The European Commission has refuted assertions suggesting that Hungary has secured or received billions of euros in previously frozen European Union funds. As per the Commission, no official payment request has been submitted by Hungary under the Recovery and Resilience Facility (RRF). The deadline for the country to provide the necessary documentation is set for September 30, 2026.
According to the Commission, an evaluation of Hungary’s adherence to the required reforms and “super milestones” will only occur once the official payment request is received. This indicates that the review process is still ongoing, and there is no confirmation that all conditions have been fulfilled. The process necessitates that Hungary first demonstrate the implementation of the required reforms and investments before the European Commission can assess the submission.
Following the submission, the Commission will scrutinize the evidence before any funds can be released. The timeline for approved payments is established to conclude by December 31, 2026. However, should there be any deficiencies in Hungary’s submission, the process could face delays due to the need for additional documentation or corrections.
This clarification arises amidst claims by the TISZA government that Hungary had effectively secured the frozen EU funding. The European Commission’s response highlights that the funds have not yet been transferred, as the final assessment is still pending.