Hungary
Golden Visa Program

€250,000

Fund Investment

€500,000

Real Estate Investment from

3-4 months

Time to Residency

Yes

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Hungary is a country in Europe, and part of the European Union and Schengen Area. The country is a popular tourist destination for Europeans thanks to low costs and a range of attractions.

Among its visitors and residents, Hungary is perhaps the most well-known for its natural thermal lakes and bathhouses. Investors for the Hungary Golden Visa will benefit from a real estate holding with good returns and a high quality of life.

The government introduced the new Golden Visa in Hungary in July 2024 for non-EU and non-EEA citizens and residents. Investors receive the residence permit for a duration of 10 years which can be renewed as long as the property investment remains in place.

Hungary is a country in Europe, and part of the European Union and Schengen Area. The country is a popular tourist destination for Europeans thanks to low costs and a range of attractions.

Quick Facts

Population

>9,600,000

Capital

Budapest

Currency

Forint

Total Area

93,026 km²

Visa Free Countries

100+

Language

Hungarian

Hungary Residency Benefits

Obtaining a permanent residency in Hungary will open new opportunities to the investor and transform their life.

A Path to EU Citizenship

A Hungary golden visa allows the investor to apply for permanent residency in Hungary. This is one of the easiest paths toward European citizenship through an investment program.

A ‘Safe Haven’ for your family

Hungary enjoys a politically stable climate with a growing economy. As an investor, you and your family are not obligated to live in Hungary, but have the possibility to live there whenever you need to.

Property Ownership

As a Hungary Golden visa holder, investors have the opportunity to own property in a European country, which can serve as a vacation home, rental property, or future retirement residence.

Why Hungary

Hungary is home to a number of World Heritage Sites, UNESCO Biosphere Reserves, and several large thermal lakes. The country is a popular destination for tourists and offers universal health care and tuition-free secondary education to residents and citizens.

Investment Options & Other Fees*

Hungary offers a number of investment options that can lead to a Golden Visa. One of the most common is listed below

*Please note that the below prices are not inclusive of miscellaneous government fees and a legal management fee calculated on a case-by-case basis. Prices are subject to change based on government regulations. Please contact one of our advisors for a personalized quote.

Option 1

Investment Fund Units
€250,000+

Upon investing at least €250,000+ in a fund for residential real estate, including during the construction phase in Hungary, an investor is eligible to apply for a Golden Visa.

Minimum Real Estate Investment

€250,000+

Option 2

Purchase Real Estate
€500,000+

An investor can buy either commercial or residential real estate with a value of €500,000 or higher. The property will need to be in your possession for 5 years, after which you can sell it for a return on your investment.

Minimum Real Estate Investment

€500,000+

Option 3

Charitable Contribution
€1,000,000+

You can apply for a Hungary Golden Visa with a charitable contribution to state social projects.

Contribution

€1,000,000+

Eligibility Criteria

In order to qualify to apply for a Hungary citizenship, applicants must have:

Clean Criminal Record
Valid Passport (with a minimum validity of six months)
National Identity documents from Country of Birth or Country of Residence
Birth Certificates
Valid Proof of Address
Source of Funds
Tax ID/TIN Number and Tax Declaration

Hungary allows applicants to include their close family members as dependents on their Residency application.

Eligible Dependents that you can include in an application are:

The spouse of the applicant
Unmarried children under 21 years of age, and dependent parents of either yourself or your spouse

The Process

Free Consultation
(30-60 minutes)

Book a free consultation with one of our client advisors to discuss your fit to invest in a Hungary residency.

Vancis Capital’s Due
Diligence (1 day)

Prior to signing any paperwork, our due diligence team will evaluate your ability to qualify for the program. All we require is your passport and one working day. If there are no issues, we will send you a client engagement letter.

Choose Real Estate Purchase
(1-4 weeks)

Our team will present you with viable options for real estate purchases that are compliant with the Hungary government’s regulations. After selecting your preferred property, we will prepare all necessary documents.

Preparing your Documents (2-4 weeks)

Our experienced processing team will work with you to collect all the necessary documents for your real estate purchase and the following residency application. All of our clients receive a comprehensive service and support to obtain the documents necessary. Our team will fill out and proof all forms prior to your signature.

Purchasing the Real Estate
(together with document preparation)

Our team will work together with one of our partners in Hungary to prepare a power of attorney that will allow them to open a bank account and obtain a taxpayer number on the investor’s behalf. Once the contract of sale has been signed, you will make the final payment for the property.

Collection of Real Estate
Documents (2-3 weeks)

Your appointed lawyer will file the property agreement with the land register office to obtain the certificate. You will receive all your documents with an official, certified translation.

Application for Residency (1-2 months)

During the time of purchasing the real estate, we will work on preparing all necessary documents to submit for your residence permit application. This application can be submitted by the investor, other family members on the application, or a lawyer. Biometric data is required in order to receive a residence permit card. If the investor and their family members are unavailable on the day of submission, the biometric data collection will take place another day. However, it has to take place in Hungary.

Receive your Hungary Residence
Card (1-2 months)

Hungary will usually take 1 to 2 months to process your application for a residence card. Once approved, you and your family members will receive your Hungary residence card. You can collect the cards yourself or have a lawyer do so on your behalf. Note, that the investor’s passport is needed for the collection.

Renewal of your Residency

If you wish to renew your residency after five years, our team will support you in the process and ensure that you and your family can continue to be Spanish residents.

Take charge of your future with our expert advisors

Get in touch to discuss how we can help you with your citizenship or residency by investment goals. One of our investment migration experts will contact you to discuss your case. With over 16 years of combined experience our team has helped hundreds of families achieve freedom.

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