
 
The programme aims to support projects that contributes to the growth of key manufacturing sectors 
in Hungary (vehicle manufacturing, special machinery and vehicle manufacturing, food industry, 
health economy, green economy, ICT sector)  
 
The programme lays down the five pillars along which the development of Hungary's manufacturing 
industry can be ensured during the next period:  
• development of new, innovative , high Hungarian value -added products ; 
• use of new technologies, digital technologies ; 
• striving to resolve territorial inequalities ; 
• utilisation of domestic resources (high value -added domestic processing of domestic 
raw materials) ; 
• encouraging energy and m aterial efficiency, as well as wise and economical land use 
based on landscape conditions - the use of renewable energy and the use of energy 
efficiency equipment ( e.g. building services).  
The following activities are eligible under Irinyi Plan programme:  
a) the extension of the capacity of an existing establishment ; 
b) the setting -up of a new establishment ; 
c) the diversification of the output of an establishment ; 
d) a fundamental change in the overall production process of an existing establishment ; 
e) the launch of a n ew product on the domestic market ; 
f) research and development projects ; 
g) the protection of industrial property rights related to points f) and h) ; 
h) the implementation of the innovation partnership procedure according to Act CXLIII of 
2015 on Public Procurement ; 
a. energy efficiency investments related to points (a) to (e) ; 
i) investment in the use of energy from renewable sources related to points (a) to (e).  
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
- Act CXCV of 2011 on Public Finances ; 
- Government Decree No. 368/2011 on the implementation of the Act on Public Finances ; 
- Act LXXVI of 2014 on Scientific Research, Development and Innovation ; 
- Act C of 2000 on Accounting ; 
- Act CXLIII of 2015 on Public Procurement ; 
- Decree of the Minister for Innovation and Technology 14 of 2019 on the management 
and utilisation of chapter -managed appropriations and centrally managed 
appropriations ; G/SCM/N/372/EU/Add.13  
 
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  - Commission Regulation (EU) No . 1407/2013  of 18 December 2013 on the application 
Articles 107 and 108 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union to de  
minimis aid ; 
- Commission Regulation (EU) No . 651/2014  of 17 June 2014 on declaring certain 
categories of aid compatible with the internal market in the Application of Articles 107 
and 108 of the Treaty . 
5. Form of the subsidy  
 
Non-repayable subsidy.  
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Micro, small and medium -sized enterprises may receive subsidy that belong to a sector identified as 
a priority sector in the Iri nyi Plan or their project is in accordance with the objectives of the Irinyi 
Plan. 
 
Call for proposals was launched in 2020 by a state -owned non -profit company (IFKA Public Benefit 
Non-Profit Ltd.). Grants may be awarded to beneficiaries who submit their a pplication under the 
terms of calls for proposals. The financial source of subsidies is provided by the Ministry for 
Innovation and Technology, the grant procedure is managed by a state -owned non -profit company 
(IFKA  Public Benefit Non -Profit Ltd.)  
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount  
 
Payments under this programme amounted to HUF 2.5 billion  in 2020.  
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
No explicit time limit is attached to the programme.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N. A. 
 
4  SUBSIDY FOR JOB -CREATION  
In 2020 no subsidy was provided within this scheme.  
 
5  SUBSIDY FOR WORKERS' HOSTELS  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Subsidy for workers' hostels . 
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2020.  
 
3. Policy o bjective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
Promoting employee mobility by creating new workers hostels.  
 
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
The subsidy is provided according to Government Decree 23/2017. (II. 3.) on subsidies for 
constructing worker s' hostels supporting employee mobility.  
 
5. Form of the subsidy  
 
Partially or wholly non -reimbursable subsidy.  G/SCM/N/372/EU/Add.13  
 
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  6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Local governments (municipalities) and their associations, as well as companies with at least three 
completed financial years and less than 12,000 employees are eligible for the subsidy, which may 
be provided for the construction of new workers' hostels or for the renovation of building according 
to that purpose. At least 20% of the expenditure of investment shall be financed from own source.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount  
 
The intensity of the subsidy shall be in accordance with relevant EU regulation.  
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
No explicit time limit is attached to this program.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
In 2020, more than 5 billion HUF was provided for two municipalities and 13 companies, creating 
16 workers' hostels to accommodate a total of 2045 workers.  
 
6  SUPP ORT SCHEME FOR INVESTMENTS OF LARGE ENTERPRISES  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Support Scheme for Investments of Large Enterprises  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2019-2020.  
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The objective of the programme is to provide funds for the large and medium -sized enterprises that 
contribute significantly to the growth and modernization of the Hungarian economy. The programme 
promote s reindustrialization in order to have state -of-the-art industrial production structure capable 
of creating more added value, and the programme also enhance job creation and nominal wage 
increases in the supported sectors.  
 
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
• decree of Ministry of Finance 9/2018. (X. 19 .) on the utilization and management of the 
appropriations under the budget heading of the Ministry of Finance  on the detailed 
conditions of the use of budget appropriations ; 
• commission regulation (EU) No . 651/2014 of 17 June 2014 declaring certain categor ies 
of aid compatible with the internal market in application of Articles 107 and 108 of the 
Treaty ; 
• commission regulation (EU) No . 1407/2013 of 18 December 2013 on the application of 
Articles  107 and 108 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Un ion to de 
minimis aid ; 
• temporary framework for state aid measures to support the economy in the current 
COVID  19 outbreak (Communication from the Commission) . 
5. Form of the subsidy  
 
Grant ( regional investment aid  or de minimis aid or limited amounts of aid , and if the investment 
partly - up to maximum 20% of the total eligible costs - aims development in energy efficiency and/or 
in the use of energy from renewable sources, then investment aid for energy efficiency measures  
and/or  investment aid  for the promotion of energy from renewable sources.)  
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  6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Large and medium -sized enterprises if their investments are carried out in the following sectors: 
Manufacturing (NACE 10 -33) Construction (NACE 41 -43) Wholes ale and retail trade (NACE 46 -47) 
Warehousing and storage (NACE 52.1).  
 
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount  
 
The amount of appropriation for the years of 2019 -2020 was HUF 110 billion.  
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
No explicit time limit is attached to the programme.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A. 
 
7  SUPPORT SCHEME FOR HEALTHCARE INDUSTRY  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Support Scheme for Healthcare Industry . 
 
2. Period covered by t he notification  
 
2020. (This scheme was introduced in 2020.)  
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The objective of the programme is to strengthen the domestic healthcare industry in order to be 
able to provide healthcare even in the event of  a disruption of global supply chains in the next 
epidemic. In order to achieve this, it is necessary to support the investments, research and 
experimental development activities of enterprises that significantly contribute to the strengthening 
of the heal th industry, the realization of pharmaceutical and medical device production within the 
borders, the increase in the number of domestic production sites and the expansion of their 
capacities.  
 
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
• Decree of Ministry  of Finance 9/2018. (X. 19.) on the utilization and management of the 
appropriations under the budget heading of the Ministry of Finance  on the detailed 
conditions of the use of budget appropriations ; 
• Commission regulation (EU) No . 651/2014 of 17 June 2014  declaring certain categories of 
aid compatible with the internal market in application of Articles 107 and 108 of the Treaty ; 
• Commission regulation (EU) No . 1407/2013 of 18 December 2013 on the application of 
Articles  107 and 108 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union to de minimis 
aid; 
• Temporary framework for state aid measures to support the economy in the current 
COVID -19 outbreak (Communic ation from the Commission) . 
5. Form of the subsidy  
 
Grant ( limited amounts of aid/aid for COVID -19 relevant research and development/investment aid 
for the production of COVID -19 relevant products/regional investment aid/ aid for research and 
development pr ojects/de minimis aid.)  
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  6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
The measure is open to all sectors, for enterprises that are able to engage in COVID -19 relevant 
research and development or production COVID -19 relevant products, irrespective of their s ector of 
activity.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount  
 
The amount of appropriation for the year of 2020 was HUF 50,3 billion.  
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
2020-2021.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A. 
 
8  CO-FINANCED SUBSIDY PROGRAMMES 2020  
8.1  Economic Development Operational Programme (EDOP)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Economic Development Operational Programme . 
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2020.  
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
Overall objectives:  
 
The main objective of the programme is to encourage the permanent growth of the Hungarian  
economy, by strengthening the competitiveness of the production sector and the permanent growth 
factors.  
 
To create a base for the growth of the Hungarian economy, the following four specific objectives  
have been defined:  
• increase R & D and innovation capacity, activity, as well as cooperation;  
• complex development of corporate capacities;  
• development of t he business environment;  
• facilitate SMEs' access to financing resources.  
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
• Council Regulation (EC) No . 1083/2006 of 11 July 2006 laying down general provisions 
on the European Regional Development Fund, the Euro pean Social Fund and the 
Cohesion Fund and repealing Regulation (EC) No . 1260/1999;  
• Government Decree 4/2011 (I.28.) on the procedures of absorption of support from the 
ERDF, the ESF and the CF;  
• Government Decree 547/2013 (XII. 30.) on the single operational manual.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
 
The subsidy is in the form of repayable and non -repayable subsidy. Repayable subsidies are granted 
from credit, guarantee and venture capital SME programmes.  G/SCM/N/372/EU/Add.13  
 
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  6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Public and  private enterprises with eligible development projects may receive support for the 
accomplishment of the project. The support schemes must be in line with the OP aims and the EU 
state aid rules.  
 
Non-repayable support may be received through open tender p rocedures.  
 
Majority of repayable schemes are provided through financial intermediate bodies.  
 
The typical subsidy may not be in excess of 44% of the total eligible costs. The average contribution 
of the Hungarian government was around 6%.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount (the data contains only the contribution of the Hungarian 
government)  
 
The total amount paid was HUF 0,0 billion.  
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
These grant schemes may not be applied after the year 2015.  
 
9. Statistical data permitti ng an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A. 
 
8.2  Environment and Energy Operational Programme (EEOP)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Environment and Energy Operational Programme  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2020.  
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The developments identified in the Environment and Energy Operational Programme are intended 
to mitigate our country's environmental problems, thus improving the quality of life of our society 
and promoting t he adaptation of the economy to the environmental processes.  
 
• creation and maintenance of an environment suitable for living in ; 
• protection and conservation of our assets ; 
• prevention, economy, energy efficiency . 
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
• Council Regulation (EC) No . 1083/2006 of 11 July 2006 laying down general provisions 
on the European Regional Development Fund, the European Social Fund and the 
Cohesion Fund and repealing Regulation (EC) No . 1260/1999;  
• Government Decree 4/2011 (I .28.) on the procedures of absorption of support from the 
ERDF, the ESF and the CF;  
• Government Decree 547/2013 (XII. 30.) on the single operational manual.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
 
The subsidy is granted from non -repayable support schemes.  
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  6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Public and private institutions and enterprises with eligible development projects may receive 
support for the accomplishment of the project. The support schemes must be in line with the OP 
aims and the EU state aid rules.  
 
Non-repayable support may be received through open tender procedures.  
 
The typical subsidy may not be in excess of 56% of the total eligible costs.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount (the data contains only the contribution of the Hungarian 
governme nt) 
 
Grant paid from national budget: HUF 0,96 million . 
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
These grant schemes may not be applied after the year 2015.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A. 
 
8.3  Social  Renewal Operational Programme ( SROP)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Social Renewal Operational Programme . 
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2020.  
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The overall objective of the Social Renewal Ope rational Programme is to increase labour market 
participation. The Social Renewal Operational Programme contributes to the achievement of the 
expansion of employment and the promotion of permanent growth (the overall objectives of the 
NHDP) primarily throu gh the development of human resources and by measures aimed at the supply 
side of the labour market. The possibilities inherent in available labour supply cannot be exploited 
unless job -seeking increases, labour market and social discrimination decreases, the harmony 
between qualifications, skills sought and supplied improve, and the proportion of healthy labour 
force grows owing to the development of health culture. The road to enhanced employment leads 
through increasing activity.  
 
Therefore, the above de scribed objective is to be achieved with the improvement of the quality of 
the human resources primarily with the help of employment, education and training, the social field, 
health care, culture and general education, and anti -discrimination instruments.  
 
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
• Council Regulation (EC) No . 1083/2006 of 11 July 2006 laying down general provisions 
on the European Regional Development Fund, the European Social Fund and the 
Cohesion Fund and repealing Regulation (EC) No . 1260/1999;  
• Government Decree 4/2011 (I.28.) on the procedures of absorption of support from the 
ERDF, the ESF and the CF;  
• Government Decree 547/2013 (XII. 30.) on the single operational manual.  G/SCM/N/372/EU/Add.13  
 
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  5. Form of the subsidy  
 
The subsidy is in the form of non-repayable support schemes.  
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Public and private enterprises with eligible development projects may receive support for the 
accomplishment of the project. The support schemes must be in line with the OP aims and the EU 
state aid rules.  
 
Non-repayable support may be received through open tender procedures - and through the selection 
of key projects - for the purposes set in the application calls.  
 
Typically , the subsidy may not be in excess of 97% of the p roject's total eligible costs. The average 
contribution of the Hungarian government was around 15%.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount (the data contains only the contribution of the Hungarian 
government)  
 
The total amount paid was HUF 0,04 million.  
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
These grant schemes may not be applied after the year 2015.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A. 
 
8.4  Social Infrastructure Operational Programme ( SIOP)  
1. Title of the subsid y programme  
 
Social Infrastructure Operational Programme . 
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2020.  
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
For the success of the interventions supporting the enhancement of labour market participation and 
the substantial improvement of the quality of human resources, it is necessary to perform 
coordinated development activities and the comprehensive reform  of public services in the field of 
education, health care, employment and social services. This is the only way to ensure that the 
systems of public services operate in an efficient and sustainable manner on the one hand, and 
provide equal opportunities to al l for accessing quality services, on the other. The substantial 
elements of the reform will be supported partly by the Social Renewal OP, and for the success of the 
implementation of these interventions and for reaching the best results, it is inevitable t o ensure the 
physical infrastructural background linked to them.  
 
The SIOP, therefore, contributes to the achievement of the objectives of the New Hungary 
Development Plan through the modernisation and development of  
• the infrastructure of the education and  training system, including non -formal and informal 
learning ; 
• the health care system ; 
• the institutional system of employment and social services.  G/SCM/N/372/EU/Add.13  
 
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  4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
• Council Regulation (EC) No . 1083/2006 of 11 July 2006 laying dow n general provisions 
on the European Regional Development Fund, the European Social Fund and the 
Cohesion Fund and repealing Regulation (EC) No . 1260/1999;  
• Government Decree 4/2011 (I.28.) on the procedures of absorption of support from the 
ERDF, the ESF and the CF;  
• Government Decree 547/2013 (XII. 30.) on the single operational manual.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
 
The subsidy is in the form of non -repayable support schemes.  
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Public and private enterprises with eligible development projects may receive support for the 
accomplishment of the project. The support schemes must be in line with the OP aims and the EU 
state aid rules.  
 
Non-repayable support may be received through open tender procedures - and through th e selection 
of key projects - for the purposes set in the application calls.  
 
Typically , the subsidy may not be in excess of 93% of the project's total eligible costs. The average 
contribution of the Hungarian government was around 14%.  
 
7. Subsidy per uni t or the total amount (the data contains only the contribution of the Hungarian 
government)  
 
The total amount paid was HUF 0,0 billion.  
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
These grant schemes may not be applied after the year 2015.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting  an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A. 
 
8.5  Transport Operational Programme ( TOP)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Transport Operational Programme . 
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2020.  
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The comprehensive objective of transport developments is to improve accessibility with a view to 
increasing global and regional competitiveness and strengthening socio -economic and territorial 
cohesion . It is intended to improve the  alternative  accessibility of regions and the accessibility of 
economic and business centres by enabling  the linking of the various modes of transport.  
 
In the field of transport development , the following priority axes have been determined that serve 
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  • improving the international road accessibility of the country and the regional centres. This 
priority involves the development, modernisation of the trans -European road transport 
corridors (TEN -T); 
• improving the international railway and waterway accessibility of the country and the 
regional centres The aim of this priority is to develop the Hungarian railway lines that 
constitute part of the trans -European railway network (TEN) ; 
• improving regional accessibility This priority targets the d evelopment of the main road 
network (1 -, 2- and 3 -digit roads) improving the accessibility within the region ; 
• linking the modes of transport and improving the intermodality and the transport 
infrastructure of the economic centres ; 
• improving urban and subur ban public transport.  
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
• Council Regulation (EC) No . 1083/2006 of 11 July 2006 laying down general provisions on 
the European Regional Development Fund, the European Social Fund and the Cohesion 
Fund and repealing Regulation (EC) No . 1260/1999;  
• Government Decree 4/2011 (I.28.) on the procedures of absorption of support from the 
ERDF, the ESF and the CF;  
• Government Decree 547/2013 (XII. 30.) on the single operational manual . 
5. Form of the subsidy  
 
The subsidy is in the form of non -repayable support schemes.  
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Public and private enterprises with eligible development projects may receive support for the 
accomplishment of the project. The support schemes must be in line with th e OP aims and the EU 
state aid rules.  
 
Non-repayable support may be received through open tender procedures for the purposes set in the 
application calls.  
 
Typically , the subsidy may not be in excess of  99% of the project's total eligible costs. The average 
contribution of the Hungarian government was around 15%.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount (the data contains only the contribution of the Hungarian 
government)  
 
The total amount paid was HUF 3 ,5 billion.  
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
These grant schemes may not be applied after the year 2015.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A. 
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  8.6  Electronic Public Administration Operational Programme ( EPAOP ) 
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Electronic Public Administration Operational Programme . 
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2020.  
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The overall strategic objective of the operational programme is to improve efficiency in public 
administration. By the reorganisation and simplification of the government processes and their 
subsequent support by means of info -communication we intend to ma ke the operation of the state 
more efficient, and provide the same amount of services with the use of less resource. The 
operational programme includes the modernisation of the procedures, processes and services of 
public administration and the judiciary s ystem with the use of info -communication technology, as 
well as the interventions aimed at the identification of the clients as a common element of all public 
services provided by info -communication devices.  
 
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
• Council Regulation (EC) No . 1083/2006 of 11 July 2006 laying down general provisions 
on the European Regional Development Fund, the European Social Fund and the 
Cohesion Fund and repealing Regulation (EC) No . 1260/1999;  
• Government Decree 4/2011 (I.28.) on the procedures of absorption of support from the 
ERDF, the ESF and the CF;  
• Government Decree 547/2013 (XII. 30.) on the single operational manual.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
 
The subsidy is in the form of non -repayable support schemes.  
 
6. To whom and how the  subsidy is provided  
 
Central administrative bodies; Territorial bodies of the central administrative bodies; Local 
governments; Municipalities; Micro -regional associations; Other administrative bodies, Companies 
in state ownership; NGOs fulfilling the tas ks of the state; Courts, Prosecution and Defence public 
bodies with eligible development projects may receive support for the accomplishment of the project. 
The support schemes must be in line with the OP aims and the EU state aid rules.  
 
Non-repayable sup port may be received through open tender procedures for the purposes set in the 
application calls.  
 
Typically , the subsidy may not be in excess of 100% of the project's total eligible costs. The average 
contribution of the Hungarian government was around 1 5%. 
 
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount (the data contains only the contribution of the Hungarian 
government)  
 
The total amount paid was HUF 0,0 billion.  
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
These grant schemes may not be applied after the year 2015.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A. G/SCM/N/372/EU/Add.13  
 
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  8.7  South Great Plain Operational Programme (SGPOP)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
South Great Plain Operational Programme . 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2020. 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The overall objective for the South Great Plain Region is to ensure sustainable growth and increased 
employment as well as to redress regional imbalances. Based on comparative territorial advantages, 
the specific objectives of the development programme are the following:  
• improving and increasing the competitiveness of the regional economy, promotion of 
change in economic structure based on innovation ; 
• improvement of municipal and environmental conditions which determine living 
conditions for the population, in order to boos t regional cohesion.  
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
• Council Regulation (EC) No . 1083/2006 of 11 July 2006 laying down general provisions 
on the European Regional Development Fund, the European Social Fund and the 
Cohesion Fund and repealing Regulation (EC) No . 1260/1999;  
• Government Decree 4/2011 (I.28.) on the procedures of absorption of support from the 
ERDF, the ESF and the CF;  
• Government Decree 547/2013 (XII. 30.) on the single operational manual.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
 
The subsidy is i n the form of non -repayable support schemes, except for the "Regional Capital 
Investment Fund Programme", which grants refundable equity contribution.  
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Public and private enterprises with eligible development pro jects may receive support for the 
accomplishment of the project. Refundable subsidy is only eligible for the private sector. The support 
schemes must be in line with the OP aims and the EU state aid rules. Support may be received 
through open tender proced ures for the purposes set in the application calls.  
 
The typical subsidy may not be in excess of 57% of the total eligible costs. The average contribution 
of the Hungarian government was around 11%.  
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount (the data contains only the contribution of the Hungarian 
government)  
 
The total amount paid was HUF 0,0 billion.  
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
These grant schemes may not be applied after the year 2015.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A. 
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  8.8  South  Transdanubia Operational Programme (STDOP)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
South Transdanubia Operational Programme . 
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2020.  
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The overall long -term objective of th e South Transdanubia Operational Programme (until 2020) is 
the South Transdanubia region's convergence to the country's more developed areas. Accordingly, 
the strategic objective of this programme (until 2013) is to stop the South Transdanubia region's 
falling behind, in other words to keep the region on the nation's growth path for the sake of a 
convergence process to be launched subsequently. Three specific objectives were determined for 
the sake of accomplishing the strategic objective:  
• protection of the  natural and built environment in the region ; 
• competitive economy based on local characteristics ; 
• to stop the increase of social differences within the region . 
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
• Council Regulation (EC) No . 1083/2006 of 11 July 2006 laying down general provisions on 
the European Regional Development Fund, the European Social Fund and the Cohesion 
Fund and repealing Regulation (EC) No . 1260/1999;  
• Government Decree 4/2011 (I.28.) on the procedures of absorptio n of support from the 
ERDF, the ESF and the CF;  
• Government Decree 547/2013 (XII. 30.) on the single operational manual.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
 
The subsidy is in the form of non -repayable support schemes, except for the "Regional Capital 
Investment Fund Pr ogramme", which grants refundable equity contribution.  
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Public and private enterprises with eligible development projects may receive support for the 
accomplishment of the project. Refundable subsidy is only elig ible for the private sector. The support 
schemes must be in line with the OP aims and the EU state aid rules.  
 
Support may be received through open tender procedures for the purposes set in the application 
calls. 
 
The typical subsidy may not be in excess o f 57% of the total eligible costs. The average contribution 
of the Hungarian government was around 6%.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount (the data contains only the contribution of the Hungarian 
government)  
 
The total amount paid was HUF 0,0 billion . 
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
These grant schemes may not be applied after the year 2015.  
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  9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A. 
 
8.9  North  Great Plain Operational Programme (NGPOP)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
North Great Plain Operational Programme . 
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2020.  
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The NOGPOP sets the following long -term overall objective : 
 
Based on the natural and social heritage and the characteristics of the settlement network of the 
North Great Plain Region, to strengthen regional competitiveness and redress territorial imbalances 
within the region.  
 
Accordingly, the strategic objective of this programme is preventing the North Great Plain Region 
from falling behind; i.e. keeping the region on a national growth trajectory in order that a process 
of convergence may later begin.  
 
In order for the strategic objective to b e achieved, three specific objectives have been set:  
• strengthening the region's SME sector ; 
• improving the income generating ability of tourism ; 
• improving the population's mobility ; 
• developing the region's human resources ; 
• improving the environmental status of the built and natural environment ; 
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
• Council Regulation (EC) No . 1083/2006 of 11 July 2006 laying down general provisions 
on the European Regional Development Fund, the Europe an Social Fund and the 
Cohesion Fund and repealing Regulation (EC) No . 1260/1999;  
• Government Decree 4/2011 (I.28.) on the procedures of absorption of support from the 
ERDF, the ESF and the CF;  
• Government Decree 547/2013 (XII. 30.) on the single operation al manual.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
 
The subsidy is in the form of non -repayable support schemes, except for the "Regional Capital 
Investment Fund Programme", which grants refundable equity contribution.  
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Public an d private enterprises with eligible development projects may receive support for the 
accomplishment of the project. Refundable subsidy is only eligible for the private sector. The support 
schemes must be in line with the OP aims and the EU state aid rules.  
 
Non-repayable support may be received through open tender procedures for the purposes set in the 
application calls.  
 
The typical subsidy may not be in excess of 58% of the total eligible costs. The average contribution 
of the Hungarian government was aro und 12%.  
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  7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount (the data contains only the contribution of the Hungarian 
government)  
 
The total amount paid was HUF 0,0 billion.  
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
These grant schemes may not be applied after the year 2015.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A. 
 
8.10  North Hungary Operational Programme (NHOP)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
North Hungary Operational Programme . 
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2020.  
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The overall objective of the programme is:  
• to improve the economic competitiveness of the region while decreasing territorial and 
social -economic differences within the region ; 
The programme formulates the  following specific objectives for the period 2007 -2013:  
• to improve competitiveness of the economy making use of local resources, cooperation;  
• to enhance social cohesion and to develop an attracting economic and residential 
environment.  
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
• Council Regulation (EC) No . 1083/2006 of 11 July 2006 laying down general provisions 
on the European Regional Development Fund, the European Social Fund and the 
Cohesion Fund and repealing Regulation (EC) No . 1260/ 1999;  
• Government Decree 4/2011 (I.28.) on the procedures of absorption of support from the 
ERDF, the ESF and the CF;  
• Government Decree 547/2013 (XII. 30.) on the single operational manual.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
 
The subsidy is in the form of non-repayable support schemes, except for the "Regional Capital 
Investment Fund Programme", which grants refundable equity contribution.  
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Public and private enterprises with eligible development projects may rece ive support for the 
accomplishment of the project. Refundable subsidy is only eligible for the private sector. The support 
schemes must be in line with the OP aims and the EU state aid rules.  
 
Support may be received through open tender procedures for the purposes set in the application 
calls. 
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  The typical subsidy may not be in excess of 59% of the total eligible costs. The average contribution 
of the Hungarian government was around 13%.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount (the data contains only the c ontribution of the Hungarian 
government)  
 
The total amount paid was HUF 0,0 billion.  
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
These grant schemes may not be applied after the year 2015.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A. 
 
8.11  Central Transdanubia Operational Programme (CTDOP)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Central Transdanubia Operational Programme . 
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2020.  
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
An over all objective of CETOP is to ensure that, making an efficient use of socio -economic innovation 
and relying on on -going revival efforts, the Central Transdanubia Region maintains its outstanding 
economic position and revenue -generation ability among Hungari an regions.  
 
Achievement of this overall objective is promoted by specific development goals as follows:  
• create an innovative and competitive economic environment ; 
• improve the tourist potential of the region ; 
• sustainable development of the settlement network in the region ; 
• amplify regional cohesion through investments in environment, and transport 
infrastructure ; 
• establish efficient and renewable human infrastructure background . 
4. Background and authority for  the subsidy  
 
• Council Regulation (EC) No . 1083/2006 of 11 July 2006 laying down general provisions 
on the European Regional Development Fund, the European Social Fund and the 
Cohesion Fund and repealing Regulation (EC) No . 1260/1999;  
• Government Decree 4/ 2011 (I.28.) on the procedures of absorption of support from the 
ERDF, the ESF and the CF;  
• Government Decree 547/2013 (XII. 30.) on the single operational manual.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
 
The subsidy is in the form of non -repayable support schemes, except for the "Regional Capital 
Investment Fund Programme", which grants refundable equity contribution.  
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  6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Public and private enterprises with eligible development projects may receive support for the 
accomplishment of the project. Refundable subsidy is only eligible for the private sector. The support 
schemes must be in line with the OP aims and the EU state aid rules.  
 
Non-repayable support may be received through open tender procedures for the purposes set in the 
application calls.  
 
The typical subsidy may not be in excess of 52% of the total eligible costs. The average contribution 
of the Hungarian government was around 6%.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount (the data contains only the contribution of the Hungar ian 
government)  
 
The total amount paid was HUF 0,0 billion.  
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
These grant schemes may not be applied after the year 2015.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A. 
 
8.12  Central Hungary Operational Programme (CHOP)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Central Hungary Operational Programme . 
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2020.  
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The overall objective of the oper ational programme is to improve the international competitiveness 
of the Central Hungary Region, observing the principle of sustainable development.  
 
With an eye to achieving the overall objective, two specific objectives have been set:  
• to develop factors influencing the Region's competitiveness ; 
• to develop the Region's internal cohesion and the harmony of its spatial structure.  
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
• Council Regulation (EC) No . 1083/2006 of 11 July 2006 laying down  general provisions on 
the European Regional Development Fund, the European Social Fund and the Cohesion 
Fund and repealing Regulation (EC) No . 1260/1999;  
• Government Decree 4/2011 (I.28.) on the procedures of absorption of support from the 
ERDF, the ESF an d the CF;  
• Government Decree 547/2013 (XII. 30.) on the single operational manual.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
 
The subsidy is in the form of non -repayable support schemes, except for the "Regional Capital 
Investment Fund Programme", which grants refundable equi ty contribution.  
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  6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Public and private enterprises with eligible development projects may receive support for the 
accomplishment of the project. Refundable subsidy is only eligible for the private sector. The suppo rt 
schemes must be in line with the OP aims and the EU state aid rules.  
 
Non-repayable support may be received through open tender procedures for the purposes set in the 
application calls.  
 
The typical subsidy may not be in excess of 44% of the total eligi ble costs. The average contribution 
of the Hungarian government was around 11%.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount (the data contains only the contribution of the Hungarian 
government)  
 
The total amount paid was HUF 0,0 billion.  
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
These grant schemes may not be applied after the year 2015.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A. 
 
8.13  West Pannon Operational Programme (WPOP)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
West Pannon Operational Programme . 
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2020.  
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
Overall objective of the OP: to establish an economic and public service infrastructure in line with 
the regional environment through e nvironmentally consciously planned development in order to 
promote growth and employment.  
 
Five specific development objectives support this overall objective:  
• economy built on local innovative resources and corporate networks ; 
• tourism based on high quality services and leveraging heritage ; 
• network of towns comprised of liveable towns providing efficient support for regional 
centres ; 
• high quality environment and safe access to regional centres and sub -centres ; 
• infrastructure supporting public services based on the local environment . 
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
• Council Regulation (EC) No . 1083/2006 of 11 July 2006 laying down general provisions on 
the European Regional Development Fund, the Europe an Social Fund and the Cohesion 
Fund and repealing Regulation (EC) No . 1260/1999;  G/SCM/N/372/EU/Add.13  
 
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  • Government Decree 4/2011 (I.28.) on the procedures of absorption of support from the 
ERDF, the ESF and the CF;  
• Government Decree 547/2013 (XII. 30.) on the single operational  manual.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
 
The subsidy is in the form of non -repayable support schemes, except for the "Regional Capital 
Investment Fund Programme", which grants refundable equity contribution.  
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Public and private enterprises with eligible development projects may receive support for the 
accomplishment of the project. Refundable subsidy is only eligible for the private sector. The support 
schemes must be in line with the OP aims and the EU state aid rules.  
 
Non-repayable support may be received through open tender procedures for the purposes set in the 
application calls.  
 
The typical subsidy may not be in excess of 47% of the total eligible costs. The average contribution 
of the Hungarian government was aroun d 12%.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount(the data contains only the contribution of the Hungarian 
government)  
 
The total amount paid was HUF 0,0 billion.  
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
These grant schemes may not be applied after the year 2015.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A. 
 
8.14  Agriculture and Rural Development Operational Programme  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
Hungary - Rural Development Programme 2014 -2020. 
 
2.  Period covered by the notification  
 
2020. 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The primary objectives of the RDP are as follows:  
• increasing the competitiveness of the agricultural enterprises ; 
• the sustainable development of the agriculture ; 
• asserting the rural areas and communities ; 
• improving the quality of life in the rural areas ; 
• and supporting the economic development.  
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
• Regulation (EU) No . 1303/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 
17 December 2013 laying down common provisions on the European Regional 
Development Fund, the European Social Fund, the Cohesion Fund, the European 
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  and laying down general provisions on the European Regional Development Fund, the 
European Social Fund, the Cohesion Fund and the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund 
and repealing Council Regulation (EC) No . 1083/2006 ; 
• Regulation (EU) No . 1305/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 
17 December 2013 on support for rural development by the European Agricultural Fund 
for Rural Development (EAFRD) and repealing Council Regulation (EC) No . 1698/2005 ; 
• Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) No . 807/2014 of 11 March 2014 supplementing 
Regulation (EU) No . 1305/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council on 
support for rural development by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development 
(EAFRD) and i ntroducing transitional provisions ; 
• Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) No . 808/2014 of 17 July 2014 laying down 
rules for the application of Reg ulation (EU) No . 1305/2013 of the European Parliament 
and of the Council on support for rural development by the European Agricultural Fund 
for Rural Development (EAFRD) ; 
• Regulation (National) No . 272/2014 (XI.5.) of the Hungarian Government on the 
provisi ons of the use of support aid of certain European Union budget funds in the 2014 -
2020 programming period ; 
• Regulation (National) No . 549/2013 (XII. 30.) of the Hungarian Government on the use 
of directives regarding the European Union developments ; 
• Regulati on (National) No . 255/2014. (X. 10.) of the Hungarian Government on State 
aid rules in the context of EU competition law on the use of funds allocated for the 2014 -
2020 programming period ; 
• Regulation (National) No . 98/2020. (IV. 10.) of the Hungarian Gover nment on the 
different application of certain provisions of certain government decrees on 
development policy during an emergency ; 
• Regulation (National) No . 551/2020. (XII. 2.) of the Hungarian Government on the 
different application of certain provisions o f certain government decrees on 
development policy during an emergency . 
5. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)  
 
The subsidy is in the form of non -repayable support schemes.  
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
The possible  beneficiaries of the RDP are:  
• individuals with tax identification number ; 
• sole proprietors ; 
• primary producers ; 
• micro, -small and medium enterprises ; 
• producer organisations ; 
• self-governments ; 
• churches, non -governmental organizations ; 
• central budget institutions.  
The objectives of the RDP are realized through the implementation of its measures. The professional 
content of the calls for proposals of the measures are defined by the Managing Authority (MA) in 
accordance with the relevant legal framework and available professional knowledge. Beneficiaries 
are only able to submit their applications during the submission period. The MA provides a ratification 
of support to beneficiaries in the standard procedure but privil eged projects are contracted instead . 
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  beneficiaries submit a payment claim in order to receive the support from the MA. Furthermore, 
there is a possibility to apply for advanced payment.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount (the data contains only the contribution of the 
Hungarian government for priorities other than Technical Assistance)  
 
The total amount paid by the national budget accounted for HUF 41.328.864.573 
(EUR 116.617.777,91) in 202 0 (incl. advance payment to the beneficiaries).  
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
Duration of the subsidy varies by measure.  
 
The duration of the Programme itself corresponds with the EU budgetary period 2014 -2020. The 
official closing date of the Programme is 31 December 2020 ., but on the basis of the so -called n+3 
rule, the allocation of year "n" may be paid by the end of year "n+3". Consequently, paymen ts on 
the basis of the present Programme may be paid until 31 December 2023 2023.12.31 . 
 
9. Statistical data p ermitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A. 
 
8.15  Fisheries Operational Programme of Hungary  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Fisheries Operational Programme of Hungary . 
2.  Period covered by the notification  
 
2020. 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The main objectives of the Fisheries Operational Programme of Hungary are the development of the 
small and medium -sized fisheries enterprises and the fish production bases created by the previous 
FOP, improvi ng the compet itiveness of traditional pond -farming, preserving or increasing the 
biodiversity and improving the sustainability of aquaculture by using alternative energy sources and 
reducing environmental load.  
 
Another important objectives are to promote the production of new species and supporting fish 
production and aquaculture applying innovative and intensive technologies. In order to further 
promote fish consumption, the Managing Authority is planning to continue its marketing campai gn 
"Kapj rá!" crea ted in the previous programming period.  
 
The measures of the Fisheries Operational Programme of Hungary are designed in line with these 
priorities and the calls for proposals as well. The unique target objectives of the operational 
programme are also in line with EU priorities. As a result of the implementation of these measures, 
an improvement is expected in production safety, industry compet itiveness and in the stability and 
working conditions of small and medium -sized fisheries.  
 
General objectives of the OP:  
• improving the competitiveness of traditional pond farming, while preserving or 
increasing the biodiversity ; 
• improving the sustainability of aquaculture by using alternative energy sources and 
reducing environmental load ; 
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  • developing precision aquaculture applying innovative intensive technologies. Promoting 
fish processing and the production of highly processed products. Promoting fisheries 
and aquaculture research and knowledge  transfer ; 
• promoting the horizontal and vertical cooperation of actors in the fisheries sector by 
facilitating the creation of producer organizations and inter -sectoral organizations ; 
• increasing fish consumption, promoting fish products, supporting fish marketing. 
Supporting monitoring, data collection and control ; 
• increasing the number of spawning sites by habitat improvement in inland natural 
waters for the qualitative and quantitative improvement of fish populations.  
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
• Regulation (EU) No . 1303/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council on laying 
down common provisions on the European Regional Development Fund, the European 
Social Fund, the Cohesion Fund, the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development 
and the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund and laying down general provisions on 
the European Regional Development Fund, the European Social Fund, the Cohesion 
Fund and the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund and repealing Council Regulation 
(EC) No . 1083/2006 ; 
• Regulation (EU) No . 508/2014 of the European Parliament and of the Council on the 
European Maritime and Fisheries Fund and repealing Council Regulations (EC) 
No. 2328/2003, (EC) No . 861/2006, (EC) No . 1198/2006 and (EC) No . 791/2007 and 
Regulation (EU) No . 1255/2011 of the European Parliament and of the Council ; 
• Regulation (EU) No . 1380/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council on the 
Common Fisheries Policy, amending Council Regulations (EC) No 1954/2003 and (EC) 
No. 1224/2009 and repealing Council Regulations (EC) No . 2371/2002 and (EC) 
No. 639/2004 and Council Decision 2 004/585/EC ; 
• Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) No . 763/2014 on laying down rules for 
applying Regulation (EU) No . 508/2014 of the European Parliament and of the Council 
of 15 May 2014 on the Maritime and Fisheries Fund as regard the technical 
characte ristics of information and publicity measures and instructions for creating the 
Union emblem ; 
• Regulation (National) No . 272/2014 (XI.5.) of the Hungarian Government on the 
provisions of the use of support aid of certain European Union budget funds in the 
2014-2020 programming period ; 
• Regulation (National) No . 549/2013 (XII. 30.) of the Hungarian Government on the use 
of directives regarding the European Union developments ; 
• Government Decree 40/2020 (11 March) on the declaration of state of danger ; 
• Governmen t Decree 478/2020 (3 November) on the declaration of state of danger . 
5. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)  
 
The subsidy is in the form of non -repayable support scheme.  
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
The possible be neficiaries of the OP are:  
• individuals with tax identification number ; 
• sole proprietors ; 
• micro, -small and medium enterprises ; G/SCM/N/372/EU/Add.13  
 
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  • producer organisations ; 
• central budget institutions . 
The objectives of the Operational Programme (OP) are realized through the implementation of its 
measures. The professional content of the calls for proposals of the measures are defined by the 
Managing Authority (MA) in accordance with the relevant legal f ramework and available professional 
knowledge. Beneficiaries are only able to submit their applications during the submission period. 
The MA provides a ratification of support to beneficiaries in the standard procedure but privil eged 
projects are contracte d instead. Both documents contain the details of the project and the amount 
of support for the project. The beneficiaries submit a payment claim in order to receive the support 
from the MA. Furthermore, there is a possibility to apply for advanced payment.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount (the data contains only the contribution of the 
Hungarian government)  
 
The total amount paid by the national budget accounted for HUF  628.605.147 
(EUR 1.796.015  exchange rate HUF/EUR 350) in 2020 (incl. advance pay ment to the beneficiaries).  
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
The duration of the Programme itself corresponds with the EU budgetary period 2014 -2020. The 
official closing date of the Programme is 31 December 2020 , but on the basis of the so -called n+3 
rule, th e allocation of year "n" may be paid by the end of year "n+3". Consequently, payments on 
the basis of the present Programme may be paid until 31 December 2023 . 
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A. 
8.16  Human Resource Development OP (HRDOP)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Human Resources Development Operational Programme . 
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2020. 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The overall objective of the HRDOP is increasing human capital and improving the social 
environment. The OP has been designed to effectively address social and demographic challenges.  
 
HRDOP contributes to social inclusion by integrating unused social resources and se eks to reinforce 
the social role of the family, as well as strengthens social cohesion. Interventions concerning health 
promotion and disease prevention improve infrastructure and the preventive capacity of the health 
care system. Another aim of HRDOP is t o improve the quality of public education and parallel to 
lower the number of early school leavers. The reform of tertiary education brings about increase in 
the number of people with tertiary qualification and strengthens the rising generation of research ers. 
In the framework on HRDOP interventions the staff of social institutions is also strengthened both 
quantitatively and qualitatively.  
 
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
• Regulation (EU) No . 1303/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Cou ncil of 
17 December 2013 laying down common provisions on the European Regional 
Development Fund, the European Social Fund, the Cohesion Fund, the European 
Agricultural Fund for Rural Development and the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund 
and laying down  general provisions on the European Regional Development Fund, the 
European Social Fund, the Cohesion Fund and the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund 
and repealing Council Regulation (EC) No . 1083/2006;  G/SCM/N/372/EU/Add.13  
 
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  • Government Decree 272 of 2014 (XI.5.) on the rules  of use of supports from some EU 
funds in the programming period 2014 -2020.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
 
The subsidy is in the form of non -repayable and repayable support schemes.  
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Potential beneficiaries are local go vernments, minority local governments and their institutions and 
associations; budgetary organizations; public bodies; judicial organizations; nurseries, public 
educational institutions; tertiary educational institutions; research institutes of the Hungari an 
Academy of Sciences; central content providers; public collections; scientific publishing houses; 
cultural institutions; health -care, social, child -welfare and child -protection service providers; tertiary 
educational health -care institutions; clinics; s ports clubs; ecclesiastical legal entities; non -profit 
business stakeholders, SME's; social cooperatives.  
 
Non-repayable support may be received through open calls for proposals - and through the selection 
of key projects - for the purposes set in the appl ication calls. Organisations with eligible development 
projects may receive support for the implementation of the project. The support schemes must be 
in line with the OP aims and the EU state aid rules.  
 
Typically , the subsidy may be 100% of the project's  total eligible costs. The average contribution of 
the Hungarian government was around 15%.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount (the data contains only the contribution of the Hungarian 
government)  
 
The total amount paid was HUF 16,9 billion . 
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
From 2014 to 2023.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N/A. 
 
8.17  Economic Development and Innovation OP (EDIOP)  
1. Title of the subsid y programme  
 
Economic Development and Innovation Operational Programme 2014 -2020. 
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2020. 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
Overall objectives:  
• The main objective, scope of the programme is the improvement of the competitiveness 
of SMEs and the promotion of their growth . 
• The second objective of EDIOP is to create jobs through competitive employment.  
The programme is based on the assumption that an improving economic environment and 
stabilisation macroeconomic situation will encourage enterprises to develop and enhance the quality 
of their activities.  G/SCM/N/372/EU/Add.13  
 
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  The strategic objectives of the programme are as follows:  
• improvement of the quality and enhancing the scope of operational factors: labour force, 
capital, infrastructure, information, and technological, natural and cultural resources, 
which are important for companies, should be increased; accessibility of foreign markets 
should be easier for them ; 
• strengthening of economic cooperation: mitigation o f the disadvantages coming from 
low economies of scale through collective activities in development, production, market 
accessibility and the support of knowledge transfer ; 
• removal of competitiveness barriers: elimination of competitiveness hurdles coming  
from lack in financing, capital, information, or knowledge, or outmoded production and 
sales methods.  
The EU regional policy defines 10+1 thematic objectives  for the 2014 -2020 budgeting period, the 
achievement of which must also be supported by the operat ional programmes of the Member States: 
of those EDIOP supports 7 thematic objectives, which cover R&D, ICT, SME, low CO 2 emission 
economy, tourism, employment, training and adult and vocational training.  
 
EDIOP will draw on two of the structural funds: the  European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) 
and European Social Fund. In their specific regulations, the Funds break down the thematic 
objectives in the further investment priorities.  
 
In order to achieve the above high -level goals, the EDIOP designates eig ht priority axes covering 
the fields of (1) SMEs, (2) R+D+I, (3) ICT, (4) energy, (5) employment and (6) vocational training, 
(7) tourism and (8) the application of financial assets.  
 
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
• Regulation (EU) No . 1303/20 13 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 
17 December 2013 laying down common provisions on the European Regional 
Development Fund, the European Social Fund, the Cohesion Fund, the European 
Agricultural Fund for Rural Development and the European  Maritime and Fisheries Fund 
and laying down general provisions on the European Regional Development Fund, the 
European Social Fund, the Cohesion Fund and the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund 
and repealing Council Regulation (EC) No . 1083/2006;  
• Regula tion (EU) No . 1304/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 
17 December 2013 on the European Social Fund and repealing Council Regulation (EC) 
No. 1081/2006;  
• Regulation (EU) No . 1301/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 
17 December 2013 on the European Regional Development Fund and on specific 
provisions concerning the Investment for growth and jobs goal and repealing Regulation 
(EC) No . 1080/2006;  
• Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) No . 215/2014 of 7 March 2014 laying down 
rules for implementing Regulation (EU) No . 1303/2013 of the European Parliament and 
of the Council laying down common provisions on the European Regional Development 
Fund, the European Social Fund, the Cohesion Fund, t he European Agricultural Fund for 
Rural Development and the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund and laying down 
general provisions on the European Regional Development Fund, the European Social 
Fund, the Cohesion Fund and the European Maritime and Fisheri es Fund with regard to 
methodologies for climate change support, the determination of milestones and targets 
in the performance framework and the nomenclature of categories of intervention for 
the European Structural and Investment Funds;  
• Government Decre e 272/2014 (XI.5.) on the procedures of absorption of support from 
the European Funds in the programming period 2014 -2020;  G/SCM/N/372/EU/Add.13  
 
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  • The framework for planning operational programmes is set out in Government 
Resolution No. 1600/2012. (XII. 17.) according to which t he Ministry for National 
Economy is in charge of the coordination of planning all operational programmes, 
planning the use of the budgeted funds and enforcing the government's development 
goals. The integrated approach was applied also in the course of dev eloping the 
operational programme, as the programme was prepared in the collaboration of several 
ministries and professional communities. The planning of individual priorities in the 
direct development of the operational programme was coordinated by the St ate 
Secretariat of the Ministry for National Economy in charge of Planning Coordination with 
the support of the Prime Minister's Office. In order to ensure the consistency, a common 
panel was set up for the responsible experts and workgroups of the operati onal 
program(s) and the national strategy for smart specialization.  
In addition, professional planning was supported by the Hungarian Academy of Sciences, the 
National Innovation Office, the Hungarian Association for Innovation, and the IFKA Public Benefit  
Non-Profit Ltd. owned by the Ministry for National Economy.  
 
5. Form of the subsidy  
 
The subsidy is in the form of repayable and non -repayable subsidy.  
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Public and private enterprises with eligible development p rojects may receive support for the 
accomplishment of the project.  
The support schemes must be in line with the OP aims and the EU state aid rules.  
 
The financial instruments priority contributes to the fulfilment of the specific objectives defined under 
EDIOP Priorities 1 -7, complementing the results of grants:  
• enhancing the competitiveness of SMEs (TO3c), strengthening research, technology 
development and innovation (TO1b), supporting the shift towards the low -carbon 
economy (TO4b, c) and, moreover , enhancing access to, use and quality of ICT (TO2a,b) 
and promoting sustainable and quality employment and supporting labour mobility 
(TO8b). Where grants are solely insufficient to support the realization of a project, their 
combination with financial in struments is envisaged.  
The highlighted target group of EDIOP in accordance with the re -industrialization strategy of the 
Hungarian Government and the European Union is the manufacturing sector also known as 
processing industry:  
 
The first target group of EDIOP is the processing industry in which 47,676 entrepreneurs operate 
making up of 22.65% of GDP. Out of these 42,850 is supposed to be small or medium sized 
enterprises, making up of 7% of GDP. The number of EDIOP recipients is excepted around 22,000, 
which will be capable of fulfilling developments fitting in the EU 2020 strategy. In this target group 
EDIOP does not focus on specific sectors, as specific sectors may change during the seven -year 
implementation period . 
 
The success of the strategy is chara cterized by the growth of the value added, the growth of 
employment, the number of new viable companies, but it is also affected by the sector and location 
of the company. Therefore , the aims of the subsidies are aligning to the life situation, motivations  
and demands of the life cycles of the companies. The circumstances of the growth of value added 
are supported by programs through quality improvements and broadening of operating factors and 
production processes.  
 
The other main part of the strategy is th e support of cooperations during research, market 
development, innovation, production and procurement so that the SMEs could offset the 
disadvantages coming from low economies of scale.  
 
Article 3 of Regulation (EU) No . 1301/2013 on the ERDF provides for t he eligibility of large 
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  may be eligible for support only in the case of activities pursued in collaboration with SMEs that have 
direct benefits for the SME se ctor. 
 
In the framework of the 3rd objective aiming at the development of SMEs, large enterprises can only 
receive limited support, and only if this is more beneficial to the SMEs than support given to them 
directly. These areas concerned are supplier integrators , logistic parks and clusters where the 
beneficiary may be a large enterprise, although products and services developed as a result of the 
support cannot be offered at market price by the benefited large enterprise but only at a reduced 
price or sold free of charge.  
 
In case of projects supported under the 3rd SME objective, products and services can only be sold 
at market price to large enterprises, as large enterprises should not gain from the effects of these 
projects due to potential market distortion.  
 
By the 2nd objective (R&I) the support conditions of large enterprises are less strict. In this case it 
has to be ensured that the SME's, NGO's and public financed and non -profit research entities 
(research and knowledge dissemination organizations) parti cipate in the projects and gain their fair 
share from the results.  
 
In case of the 3rd (ICT) objective it is enough to ensure the participation of SMEs in the 
implementation.  
 
According to Article 2 (10) and (12) of Regulation (EU) No . 1303/2013, no suppor t may be granted 
to private individuals under the European Regional Development Fund and the European Social Fund. 
As the EDIOP is financed by these two funds, households may receive support from this operational 
programme only in case of financial instrum ents. Projects related to combating climate change are 
an exemption to this rule due to the high importance of the topic. In order to enhance energy 
efficiency and increase the usage of renewable energy, financial instruments may be combined with 
grants.  
 
In terms of improving employability the EDIOP priority 5 provides support for those 
unemployed/inactive people who can be integrated into the labour market in a short term; and 
interventions and other active labour market instruments which directly assist the returning of target 
groups, threatened by the loss of their jobs to the primary labour market.  
 
EDIOP focuses on the improvement of employability of job seekers and inactive, and the integration 
into the labour market of young people (including the imp lementation of the Youth Guarantee), the 
improvement of adaptability, and the development of social enterprises working for society. With 
the help of these interventions the chances of inactive and unemployed people to find a job, the 
employment of young p eople and also a modern employment environment can be developed.  
 
The following EDIOP measure types contribute to the improvement of the labour market situation of 
those living in the underdeveloped areas:  
• info-communication developments: community access  points created at places where 
people have no Internet access;  
• employment and training: access to work, digital skills, labour market integration of the 
youth . 
The EDIOP focuses on supporting the training of employees and the training of people with low level 
educational qualifications; on developing labour market competences and digital skills of the 
working -age population of active age, as well as on the development of dual vocational training.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount (the data contains  only the contribution of the Hungarian 
government)  
 
The total amount paid was HUF 27,1 billion . 
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  8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
Based on Article 65(2) of Regulation (EU) No . 1303/2013, costs incurred between 1 January 2014 
and 31 December 2023 are eligible for the purposes of EDIOP.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A. 
 
8.18  Integrated Transport Development OP (ITOP)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Integrated Transport Development Operational Programme . 
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2020. 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The comprehensive objective of transport developments is to improve accessibility with a view to 
The Integrated Transport Development Operational Programme (ITOP) aims Hungary's economic 
growth based on the foundations of sustainable, high added -value prod uction and the expansion of 
employment as targeted in the Partnership Agreement between Hungary and the European 
Commission for the period between 2014 and 2020. ITOP serves the priorities of the Partnership 
Agreement as follows:  
 
The improvement of the co mpetitiveness of economic actors and the enhancement of their 
international participation indirectly, through the development and modernisation of the transport 
infrastructure.  
 
The expansion of employment indirectly, through the availability of extended t ransport options and 
the enhancement of geographical mobility.  
 
The improvement of energy and resource efficiency directly, through the reinforcement of public 
transport and modes of transport that are more friendly to the environment.  
 
The implementation of local and regional developments promoting economic growth indirectly, 
through the modernisation of regional, urban and suburban transport.  
 
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
• Regulation (EU) No . 1303/2013 of the European Pa rliament and of the Council of 
17 December 2013 laying down common provisions on the European Regional 
Development Fund, the European Social Fund, the Cohesion Fund, the European 
Agricultural Fund for Rural Development and the European Maritime and Fisheri es Fund 
and laying down general provisions on the European Regional Development Fund, the 
European Social Fund, the Cohesion Fund and the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund 
and repealing Council Regulation (EC) No . 1083/2006;  
• Government Decree 272/2014 (XI.5.) on the procedures of absorption of support from 
the EU Funds in 2014 -2020.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
 
The subsidy is in the form of non -repayable support schemes.  
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  6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Public and private enterprises with eligibl e development projects may receive support for the 
accomplishment of the project. The support schemes must be in line with the OP aims and the EU 
state aid rules.  
 
Non-repayable support may be received through open tender procedures for the purposes set in the 
application calls.  
 
Typically , the subsidy may not be in excess of 100% of the project's total eligible costs.  
The average contribution of the Hungarian government is around 15%.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount(the data contain s only the contribution of the Hungarian 
government)  
 
Grant paid from national budget: HUF 38,6 billion.  
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
These grant schemes may not be paid after 31 December 2023  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effe cts of the subsidy  
 
N.A. 
 
8.19  Environment and Energy Efficiency OP (EEEOP)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Environment and Energy Efficiency Operational Programme (EEEOP) . 
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
2020. 
 
3. Policy objective and / or purpose of the subsidy  
 
In line with the EU's 2020 Strategy and the UN's Millennium Development Goals, EEEOP contributes 
to sustainable economic growth, primarily by strengthening the environmental dimension of 
sustainability.  
 
EEEOP has 5 priority axes:  
• adaptation to climate change impacts ; 
• development of wastewater disposal and cleaning, wastewater management ; 
• waste management and environmental remediation related developments ; 
• nature protection and wildlife protection related developments ; 
• enhancing  energy efficiency, use of renewing energy sources . 
4. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under which 
it is granted) . 
 
Regulation (EU) No . 1303/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 17 Dece mber 2013 
laying down common provisions on the European Regional Development Fund, the European Social 
Fund, the Cohesion Fund, the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development and the European 
Maritime and Fisheries Fund and laying down general provis ions on the European Regional 
Development Fund, the European Social Fund, the Cohesion Fund and the European Maritime and 
Fisheries Fund and repealing Council Regulation (EC) No . 1083/2006, Government Decree 272/2014. 
(XI. 5.) on the Rules of the Use of Fu nds from Certain European Union Funds in the 2014 -2020 
Programming Period.  
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  5. Form of the subsidy  
 
The subsidy is granted from non -repayable support schemes.  
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Mainly public, but also private institutions and enterprises with eligible development projects may 
receive support for the accomplishment of the project. The support schemes must be in line with 
the OP aims and the EU state aid rules.  
 
Non-repayable support may be received through open tender procedures.  
 
The average subsidy is around 50% of the total eligible costs.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount  
 
Grant paid from national budget: HUF 17,3 billion . 
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
Grant schemes are available for the 2014 -2020 perio d but may not be applied after the year 2023.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A. 
 
8.20  Public  Administration and Public Service Development OP (PADOP)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Public Administration and Public Service Development Operational Programme . 
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2020. 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of th e subsidy  
 
Stimulating the economy has a key role in achieving Hungary's competitive advantage in the region. 
PADOP aims to contribute to that by reducing administrative burdens and increasing service level.  
 
In accordance with the above objectives Priorit y 1 of PADOP focuses on reducing the administrative 
burdens, Priority 2 of PADOP supports strengthening service centricity and ethical behaviour in public 
services.  
 
Developments take place in a complex framework: the optimisation, simplification and digit alisation 
of processes and organisations and the competence development of public service professionals, 
development of service level a measurement system will be elaborated ensuring for the examination 
of administrative burdens and thereby the reduction o f administrative burdens will be measured at 
the end of the developments.  
 
The Priority 3 of PADOP is responsible for Technical assistance linked to the implementation of the 
operational programmes funded by the ESF, ERDF and CF in the 2014 -2020 the progra mming period.  
 
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
• Regulation (EU) No . 1303/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 
17 December 2013 laying down common provisions on the European Regional 
Development Fund, the European Social Fund, the Cohesion Fund, the European 
Agricultural Fund for Rural Development and the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund 
and laying down general provisions on the European Regional Development Fund, the G/SCM/N/372/EU/Add.13  
 
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  European Social Fund, the Cohesion Fund and the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund 
and repealing Council Regulation (EC) No . 1083/2006;  
• Government Decree 272/2014 (XI.5.) on the procedures of absorption of support from 
the European Union funds.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
 
The subsidy is in the form of non-repayable support schemes.  
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Budgetary organs; State -owned companies (according to the definition of beneficiaries in the CPR); 
Government offices; Budgetary agencies; National University of Public Service; Na tional Protective 
Service, Law enforcement agencies, Municipalities  (limited) Government agencies appointed for the 
development and operation of the IPSI system, Academic and higher education institutions; 
Government agencies, Prime Minister's Office, Mana ging Authorities; Certifying Authority; 
Intermediate bodies, Other relevant actors of the implementation system.  
 
Non-repayable support may be typically received through priority projects for the purposes set in 
the application calls.  
 
Typically the subsid y may not be in excess of 100% of the project's total eligible costs. The average 
contribution of the Hungarian government was around 15%.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount (the data contains only the contribution of the 
Hungarian government)  
 
The total amount paid was HUF 5,1 billion . 
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
1 January 2014 – 31 December 2023  
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A. 
 
8.21  Supporting the Deprived OP (SDOP)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Supporting the Deprived Operational Programme . 
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2020. 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The SDOP is directed in Hungary at the use of the Fund for European Aid to the Most Deprived . The 
Fund is intended to mitigate the lack of proper meals and basic consumer goods, complemented 
with accompanying measures for reducing poverty. From among the two options provided in the EU 
Regulation on the Fund, the SDOP was set up according to the v ersion with target -oriented benefits 
in kind and minimal accompanying services.  
The SDOP covers three types of activities: the supply of proper meals; the purchase of basic 
consumer goods promoting social inclusion; and, secondarily, the provision of auxil iary services, as 
a non -stand -alone element.  
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  4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
• Regulation (EU) No . 223/2014 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 
11 March  2014 on the Fund for European Aid to the Most Deprived;  
• Government Decree 27 2 of 2014 (XI.5.) on the rules of use of supports from some EU 
funds in the programming period 2014 -2020.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
 
The subsidy is in the form of non -repayable support schemes.  
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
The support is distributed to the deprived through beneficiaries of key projects, a state organisation 
and a public foundation. The projects are in line with the OP aims and the EU state aid rules.  
 
The subsidy is 100% of the project's total eligible costs . The average contribution of the Hungarian 
government is 15%.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount (the data contains only the contribution of the Hungarian 
government)  
 
The total amount paid was HUF 146,9 million . 
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
From 20 14 to 2023.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N/A. 
 
8.22  Territorial and Settlement Development OP (TOP)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Territorial and Settlement Development Operational Programme . 
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2020. 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
Regional, decentralised economic development and an increase in employment, opening possibilities 
for the population to find work locally are the p rimary objectives of the TOP. All priorities and 
measures of the operational programme contribute to that objective directly or indirectly.  
 
The TOP allocates resources primarily to the development actions of local governments by supporting 
their economic development actions and town and urban development activities related to them.  
 
Intervention fields relating to the two main strategic objectives:  
• putting in place local conditions in order to stimulate the economy and increase 
employment ; 
• enterprise fri endly and population preserving development of municipalities, putting in 
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  The implementation of the TOP is based on the county regional development concepts and regional  
development programmes (strategy and operational programmes) developed by the county 
governments for the 2014 -2020 planning period - in the case of cities with county rights the 
integrated urban development strategies and in line with these and building o n these the integrated 
territorial programmes that correspond with the development priorities of the TOP.  
 
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
• Government Decree 1702/2014. (XII. 3.);  
• Government Decree 272/2014. (XI. 5.) on the utilisation of assistance from EU funds 
during the 2014 -2020 programming period;  
• Regulation (EU) No . 1303/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council laying 
down common provisions on the European Regional  Development Fund, the European 
Social Fund, the Cohesion Fund, the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development 
and the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund and laying down general provisions on 
the European Regional Development Fund, the European Soc ial Fund, the Cohesion 
Fund and the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund and repealing Council Regulation 
(EC) No . 1083/2006.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
 
The subsidy is in the form of non -repayable support schemes.  
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Non-repayable support may be received through open tender procedures for the purposes set in the 
application calls.  
 
According to which the beneficiaries of the TOP development actions are primarily local governments, 
the size of development actions, accor ding to which the TOP finances primarily regional and local 
development actions and the regional integration of development actions, according to which the 
implementation of the TOP actions is territorially coordinated.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit or the total am ount (the data contains only the contribution of the Hungarian 
government) in 2020  
 
The total amount paid was HUF 22,3 billion . 
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
These grant schemes may not be applied after the year 2023.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an asse ssment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A. 
 
8.23  Competitive Central Hungary OP (CCHOP)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Competitive Central Hungary Operational Programme . 
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2020. 
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  3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The Competitive Central Hungary Operational Programme (CCHOP) includes the development 
resources of the Structural Funds (European Regional Development Fund and European Social Fund) 
to be used in the CHR and, within the indi vidual sectoral operational programmes, the funds 
proportionate to the CHR area allocated to the developments and projects which are to be 
implemented as specified in Article 70 Regulation (EU) No. 1303/2013 (Article on operations located 
outside the progr amme area) and which have an impact at a national level.  
 
The CCHOP allocates the available funding aligned with the following three strategic objectives:  
• smart and sustainable increase of regional economic performance (economy of 
knowledge, innovation, entrepreneurial environment, development of SMEs, tourism 
and support of ICT investments);  
• developing the social environment to help increase employment (institutions providing 
child day -care services, programmes promoting increased employment , developing 
education and training systems);  
• community development projects that promote aspects such as competitiveness and 
social cooperation in order to create a healthier environment (enhancing the energy 
efficiency of households and transportation, town rehabilitation development projects, 
promoting social cooperation, improving the operation of public administration and 
public services and environmental protection).  
The key mission and comprehensive objective of the CCHOP relate to ensuring the deve lopment of 
the Central Hungary Region and further improving its competitiveness, whilst simultaneously 
decreasing disparities in development within the region.  
 
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
• Government Decree 272/2014. (XI. 5.) on the utili sation of assistance from EU funds 
during the 2014 -2020 programming period;  
• Government Decree 1707/2014. (XII. 3.);  
• Regulation (EU) No . 1303/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council laying 
down common provisions on the European Regional Develop ment Fund, the European 
Social Fund, the Cohesion Fund, the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development 
and the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund and laying down general provisions on 
the European Regional Development Fund, the European Social Fund , the Cohesion 
Fund and the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund and repealing Council Regulation 
(EC) No . 1083/2006.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
 
The subsidy is in the form of non -repayable support schemes, except that use of financial 
instruments is planned w ith regard to these measures, which grants refundable equity contribution.  
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Public and private enterprises with eligible development projects may receive support for the 
accomplishment of the project. Refundable subsidy is only eligible for the private sector. The support 
schemes must be in line with the OP aims and the EU state aid rules.  
 
Non-repayable support may be received through open tender procedures for the purposes set in the 
application calls.  
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  7. Subsi dy per unit or the total amount (the data contains only the contribution of the Hungarian 
government) in 2020  
 
The total amount paid was HUF 32,0 billion . 
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
These grant schemes may not be applied after the year 2023.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A. 
 
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