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Hungary Golden Visa

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€250,000

Hungary’s Guest Investor Residence Permit program, launched in 2024, offers one of Europe’s newest and most attractive Golden Visa opportunities with a 10-year validity period and flexible investment options.
Key Benefits
  • Validity: 10-year residence permit (renewable once for 10 years)
  • Processing Time: 4-6 months from application to approval
  • Family Inclusion: Spouse, children under 25, and parents (65+)
  • No Residency Requirement: No minimum stay obligation
  • Schengen Access: Visa-free travel to all Schengen countries
  • Work Rights: Full right to work and establish business in Hungary
  • EU Access: Freedom of movement within European Union
Investment Options

Real Estate Fund Investment – €250,000

  • Investment in government-approved real estate funds
  • Fund must allocate at least 40% to Hungarian residential real estate
  • 5-year minimum holding period
  • First approved fund: SPRINT Hungary Real Estate Development
  • Second approved fund: Gravitas Hungary Fund

Educational Donation – €1,000,000

  • Non-refundable donation to approved higher education institutions
  • Must be managed by public interest trust foundation
  • Supports education, scientific research, and artistic activities
  • Faster processing compared to fund investment
  • No financial return expected
Family Benefits
  • Spouse: Included without additional investment
  • Children: Under 18 automatically included; 18-25 with financial dependency proof
  • Parents: Both applicant’s and spouse’s parents (if 65+ years old)
  • Processing: Family members apply simultaneously with main applicant
Eligibility Requirements
  • Nationality: Non-EU, non-EEA, non-Swiss nationals only
  • Age: Over 18 years old
  • Clean Record: No criminal history
  • Financial Capacity: Sufficient funds for investment and living expenses
  • Health Insurance: Valid coverage for Hungarian residency
  • Security: No threat to public order or safety
Application Process

Step 1: Guest Investor Visa

  • 6-month validity period
  • Allows 90 days stay within 180-day period
  • Must be obtained before making investment

Step 2: Investment Completion

  • 93 days from first entry to complete investment
  • Investment agreement signing in Hungary
  • Transfer of required funds

Step 3: Residence Permit Application

  • Submit through EnterHungary portal or regional office
  • Processing within 21-30 days
  • Residence card issued within 7 days
Recent Program Changes
  • January 2025: Real estate investment option (€500,000) permanently removed
  • Current Options: Only fund investment and donation routes remain
  • Reason: Address rising housing prices and focus on productive investments
Path to Citizenship
  • Permanent Residence: After 3 years of continuous residence
  • Citizenship: After 8 years of permanent residence
  • Language Requirement: Hungarian proficiency for citizenship
  • Naturalization: Standard integration requirements apply

 

Strategic Advantages: Hungary’s program offers excellent value with long validity, no residency requirements, and competitive investment thresholds, making it attractive for global investors seeking European access.

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