Regulations

Summary of the most important Hungarian hunting regulations. Links lead to the official legal texts.

Hunting Law and Implementation Decrees

The legal framework for Hungarian hunting is established by the Game Management and Hunting Act and its implementation decrees.

Act LV of 1996 on the Protection of Game, Game Management and Hunting (Vtv.)

Act LV/1996
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The fundamental legal framework for hunting: hunting grounds, eligibility, game species protection, hunting licenses, game damage regulations.

Decree 79/2004 (V. 4.) FVM on Hunting Seasons and Firearms Use

79/2004 FVM
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Detailed rules on hunting seasons, hunting methods, firearms requirements, and hunting practice.

Firearms Legislation

General firearms regulations also apply to hunting weapons.

Act XXIV of 2004 on Firearms and Ammunition

Act XXIV/2004
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Manufacturing, trade, acquisition, possession and use of firearms and ammunition.

Nature Conservation

Hunting is also governed by nature conservation legislation, especially regarding protected areas and species.

Act LIII of 1996 on Nature Conservation (Tvt.)

Act LIII/1996
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Protected natural areas, protected game species, and conservation authority responsibilities.

Related pages

Gun Ownership Guide Firearms Law Hunting Exam Hunting Seasons
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The information provided here is for informational purposes only. Always verify the current legal text in official sources. Fegyverkereső assumes no liability for discrepancies due to legislative changes.