Residence

Country information

Population: 9.590 mill hab Aprox.

Capital: Budapest.

Official Language: Hungarian and German.

Income percapita: $44.650 Dólares PPA.

Residence by Investment Programs:

Minimum Requirement: EUR 250,000

Key Benefit: Eligibility to live and work in Hungary with access to the Schengen Area

Hungary Residence by Investment

Hungary provides a unique opportunity for non-European Union investors and their families to secure long-term residence through the Guest Investor Residence Permit. This status includes access to Hungary’s favorable living conditions and visa-free travel within the Schengen Area.

Benefits of Hungarian Residence by Investment

Fast-track access to European residency

Freedom to live and work in Hungary with Schengen Area travel

No mandatory minimum stay in Hungary

Eligibility for spouses and children under 18

Option for income-generating property investments

Requirements for the Hungary Guest Investor Residence Permit

Third-country nationals, along with their spouses and children under 18, can qualify for this permit through one of the following investment pathways:

Real Estate Investment Fund:

Purchase investment certificates from a National Bank of Hungary-registered real estate fund, with a minimum value of EUR 250,000.

Conditions:

At least 40% of the fund's net assets must consist of Hungarian residential real estate.

Investment certificates must be held for a minimum of five years.

Only licensed fund managers with specific certifications or registrations can manage such funds.

Real Estate Acquisition (Available from 1 January 2025):

Buy a dispute-free residential property in Hungary, with a minimum value of EUR 500,000.

Conditions:

Properties must be residential and free from legal encumbrances.

A five-year restriction on resale or encumbrance is mandatory.

The primary applicant must own a minimum share equivalent to EUR 500,000.

A 4% property transfer tax applies, based on market value.

Rental income is subject to a 15% personal income tax cap.

Donation to a Hungarian Public Trust:

Donate a minimum of EUR 1 million to a higher education institution operated by a public trust.

Eligibility Criteria:

Applicants must not have Schengen Information System alerts, prior expulsions, or threats to public safety or national security. National security authorities in Hungary will review all applications.Politically and economically stable, with a strategic location.

Application Process for the Hungary Guest Investor Residence Permit

Guest Investor Visa Application:

Declare intent to pursue one of the investment options. Finalizing the investment is not required at this stage.

Investment Completion:

After receiving the Guest Investor Visa, travel to Hungary and finalize the investment within three months.

Residence Permit Application:

Apply for the residence permit through Hungary’s immigration authority or the online platform Enter Hungary within 93 days of arriving in the country. Submit proof of investment during the application.

Outcome:

Approved applicants and their eligible family members receive a renewable 10-year residence permit.

Hungarian Citizenship Eligibility

Permanent Residence: Achievable after three years of lawful residence.

Citizenship: Typically granted after eight years of residence, contingent on passing a Hungarian cultural exam (required from 2025). Exceptions may apply for minors or Hungarian spouses. Relevant academic qualifications or work experience.

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