The European Commission has refuted assertions that Hungary has already accessed or obtained billions of euros in European Union funds that were previously frozen. Contrary to these claims, the Commission clarified that Hungary has yet to formally request payment from the Recovery and Resilience Facility (RRF). The deadline for Hungary to submit the necessary documentation is set for September 30, 2026.
Upon receipt of Hungary’s payment request, the Commission will evaluate whether the country has met the stipulated reforms and “super milestones.” As of now, this review process remains incomplete, and no confirmation has been made regarding Hungary’s fulfillment of all required conditions.
To access funds under the RRF, Hungary must provide evidence of the implementation of the mandated reforms and investments. Following this submission, the European Commission will scrutinize the documents before any funds can be disbursed. Payments approved by the Commission are scheduled to be completed by December 31, 2026. However, should any discrepancies or additional requirements arise, the process could face delays due to the need for further documentation or corrections.
This clarification from the European Commission arises amidst statements from the TISZA government, suggesting that Hungary had effectively secured the frozen EU funding. The Commission’s response underscores that the funds have not yet been transferred, emphasizing that a final assessment is still pending.