What is the EKAER system, and who needs EKAER number for export and import shipments to Hungary?

The EKAER system, introduced in Hungary on January 1, 2018, tracks road transport activities to improve tax compliance and prevent fraud. Companies registered in Hungary must report transport activities in the EKAER system before crossing the border. The EKAER number is valid for 15 days and must be shared with all parties involved in the shipment. EKAER applies to: Road transport using motor vehicles with a total admitted weight of over 3.5 tons, Import and export shipments to and from Hungary, Risky goods exceeding 500 kg in gross weight or a value of 1,000,000 HUF (€2,500). Risky goods include items such as agricultural products, clothing, and footwear. A full list is available at ekaer.nav.gov.hu. Penalties for non-compliance: Hungarian entities may face fines of up to 40% of the shipment's value. Proper registration and compliance with EKAER requirements are crucial to avoid penalties. Our team can help navigate these requirements and resolve customs inquiries.

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DSV is your transport company for shipments to, from and within Hungary.

DSV is a global transport and logistics company. We meet various business needs by offering a wide range of transportation and logistics services in Hungary. We have strategic locations across the country, including Vecses, Budapest, Biatorbagy, Debrecen, Szeged, and Zalaegerszeg. Our network of offices and warehouses in these key areas ensures efficient logistics management, using different transport options to deliver your shipment. You can find all our branches on our interactive map below.

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Daily groupage transport: for smaller shipments up to 3,000 kg, ideal for up to 4 Euro Pallets (each not exceeding 1,000 kg).
Daily Less-than-Truckloads (LTL transport): for shipments over 3,000 kg that don’t require a full truck.
Daily Full-Truckloads (FTL transport): for larger shipments that fill an entire truck.
For heavier, dangerous, or out-of-gauge demands, we also provide tailored specialised transport solutions.

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Customs clearance & classification.
Customer service: quick and easy communication in both Dutch and English.
Customised solutions for the Automotive, Consumer, Healthcare, Technology and Industrial industries.

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Choose from sustainable biofuels like biodiesel (HVO) and LNG.
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At the end of 2025, we will start implementing our Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs) in the Netherlands.
We are committed to the SBTi and the UN Sustainable Development Goals to reach net-zero emmision in 2050.

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Transit times for transport between Hungary and the Netherlands are within 2-4 working days for FTL and LTL, and 2-5 working days for Groupage. Since several factors can influence transit times, we recommend contacting our experienced team for guidance in finding the most suitable shipping options and precise transit time information.

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The EKAER system, introduced in Hungary on January 1, 2018, tracks road transport activities to improve tax compliance and prevent fraud. Companies registered in Hungary must report transport activities in the EKAER system before crossing the border. The EKAER number is valid for 15 days and must be shared with all parties involved in the shipment.

EKAER applies to:

Road transport using motor vehicles with a total admitted weight of over 3.5 tons,
Import and export shipments to and from Hungary,
Risky goods exceeding 500 kg in gross weight or a value of 1,000,000 HUF (€2,500).

Risky goods include items such as agricultural products, clothing, and footwear. A full list is available at ekaer.nav.gov.hu.

Penalties for non-compliance:

Hungarian entities may face fines of up to 40% of the shipment's value.

Proper registration and compliance with EKAER requirements are crucial to avoid penalties.
Our team can help navigate these requirements and resolve customs inquiries.

Hungary has introduced Low Emission Zones (LEZs) in cities such as Budapest, targeting older heavy-duty vehicles to reduce emissions in urban areas. The Hungarian government is working on policies that promote electric vehicles, including financial support for purchasing electric trucks and investments in charging infrastructure to meet EU emission reduction goals.

In response to these developments, DSV is adapting by switching to environmentally friendly paper across operations and planning offsetting initiatives, such as planting trees near our warehouses. We are also actively transitioning to Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs) and increasing the use of our Driver app to minimize paper waste during transportation, all while supporting the UN's Sustainable Development Goals. Furthermore, our partnership with Volvo advances the decarbonization of road freight.