Key Benefits:

1. Quick and effective path to European residence
2. Live and work in Hungary with visa-free travel within Europe’s Schengen Area
3. No minimum stay requirement
4. Includes spouse and children under the age of 18
5. Any investment property purchased can be income-generating

Requirements:

1. A third-country citizen, along with their spouse and children under 18, can obtain a Guest Investor Residence Permit by making one of the following investments:
   1. Real Estate Investment Fund: Acquire investment certificates, issued by a real estate fund registered with the National Bank of Hungary, with a minimum investment of EUR 250,000
   2. Real Estate Acquisition: Starting from 1 January 2025, purchase uncontested, strictly residential property in Hungary with a minimum value of EUR 500,000
   3. Donation to a Hungarian Public Trust: Make a monetary donation of at least EUR 1 million to an institution of higher education operated by a public trust performing public functions
2. Applicants must not have any Schengen Information System alerts, expulsions, or bans on entry and stay, nor pose a threat to public order, security, or national security. The immigration authority will consult Hungary’s law enforcement and national security services regarding the application.

Application Process

1. Once the applicant acquires a Guest Investor Visa, they are required to travel to Hungary to finalize their investment and apply for a Guest Investor Residence Permit. Afterward, no further travel to Hungary is necessary. The applicant, along with their qualifying spouse and children, will receive a long-term residence permit valid for 10 years, which is renewable for another 10 years as long as the investment is maintained.
2. A guest investor can become eligible for permanent residence in Hungary by lawfully living in the country for three years before applying. Starting from 1 January 2025, passing a cultural written exam in Hungarian will also be required. Citizenship can be applied for after obtaining permanent residence, typically after living in Hungary for at least eight years, although exceptions may apply for Hungarian minor children or spouses. Passing a Hungarian cultural exam remains a requirement

1. Client contacts us.
2. Initial due diligence checks completed.
3. Client agreement signed and retainer paid.
4. Main applicant visits Hungary under a Guest Investor Visa to start the investment process, choose the qualifying option, and open a bank account. The process may also be conducted remotely until step 7 below.
5. Investment finalized and documents collected.
6. Application submitted and accepted by government authority (processing time about one month).
7. Client visits Hungary again, with family, to conclude the application process — provide biometric data and original documents.
8. Application approved, residence permit issued.