Motorcycle helmets and licences in Hungary (2026)

Last reviewed: 30 October 2026

In short: A fastened helmet is required for the rider and passenger of a motorcycle or moped without an enclosed compartment, and motorcycles must use the dipped headlight in daytime. Licence ages are 16 for A1, 18 for A2, and 24 for category A (20 with two years of A2).

RuleWhat applies
Helmet required for the riderRiding a motorcycle; MotorcycleYes [1]
Helmet required for a passengerRiding a motorcycle; MotorcycleYes [1]
Minimum age, category A1 (light motorcycle)Riding a motorcycle; Category A1 (light motorcycle)16 years [2]
Minimum age, category A2Riding a motorcycle; Category A2 (medium motorcycle)18 years [2]
Minimum age, category A (direct access)Riding a motorcycle; Category A (unrestricted motorcycle)24 years [2]
Minimum age, category A (after two years on A2)Riding a motorcycle; Category A (unrestricted motorcycle)20 years [2]
Dipped beam or daytime running light required by dayRiding a motorcycle; MotorcycleYes [1]

Notes

  • This applies to motorcycles and mopeds (segédmotoros kerékpár) without a closed passenger or driver compartment: the vehicle may be used only if the driver and passenger wear a fastened motorcycle helmet.
  • Direct access to category A is from 24, after a separate exam on riding skills and behaviour; with at least two years of category A2 experience it is from 20.
  • The rule requires the dipped headlight in daytime. It does not mention daytime running lights for motorcycles.

Sources

  1. Országgyűlés / Kormány (Nemzeti Jogszabálytár, MKIFK): 1/1975. (II. 5.) KPM–BM együttes rendelet a közúti közlekedés szabályairól (consulted 30 October 2026) · all sources
  2. Országgyűlés / Kormány (Nemzeti Jogszabálytár, MKIFK): 326/2011. (XII. 28.) Korm. rendelet a közúti közlekedési igazgatási feladatokról, a közúti közlekedési okmányok kiadásáról és visszavonásáról (consulted 30 October 2026) · all sources

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General information, not legal advice. Rules change: check the official source before you fly or ride.