program
Hungary Residency by Investment
Program Overview
Minimum Investment
€500,000 Real Estate
Minimum Investment
€250,000 Property Funds Investment
Time to Residency
4-6 Months
Visa-free Access
26 Countries
Hungary Residency by Investment Requirements
Hungary’s Permanent Residency Program offers a gateway to residence in this vibrant European nation, providing an attractive option for individuals seeking long-term relocation.
To be eligible to apply for this program, you must be over 18 years old, in good health, and without a criminal record.
Main Applicant Requirements
- 18+ years of age
- Good health
- No criminal record
- Successfully pass due diligence checks
- Confirmed investment sources
Eligible Dependents
- Spouse of the main applicant
- Children above the age of 18 enrolled in an education institution and dependent on the main applicant.
- Parents
- Parents in-law
Hungary Residency by Investment Benefits
Straightforward process
This opportunity comes with no language, residency, or knowledge requirements and offers the advantages of a favorable tax system, providing lifestyle and financial security within the EU’s stable economic and political environment.
Minimum Physical Residency
Successful investors are required to maintain property and a registered address, but there’s no need for physical residency.
Dependents
This program allows you to include your spouse, unmarried children, and parents on a single application.
Permanent Residency
The initial residency permit is valid for five years and can be easily renewed.
Visa-free travel
Benefit from access to the highly sought-after Schengen Zone in the European Union.
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Legal Basis
As per the Hungarian Permanent Residency Act CCXX of 2012 amending Act II of 2007 on the Entry and Residency Requirements of Third-Country Citizens Article 1(4) 4): For Paragraph (3), a third-country citizen’s stay in Hungary is considered to be “in the interest of the national economy” in particular if: a) The third-country citizen who applies verifies that he/she own(s) security with a face value of at least EUR 300,000 and with a maturity of at least five years”.
Costs of Hungary Permanent Residency
Minimum investment
EUR 250,000
Application fee
EUR 60,000
Additional Dependents
EUR 10,000
Minimum investment
EUR 500,000
Application Process For Hungary Permanent Residency
Application Process
4-6 months
- Step 1Savory & Partners shall pre-screen your passport copy for Government pre-approval to ensure fast processing. A down payment of the professional fees will be required to open your application.
- Step 2At this phase, the investor initiates their application for a temporary Category D visa, which grants them the opportunity to proceed with the residency process. The government will perform its official due diligence and background checks as part of the immigration procedure. The entire application process can be completed remotely through the investor's nearest Hungarian consulate or embassy.
- Step 3Upon approval of the visa application, the investor is required to visit Budapest to provide biometric data and collect the residency card in person. The initial residency is valid for 12 months and allows for a single entry into Hungary to finalize the Golden Visa and property acquisition.
- Step 4The investor is now tasked with identifying the property of their choice and making the necessary 10% down payment to secure the property.
- Step 5Upon receiving the final approval, the remaining program fees and property expenses must be settled within 90 days. A certificate of ownership is issued upon payment.
- Step 6Once the real estate transaction is successfully completed, Hungary automatically converts the Category D visa into a long-term 10-year residency card, which can be renewed as long as property ownership is maintained and a valid address in Budapest is retained.
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Visa-free Countries for Hungary Residency
Visa-free and visa-on-arrival countries
26 Countries & Territories
Visa-free access (26 countries & territories)
- Austria
- Belgium
- Czech Republic
- Denmark
- Estonia
- Finland
- France
- Germany
- Greece
- Hungary
- Iceland
- Italy
- Latvia
- Lithuania
- Luxembourg
- Malta
- Netherlands
- Norway
- Poland
- Portugal
- Slovakia
- Slovenia
- Spain
- Sweden
- Switzerland
Client Success Stories
World-Class Healthcare as an EU Citizen
The Challenge
Our client, a Pakistani entrepreneur, had always dreamt of providing his family with a better future, both in terms of opportunities and quality of life. After hearing about Malta's Residency by Investment program, he decided to take action.
In 2022, he successfully secured residency for himself, his wife, and their elderly parents. This allowed them to live in Malta while enjoying the benefits of an EU residency. The program promised eventual citizenship after one year of residency, which was exactly what they hoped for.
However, shortly after they moved to Malta, the client's mother was diagnosed with breast cancer. The news came as a shock, and the gravity of the situation hit hard. His mother, who had always been a source of strength for the family, now faced a life-threatening illness.
With her health at risk, the family’s immediate concern became securing the best possible treatment. This meant having access to world-class medical facilities without delay, as they didn’t have the luxury of time to wait for appointments or referrals.
The client knew that Malta's healthcare system was ranked among the best in Europe, but he wasn’t sure how quickly they could get the care his mother urgently needed. He reached out to us for guidance, hoping we could help expedite her treatment in this crucial time.
Our Solution
We immediately got to work, leveraging our extensive knowledge of Malta’s Residency by Investment program. Thanks to his status as a resident, our client had already been granted access to Malta's renowned healthcare system.
The country ranks 5th globally in healthcare quality according to the World Health Organization. It was a relief to know that his mother would receive top-notch treatment, but now we had to make the process as smooth and quick as possible.
We guided our client through the available healthcare options, helping him navigate the local medical landscape to ensure his mother could get the immediate care she required.
We recommended one of the top breast care clinics in Malta, known for its cutting-edge treatments and specialized care. She was able to get an immediate consultation, and the team quickly devised a treatment plan to address her condition.
During this time, our client’s family was in the process of completing their citizenship application, which they were eligible for after just one year of residency. As soon as they were granted citizenship, our client and his parents could travel across Europe more easily. This proved invaluable when the family made the decision to seek additional treatment in France, one of the leading countries in cancer care.
The Result
With the support of Malta’s exceptional healthcare system, the client’s mother successfully completed her treatment. Now fully recovered, the family has returned to Malta, enjoying the security of citizenship, access to free public healthcare, and the social benefits of living in a safe and vibrant country.
Why Choose Malta Citizenship?
Malta's Citizenship by Investment program offers a multitude of advantages that make it an ideal choice for investors and their families:
- Access to Malta’s top-tier healthcare system, ranked among the world’s best
- Visa-free travel to over 160 countries, including the USA and Canada
- Ability to live, work, and study anywhere within the EU
- Long-term security with family inclusion options
- Free public healthcare, education, and social services
- Stable and growing economy with opportunities to establish a business
Investment Requirements:
- A contribution of at least €750,000 for a minimum residency period of 12 months and €600,000 for 36 months.
- Property Investment: Minimum of €700,000 for purchasing a property or €16,000 annual rental agreement.
- Donation: €10,000 to a charitable cause designated by the government.
- Residency Requirement: 12 months of residency before applying for citizenship.
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Content
- Hungary Country profile
- Benefits of the program
- Investment requirements
- Investment process
Length
4 pages
Language
English & Arabic
size
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ABOUT HUNGARY
CAPITAL
Budapest
TOTAL AREA
93,030 km²
POPULATION
9.71 million
LANGUAGE(S)
Hungarian
CURRENCY
Forint (HUF)
EXCHANGE RATE
1 USD = 359.69 HUF
GDP – PER CAPITA (2022)
USD 19,385
GDP – TOTAL (2022)
USD 188.5 billion
About Hungary
Lying at the heart of Europe, The Republic of Hungary lies at the crossroads between the east and west between Europe and Asia. This small landlocked country has a long and rich history and is one of the most visited cities in Europe. Established in 2012, the Hungary Investor Residency Bond program offers applicants a host of advantages.
Officially known as the Republic of Hungary, the nation is home to 9.9 million people.
The capital Budapest is one of Europe’s largest and most beautiful historic cities. Budapest is also one of the largest cities in Europe.
The currency is the Hungarian Forint (HUF). However, it is obliged to adopt the Euro at a future date as a condition of EU membership.
The country is a member of NATO, EU, OECD, WTO (World Trade Organization) and is part of the Schengen zone, which allows free movement of people across member states.
The country has a stable political parliamentary democracy.
The economy is classed as medium-sized, upper-middle-income, structurally, politically and institutionally open.
Principle industries include construction materials, metallurgy, mining, processed foods, textiles, pharmaceuticals and motor vehicles.
Its main agricultural products are wheat, corn, sunflower seed, potatoes, sugar-beets; pigs, cattle, poultry, and dairy products.
Hungary has a reputation for high standards of education, with an emphasis on mathematics, technology and science.
Hungarians boast a long repertoire of inventions from the ballpoint pen, rubrics cube, modern transformer, plasma television, cathode ray tube to the electron microscope.
Hungary has a highly developed road, railway, and air and water transport system.
Personal income tax is 16% and corporate tax varies between 10% and 19%. All other income outside is non-taxable.
Where is Hungary?
Hungary is a landlocked country in central Europe bordered by Slovakia and Austria to the north, Ukraine and Romania to the east, Slovenia to the west, and Croatia and Serbia to the south.
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