G/SCM/N/315/EU/Add.13  
 
20 July 2017  
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Committee on Subsidies and Countervailing Measures  Original: English  
 
SUBSIDIES  
NEW AND FULL NOTIFIC ATION PURSUANT TO AR TICLE XVI:1  
OF THE GATT 1994 AND  ARTICLE 25 OF THE AG REEMENT  
ON SUBSIDIES AND COU NTERVAILING MEASURES  
EUROPEAN UNION 
Addendum  
The following addendum to the notification of the European Union relates to su bsidy programmes 
of Hungary . 
 
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  HUNGARY  
 
TABLE OF CONTENTS  
HUNGARY 2015  ................................ ................................ ................................ ................  5 
1   CORPORATE TAX ALLOWA NCES TO ASSIST STRU CTURAL ADJUSTMENT AN D 
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT  ................................ ................................ ...............................  5 
1.1   Tax Relief for Projects of Small and Medium Enterprises  ................................ ...................  5 
1.2   Tax Allowance  for Small and Medium Sized Enterprises  ................................ ....................  5 
1.3   Tax Incentive Related to Development Projects  ................................ ...............................  6 
1.4   Tax Relief for Employment  ................................ ................................ ............................  7 
1.5   Preferential Tax Rate  ................................ ................................ ................................ ... 8 
1.6   Tax Relief for Research and Development  ................................ ................................ ....... 9 
1.7   Tax Allowance for Film Production  ................................ ................................ ................. 10 
1.8   Accelerated Depreciation for Small and Medium -sized Enterprises  ................................ ....11 
1.9   Tax Allowance on Sponsorship of Popular Team Sports  ................................ .................... 11 
1.10   Tax Concession for Performing Art  ................................ ................................ .............. 12 
2   RESEARCH AND TE CHNOLOGICAL INNOVATI ON FUND 2015  ................................ ..... 13 
3   BUDGETARY SCHEME EAR MARKED FOR ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT 2015  ..................  14 
4   SUBSIDY FOR JOB -CREATION  ................................ ................................ ...................  15 
5   CO-FINANCED SUBSIDY PRO GRAMMES 2015  ................................ ............................  16 
A.  2007 -2013  ................................ ................................ ................................ ................  16 
5.1   Economic Development Operational Programme (EDOP)  ................................ .................. 16 
5.2   Environment and Energy Operational Programme (EEOP)  ................................ ................ 17 
5.3   Social Renewal Operational Programme (SROP)  ................................ ............................. 18 
5.4   Social Infrastructure Operational Programme ( SIOP) ................................ ....................... 19 
5.5   Transport Operati onal Programme ( TOP) ................................ ................................ .......20 
5.6   Electronic Public Administration Operational Programme ( EPAOP)  ................................ .....21 
5.7   South Great Plain Operatio nal Programme (SGPOP)  ................................ ........................ 22 
5.8   South Transdanubia Operational Programme (STDOP)  ................................ .................... 23 
5.9   North Great Plain Operational Programme  (NGPOP)  ................................ ........................ 24 
5.10   North Hungary Operational Programme (NHOP)  ................................ ............................ 25 
5.11   Central Transdanubia Operational Programme (CTDOP)  ................................ ................. 27 
5.12   Central Hungary Operational Programme (CHOP) ................................ .......................... 28 
5.13   West Pannon Operational Programme (WPOP)  ................................ .............................. 29 
5.14   Central Europe Programme  ................................ ................................ ........................ 30 
5.15   South East Europe Transnational Co -operation Programme 2007 -2013 ............................ 31 
5.16   Hungary -Slovakia Cross -border Co -operation Programme 2007 -2013 ............................. 32 
5.17   Hungary -Romania Cross -border Co -operation Programme 2007 -2013 ............................. 33 
5.18   Austria -Hungary Cross -border Co -operation Programme 2007 -2013 ............................... 35 
5.19   Hungary -Croatia IPA Cross -border Co -operation Programme 2007 -2013.......................... 36 G/SCM/N/315/EU/Add.13  
 
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  5.20   Hungary -Serbia IPA Cross -border Co -operation Programme 2007 -2013 ........................... 37 
5.21   Slovenia -Hungary Cross -border Co -operation Programm e 2007 -2013 ............................. 38 
5.22   Hungary -Slovakia -Romania -Ukraine ENPI Cross -border Co -operation Programme 
2007-2013 ................................ ................................ ................................ ........................ 39 
5.23   Agriculture and Rural Development Operational Programme  ................................ ........... 40 
B.  2014 -2020  ................................ ................................ ................................ ................  41 
5.24   Human Resource Development OP  (HRDOP) ................................ ................................ .41 
5.25   Economic Development and Innovation OP  (EDIOP)  ................................ ...................... 43 
5.26   Integrated Transport Development OP (ITOP)  ................................ .............................. 46 
5.27   Environment and Energy Efficiency OP  (EEEOP)  ................................ ............................ 47 
5.28   Public Administration and Public Service Development O P (PASOP)  ................................ .48 
5.29   Supporting the Deprived OP (SDOP) ................................ ................................ ............ 50 
5.30   Territorial and Settlement Development OP (TOP)  ................................ ......................... 50 
5.31   Competitive Central Hungary O P (CCHOP)  ................................ ................................ ...52 
HUNGARY 2016  ................................ ................................ ................................ ..............  53 
1   CORPORATE TAX CONCES SIONS TO ASSIST STRU CTURAL ADJUSTM ENT AND 
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT  ................................ ................................ .............................  53 
1.1   Tax Relief for Projects of Small and Medium Enterprises  ................................ .................. 53 
1.2   Tax Concession for Small and Medium Sized Enterprises  ................................ ................. 54 
1.3   Tax Concession Related to Development Projects  ................................ ........................... 55 
1.4   Tax Relief for Employment  ................................ ................................ ........................... 57 
1.5   Preferential Tax Rate  ................................ ................................ ................................ ..58 
1.6   Tax Relief for Research and Development  ................................ ................................ ......58 
1.7   Tax Concession for Film Production  ................................ ................................ ............... 59 
1.8   Accelerated Depreciation for Small and Medium -sized Enterprises  ................................ ....60 
1.9   Tax Allowance on Sponsorship of Popular Team Sports  ................................ .................... 61 
1.10   Tax Concession for Performing Art  ................................ ................................ .............. 62 
2   RESEARCH AND TECHNO LOGICAL INNOVATION F UND 2016  ................................ ..... 62 
3   BUDGETARY SCHEME EAR MARKED FOR ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT  ...........................  63 
4   SUBSIDY FOR JOB -CREATION  ................................ ................................ ...................  64 
5   CO-FINANCED SUBSIDY PRO GRAMMES 2016  ................................ ............................  65 
A.  2007 -2013  ................................ ................................ ................................ ................  65 
5.1   Economic Development Operational Programme (EDOP)  ................................ .................. 65 
5.2   Environment and Energy Operational Programme (EEOP)  ................................ ................ 66 
5.3   Social Rene wal Operational Programme ( SROP)  ................................ ............................. 67 
5.4   Social Infrastructure Operational Programme ( SIOP) ................................ ....................... 68 
5.5   Transport Operational Prog ramme ( TOP) ................................ ................................ .......70 
5.6   Electronic Public Administration Operational Programme ( EPAOP)  ................................ .....71 
5.7   South Great Plain Operational Progr amme (SGPOP)  ................................ ........................ 72 
5.8   South Transdanubia Operational Programme (STDOP)  ................................ .................... 73 
5.9   North Great Plain Operational Programme (NGPOP)  ................................ ........................ 74 G/SCM/N/315/EU/Add.13  
 
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  5.10   North Hungary Operational Programme (NHOP)  ................................ ............................ 75 
5.11   Central Transdanubia Operational Programme (CTDOP)  ................................ ................. 76 
5.12   Central Hungary Operational Programme (CHOP) ................................ .......................... 77 
5.13   West Pannon Operational Programme (WPOP)  ................................ .............................. 78 
5.14   Central Europe Programme  ................................ ................................ ........................ 79 
5.15   South East Europe Transnational Co -operation Programme 2007 -2013 ............................ 80 
5.16   Hungary -Slovakia Cross -border Co -operation Programme 2007 -2013 ............................. 81 
5.17   Hungary -Romania Cross -border Co -operation Programme 2007 -2013 ............................. 83 
5.18   Austria -Hungary Cross -border Co -operation Programme 2007 -2013 ............................... 84 
5.19   Hungary -Croatia IPA Cross -border Co -operation Programme 2007 -2013.......................... 85 
5.20   Hungary -Serbia IPA Cross -border Co -operation Programme 2007 -2013 ........................... 86 
5.21   Slovenia -Hungary Cross -border Co -operation Programme 2007 -2013 ............................. 87 
5.22   Hungary -Slovakia -Romania -Ukraine ENPI Cross -border Co -operation Programme 
2007-2013 ................................ ................................ ................................ ........................ 88 
5.23   Agriculture and Rural  Development Operational Programme  ................................ ........... 89 
B.  2014 -2020  ................................ ................................ ................................ ................  90 
5.24   Human Resource Development OP  (HRDOP) ................................ ................................ .90 
5.25   Economic Development and Innovation OP  (EDIOP)  ................................ ...................... 92 
5.26   Integrated Transport Development OP  (ITOP)  ................................ .............................. 95 
5.27   Environment and Energy Efficiency OP  (EEEOP)  ................................ ............................ 96 
5.28   Public Administration and Public Service Development OP (PADOP)  ................................ .97 
5.29   Supporting the Deprived OP (SDOP) ................................ ................................ ............ 99 
5.30   Territorial and Settlement Development OP  (TOP)  ................................ ......................... 99 
5.31   Competitive Central Hungary O P (CCHOP)  ................................ ................................ . 101 
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  HUNGARY 2015  
1  CORPORATE TAX ALLOWANCES  TO ASSIST STRUCTURAL  ADJUSTMENT AND 
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT  
1.1  Tax Relief for Projects of Small and Medium Enterprises  
1. Title of the subsidy p rogramme  
 
Tax relief for projects of small and medium enterprises.  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2015. 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The objective of this scheme is to promote investment activities of small and medium enter prises.  
 
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 Corporate Tax and Dividend Tax.  
 
5. Form of the subsidy  
 
This subsidy is in the form of deduction fr om 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 c orporate tax base is equal to the total amount of the project costs, but 
may not be higher than the pre -tax profit or 30 million HUF.  
 
The effect of the deduction on the total CIT liability in year 2015  was HUF 7.3 billion  
 
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  Tax Allowance  for Small and Medium Sized Enterprises  
1. Title of the subsidy  programme  
 
Tax concession for small and medium sized enterprises.  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2015. 
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  3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The purpose of this tax concession is to stimulate investment activities of small and medi um-sized 
enterprises.  
 
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
The tax concession is provided for by Section 22/A of Act LXXXI of 1996 on Corporate Tax and 
Dividend Tax.  
 
5. Form of the subsidy  
 
The subsidy is in the form of deduction from the corpo rate tax.  
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Small and medium -sized enterprises financing their investments by bank loans.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount  
 
The tax concession is equal to 40 % of the interest paid on bank loans during th e tax year. The 
concession may not be in excess of 6 million HUF per year.  
 
The tax benefit accounted for HUF 2, 6 billion.  
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
This tax concession 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.  
 
1.3  Tax Incentive  Related to Development Projects  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Tax concession related to development projects.  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2015. 
 
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 concession 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  
 
Tax concession is granted to a taxpayer whose development project entails an investment  of at 
least 3 billion HUF; or 1 billion HUF if the project is started and operated in preferable regions. The 
tax concession can be applied in four years following the first year in which the tax concession is 
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a. the average number of workers empl oyed exceeds the average number of persons 
employed during the tax year prior to the commencement of the project, or - at the 
taxpayer 's discretion - the mathematical average calculated based on the three tax years 
before the commencement of the project by  at least 150 workers - or 75 workers if the 
project is started and operated within the administrative jurisdiction of a favored 
municipal government specified in the relevant government decree -, or 
b. the taxpayer 's annualized wage costs are at least six hu ndred times greater than the 
amount of the prevailing minimum wage effective on the first day of the tax year as 
calculated for the tax year - or at least three hundred times greater if the project is 
launched and operated within the administrative jurisdi ction of a favored municipal 
government specified in the relevant government decree - as compared to the 
annualized wage costs of the year preceding the year in which the project was launched, 
or - at the taxpayer 's discretion - the mathematical average of  wage costs calculated 
from the annualized data based on the period of three tax years before the 
commencement of the project.   
Tax concession is granted also for:  
 
a. development projects with a value of at least 100 million HUF, if it constitutes the launc h 
and operation of an independent environmental protection project or a wideband 
Internet service or a food facility project or a basic research, applied research and 
experimental development or a motion picture and video production project,  
b. development pr ojects with a value of at least 100 million HUF, if these projects have 
been financed by newly issued shares and the relevant joint -stock company is registered 
at the stock exchange,  
c. projects serving to create new jobs.  
7. Subsidy per unit or the total am ount 
 
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 concession may be claimed up to 80 % of the corporate income tax o therwise payable.  
 
The tax benefit accounted for HUF 27.2 billion.  
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
The tax concession 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 nine tax 
years, at the latest during the fourteenth tax year following the tax year in which the notification 
or the application was submitted.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A.  
 
1.4  Tax Relief for Employment  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Tax relief for employment.  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2015. 
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  3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The objective of this scheme is to promote employment.  
 
4. Background an d authority for the subsidy  
 
This tax relief has been provided for by Section 7 paragraph (1) subparagraph y) 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  
 
Micro enterprises with no more than five employees.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount  
 
The deduction from the corporate tax base is equal to the sum received by multiplying the 
minimum wage by  any increment in the average number of employees in comparison to the 
previous tax year. This tax relief can be applied if the taxpayer has no tax debts.  
 
The effect of the deduction on the total CIT liability in year 2015  was HUF 0.11 billion.  
 
8. Durat ion of the subsidy  
 
This tax relief was introduced in 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.  
 
1.5  Preferential Tax Rate  
1. Title of the subsidy program me 
 
Preferential tax rate.  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2015. 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The programme is intended to reduce tax burden for smaller companies.  
 
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
This tax bene fit is provided for by Section 19 paragraphs (2) of Act LXXXI of 1996 on the 
Corporate Tax and Dividend Tax.  
 
5. Form of the subsidy  
 
The subsidy is in the form of reduced corporate tax rate.  
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
The corporate tax  shall be 10 % of the positive tax base up to five hundred million forints.  
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  7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount  
 
A preferential tax rate of 10 % is applicable to the part of the tax  base which does not exceed 
500 million HUF, while any excess profits ar e taxable at the general 19 % rate. 
 
The tax benefit accounted for HUF 176.1 billion.  
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
This regime was introduced in 2010. No explicit time limit is attached to this subsidy.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A. 
 
1.6  Tax Relief for Research and Development  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Tax relief for research and development.  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2015. 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The o bjective of this scheme is to promote the R&D activity.  
 
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
The tax relief is provided for by Section 7 paragraph (1) subparagraph t) and paragraphs  (17) and 
(18) of Act LXXXI of 1996 on the Corporate Tax and Divi dend 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  
 
The direct cost of basic research, applied research and experimental development carried out 
within the taxpayer 's own scope of activities (not including the value of research and experimental 
development services provided by a resident taxpayer, by the domestic branch of a nonresident 
entrepreneur or - pursuant to the Personal Income Tax Act - by a private entrepreneur directly or 
indirectly) claimed in the tax year in which it is incurred or, at the taxpayer 's discretion, if these 
costs are shown under the capitalized value of experimental development (intellectual property) in 
the tax year in which depreci ation is claimed, up to the amount claimed as depreciation decreases 
the corporate income tax base. The taxpayer may not decrease its corporate income tax base with 
the amount of any support or assistance requested from the tax authority before the balance  sheet 
date or received during the tax year for development purposes or for covering the cost (expenses) 
of its activity without any obligation of repayment, or - if applicable - in the amount of income 
included in the pre -tax profit for the tax year under  the title of grant or support.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount  
 
The deduction from the corporate tax base is equal to the direct costs of basic research, applied 
research and experimental development incurred. Any support or assistance received f or 
development purposes cannot be taken into account.  
 
The effect of the deduction on the total corporate i ncome tax liability in year 2015  was 
HUF 30.7 billion.  
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  8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
This tax relief was introduced in 1997. No explicit time limit i s attached to this subsidy.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A.  
 
1.7  Tax Allowance  for Film Production  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Tax concession for film production and protection of performers' rig hts.  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2015. 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The purpose of this tax concession is to stimulate film production and the protection of performers' 
rights.  
 
4. Background and authority for the subsi dy 
 
The tax concession is provided for by Section 22 paragraphs (1) and (3) of Act LXXXI of 1996 on 
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 i s provided  
 
Taxpayers sponsoring film productions and/or associations for the protection of performers' rights.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount  
 
The tax concession is equal to the amount donated for film production or for the association for the 
protection of performers' rights. The tax concession can be applied the current tax year and the 
following three tax years .  
 
The tax concession may be claimed up to 70 % of the corporate income tax otherwise payable. The 
total amount contained in the certi ficates of entitlement for tax concession issued by the motion 
picture authority in connection with any particular m otion picture may not exceed 20 % of the 
direct production costs as approved by the motion picture authority.  
 
The tax benefit accounted for  HUF 11.8 billion.  
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
This tax concession was introduced in 1 April 2004. No explicit time limit is attached to this 
subsidy.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A. 
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  1.8  Accelerated Dep reciation 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  
 
2015. 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The obje ctive of this scheme is to promote investment activities in underdeveloped regions.  
 
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 investments in underdeveloped regions.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amou nt 
 
Small and medium -sized enterprises may claim 100 % 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 most underprivileged regions.  
 
The amo unt of tax benefit is not available.  
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
This tax relief was introduced in 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. 
 
1.9  Tax Allowance on Sponsorship of Popular Team Sports  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Tax Allowance on Sponsorship of Popular Team Sports.  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2015. 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The objective of th is scheme is to sponsor of Popular Team Sports.  
 
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
The tax concession is provided for by Section 22/C paragraphs (1) of Act LXXXI of 1996 on 
Corporate Tax and Dividend Tax.  
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  5. Form of the subsidy  
 
This subsidy i s in the form of deduction from the corporate tax.  
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Within the framework of sponsorship of popular team sports, taxpayers may provide support 
(funding) under the following titles:  
 
a. to national associations of pop ular team sports,  
b. to amateur sports organizations holding membership in a national association of a 
popular team sport, including sports academies set up under the national association 
according to the Sports Act,  
c. to professional sports organizations holdi ng membership in a national association of a 
popular team sport:  
d. to public foundations created for the promotion of a popular team sport,  
e. to sports bodies governed by public law, created for the strategic development of sports, 
vested with decision -making powers having regard to the allocation of State aid for 
sports as specified in the annual budget act, through w hich the aid is made available.  
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount  
 
Additional tax allowances may be claimed up to 70 % of the tax decreased by the tax concession 
related to development projects.  
 
The tax benefit accounted for HUF 50.6 billion  
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
This tax relief was introduced in 2011. No explicit time limit is attached to this subsidy.  
 
9. Statistical data permittin g an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A. 
 
1.10  Tax Concession for Performing Art  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Tax Concession for Performing Art.  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2015. 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subs idy 
 
The objective of this scheme is to stimulate performing art.  
 
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
The tax concession is provided for by Section 22. paragraphs (4) -(5) of Act LXXXI of 1996 on 
Corporate Tax and Dividend Tax.  
 
5. Form of the su bsidy  
 
This subsidy is in the form of deduction from the corporate tax.  
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  6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Taxpayers to promote performing art.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount  
 
Additional tax allowances may be claimed up to 70 % of the ta x decreased by the tax concession 
related to development projects.  
 
The tax benefit accounted for HUF 17.2 billion.  
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
This tax relief was introduced in 2009. No explicit time limit is attached to this subsidy.  
 
9. Statistical da ta permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A. 
 
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1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Research and Technological Innovation Fund  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2015. 
 
3. Policy ob jective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The Fund is intended to improve the competitiveness and innovation performance of the Hungarian 
economy.  Its main objectives are:  
 
- to increase and concentrate the innovation activity of the enterprises with the 
empha sis on utilization  of innovative, marketable and competitive products;  
- to increase the regional innovation capacity;  
- to increase the cooperation between the research and industrial production sphere 
by improving the conditions of innovation environment.  
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
Act XC. of 2003. on the Research and Technological Innovation Fund (hereinafter: Act)  
Act CXXXIV. of 2004 on Research, Development and Technological Innovation  
 
5. Form of the subsidy  
 
Grant  
 
6. To whom and how th e subsidy is provided  
 
Public and private research organisations, enterprises, SMEs, non -profit organisations and natural 
persons may receive subsidy.  
 
Common projects conducted by companies in consortia with other applicants may also receive 
subsidy.  
 
Support from the Fund may be received through open tender procedures for the purposes set in 
the Act.  
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  7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount  
 
Payments under this programme amounted to HUF 35,95 billion.  
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
No explicit time limit i s attached to the programme.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
 N.A. 
 
3  BUDGETARY SCHEME EAR MARKED FOR ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT 2015  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Budgetary scheme earmarked for economic devel opment (before 2011 budgetary scheme 
earmarked for the development of small and medium sized enterprises)  
 
2. Period covered by the notifica tion 
 
2015.  
 
3. Policy objective and / or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The scheme is designed to help SMEs overcome disa dvantages inherent in their size  
 
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 De cree 15/2013. 
(IV. 16.) of the Minister for National Development on the detailed rules for the use of the 
budgetary scheme earmarked for economic development.  
 
5. Form of the subsidy  
 
According to the Act XXXIV of 2004 on Small and Medium -sized Enterprise s and the Support 
Provided to Such Enterprises 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 ownership interest in venture capital fund s. In 2013 according to the Decree 15/2013. (IV. 16.) 
of the Minister for National Development the support was provided for in the form of interest 
subsidy and surety fee subsidy.  
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
According to the Act XXXIV of 2 004 all kinds of subsidy are awarded through tender procedures, 
targeted directly or indirectly to micro, small or medium -sized enterprises (SMEs).  
 
Support may be granted for programmes whose purpose is i.a.  
 
- to help SMEs managing liquidity and financing working capital, to explore potential loan 
opportunities,  
- to attain entrepreneurial knowledge, to develop entrepreneurial culture and managerial 
qualities.  
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount  
 
 The total amount accounted for HUF 1.91 billion.  
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  8. Durat ion of the subsidy  
 
2015. 
 
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   
 
National Employment Fund  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2015. 
 
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 for by 18. § of the Act IV of 1991 on Job Assistance and Unemployment 
Benefits and the 18 . § of the Decree 6/1996. (VII. 16.) of the Minister for Employment on 
employment subsidies and subsidy for crisis management.  
 
5. Form of the subsidy  
 
Non-reimbursable subsidy  
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
All kinds of subsidy are awarded t hrough 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 3 years in accordance of the original purpose  
and 
- maintain the employee number indicated in the appli cation at least 2 years after 
hiring them.  
The subs idy may not be in excess of 25 -50% of the programme's total costs depending on the 
regional classification. This upper limit can be increased by 20% for small enterprises, and by 10% 
for medium sized enter prises.  
 
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.  
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9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the  subsidy  
 
In 2013,  13 billion Ft (43 million euro) was provided for 1 ,100 businesses, to 6500  newly created 
workplaces, and in these workplaces 5 thousands job seekers were employed. The subsidy gave 
support for preserving 12 thousands work places.  
 
5  CO-FINANCED SUBSIDY PROGRA MMES 2015  
A.  2007 -2013  
5.1  Economic Development Operational Programme (EDOP)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Economic Development Operational Programme  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2015.  
 
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 the business enviro nment;  
 - 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 European Social Fund a nd 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.  
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Public and private enterprises with eli gible 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/315/EU/Add.13  
 
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Majority of repa yable 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 w as HUF 30. 9 billion (Mrd Ft).  
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
These grant schemes may not be applied after the year 2015.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessmen t of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A.   
 
5.2  Environment and Energy Operational Programme (EEOP)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Environment and Energy Operational Programme  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2015.  
 
3. Policy objective and/or pur pose 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 econom y 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 abso rption 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.  
 
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 receiv ed through open tender procedures.  G/SCM/N/315/EU/Add.13  
 
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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 83,4 billion  (Mrd Ft).  
 
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. 
 
5.3  Social Renewal Operational Programme (SROP)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Social Renewal Operational Programme  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2015.  
 
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 
measures aimed at the supply side of the labour market. The possibilit ies 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 the quality of the human 
resources primarily with the help of emp loyment, 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 provi sions 
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  
 Governm ent 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 proj ects 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 projec ts - for the purposes set in the application calls.  G/SCM/N/315/EU/Add.13  
 
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Typically the subsidy may n ot be in excess of 97% 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 in 2015  HUF 36,7 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. 
 
5.4  Social Infrastructure Operational Programme ( SIOP)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Social Infrastructure Operational Programme  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2015. 
 
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 comprehensi ve 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 opport unities 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 Plan through the modernisation and development of  
 
 - the infrastructure  o f the education and training system, including non -formal and 
informal learning,  
 - the health care system,  
 - the institutional system of employment and social services.  
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
 Council Regulation (EC) No 1083/2006 o f 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.  
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  6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Public and private e nterprises 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 eligible 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 in 2015  HUF 29,5 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. 
 
5.5  Transport Operational Programme ( TOP)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Transport Operational Programme  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2015. 
 
3. Policy objective an d/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 improv e 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  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 urb an and suburban public  transport.  G/SCM/N/315/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  1260/1999  
 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 subsid y 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 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 96,0 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. 
 
5.6  Electronic Public Administration Operational Programme ( EPAOP)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Electronic Publ ic Administration Operational Programme  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2015. 
 
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 it is intended to make the operation of the 
state more efficient, and provide the same amount of services with the use of less resour ce. The 
operational programme includes the modernisation of the procedures, processes and services of 
public administration and the judiciary system 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.  
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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 Develo pment 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 tasks of the state; Courts, Prosecution and Defence public 
bodies with eligible development projects may receive support fo r 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 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 1,6  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. 
 
5.7  South Great Plain Operational Programme (SGPOP)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
South Great Plain Operational Programme  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2015. 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The overall objective for the South Great Plain Region is to ensure sustain able 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 reg ional 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 boost regional cohesion  G/SCM/N/315/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  1260/1999  
 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 proj ect. 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 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 2,4  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. 
 
5.8  South Transdanubia Operational Prog ramme (STDOP)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
South Transdanubia Operational Programme  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2015.  
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The overall long term objective of the South Transdanubia Operationa l 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, i.e. to keep the r egion 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  G/SCM/N/315/EU/Add.13  
 
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   - 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 absorption of support from 
the ERDF, the ESF and the CF  
 Government Dec ree 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 li ne 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 1,3  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. 
 
5.9  North Great Plain Operational Programme (NGPOP)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
North Great Plain Operational Programme  
 
2. Period cove red by the notification  
 
2015.  
 
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 Pla in 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 nat ional growth trajectory in order that a process 
of convergence may later begin.  G/SCM/N/315/EU/Add.13  
 
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In order for the strategic objective to be achieved, the following objectives have been set:  
 
 - Strengthening the region's SME sector  
 - Improving the income generating abili ty 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 procedures of absorption of support fro m 
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 g rants 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 priv ate 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 5 8% 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 3,9  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. 
 
5.10  North Hu ngary Operational Programme (NHOP)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
North Hungary Operational Programme  
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  2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2015. 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The overall objective of the programme is:  
 
To impro ve 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 econom y 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 Regul ation (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 o f 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 
Investme nt 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 i n 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 4,9 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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  5.11  Central Transdanubia Operational Programme (CTDOP)  
1. Title of t he subsidy programme  
 
Central Transdanubia Operational Programme  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2015. 
 
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 regional cohesion through investments in environm ent, 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.  
 
6. To whom and how the subsid y 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 Hung arian 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 0,2  billion.  
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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 assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A. 
 
5.12  Central Hungary Operational Programme (CHOP)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Central Hungary Operational Programme  
 
2. Period covered by the no tification  
 
2015. 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The overall objective of the operational programme is to improve the international competitiveness 
of the Central Hungary Region, with due regard to the principle of sustainable developm ent.  
 
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. Backgro und 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 sc hemes, 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 s et in 
the application calls.  
 
The typical subsidy may not be in excess of 44 % 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 contributio n of the 
Hungarian government)  
 
The total amount paid was HUF 1,4  billion.  
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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 assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A. 
 
5.13  West Pannon Operational Programme (WPOP)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
West Pannon Operational Programme  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2015. 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
Overall objective of the OP: to establish an econom ic and public service infrastructure in line with 
the regional environment through 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 
centres  
 - High quality environment and s afe 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 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 instituti ons in the 2007 -2013 programming period  
 MEHVM -PM Ministerial Decree 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 s ubsidy  
 
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 47 % of the total eligible costs. The average 
contribution of the Hungarian government was around 12%.  
 
7. Subsidy per un it or the total amount (the data contains only the contribution of the 
Hungarian government)  
 
The total amount paid was HUF 1,5 billion.  
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
These grant schemes may not be applied after the year 2015.  
 
9. Statistical data permittin g an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A. 
 
5.14  Central Europe Programme  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Central Europe Programme  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2015. 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The programme is implemented under the transnational cooperation strand of the European 
Territorial Cooperation objective, enabling cooperation between beneficiaries from regions from 8 
Member States and one permanent observer, Ukraine. The main goal of the programme is  
strengthening territorial cohesion, promoting internal integration and enhancing the 
competitiveness of Central Europe. The programme comprises the following priorities:  
  
 - Priority 1: Facilitating Innovation across Central Europe;  
 - Priority 2: Improv ing Accessibility of and within Central Europe;  
 - Priority 3: Using our Environment Responsibly;  
 - Priority 4: Enhancing Competitiveness and Attractiveness of Cities and Regions;  
 - Priority 5: Technical assistance.  
4. Background and authority for the su bsidy 
 
 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  
 Regulation (EC) No 1080/2006 of the European Parliame nt and of the Council of 
5 July 2006 on the European Regional Development Fund and repealing Regulation 
(EC) No 1783/1999  G/SCM/N/315/EU/Add.13  
 
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   Government Decree No 160/2009 (VIII. 3.) on the implementation of certain 
programmes related to European territor ial cooperation, funded by the European 
Regional Development Fund and the Instrument for Pre -Accession in the programming 
period 2007 -2013 
 
5. Form of the subsidy  
 
The subsidy is provided in the form of non -repayable subsidy.  
 
6. To whom and how the subsid y is provided  
 
Subsidy in the framework of the programme (under priorities 1 -4) is provided to transnational 
partnerships that may comprise private and public bodies as well as bodies that qualify as body 
governed by public law (as per Directive  2004/18/EC ). 
 
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 Hun garian 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 2015  was EUR 626  713,39 million.  
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
From 2007 to 2015.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N/A. 
 
5.15  South East Europe Transnational Co -operation Programme 2007 -2013  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
South East Europe Transnational Co -operation Programme 2007 -2013 
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2015. 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The programme is implemented under the transnational cooperation strand of the European 
Territorial Cooperation  objective, enabling cooperation between beneficiaries from 16 countries of 
the programme area, including 8 Member States, 6 countries with candidate or potential candidate 
country status and 2 countries classified as third countries. The general aim of th e programme is 
fostering the balanced territorial development and territorial integration of the programme area. 
The programme comprises the following priority axes:  
  
 - Priority axis 1: Facilitation of innovation and entrepreneurship;  
 - Priority axis 2:  Protection and improvement of the environment;  
 - Priority axis 3: Improvement of the accessibility;  
 - Priority axis 4: Development of transnational synergies for sustainable growth areas;  
 - Priority axis 5: Technical assistance.  G/SCM/N/315/EU/Add.13  
 
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4. Background and auth ority 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  
 Regulation (EC) No 1080/2006 of the European Parliame nt and of the Council of 
5 July 2006 on the European Regional Development Fund and repealing Regulation 
(EC) No 1783/1999  
 Government Decree No 160/2009 (VIII. 3.) on the implementation of certain 
programmes related to E uropean territorial cooperation, funded by the European 
Regional Development Fund and the Instrument for Pre -Accession in the programming 
period 2007 -2013 
 
5. Form of the subsidy  
 
The subsidy is provided in the form of non -repayable subsidy.  
 
6. To whom an d how the subsidy is provided  
 
Subsidy in the framework of the programme (under priority axes 1 -4) is provided to transnational 
partnerships that may comprise private and public bodies as well as bodies that qualify as body 
governed by public law (as per D irective  2004/18/EC).  
 
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 th e status of the Hungarian 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 2015  was EUR 1 203 588,67  
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
From 2007 to 2015.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N/A. 
 
5.16  Hungary -Slovakia Cross -border Co -operation Programme 2007 -2013  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Hungary -Slovakia Cross -border Co -operation Programme 2007 -2013 
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2015. 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The programme is implemented under the cross -border cooperation strand of the European 
Territorial Coop eration objective, enabling cooperation between beneficiaries from Hungary and 
Slovakia. The overall strategic goal of the programme is increasing the level of economic and 
social integration of the border area. The programme comprises the following priori ties in order to 
pursue the above strategic goal:  
  
 - Priority 1: Economy and society;  G/SCM/N/315/EU/Add.13  
 
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   - Priority 2: Environment, nature protection and accessibility;  
 - Priority 3: Technical assistance.  
 
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  
 Regulation (EC) No 1080/2006 of the European Parliame nt and  of the Council of 
5 July 2006 on the European Regional Development Fund and repealing Regulation 
(EC) No 1783/1999  
 Government Decree No 160/2009 (VIII. 3.) on the implementation of certain 
programmes related to European territorial cooperation, funded by the European 
Regional Development Fund and the Instrument for Pre -Accession in the programming 
period 2007 -2013 
 
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  
 
Subsidy in t he framework of the programme (under priorities 1 and 2) is provided to cross -border 
partnerships of legal persons that may comprise private and public bodies, bodies that qualify as 
body governed by public law (as per Directive  2004/18/EC) and EGTCs (Euro pean groupings of 
territorial cooperation).  
 
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 tak ing into account of the status of the Hungarian 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 2015  was EUR 3  709 762,38.  
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
From 2007 to 2015.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N/A. 
 
5.17  Hungary -Romania Cross -border Co -operation Programme 2007 -2013  
1. Title of the subsi dy programme  
 
Hungary -Romania Cross -border Co -operation Programme 2007 -2013 
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2015. 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The programme is implemented under the cross -border coo peration strand of the 
European Territorial Cooperation objective, enabling cooperation between beneficiaries from 
Hungary and Romania. The general objective of the programme is to bring the different actors – G/SCM/N/315/EU/Add.13  
 
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  people, economic actors and communities – closer to each other, in order to better exploit 
opportunities offered by the joint development of the border area. The programme also aims 
improving the competitiveness and attractiveness of the border area. The programme comprises 
the following priorities in order to pursue the above goals:  
  
 - Priority 1: Improve the key conditions of joint, sustainable development of the 
cooperation area (Improvement of cross -border transport, communication and 
environmental protection);  
 - Priority 2: Strengthen social and economic cohesion of the border area (Cooperation in 
the fields of business, RTD, education, labour market, health care and risk 
management);  
 - Priority 3: Technical assistance.  
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
 Council Regulation (EC) No 1083/2006 of 11 July 2006 layi ng down general provisions 
on the European Regional Development Fund, the European Social Fund and the 
Cohesion Fund and repealing Regulation (EC) No 1260/1999;  
 Regulation (EC) No 1080/2006 of the European Parliame nt and of the Council of 
5 July 2006 on th e European Regional Development Fund and repealing Regulation 
(EC) No 1783/1999;  
 Government Decree No 160/2009 (VIII. 3.) on the implementation of certain 
programmes related to European territorial cooperation, funded by the European 
Regional Development F und and the Instrument for Pre -Accession in the programming 
period 2007 -2013.  
 
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  
 
Subsidy in the framework of the programme (und er priorities 1 and 2) is provided to cross -border 
partnerships that may comprise public bodies, bodies that qualify as body governed by public law 
(as per Directive  2004/18/EC), non -profit private bodies or EGTCs (European groupings of 
territorial coopera tion).  
 
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  Hungarian 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 2015  was EUR 4  755 586,64  
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
From 2007 to 2015.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N/A. 
 
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  5.18  Austria -Hungary Cross -border Co -operation Programme 2007 -2013  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Austria -Hungary Cross -border Co -operation Programme 2007 -2013 
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2015. 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The programme is implemented under the cross -border cooperation strand of the European 
Territorial Cooperation objectiv e, enabling cooperation between beneficiaries from Austria and 
Hungary. The strategic objective of the programme is to foster the economical, social, 
environmental and cultural development of the border region and to reduce regional disparities by 
means of  cross-border cooperation. The programme comprises the following priorities in order to 
pursue the above goal:  
  
 - Priority 1: Innovation, integration and competitiveness;  
 - Priority 2: Sustainable development and accessibility;  
 - Priority 3: Technical assistance.  
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  
 Regulation (EC) No 1080/2006 of the European Parliame nt and of the Council of 
5 July 2006 on the European Regional Development Fund and repealing Regulation 
(EC) No 1783/1999  
 Government Decree No 160/2009 (VIII. 3.) on the implementation of certain 
programmes related to European territorial cooperation, funded by the European 
Regional Development Fund and the Instrument for Pre -Accession in the programming 
period 2007 -2013 
 
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  
 
Subsidy in the framework of the programme (under priorities 1 and 2) is provided to cross -border 
partnerships of legal persons that may comprise public bodies, bodies that qualify as body 
governed by public law (as per Directive  2004/18/EC), non -profit organisations and other 
organisations pursuing activities in the public interest on project level.  
 
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 Hungarian 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 2015  was EUR 330  066,47.  
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
From 2007 to 2015.  G/SCM/N/315/EU/Add.13  
 
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9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trad e effects of the subsidy  
 
N/A. 
 
5.19  Hungary -Croatia IPA Cross -border Co -operation Programme 2007 -2013  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Hungary -Croatia IPA Cross -border Co -operation Programme 2007 -2013 
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2015. 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The programme is implemented within the 2007 -2013 European Union financial framework. This 
strategic document is based on a joint planning effort between the Croatian and Hungarian sides, 
and is aimed at establishin g a framework for the activities which would lead to stronger socio -
economic co -operation and an improvement of the quality of life in the region. The programme 
comprises the following priorities in order to pursue the above goal:  
  
 - Priority 1: Sustaina ble Environment and Tourism  
 - Priority 2: Co -operative Economy and Intercommunity Human Resource Development  
 - Priority 3: Technical assistance.  
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
 Council Regulation (EC) No 1085/2006 of 17 July 2006 establishin g an Instrument for 
Pre-Accession Assistance (IPA)  
 Commission Regulation (EC) 718/2007 of 12 June 2007 implementing Council 
Regulation 1085/2006  
 
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  
 
Subsidy in the framework of the programme (under priorities 1 and 2) is provided to cross -border 
partnerships of legal persons that may comprise public bodies, bodies that qualify as body 
governed by public law (as per Directive  2004/1 8/EC), non -profit organisations and other 
organisations pursuing activities in the public interest on project level.  
 
National state co -financing is provided on a complementary basis to all Hungarian partners 
participating in projects selected for communit y co-financing. The rate of national state co -
financing is determined taking into account of the status of the Hungarian partner and may not 
exceed 15%.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount (the data contains only the contribution of the 
Hungarian gove rnment for priorities other than Technical Assistance)  
 
The total amount paid in 2013 was EUR 1  631 106,50  
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
From 2007 to 2016.  
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  9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N/A. 
 
5.20  Hungary -Serbia IPA Cross -border Co -operation Programme 2007 -2013  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Hungary -Serbia IPA Cross -border Co -operation Programme 2007 -2013 
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2015. 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The programme is implemented within the 2007 -2013 European Union financial framework. This 
strategic document is based on a joint planning effort between the Serbian and Hungarian sides, 
and is aimed at establishing a framework for the activities which would lead to stronger socio -
economic co -operation and an improvement of the quality of life in the region. The programme 
comprises the following priorities in order to pursue the above goal:  
  
 - Priority 1: Infrastructure and environment  
 - Priority 2: Economy , education and culture  
 - Priority 3: Technical assistance.  
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
 Council Regulation (EC) No 1085/2006 of 17 July 2006 establishing an Instrument for 
Pre-Accession Assistance (IPA)  
 Commission Regulation (EC) 718/2007  of 12 June 2007 implementing Council 
Regulation 1085/2006  
 
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  
 
Subsidy in the framework of the programme (under priorities 1 and  2) is provided to cross -border 
partnerships of legal persons that may comprise public bodies, bodies that qualify as body 
governed by public law (as per Directive  2004/18/EC), non -profit organisations and other 
organisations pursuing activities in the pub lic interest on project level.  
 
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 acco unt of the status of the Hungarian 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 2015  was EUR 1  267 400,60.  
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
From 2007 to 2016.  
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  9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N/A. 
 
5.21  Slovenia -Hungary Cross -border Co -operation Programme 2007 -2013  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Slovenia -Hungary Cross -border Co -operation Programme 2007 -2013 
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2015. 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The programme is implemented under the cross -border cooperation strand of the European 
Territo rial Cooperation objective, enabling cooperation between beneficiaries from Slovenia and 
Hungary. It aims to develop a competitive and sustainable cooperation area that offers access to 
work and income opportunity. It should also have a positive impact in areas such as: rural 
development and tourism, the preservation and conservation of natural and cultural assets, the 
promotion of cultural identity and regional development and health cooperation. In addition, the 
Programme aims to create better cross -borde r transport connections, support environmental 
protection and increase the use of renewable energy sources. Work also focuses on improving 
management capacities and encouraging institutional networking. The programme comprises the 
following priorities in o rder to pursue the above goal:   
 - Priority 1: Increasing the attractiveness of the cooperation area;  
 - Priority 2: Sustainable development;  
 - Priority 3: Technical assistance.  
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;  
 Regulation (EC) No 1080/2006 of the European Parliame nt and of the Cou ncil of 
5 July 2006 on the European Regional Development Fund and repealing Regulation 
(EC) No 1783/1999;  
 Government Decree No 160/2009 (VIII. 3.) on the implementation of certain 
programmes related to European territorial cooperation, funded by the Europe an 
Regional Development Fund and the Instrument for Pre -Accession in the programming 
period 2007 -2013.  
 
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  
 
Subsidy in the framew ork of the programme (under priorities 1 and 2) is provided to cross -border 
partnerships of legal persons that may comprise public bodies, bodies that qualify as body 
governed by public law (as per Directive  2004/18/EC), non -profit organisations and other 
organisations pursuing activities in the public interest on project level.  
 
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 Hungarian partner and may not 
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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 2015  was EUR 149  618,44.  
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
From 2007 to 2015.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N/A. 
 
5.22  Hungary -Slovakia -Romania -Ukraine ENPI Cross -border Co -operation Programme 
2007 -2013  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Hungary -Slovakia -Romania -Ukraine ENPI Cross -border Co -operation Programme 2007 -2013 
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2015. 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The overa ll objective of the programme is to intensify and deepen the cooperation in an 
environmentally, socially and economically sustainable way between Zakarpatska, Ivano -
Frankivska and Chernivetska regions of Ukraine and eligible and adjacent areas of  Hungary, 
Romania and Slovakia  
 
The achievement of the overall objective of the proposed strategy is envisaged by implementing 
measures that contribute to the achievement of the objective by their expected results. Foreseen 
measures are grouped into priorities:  
 
 - Priority 1.: Promote economic and social development (Knowledge transfer and 
practice -sharing to promote joint developments of businesses and increase t ouristic 
attractiveness of the area.)  
 - Priority 2.: Enhance environmental quality (To enhance the qual ity of air, waters, soil 
and forestry resources and reduce risks of damages on natural environment)  
 - Priority 3.: Increase border efficiency (To increase efficiency of border management 
on the Ukrainian border)  
 - Priority 4.: Support people to people co operation (To improve the effectiveness of 
public services and increase mutual understanding of various groups of the  society)  
 
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
 Council Regulation (EC) No 1638/2006 of 24 October 2006 laying down general 
provisi ons establishing a European Neighbourhood and Partnership Instrument  
 Regulation (EC) No 951/2007 of 9 August 2007 implementing rules for cross -border 
cooperation programmes financed under Regulation (EC) No 1638/2006 of the 
European Parliament and of the C ouncil laying down general provisions establishing a 
European Neighbourhood and Partnership Instrument  
 Government Decree No 228/2008. (IX. 12.) on the implementation of Hungary -
Slovakia -Romania ENPI CBC Programme, funded by the European Neighbourhood and 
Partnership Instrument in the programming period 2007 -2013.  
 
5. Form of the subsidy  
 
The subsidy is provided in the form of non -repayable subsidy.  
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  6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Subsidy in the framework of the programme is provided to cross -border partnerships that may 
comprise public bodies, bodies that qualify as body governed by public law (as per 
Directive  2004/18/EC), non -profit private bodies or EGTCs (European groupings of territorial 
cooperation).  
 
National state co -financing is provide d 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 Hungarian 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 amou nt paid in 2015  was EUR 119  814,77.  
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
From 2007 to 2015.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N/A. 
 
5.23  Agriculture and Rural Development Operational Programme  
NEW HUNGARY RURAL DEVELOPMENT PRAGRAMME (NHRDP) 2011  
 
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
New Hungary Rural Developm ent Programme 2007 -2013 
 
2.  Period covered by the notification  
 
2015. 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The fundamental objective is the improvement of the competitiveness of Hungarian agriculture by 
establishing a sector that, by the di versification of production and activities, contributes to the 
development of domestic agriculture and the improvement of quality of life for the rural population 
by 2015 , along with maintaining the present employment rate and producing 30% more added 
value. 
 
The structure of the Programme is an axis -based framework, in which the axes represent the main 
rural development priorities:  
 
 - Improving the competitiveness of agriculture, food production and forestry  
 - Improving the environment and the countrysid e 
 - Enhancement of quality of life throughout rural Hungary; diversification of the rural 
economy  
 - LEADER – Community based actions for the development of rural economy  
4. Background and authority for the subsidy   
 
 Council Regulation (EC) No 1698/2005 o n support for rural development by the 
European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development;  G/SCM/N/315/EU/Add.13  
 
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   Commission Regulation (EC) No 1974/2006 laying down detailed rules for the 
application of Council Regulation (EC) No 1698/2005 on support for rural development 
by the  European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development (EAFRD)  
 
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   
 
 - Organization selected  via public procurement procedure;  
 - Farmers (agricultural producers and forest holders) and their associations, other land 
users;  
 - Private entrepreneurs, private companies, legal entities and business entities with no 
legal personality;  
 - Producer gr oups;  
 - Micro -enterprises;  
 - Non-profit organizations, local municipalities, churches.  
The objectives of the Programme are fulfilled through the different measures in the 4 -axis-
framework. The conditions of the submission of claims are published in natio nal legislation created 
by the Managing Authority. Claims  have to be submitted during the given interval on the given 
submission forms (also part of the relevant legislation). All claims are checked, assessed and 
ranked by the Managing Authority.  
 
Subsid ies may vary significantly due to the nature of the measure: investment support is typically 
a one -off amount, while in the II. axis there are area -based, multiple -year long commitments, for 
which the beneficiary has to apply only once, at the beginning of  the support period.    
 
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 49,18 bil lion (EUR  165.56  million) 
in 2015 . 
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
Duration of the subsidy varies by measure.  
 
The duration of the Programme itself corresponds with the EU budgetary period 2007 -2013. The 
official closing date of the Programme is 2013.12.31, but on the basis of the so -called n+2 rule, 
the allocation of year "n" may be paid by the end of year "n+2". Consequently, payments on the 
basis of the present Programme may be paid until 2015.12.31.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the tra de effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A.   
 
B.  2014 -2020   
5.24  Human Resource Development OP  (HRDOP)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Human Resources Development Operational Programme  
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  2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2015. 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The overall objective of the HRDOP  is increas ing human capital and improving the social 
environment.  The OP has been designed to effectively address social and demographic challenges.  
 
HRDOP contribute s to social inclusion by integrat ing unused social resources and seeks to r einforc e 
the social role of the family , as well as  strengthen s social cohesion . Interventions concerning 
health promotion and disease prevention improve infrastructure and the preventive capacity of the 
health care syst em. Another aim of HRDOP is to i mprov e the quality of public education and in 
parallel  to lower the number of early  school leav ers. The reform of tertiary education brings about 
increase in the number of people with tertiary qualification  and strengthens t he rising generation 
of researchers. 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 Eur opean Parl iament 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  
 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  
 
Potenti al beneficiaries are local governments, minority local governments and their institutions and 
associations; budgetary organizations; public bodies; judicial organizations;  nurseries , public 
educational institutions; tertiary educational institutions;  resea rch 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 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 w as HUF 0,0  billion. 
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
From 2014 to 2023.  
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  9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N/A. 
 
5.25  Economic Development and Innovation OP  (EDIOP)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Economic Developm ent and Innovation Operational Programme 2014 -2020 
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2015. 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
Overall objectives:  
 
 The main objective, scope of the programme is the improvement of the competitiveness o f 
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 encou rage enterprises to develop and 
enhance the quality 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, informat ion, and technological, natural and cultural 
resources, which are important for companies, should be increased; accessability of 
foreign markets should be easier for them . 
 
 - Strengthening of economic cooperation:  mitigation of the disadvantages coming 
from low economies of scale through collective activities in development, production, 
market accessability and the support of knowledge transfer . 
 
 - Removal of competitiveness barriers : elimination of competitiveness hurdles 
coming from lack in financing, c apital, 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 operational programmes of the M ember 
States: of those EDIOP supports 7 thematic objectives, which cover R&D, ICT, SME, low 
CO2 emission economy, tourism, employment, training and adult and vocational training . 
EDIOP will draw on two of the structural funds: the European Regional Develop ment 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 eight priority axes 
covering t he 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 Parliamen t an d 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 
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  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  1304/2013 of the European Parliament an d 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 an d of the Council of 
17 December  2013 on the European Region al 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, 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 with regard to methodologies for climate change support, the dete rmination 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 planni ng 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 was coordinated by the State 
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 operational program(s) and the national 
strategy for smart specialization.  
 
In ad dition, 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 susta inable 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.  
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  The highlighted target group of EDIOP in accordan ce 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 ma king 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 fulfill ing developments fitting in the  EU 
2020 st rategy. 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 companies. The circumstances of th e 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 support under the EDIOP. According ly, 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 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 objecti ve, pro ducts 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 enterpr ises 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 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 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 
combined with grants.  
 
In terms of improving employability the EDIOP priority 5 provides su pport 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 implementation of the Youth 
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  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 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 com petences 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 am ount paid was HUF 0, 02 billion . 
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
Based on Article 65(2) of Regulation (EU) No 1303/2013, cos ts incurred between 1 January 2 014 
and 31 December 2023 are eligible for the purposes of EDIOP.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an asses sment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A.  
 
5.26  Integrated Transport Development OP (ITOP)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Integrated Transport Development Operational Programme  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2015.  
 
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 sustai nable, 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 : 
 
o The improvement of the competitiveness of economic actors and the enhancement of 
their international participation indirectly, through the development and modernisation 
of the transport infrastructure.  
o The expansion of employment indirectly, through the  availability of extended transport 
options and the enhancement of geographical mobility.  
o The improvement of energy and resource efficiency directly, through the 
reinforcement of public transport and modes of transport that are more friendly to the 
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  o 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 EUROPEA N 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  
 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 eligib le 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 i n 
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 contains only the cont ribution of the 
Hungarian government)  
 
Grant paid from national budget: HUF 0,0 billion.  
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
These grant schemes may not be paid after 31/12/2023.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A. 
 
5.27  Environment and Energy Efficiency OP  (EEEOP)  
1. Title of the subsidy program me  
 
Environment and Energy Efficiency Operational Programme (EE EOP) 
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2015. 
 
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:  
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   Adaptation to climate chan ge 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 renewin g 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 Parl iament and of the Council of 
17 December  2013 laying down common prov isions 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 Dev elopment 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 Funds from Certain 
European Union Fu nds in the 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.  
 
The average  subsidy is around 5 0% of the total eligible costs.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount  
 
Grant paid from national budget: HUF 0 ,03 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. 
 
5.28  Public Administration and Public Service Development  OP (PASOP)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Public Administration and Public Service Development Operational Programme  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2015. 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
Stimulating the economy has a key role in achieving Hungary 's compet itive advantage in the 
region. PADOP aims to contribute to that by reducing administrativ e burdens and increasing 
service level.  G/SCM/N/315/EU/Add.13  
 
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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 elab orated 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 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 R egional 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 Eur opean 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); Governme nt 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 e ducation 
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 proje cts 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 0 ,0 billion . 
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
2014.01.01.  - 2023.12.31.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A. 
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  5.29  Supporting the Deprived OP (SDOP)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Supporting the Deprived Operational Programme  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2015. 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The SDOP is directed in Hungary at the use of  the Fund for Eu ropean 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 t he 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 incl usion; 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 Parl iament and of the Council of 
11 March 2014 on the Fund for European Ai d 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 
 
5. Form of the subsidy  
 
The subsidy is in the form of non -repayable support schemes.  
 
6. To whom and how th e 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 0 ,0 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. 
 
5.30  Territorial and Settlement Development OP (TOP)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Territorial and Settlement Development Operational Programme  
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  2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2015. 
 
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 pr imary 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 d evelopment 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 friend ly 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 t hese 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 assistanc e 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 Eur opean 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 . 
 
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, 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 the TOP actions is territorially coordinated.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount (the data contains only the contribution of the 
Hungarian governmen t) in 2015  
 
The total amount paid was  HUF 0 ,0 billion . 
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  8.  Duration of the subsidy  
 
These grant schemes may no t be applied after the year 2023 . 
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A. 
 
5.31  Competitive Central Hu ngary O P (CCHOP)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Competitive Central Hungary Operational Programme  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2015. 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The Competitive Central Hungary Operational Programme (C CHOP) 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 allocat ed 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 programme area) and which have an impact at a national level.  
 
The CCHOP allocates the avail able 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 suc h 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 development of 
the Central Hungary Region and further improving its competitiveness, whilst simultaneousl y 
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  1707/20 14. (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 Develop ment 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) N o 1083/2006  
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  5. Form of the subsid  
 
The subsidy is in the form of non -repayable 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 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.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount (the data contains only the contribution of the 
Hungarian government) in 2 015 
 
The total amount paid was  HUF 0 ,0 billion . 
 
8.  Duration of the subsidy  
 
 These grant schemes may no t be applied after the year 2023 . 
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A. 
 
HUNGARY 2016  
1  CORPORATE TAX C ONCESSIONS TO ASSIST  STRUCTURAL ADJUSTMEN T AND 
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT   
1.1  Tax Relief for Projects of Small and Medium Enterprises  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Tax relief for projects of small and medium enterprises.  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2016. 
 
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, paragr aph (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 en terprises, provided all of their members were private natural 
persons in the tax year.  
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  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 pr e-tax profit or 30 million HUF.  
 
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  Tax Concession for Small and Medium Sized Enterprises  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Tax concession for small and medium sized enterprises.  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2016. 
 
3. Policy objective and/or  purpose of the subsidy  
 
The purpose of this tax concession is to stimulate investment activities of small and medium -sized 
enterprises.  
 
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
The tax concession is provided for by Section 22/A of Act LXXXI of 1996 on 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  
 
Small and medium -sized enterprises financing their investments by bank loans.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount  
 
The tax concession is equal to 40 % of the interest paid on bank loans (in case of  contrac ts signed 
between 31 December 2000 and 31 December 2013) during the tax year and 60 % in cas e of loans 
contracted after 31 December  2013. The conce ssion may not be in excess of 6  million HUF per 
year.  
 
The amount of tax benefit is not yet available.  
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
This tax concession was introduced in 2001. No explicit time limit is attached to this subsidy.  
 
9. Statis tical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A.  
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  1.3  Tax Concession Related to Development Projects  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Tax concession related to development projects.  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2016. 
 
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 concession has been provided for by Section 22/B of Act LXXXI of 1996 on the Co rporate 
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  
 
Tax concession is granted to a taxpayer whose development project entails an investment of  at 
least 3 billion HUF or 1 billion HUF if the project is started and operated in preferable regions. The 
tax concession can be applied in the four years following the first year in which the tax concession 
is used if:  
 
a. the average number of workers empl oyed exceeds the average number of persons 
employed during the tax year prior to the commencement of the project, or - at the 
taxpayer 's discretion - the mathematical average calculated based on the three tax years 
before the commencement of the project by  at least 150 workers - or 75 workers if the 
project is started and operated within the administrative jurisdiction of a favored 
municipal government specified in the relevant government decree -, or 
b. the taxpayer 's annualized wage costs are at least six hu ndred times greater than the 
amount of the prevailing minimum wage effective on the first day of the tax year as 
calculated for the tax year - or at least three hundred times greater if the project is 
launched and operated within the administrative jurisdi ction of a favored municipal 
government specified in the relevant government decree - as compared to the 
annualized wage costs of the year preceding the year in which the project was launched, 
or - at the taxpayer 's discretion - the mathematical average of  wage costs calculated 
from the annualized data based on the period of three tax years before the 
commencement of the project.   
Tax concession is granted also for:  
 
a. development projects with a value of at least 100 million HUF, if it constitutes the launc h 
and operation of an independent environmental protection project or a wideband 
Internet service or a food facility project or a basic research, applied research and 
experimental development or a motion picture and video production project,  
b. development pr ojects with a value of at least 100 million HUF, if these projects have 
been financed by newly issued shares and the relevant joint -stock company is registered 
at the stock exchange,  
c. projects serving to create new jobs.  
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  With respect to the EU 's relevant regulation, the national legislation on the development 
tax benefit has changed from the 4  July 2014. The new principles are generally in line with 
the previous programme.  
In the frames of the new system, tax credit shall be granted to taxpayers:  
 
a. for inv estment projects valued at three billion forints or more at current prices;  
b. for investment projects started and operated within the administrative jurisdiction of a 
favored municipal government that satisfies the criteria specified 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 million 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;  
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 market), 
not later than the last day of the third year following that day;  
i. for investment projects valued at 500 million forints or more at current prices, 
implemented by small and medium -sized enterprises;  
j. for investment projects valued at 100 million forints or more at current prices, 
implemented in a free enterprise zone;  
k. if operated in accordance with the government decree.  
Tax relief for the projects a) and b) above shall be granted if during the four tax years following 
the first year in which the tax allowance is used:  
 
a. the average number of workers employed (excluding of the workers employed in foreign 
branches) exceeds the average number of persons employed during the tax year prior to 
the commencement of the project, or - at the taxpayers discretion - the mathematical 
average calc ulated based on the three tax years before the commencement of the 
project by at least 150 workers - or 75 workers if the project is started and operated 
within the administrative jurisdiction of a favored municipal government specified in the 
relevant gov ernment decree -, or; 
b. if the taxpayers annualized wage costs (excluding of the wage costs of workers 
employed in foreign branches) are at least six hundred times greater than the amount of 
the prevailing minimum wage effective on the first day of the tax y ear as calculated for 
the tax year - or at least three hundred times greater if the project is launched and 
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  of the year preceding the year in which the project was launched, or - at the taxpayers 
discretion - the mathematical average of wage costs calculated from the annualized data 
based on the period of three tax years before the commencem ent of the project.  
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 concession  may be claimed up to 80 % of the corporate income tax otherwise payable.  
 
The amount of tax benefit is not yet available.  
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
The tax concession 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 nine tax 
years, at the latest during the fourteenth tax year following the tax year in which the notification 
or the application was submitted.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an asse ssment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A.  
 
1.4  Tax Relief for Employment  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Tax relief for employment.  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2016. 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The objective of t his scheme is to promote employment.  
 
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
This tax relief has been provided for by Section 7 paragraph (1) subparagraph y) 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  
 
Micro enterprises with no more than five employees.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount  
 
The deduction from the corporate tax base is equal  to the sum received by multiplying the 
minimum wage by any increment in the average number of employees in comparison to the 
previous tax year. This tax relief can be applied if the taxpayer has no tax debts.  
 
The amount of tax benefit is not yet availab le. 
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
This tax relief was introduced in 2005. No explicit time limit is attached to this subsidy.  G/SCM/N/315/EU/Add.13  
 
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9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A.  
 
1.5  Preferential Tax Rate  
1. Title of the su bsidy programme  
 
Preferential tax rate.  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2016. 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The programme is intended to reduce tax burden for smaller companies.  
 
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
This tax benefit is provided for by Section 19 paragraphs (2) of Act LXXXI of 1996 on the 
Corporate Tax and Dividend Tax.  
 
5. Form of the subsidy  
 
The subsidy is in the form of reduced corporate tax rate.  
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
The corporate tax shall be 10 % of the positive tax base up to five hundred million forints.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount  
 
A preferential tax rate of 10 % is applicable to the part of the tax  base which does not exceed 
500 million  HUF, while any exce ss profits are taxable at the general 19 % rate. 
 
The amount of tax benefit is not yet available.  
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
This regime was introduced in 2010. No explicit time limit is attached to this subsidy.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assess ment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A. 
 
1.6  Tax Relief for Research and Development  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Tax relief for research and development.  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2016. 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the su bsidy 
 
The objective of this scheme is to promote the R&D activity.  
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  4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
The tax relief is provided for by Section 7 paragraph (1) subparagraph t) and paragraphs  (17) and 
(18) 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  
 
The direct cost of basic research, applied research and experimental development carried out  
within the taxpayer 's own scope of activities (not including the value of research and experimental 
development services provided by a resident taxpayer, by the domestic branch of a nonresident 
entrepreneur or - pursuant to the Personal Income Tax Act - by a private entrepreneur directly or 
indirectly) claimed in the tax year in which it is incurred or, at the taxpayer 's discretion, if these 
costs are shown under the capitalized value of experimental development (intellectual property) in 
the tax year in w hich depreciation is claimed, up to the amount claimed as depreciation decreases 
the corporate income tax base. The taxpayer may not decrease its corporate income tax base with 
the amount of any support or assistance requested from the tax authority before  the balance sheet 
date or received during the tax year for development purposes or for covering the cost (expenses) 
of its activity without any obligation of repayment, or - if applicable - in the amount of income 
included in the pre -tax profit for the ta x year under the title of grant or support.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount  
 
The deduction from the corporate tax base is equal to the direct costs of basic research, applied 
research and experimental development incurred. Any support or assistanc e received for 
development purposes cannot be taken into account.  
 
The amount of tax benefit is not yet available.  
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
This tax relief was introduced in 1997. No explicit time limit is attached to this subsidy.  
 
9. Statistical da ta permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A.  
 
1.7  Tax Concession for Film Production  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Tax concession for film production and protection of performers' rights.  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2016. 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The purpose of this tax concession is to stimulate film production and the protection of performers' 
rights.  
 
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
The tax concession is provided for by Sect ion 22 paragraphs (1) -(3) of Act LXXXI of 1996 on 
Corporate Tax and Dividend Tax.  
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  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  
 
Taxpayers sponsoring film productions  and/or associations for the protection of performers' rights.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount  
 
The tax concession is equal to the amount donated for film production or for the association for the 
protection of performers' rights. The tax concess ion can be applied the current tax year and the 
following six tax years .  
 
The tax concession may be claimed up to 70 % of the corporate income tax otherwise payable. The 
total amount contained in the certificates of entitlement for tax concession issued by  the motion 
picture authority in connection with any particular motion picture may not exceed 25 % of the 
direct production costs as approved by the motion picture authority.  
 
The amount of tax benefit is not yet available.  
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
This tax concession was introduced in 1 April 2004. No explicit time limit is attached to this 
subsidy.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A. 
 
1.8  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  
 
2016. 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The objective of this scheme is to promote investment activ ities in underdeveloped regions.  
 
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 investments in underdeveloped regions.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount  
 
Small and medium -sized enterprises may claim 10 0% depreciation on the value of machinery, 
equipment and vehicles (except passenger cars), which have never been used previously, if these 
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The amount of tax benefit is not yet available.  
 
8. Durati on of the subsidy  
 
This tax relief was introduced in 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. 
 
1.9  Tax Allowance on Sponsorship of Popular Team Spo rts 
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
  
Tax Allowance on Sponsorship of Popular Team Sports.  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2016. 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The objective of this scheme is to sponsor of Popular Team Sports.  
 
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
The tax concession is provided for by Section 22/C paragraph (1) of Act LXXXI of 1996 on 
Corporate Tax and Dividend Tax.  
 
5. Form of the subsidy  
 
This subsidy is in the form of deduction from the corporate ta x. 
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Within the framework of sponsorship of popular team sports, taxpayers may provide support 
(funding) under the following titles:  
 
a. to national associations of popular team sports,  
b. to amateur sports organization s holding membership in a national association of a 
popular team sport, including sports academies set up under the national association 
according to the Sports Act,  
c. to professional sports organizations holding membership in a national association of a 
popular team sport:  
d. to public foundations created for the promotion of a popular team sport,  
e. to sports bodies governed by public law, created for the strategic development of sports, 
vested with decision -making powers having regard to the allocation of State aid for 
sports as specified in the annual budget act, through which the aid is made available.  
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount  
 
Additional tax allowances may be claimed up to 70 % of the tax decreased by the tax concession 
related to development pro jects.  
 
The amount of tax benefit is not yet available.  
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  8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
This tax relief was introduced in 2011. No explicit time limit is attached to this subsidy.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subs idy 
 
N.A. 
 
1.10  Tax Concession for Performing Art  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Tax Concession for Performing Art.  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2016. 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The objective of this scheme is to stimulat e performing art.  
 
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
The tax concession is provided for Section 22. paragraphs (4) -(5) of Act LXXXI of 1996 on 
Corporate Tax and Dividend Tax.  
 
5. Form of the subsidy  
 
This subsidy is in the form of deduction fro m the corporate tax.  
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Taxpayers to promote performing art.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount  
 
Additional tax allowances may be claimed up to 70 % of the tax decreased by the tax concession 
related to develo pment projects.  
 
The amount of tax benefit is not yet available.  
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
This tax relief was introduced in 2009. 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 TE CHNOLOGICAL INNOVATI ON FUND 2016  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Research and Technological Innovation Fund  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2016. 
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  3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The Fund is  intended to improve the competitiveness and innovation performance of the Hungarian 
economy.  Its main objectives are:  
 
- to increase and concentrate the innovation activity of the enterprises with the 
emphasis on utilization  of innovative, marketable and c ompetitive products;  
 - to increase the regional innovation capacity;  
- to increase the cooperation between the research and industrial production sphere by 
improving the conditions of innovation environment.  
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
Act XC. of 2003. on the Research and Technological Innovation Fund (hereinafter: Act) . 
Act CXXXIV. of 2004 on Research, Development and Technological Innovation  
 
5. Form of the subsidy  
 
Grant . 
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Public and private res earch organizations , enterprises, SMEs, non -profit organizations  and natural 
persons may receive subsidy.  
 
Common projects conducted by companies in consortia with other applicants may also receive 
subsidy.  
 
Support from the Fund may be received through op en tender procedures for the purposes set in 
the Act.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount  
 
Payments under this programme amounted to HUF 34,92billion.  
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
No explicit time limit is attached to the programme.  
 
9. Statistical d ata permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A. 
 
3  BUDGETARY SCHEME EAR MARKED FOR ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT  
1. Title of the subsidy programme, if relevant, or brief description or identification of the subsidy.  
 
Budgetary scheme earmarked f or economic development  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2016. 
 
3. Policy objective and / or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The scheme is designed to help SMEs overcome disadvantages inherent in their size.  
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  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 15/2013. 
(IV. 16.) of the Minister for National Development on the detailed rules for the use of the 
budgetary scheme earmarked for economic development.  
 
5. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc.).  
 
According to the Act XXXIV of 2004 on the Small and Medium Sized Enterprises and on the 
Support of their Devel opment 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 ownership interest in venture capital funds. In 2014 according to the Decree 15/20 13. (IV. 16.) 
of the Minister for National Development the support was provided for in the form of interest 
subsidy and surety fee subsidy.  
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided (whether 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 Act XXXIV of 2004 all kinds of subsidy are awarded through tender procedures, 
targeted directly or indirectly to micro, small or medium -sized enterprises (SME s). 
 
Support may be granted for programmes whose purpose is i.a.  
 
- to help SMEs managing liquidity and financing working capital, to explore potential 
loan opportunities,  
- to attain entrepreneurial knowledge, to develop entrepreneurial culture and 
managerial  qualities.  
7. Subsidy per unit  
 
The total amount accounted for HUF 1.429 billion.  
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
2016. 
 
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   
 
National Employment Fund  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2016.  
 
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 provi ded for by 18. § of the Act IV of 1991 on Job Assistance and Unemployment 
Benefits and the 18. § § of the Decree 6/1996. (VII. 16.) of the Minister for Employment on 
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5. Form of the subsidy  
 
Non-reimb ursable 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 3 year s in accordance of the original purpose  
and 
- maintain the employee number indicated in the application at least 2 years after hiring 
them.  
The subs idy may not be in excess of 25 -50% of the programme's total costs depending on the 
regional classification. T his 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 16,000 million.  
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
No explicit time limit is atta ched to this program.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
In 2014, 16 billion Ft (53 million euro) support was provided for 1625  businesses. 80 % of the 
support was given for businesses  in the disadvantaged re gions. The support allowed the creation 
of 8200 new jobs, 5700 job seekers were employed and 20  000 jobs could be preserved by the 
subsidy.  
 
5  CO-FINANCED SUBSIDY PRO GRAMMES 2016  
A.  2007 -2013  
5.1  Economic Development Operational Programme (EDOP)  
1. Title of th e subsidy programme  
 
Economic Development Operational Programme  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2016. 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
Overall objectives:  
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  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 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 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 proced ures 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 
grant ed 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 EU 
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 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 4,1 billio n. 
 
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.   
 
5.2  Environment and Energy Operational Programme (EEOP)  
1. Title of the subsi dy programme  
 
Environment and Energy Operational Programme  
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  2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2016.  
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The developments identified in the Environment and Energy Operational Programme are intended 
to mi tigate our country's environmental problems, thus improving the quality of life of our society 
and promoting the 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 Europea n 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 man ual 
 
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 institutions and enterprises with eligible development projects may receive 
support for the accomplishme nt 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 government)  
 
Grant paid from national budget: HUF 1,5 billion. 
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
These grant schemes may not be applied after the year 2015.  
 
9. Statist ical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A. 
 
5.3  Social Renewal Operational Programme ( SROP)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Social Renewal Operational Programme  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2016. 
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  3. Policy objec tive and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The overall objective of the Social Renewal Operational 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 through 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 
exploite d 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 described 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 op erational 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 ca lls. 
 
Typically the subsidy may not be in excess of 97 % 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 in 2016 HUF 8,5  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. 
 
5.4  Social Infrastructure Operational Programme ( SIOP)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Social Infrastructure Operational Programme  
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  2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2016. 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
For the success of the intervention s 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, o n 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 infrastructur al 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 no n-formal and 
informal learning,  
 - the health care system,  
 - the institutional system of employment and social services.  
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 Decre e 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 eligible costs. The average 
contribution of the Hungarian government was around 14%.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount (the data con tains only the contribution of the 
Hungarian government)  
 
The total amount pa id was in 2016  HUF 4,1 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. 
 
5.5  Transport Operational Programme ( TOP)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Transport Operational Programme  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2016. 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The comprehensive obje ctive 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 
the above objectives:  
 
 - Improving the internatio nal road accessibility of the country and the regional centres . 
This priority involves the development, modernisation of the trans -European ro ad 
transport corridors (TEN -T). 
 - Improving the international railway and waterway accessibility of the country a nd 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 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 ru les. 
 
Non-repayable support may be received through open tender procedures for the purposes set in 
the application calls  
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  Typically the subsidy may not be in excess of 99 % of the project's total eligible costs. The average 
contribution of the Hungarian gov ernment 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 43,2 billion.  
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
These grant schemes may not be applied after th e year 2015.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A. 
 
5.6  Electronic Public Administration Operational Programme ( EPAOP)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Electronic Public Administration Operational Programme  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2016.  
 
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 make 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 mo dernisation of the procedures, processes and services of 
public administration and the judiciary system 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 su bsidy  
 
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 assoc iations; Other administrative bodies, Companies 
in state 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 supp ort 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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  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 0,2 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. 
 
5.7  South Great Plain Operational Programme (SGPOP)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
South Great Plain Operational Programme  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2016.  
 
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 economi c structure based on innovation.  
 - Improvement of municipal 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 108 3/2006 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 s upport 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 fo r 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 
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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 0,1 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. 
 
5.8  South Transdanubia Operational Programme (STDOP)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
South Transdanubia Operational Programme  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2016.  
 
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 Transdanubi a 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 o n 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 Fu nd, 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 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 a id 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 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 ,03 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. 
 
5.9  North Great Plain Operational Programme (NGPOP)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
North Great Plain Operational Programme  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2016. 
 
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 com petitiveness 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, three specific objectives have been set:  
 
 - Strengthening the region's SME sector  
 - Improving the income generating ability of tourism  
 - Improving the popul ation'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 pro visions 
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  
 Gover nment Decree 547/2013 (XII. 30.) on the single operational manual  
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  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 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 total amount paid was HUF 0,3  billion.  
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
These g rant schemes may not be applied after the year 2015.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A. 
 
5.10  North Hungary Operational Programme (NHOP)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
North Hungary Operational Programme  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2016. 
 
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 differen ces 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 attracti ng 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 F und 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  G/SCM/N/315/EU/Add.13  
 
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   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 d evelopment 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 ope n 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 0,2  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 t rade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A. 
 
5.11  Central Transdanubia Operational Programme (CTDOP)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Central Transdanubia Operational Programme  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2016.  
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the sub sidy 
 
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 regional cohesion through investments in environment, and transport 
infrastructure  
 - Establish efficient and renewable human infrastructure background  
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  4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
 Council Re gulation (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  
 
5. Form of the subsidy  
 
The subsidy is in the form of non -repayable support schemes, except for the "Regional Capital 
Inves tment 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 sub sidy 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 amou nt paid was HUF 0,01 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. 
 
5.12  Central Hungary Operational Programme (CHOP)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Central Hungary Operational Programme  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2016. 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The overall objective of the operational programme is to improve the international compe titiveness 
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 dev elop the Region's internal cohesion and the harmony of its spatial structure . G/SCM/N/315/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 Eu ropean 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 operationa l 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 44 % of the total eligible costs. The average 
contribution of the Hungarian government was arou nd 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 ,1 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. 
 
5.13  West Pannon Operational Programme (WPOP)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
West Pannon Operational Programme  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2016.  
 
3. Policy obje ctive 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 environmentally consciously planned development in order to 
promote growth and employ ment.  
 
Five specific development objectives support this overall objective:  
 - Economy built on local innovative resources and corporate networks  
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   - Network of towns comprised of liveable t owns 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 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 Capi tal 
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. Refundabl e 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 ty pical 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 0,04  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. 
 
5.14  Central Europe Programme  
1. Title of th e subsidy programme  
 
Central Europe Programme  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2016. 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The programme is implemented under the transnational coo peration strand of the European 
Territorial Cooperation objective, enabling cooperation between be neficiaries from regions from 
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  strengthening territorial cohesion, promoting internal integration and enhancing the 
competit iveness of Central Europe. The programme comprises the following priorities:  
  
Priority 1: Facilitating Innovation across Central Europe;  
Priority 2: Improving Accessibility of and within Central Europe;  
Priority 3: Using our Environment Responsibly;  
Priority 4: Enhancing Competitiveness and Attractiveness of Cities and Regions;  
Priority 5: Technical assistance.  
 
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
 Council Regulation (EC) No 1083/2006 of 11 July 2006 laying down general provisions 
on the European R egional Development Fund, the European Social Fund and the 
Cohesion Fund and repealing Regulation (EC) No 1260/1999  
 Regulation (EC) No 1080/2006 of the European Parliame nt and of the Council of 
5 July 2006 on the European Regional Development Fund and repe aling Regulation 
(EC) No 1783/1999  
 Government Decree No 160/2009 (VIII. 3.) on the implementation of certain 
programmes related to European territorial cooperation, funded by the European 
Regional Development Fund and the Instrument for Pre -Accession in th e programming 
period 2007 -2013 
 
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  
 
Subsidy in the framework of the programme (under priorities 1 -4) is provided to transnational  
partnerships that may comprise private and public bodies as well as bodies that qualify as body 
governed by public law (as per Directive  2004/18/EC).  
 
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 Hungarian 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 2016  was EUR 74  974,22.  
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
From 2007 to 2015.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of  the subsidy  
 
N/A. 
 
5.15  South East Europe Transnational Co -operation Programme 2007 -2013  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
South East Europe Transnational Co -operation Programme 2007 -2013 
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2016. 
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  3. Policy objective and/ or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The programme is implemented under the transnational cooperation strand of the European 
Territorial Cooperation objective, enabling cooperation between beneficiaries from 16 countries of 
the programme area, including 8 Member Sta tes, 6 countries with candidate or potential candidate 
country status and 2 countries classified as third countries. The general aim of the programme is 
fostering the balanced territorial development and territorial integration of the programme area. 
The p rogramme comprises the following priority axes:  
  
Priority axis 1: Facilitation of innovation and entrepreneurship;  
Priority axis 2: Protection and improvement of the environment;  
Priority axis 3: Improvement of the accessibility;  
Priority axis 4: Developm ent of transnational synergies for sustainable growth areas;  
Priority axis 5: Technical assistance.  
 
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 D evelopment Fund, the European Social Fund and the 
Cohesion Fund and repealing Regulation (EC) No 1260/1999  
 Regulation (EC) No 1080/2006 of the European Parliame nt and of the Council of 
5 July 2006 on the European Regional Development Fund and repealing Reg ulation 
(EC) No 1783/1999  
 Government Decree No 160/2009 (VIII. 3.) on the implementation of certain 
programmes related to European territorial cooperation, funded by the European 
Regional Development Fund and the Instrument for Pre -Accession in the program ming 
period 2007 -2013 
 
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  
 
Subsidy in the framework of the programme (under priority axes 1 -4) is provided to transnational 
partn erships that may comprise private and public bodies as well as bodies that qualify as body 
governed by public law (as per Directive  2004/18/EC).  
 
National state co -financing is provided on a complementary basis to all Hungarian partners 
participating in pr ojects selected for community co -financing. The rate of national state co -
financing is determined taking into account of the status of the Hungarian partner and may not 
exceed 15%.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount (the data contains only the contr ibution of the 
Hungarian government for priorities other than Technical Assistance)  
 
The total amount paid in 2016  was EUR 74  321,40.  
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
From 2007 to 2015.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N/A. 
 
5.16  Hungary -Slovakia Cross -border Co -operation Programme 2007 -2013  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Hungary -Slovakia Cross -border Co -operation Programme 2007 -2013 
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  2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2016. 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpos e of the subsidy  
 
The programme is implemented under the cross -border cooperation strand of the European 
Territorial Cooperation objective, enabling cooperation between beneficiaries from Hungary and 
Slovakia. The overall strategic goal of the programme is  increasing the level of economic and 
social integration of the border area. The programme comprises the following priorities in order to 
pursue the above strategic goal:  
  
Priority 1: Economy and society;  
Priority 2: Environment, nature protection and acc essibility;  
Priority 3: Technical assistance.  
 
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  
 Regulation (EC) No 1080/2006 of the European Parliame nt and of the Council of 
5 July 2006 on the European Regional Development Fund and repealing Regulation 
(EC) No 1783/1999  
 Government Decree No 160/200 9 (VIII. 3.) on the implementation of certain 
programmes related to European territorial cooperation, funded by the European 
Regional Development Fund and the Instrument for Pre -Accession in the programming 
period 2007 -2013 
 
5. Form of the subsidy  
 
The sub sidy is provided in the form of non -repayable subsidy.  
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Subsidy in the framework of the programme (under priorities 1 and 2) is provided to cross -border 
partnerships of legal persons that may comprise private and  public bodies, bodies that qualify as 
body governed by public law (as per Directive  2004/18/EC) and EGTCs (European groupings of 
territorial cooperation).  
 
National state co -financing is provided on a complementary basis to all Hungarian partners 
particip ating in projects selected for community co -financing. The rate of national state co -
financing is determined taking into account of the status of the Hungarian 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 2016  was EUR 1  549 470,82.  
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
From 2007 to 2015.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade ef fects of the subsidy  
 
N/A. 
 
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  5.17  Hungary -Romania Cross -border Co -operation Programme 2007 -2013  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Hungary -Romania Cross -border Co -operation Programme 2007 -2013 
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2016. 
 
3. Policy objective a nd/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The programme is implemented under the cross -border cooperation strand of the European 
Territorial Cooperation objective, enabling cooperation between beneficiaries from Hungary and 
Romania. The general objective of the progra mme is to bring the different actors – people, 
economic actors and communities – closer to each other, in order to better exploit opportunities 
offered by the joint development of the border area. The programme also aims improving the 
competitiveness and a ttractiveness of the border area. The programme comprises the following 
priorities in order to pursue the above goals:  
  
Priority 1:  Improve the key conditions of joint, sustainable development of the cooperation 
area (Improvement of cross -border transport , communication and 
environmental protection);  
Priority 2:  Strengthen social and economic cohesion of the border area (Cooperation in the 
fields of business, RTD, education, labour market, health care and risk 
management);  
Priority 3:  Technical assistance . 
 
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 1 260/1999  
 Regulation (EC) No 1080/2006 of the European Parliament an d of the Council of 
5 July 2006 on the European Regional Development Fund and repealing Regulation 
(EC) No 1783/1999  
 Government Decree No 160/2009 (VIII. 3.) on the implementation of certai n 
programmes related to European territorial cooperation, funded by the European 
Regional Development Fund and the Instrument for Pre -Accession in the programming 
period 2007 -2013 
 
5. Form of the subsidy  
 
The subsidy is provided in the form of non -repayabl e subsidy.  
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Subsidy in the framework of the programme (under priorities 1 and 2) is provided to cross -border 
partnerships that may comprise public bodies, bodies that qualify as body governed by public law 
(as pe r Directive  2004/18/EC), non -profit private bodies or EGTCs (European groupings of 
territorial cooperation).  
 
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 Hungarian partner and may not 
exceed 15%.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount (the data contains only the contribution of the 
Hungarian government f or priorities other than Technical Assistance)  
 
The total amount paid in 2016  was EUR 416  454,67.  
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  8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
From 2007 to 2015.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N/A. 
 
5.18  Austria -Hungary Cross -border Co -operation Programme 2007 -2013  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Austria -Hungary Cross -border Co -operation Programme 2007 -2013 
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2016. 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The programme is imp lemented under the cross -border cooperation strand of the European 
Territorial Cooperation objective, enabling cooperation between beneficiaries from Austria and 
Hungary. The strategic objective of the programme is to foster the economical, social, 
environ mental and cultural development of the border region and to reduce regional disparities by 
means of cross -border cooperation. The programme comprises the following priorities in order to 
pursue the above goal:  
  
Priority 1: Innovation, integration and comp etitiveness;  
Priority 2: Sustainable development and accessibility;  
Priority 3: Technical assistance.  
 
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  
 Regulation (EC) No 1080/2006 of the European Parliame nt and of the Council of 
5 July 2006 on the European Regional Development Fund and repealing R egulation 
(EC) No 1783/1999  
 Government Decree No 160/2009 (VIII. 3.) on the implementation of certain 
programmes related to European territorial cooperation, funded by the European 
Regional Development Fund and the Instrument for Pre -Accession in the progr amming 
period 2007 -2013 
 
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  
 
Subsidy in the framework of the programme (under priorities 1 and 2) is provided to cross -border 
partnerships of legal persons that may comprise public bodies, bodies that qualify as body 
governed by public law (as per Directive  2004/18/EC), non -profit organisations and other 
organisations pursuing activities in the public interest on project level.  
 
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 Hungarian partner and may not 
exceed 15%.  
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  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 2016  was EUR 90  955,37  
 
8. Duration of t he subsidy  
 
From 2007 to 2015.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N/A. 
 
5.19  Hungary -Croatia IPA Cross -border Co -operation Programme 2007 -2013  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Hungary -Croatia IPA Cross -border Co -operation Programme 2007 -2013 
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2016. 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The programme is implemented within the 2007 -2013 European Union financial framework. This 
strategic document is based on a joi nt planning effort between the Croatian and Hungarian sides, 
and is aimed at establishing a framework for the activities which would lead to stronger socio -
economic co -operation and an improvement of the quality of life in the region. The programme 
compris es the following priorities in order to pursue the above goal:  
  
 Priority 1: Sustainable Environment and Tourism  
 Priority 2: Co -operative Economy and Intercommunity Human Resource Development  
 Priority 3: Technical assistance.  
 
4. Background and authorit y for the subsidy  
 
 Council Regulation (EC) No 1085/2006 of 17 July 2006 establishing an Instrument for 
Pre-Accession Assistance (IPA)  
 Commission Regulation (EC) 718/2007 of 12 June 2007 implementing Council 
Regulation 1085/2006  
 
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  
 
Subsidy in the framework of the programme (under priorities 1 and 2) is provided to cross -border 
partnerships of legal persons that may comprise public bodies, bodies that qualify as body 
governed by public law (as per Directive  2004/18/EC), non -profit organisations and other 
organisations pursuing activities in the public interest on project level.  
 
National state co -financing is provided on a complement ary 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 Hungarian 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 2016  was EUR 307  940,30  G/SCM/N/315/EU/Add.13  
 
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8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
From 2007 to 2016.  
 
9. Statistical data  permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N/A. 
 
5.20  Hungary -Serbia IPA Cross -border Co -operation Programme 2007 -2013  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Hungary -Serbia IPA Cross -border Co -operation Programme 2007 -2013 
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2016. 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The programme is implemented within the 2007 -2013 European Union financial framework. This 
strategic document is based on a joint planning effort between the Serbian and Hungarian sides, 
and is aimed at establishing a framework for the activities which would lead to stronger socio -
economic co -operation and an improvement of the quality of life in the region. The programme 
comprises the following priorities in order to pursue the abo ve goal:  
  
Priority 1: Infrastructure and environment  
Priority 2: Economy, education and culture  
Priority 3: Technical assistance.  
 
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
 Council Regulation (EC) No 1085/2006 of 17 July 2006 establishing an Instrument  for 
Pre-Accession Assistance (IPA)  
 Commission Regulation (EC) 718/2007 of 12 June 2007 implementing Council 
Regulation 1085/2006  
 
5. Form of the subsidy  
 
The subsidy is provided in the form of non -repayable subsidy.  
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is prov ided 
 
Subsidy in the framework of the programme (under priorities 1 and 2) is provided to cross -border 
partnerships of legal persons that may comprise public bodies, bodies that qualify as body 
governed by public law (as per Directive  2004/18/EC), non -profit organisations and other 
organisations pursuing activities in the public interest on project level.  
 
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 Hungarian 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 prio rities other than Technical Assistance)  
 
The total amount paid in 2016  was EUR 144  696,36  
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
From 2007 to 2016.  G/SCM/N/315/EU/Add.13  
 
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9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N/A. 
 
5.21  Slovenia -Hungary Cross -border  Co-operation Programme 2007 -2013  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Slovenia -Hungary Cross -border Co -operation Programme 2007 -2013 
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2016. 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The programme is implemente d under the cross -border cooperation strand of the European 
Territorial Cooperation objective, enabling cooperation between beneficiaries from Slovenia and 
Hungary. It aims to develop a competitive and sustainable cooperation area that offers access to 
work and income opportunity. It should also have a positive impact in areas such as: rural 
development and tourism, the preservation and conservation of natural and cultural assets, the 
promotion of cultural identity and regional development and health cooper ation. In addition, the 
Programme aims to create better cross -border transport connections, support environmental 
protection and increase the use of renewable energy sources. Work also focuses on improving 
management capacities and encouraging institutiona l networking. The programme comprises the 
following priorities in order to pursue the above goal:   
Priority 1: Increasing the attractiveness of the cooperation area ; 
Priority 2: Sustainable development ; 
Priority 3: Technical assistance.  
 
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;  
 Regulation (EC) No 1080/2006 of the European Parliame nt and of the Council of 
5 July 2006 on the European Regional Development Fund and repealing Regulation 
(EC) No 1783/1999;  
 Government Decree No 160/2009 (VIII. 3.) on the implementation of certain 
programmes relate d to European territorial cooperation, funded by the European 
Regional Development Fund and the Instrument for Pre -Accession in the programming 
period 2007 -2013.  
 
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  
 
Subsidy in the framework of the programme (under priorities 1 and 2) is provided to cross -border 
partnerships of legal persons that may comprise public bodies, bodies that qualify as body 
governed by public law (as per  Directive  2004/18/EC), non -profit organisations and other 
organisations pursuing activities in the public interest on project level.  
 
National state co -financing is provided on a complementary basis to all Hungarian partners 
participating in projects sele cted for community co -financing. The rate of national state co -
financing is determined taking into account of the status of the Hungarian partner and may not 
exceed 15%.  
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  7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount (the data contains only the contribution of t he 
Hungarian government for priorities other than Technical Assistance)  
 
The total amount paid in 2016  was EUR 21  632,70.  
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
From 2007 to 2015.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N/A. 
 
5.22  Hungary -Slovakia -Romania -Ukraine ENPI Cross -border Co -operation Programme 
2007 -2013  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Hungary -Slovakia -Romania -Ukraine ENPI Cross -border Co -operation Programme 2007 -2013 
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2016. 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The overall objective of the programme is to intensify and deepen the cooperation in an 
environmentally, socially and economically sustainable way between Zakarpatska, Ivano -
Frankivska and Chernivetska region s of Ukraine and eligible and adjacent areas ofHungary, 
Romania and Slovakia  
 
The achievement of the overall objective of the proposed strategy is envisaged by implementing 
measures that contribute to the achievement of the objective by their expected resu lts. Foreseen 
measures are grouped into priorities:  
 
Priority 1 :  Promote economic and social development (Knowledge transfer and practice -
sharing to promote joint developments of businesses and increase t ouristic 
attractiveness of the area.)  
Priority 2 :  Enhance environmental quality (To enhance the quality of air, waters, soil and 
forestry resources and reduce risks of damages on natural environment)  
Priority 3 : Increase border efficiency (To increase efficiency of border management on the 
Ukrainian borde r) 
Priority 4:  Support people to people cooperation (To improve the effectiveness of public 
services and increase mutual understanding of various groups of the society)  
 
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
 Council Regulation (EC) No 1638/2006 of 2 4 October 2006 laying down general 
provisions establishing a European Neighbourhood and Partnership Instrument  
 Regulation (EC) No 951/2007 of 9 August 2007 implementing rules for cross -border 
cooperation programmes financed under Regulation (EC) No 1638/20 06 of the 
European Parliament and of the Council laying down general provisions establishing a 
European Neighbourhood and Partnership Instrument  
 Government Decree No 228/2008. (IX. 12.) on the implementation of Hungary -
Slovakia -Romania ENPI CBC Programme, funded by the European Neighbourhood and 
Partnership Instrument in the programming period 2007 -2013 
 
5. Form of the subsidy  
 
The subsidy is provided in the form of non -repayable subsidy.  
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  6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Subsidy in the framework  of the programme is provided to cross -border partnerships that may 
comprise public bodies, bodies that qualify as body governed by public law (as per 
Directive  2004/18/EC), non -profit private bodies or EGTCs (European groupings of territorial 
cooperation) . 
 
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 Hung arian 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 to tal amount paid in 2016  was EUR 159  917,69   
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
From 2007 to 2015.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N/A. 
 
5.23  Agriculture and Rural Development Operational Programme  
NEW HUNGARY RURAL DEVELOPMENT PRAGRAMME (NHRDP)  
2012 
 
1. Title of the s ubsidy programme  
 
New Hungary Rural Development Programme 2007 -2013 
 
2.  Period covered by the notification  
 
2016. 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The fundamental objective is the improvement of the competitiveness of Hungarian agricult ure by 
establishing a sector that, by the diversification of production and activities, contributes to the 
development of domestic agriculture and the improvement of quality of life for the rural population 
by 2013, along with maintaining the present emplo yment rate and producing 30% more added 
value.  
 
The structure of the Programme is an axis -based framework, in which the axes represent the 
development priorities:  
 
 - Improving the competitiveness of agriculture, food production and forestry  
 - Improving t he environment and the countryside  
 - Enhancement of quality of life throughout rural Hungary; diversification of the rural 
economy  
 - LEADER – Community based actions for the development of rural economy  
4. Background and authority for the subsidy   
 
 Counc il Regulation (EC) No 1698/2005 on support for rural development by the 
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   Commission Regulation (EC) No 1974/2006 laying down detailed rules for the 
application of Council Regulation (EC) No 1698/2005 on suppo rt for rural development 
by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development (EAFRD)  
 
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 prov ided  
 
Organization selected via public procurement procedure;  
 - Farmers (agricultural producers and forest holders) and their associations, other land 
users;  
 - Private entrepreneurs, private companies, legal entities and business entities with no 
legal personality;  
 - Producer groups;  
 - Micro -enterprises;  
 - Non-profit organizations, local municipalities, churches.  
The objectives of the Programme are fulfilled through the different measures in the 4 -axis-
framework. The conditions of the submission of c laims are published in national legislation created 
by the Managing Authority. Claims  have to be submitted during the given interval on the given 
submission forms (also part of the relevant legislation). All claims are checked, assessed and 
ranked by the Managing Authority.  
 
Subsidies may vary significantly due to the nature of the measure: investment support is typically 
a one -off amount, while in the II. axis there are area -based, multiple -year long commitments, for 
which the beneficiary has to apply on ly once, at the beginning of the support period.    
 
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 63,59 bill ion (EUR  201.54  million) 
in 2016 . 
  
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
Duration of the subsidy varies by measure.  
 
The duration of the Programme itself corresponds with the EU budgetary period 2007 -2013. The 
official closing date of the Programme is 2013.12.31, but on the basis of  the so -called n+2 rule, 
the allocation of year "n" may be paid by the end of year "n+2". Consequently, payments on the 
basis of the present Programme may be paid until 2015.12.31.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the s ubsidy  
 
N.A.   
 
B.  2014 -2020  
5.24  Human Resource Development OP  (HRDOP)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Human Resources Development Operational Programme  
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  2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2016. 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The overall objective of the HRDOP  is increas ing human capital and improving the social 
environment.  The OP has been designed to effectively address social and demographic challenges.  
 
HRDOP contribute s to social inclusion by integrat ing unused social resourc es and seeks to r einforc e 
the social role of the family , as well as  strengthen s social cohesion . Interventions concerning 
health promotion and disease prevention improve infrastructure and the preventive capacity of the 
health care system. Another aim of H RDOP is to i mprov e the quality of public educatio n and 
parallel  to lower the number of early  school leav ers. 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 
strengthened both quantitatively and qualitatively.  
 
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
 
 Regulation (EU) No 1303/2013 of the European Parl iament 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 lay ing 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 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 lo cal governments, 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 H ungarian 
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 th e application 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 proj ect'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 24,4  billion. 
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
From 2014 to 2023.  
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  9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N/A. 
 
5.25  Economic Development and Innovation OP  (EDIOP)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Economic Development and Innovation Ope rational Programme 2014 -2020 
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2016. 
 
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 promoti on 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 dev elop and enhance the 
quality 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 
resources, which are important for companies, should be increased; accessibility  of 
foreign markets should be easier for them.  
 
- Strengthening of economic cooperation: mitigation of 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 k nowledge, 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 operational programmes of the Member 
States: of those EDIOP supports 7 thematic objectives, which cover R&D, ICT, SME, low 
CO2 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 Eur opean 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 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 an d 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 
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  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  1304/2013 of the European Parliament an d 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 an d 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 th e 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 Social Fund, the Cohesion Fund and the European Maritime and 
Fisheries 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 Decree 272/2014 (XI.5.) on the procedures of absorption of support from the 
European Funds in the prog ramming period 2014 -2020 
 
The framework for planning operational programmes is set o ut 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 prog rammes, 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 m inistries and professional communities. The planning of individual 
priorities in the direct development of the operational programme was coordinated by the State 
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 operational program(s) and the national 
strategy for smart specialization.  
 
In addition, professional pl anning 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 subsid y 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 S MEs (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 employ ment and supporting labour mobility (TO8b). 
Where grants are solely insufficient to support the realization of a project, their 
combination with financial instruments is envisaged.  
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  The highlighted target group of EDIOP in accordance with the re -industrial ization 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 entrep reneurs 
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 fulfill ing developments fitting in the  EU 
2020 strategy. In this target gr oup 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 com panies, 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 a re 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 procurem ent 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 support under the EDIOP. Accordingly, production investment s 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 objective aiming at the development of SMEs , large 
enterprises c an 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)  
participate 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 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 h igh 
importance of the topic. In order to enhance energy efficiency  and increase the usage of 
renew able energy, financial instruments may be combined with grants.  
 
In terms of improving employability the EDIOP priority 5 provides support for those 
unemploye d/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 
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  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 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 sk ills 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 12,5 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 effe cts of the subsidy  
 
N.A.  
 
5.26  Integrated Transport Development OP (ITOP)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Integrated Transport Development Operational Programme  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2016.  
 
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 pr oduction 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 development 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.  
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  The implementatio n 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 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  
 Government Decree 272/2014 (XI.5.) on the procedu res 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 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 contains only the contribution of the 
Hungari an government)  
 
Grant paid from national budget: HUF 29,3 billion.  
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
These grant schemes may not be paid after 31/12/2023.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A. 
 
5.27  Environment and Energy Efficiency OP  (EEEOP)  
1. Title of the subsidy program me  
 
Environment and Energy Efficiency  Operational Programme (EE EOP) 
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2016. 
 
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:  
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   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 an d 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 Eur opean 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 the 2014 -2020 P rogramming 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 s upport 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 5 0% of the total eligible costs.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount  
 
Grant paid from national budget: HUF 34,3 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 permitt ing an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A. 
 
5.28  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  
 
2016. 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
Stimulating the economy has a key role in achieving Hungary 's compet itive advantage in the 
region. PADOP aims to contribute to that by reducing administrative burdens and increasi ng 
service level.  
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  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 optimisation, simplification and 
digitalisation 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 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 pr ogrammes 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 December 2013 laying down common provisions on t he 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 Fu nd, 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 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; 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 s et 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 th e contribution of the 
Hungarian government)  
 
The total amount paid was  HUF 10,0 billion . 
 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
 
2014.01.01. -2023.12.31.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A. 
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  5.29  Supporting the Deprived OP (SDOP)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Supporting the Deprived Operational Programme  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2016. 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The SDOP is directed in Hungary at the use of the Fund for Eu ropean 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 s et 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 Parl iament 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 
 
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 5,1 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. 
 
5.30  Territorial and Settlement Development OP (TOP)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Territorial and Settlement Development Operational Programme  
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  2. Period co vered by the notification  
 
2016. 
 
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 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 prese rving 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 (s trategy 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 ter ritorial 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 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 . 
 
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, according to which the TOP finances primarily 
regional and local development actions and the regiona l integration of development actions, 
according to which the implementation of the TOP actions is territorially coordinated.  
  
7. Subsidy per unit or the total amount (the data contains only the contribution of the 
Hungarian government) in 2015  
  
The total  amount paid was  HUF 31,8 billion . 
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  8.  Duration of the subsidy  
 
These grant schemes may no t be applied after the year 2023.  
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
 
N.A. 
 
5.31  Competitive Central Hungary O P (CCHOP)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
 
Competitive Central Hungary Operational Programme  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
2016. 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The Competitive Central Hungary Operational Programme (CCHOP) includes the d evelopment 
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 developmen ts and projects which are to be 
implemented as specified 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.  
 
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 so cial 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 a nd 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 dispari ties 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.)  
 REGUL ATION (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 Europea n 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  
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  5. Form of the subsid y 
 
The subsidy is in the form of non -repayable 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 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 r ules. 
 
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 data contains only the contribution of the 
Hungarian government) in 2015  
 
The total amo unt paid was  HUF 13,6 billion . 
 
8.  Duration of the subsidy  
 
These grant schemes may no t 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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