Third party insurance is compulsory in Hungary. The number plate and a sign representing country of origin are accepted as evidence of insurance for motorists arriving from the following countries: Austria, Belgium, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, France, Germany, Greece, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and Yugoslavia (Serbia and Montenegro).

Owners of vehicles from countries not listed above are to purchase an insurance policy at the border.