Lakcím

Lakcím, literally “home address” in Hungarian, is the registered place of residence used for administrative and civil purposes in Hungary. It denotes the address at which a person is considered to reside for official matters and from which local authorities determine jurisdiction and service provision.

The lakcím is used in a wide range of official contexts. It appears in public registries and documents, affects electoral registration and local taxation, and is relevant for social security, health care, and education. While a person may receive mail at a separate mailing address, the lakcím identifies the locality responsible for administering the person’s public obligations and services and often serves as a reference in forms and records.

A lakcím is acquired by living at a residence with the intention to stay there for an extended period. When a person moves, the change must be reported to the competent local authority within the period prescribed by law, and the civil registry must be updated accordingly. Accurate lakcím information is required in official records, and providing false information can have legal consequences.

In practice, most residents have a single lakcím that reflects their primary residence, though circumstances such as study, work, or travel can involve other arrangements. The exact rules and procedures for establishing and updating lakcím can vary by municipality, but it remains a standard and essential element of Hungarian civil administration.