Magáncím

Magáncím is a Hungarian legal term referring to a private address, typically a place of residence. It is a fundamental concept in Hungarian law and administration, used for various official purposes. When an individual establishes their primary residence in Hungary, they are generally required to register their magáncím with the relevant authorities. This registration is crucial for several administrative processes, including voting, receiving official mail, and accessing certain public services.

The magáncím usually consists of the street name, house number, and postal code of a dwelling. In some cases, it may also include an apartment number or other specific identifiers to pinpoint the exact location. The accuracy of the registered magáncím is important for ensuring that citizens can be reliably contacted by state institutions and for maintaining an up-to-date population registry.

Changes to one's magáncím must be reported to the authorities within a specified timeframe. This process is often referred to as "lakcímbejelentés" (address registration). Failure to comply with these regulations can result in administrative penalties. The concept of magáncím is distinct from "tartózkodási hely" (place of stay), which refers to a temporary or secondary location. The magáncím signifies the main place of dwelling where a person habitually lives.