I lost my passport, or it was stolen.

3 tasks in suggested order

1. Report the loss, theft or destruction of your passport; the report can also be made electronically.

When?

As soon as you notice that the passport has been lost, stolen or destroyed.

Where / who?

Through the Magyarország.hu electronic service or an available in-person channel.

What to prepare?

Information needed to identify you and, if available, details of the lost document.

What to check?

If you also need a replacement, you can use the official electronic procedure that combines the report and replacement request.

Official source: magyarorszag.hu

2. If you need a new passport, submit a replacement application; in the electronic procedure, the report and replacement can be initiated together.

When?

When reporting the loss, theft or destruction, or afterwards.

Where / who?

Magyarország.hu or the authority responsible for passport matters.

What to prepare?

Identification details and documents required by the official procedure.

What to check?

The available procedure depends on whether you are eligible for electronic replacement.

Official source: magyarorszag.hu

3. If you are left without a travel document abroad and need to return home urgently, inquire at the consulate about a temporary travel document.

When?

Immediately before the planned return journey.

Where / who?

Competent Hungarian embassy or consulate.

What to prepare?

Police report, proof of identity and citizenship, travel details.

What to check?

The purpose and validity of the temporary document may be restricted; do not automatically expect to be able to continue your journey.

Official source: magyarorszag.hu

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