Rules & Regulations for
Hungary Residence by Investment

Application Process

• Submitting the Application

  An applicant must obtain a Guest Investor Visa and declare their commitment to one of the investment options during the visa application process, although finalizing the investment is not mandatory at this stage. After receiving the visa, they must travel to Hungary, where they will complete their investment within three months and apply for a Guest Investor Residence Permit.

• Background and Financial Checks

  Hungarian authorities will review the application, verifying the legitimacy of the business or self-employment activity. Proof of the committed investment must be provided during the residence permit application. Proof includes, supporting financial documentation for real estate acquisition or donation.

• Issuance of Residence Permit

  Once all requirements are met, including proof of investment, the applicant, along with their spouse and children, will receive a long-term residence permit valid for 10 years. The permit is renewable for another 10 years, provided the investment is maintained.

• Renewals and Permanent Residency

  A guest investor can become eligible for permanent residence in Hungary after lawfully residing there for three years. When applying after 1 January 2025, passing a written cultural exam in Hungarian will be required. Citizenship eligibility typically follows permanent residence after at least eight years of residence.

• Citizenship Eligibility

  Permanent residents can apply for Hungarian citizenship after at least eight years of residence in the country, provided they meet the residency requirements. Passing a Hungarian cultural exam is mandatory for citizenship. Exceptions may apply for those with Hungarian minor children or spouses.