Hungary Golden Visa Program
Hungary's Guest Investor Program offers a pathway to EU residency through investment in Hungarian real estate or government-approved funds. A strategic entry point to Central Europe and the Schengen Area.
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Why Hungary
Schengen Access
Free movement across all Schengen Area countries with a Hungarian residence permit.
Central EU Location
Strategic positioning in the heart of Europe with access to the EU single market.
Family Inclusion
Include spouse and dependent children in your residence permit application.
3–4 Month Processing
Guest Investor visa applications are typically processed within 3 to 4 months from submission to issuance.
Investment Options
Real Estate Fund Investment
From €250,000Investment in units of a qualifying Hungarian real estate fund registered with the Magyar Nemzeti Bank. Held for a minimum of 5 years — the most popular and accessible route.
Residential Real Estate
From €500,000Direct purchase of qualifying residential real estate in Hungary. Subject to ministerial approval and held for a minimum 5-year qualifying period.
Donation to Higher Education
From €1,000,000Non-refundable donation to a Hungarian higher education institution supporting research, teaching, or arts and cultural activities of public benefit.
From Application to Residency
Initial Consultation
Confidential assessment of your eligibility and EU residency objectives.
Investment & Documentation
Complete your qualifying investment and prepare application documentation.
Application Submission
Submit your Guest Investor visa application through the Hungarian authorities.
Residence Permit
Upon approval, receive your residence permit with pathway to permanent residency.
Eligibility
Applicants must be at least 18 years of age
Non-EU/EEA national
Clean criminal record
Valid health insurance
Qualifying investment completed
Documented legal source of investment funds
Hungary Golden Visa — Common Questions
The Hungary Guest Investor Program (Vendégbefektetői Tartózkodási Engedély) is a residency by investment program launched in 2024 that grants non-EU nationals a 10-year renewable residence permit through qualifying investments in real estate funds, property, or higher education donations. Permit holders gain full Schengen Area mobility.
The most accessible route is a €250,000 investment in a registered Hungarian real estate fund held for at least 5 years. Direct residential property purchases require €500,000, and donations to higher education institutions require €1 million.
Yes. After 8 years of legal residency in Hungary (reduced to 3 years for those married to a Hungarian citizen), Guest Investor permit holders may apply for naturalisation, subject to language proficiency and integration requirements. Hungarian citizenship grants full EU rights.
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