# Hungary Source: https://www.savoryandpartners.com/programs/residency-by-investment/hungary · Updated: 2026-09-17 Obtain Hungary Residency Visa. Contact Savory & Partners' expert team of consultants now to learn more about the program. ## Hungary Guest Investor Program Requirements Hungary’s Guest Investor Program is available to eligible third-country nationals who make or undertake a qualifying investment. Applicants must provide the required evidence of funds and their legal origin, accommodation and travel documentation. Where a Guest Investor Visa is required, healthcare coverage or the ability to cover healthcare costs must also be demonstrated. ## Main Applicant Requirements - Third-country national eligible under the Guest Investor route - Complete or undertake one qualifying investment: €250,000 investment fund share or €1,000,000 qualifying donation - Provide proof of sufficient funds for the investment - Credibly substantiate the legal origin/acquisition of the investment funds - Provide proof of accommodation in Hungary - Hold a valid travel document - For Guest Investor Visa applications, provide evidence of healthcare coverage or the ability to cover healthcare costs ## Eligible Dependents - Spouse or registered partner - Minor children, including adopted and foster children - Dependent parents of the main applicant or spouse - Siblings or ascendant relatives of the main applicant or spouse where they are unable to support themselves due to health reasons ## Hungary Guest Investor Program Benefits ## Work & Business Rights Guest Investor permit holders, and family members holding the related family-reunification permit, may work in Hungary without restriction. Guest Investor permit holders may also carry out self-employed or executive business activities. ## Minimum Physical Residency No minimum stay is required to maintain or extend the Guest Investor residence permit. ## Dependents Eligible family members may apply for family reunification, including a spouse or registered partner, minor children and qualifying dependent relatives. ## Long Term Residency The permit is valid for up to 10 years and may be extended once for up to another 10 years, subject to the applicable investment conditions. ## Visa-free travel A valid Hungarian residence permit allows short stays in other Schengen countries for up to 90 days in any 180-day period, subject to Schengen entry conditions. ## Legal Basis The Hungary Guest Investor Program is governed by Act XC of 2023 on the General Rules for the Admission and Right of Residence of Third-Country Nationals. Section 22 regulates the Guest Investor residence permit, with implementing rules set out in Government Decree No. 35/2024 (II. 29.). ## Costs of Hungary Guest Investor Program There are two qualifying investment routes under the Hungary Guest Investor Program: ## 1) Investment Fund Share Acquire an investment fund share of at least €250,000 issued by a qualifying real estate fund. The investment must be held for at least 5 years. The qualifying fund must meet the statutory requirements, including at least 40% of its net asset value invested in residential real estate in Hungary. | Item | Amount | | --- | --- | | Minimum investment | €250,000 | ## 2) Financial Donation Make a financial donation of at least €1,000,000 to a higher education institution maintained by a public trust with a public-service mission, for educational, scientific research or artistic creation activities. | Item | Amount | | --- | --- | | Minimum Donation | €1,000,000 | ## Government Fees | Item | Amount | | --- | --- | | Guest Investor Visa | €110 (where required) | | Residence Permit Application in Hungary | €107 in person / €70 via Enter Hungary | | Residence Permit Extension | €70 | ## Application Process For Hungary Guest Investor Program The official procedural administration period for a Guest Investor residence permit is 21 days once the application is complete. This does not include time awaiting proof of the qualifying investment, remedying missing documents or completing other procedural actions. Any end-to-end timeframe should therefore be presented separately as an estimate. 1. Select a qualifying investment route and prepare the Guest Investor documentation, including evidence of funds and their legal origin. 2. If a visa is required for entry, apply for the Guest Investor Visa at a Hungarian consulate. Visa-exempt applicants may enter Hungary without this visa. 3. Enter Hungary. If the investment was only undertaken at visa stage, complete it within 3 months of visa issuance and verify completion through Enter Hungary within 3 months of entry. 4. Submit the Guest Investor residence-permit application in Hungary within 30 days of first legal entry with a Guest Investor Visa or on a visa-free basis, as applicable. Personal appearance for biometrics is mandatory. 5. Submit proof of the completed qualifying investment. The official procedural administration period is 21 days once the application is complete, excluding statutory pauses. 6. The residence permit is delivered by post. It may be valid for up to 10 years and may be extended once for up to another 10 years. ## RESIDENCE PERMIT ADMINISTRATION 21 Days ## Visa-free Countries WITH Hungary Residency Visa-free destinations: When you hold a valid Hungarian Guest Investor residence permit, you may make short stays in other Schengen countries for up to 90 days in any 180-day period, subject to Schengen entry conditions. ### Visa-free access (29 countries) - Austria - Belgium - Bulgaria - Croatia - Czech Republic - Denmark - Estonia - Finland - France - Germany - Greece - Hungary - Iceland - Italy - Latvia - Liechtenstein - Lithuania - Luxembourg - Malta - Netherlands - Norway - Poland - Portugal - Romania - 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: 1. Access to Malta’s **top-tier healthcare system**, ranked among the world’s best 1. Visa-free travel to **over 160 countries**, including the USA and Canada 1. Ability to live, work, and study anywhere within the EU 1. Long-term **security with family inclusion options** 1. Free **public healthcare**, **education**, and **social services** 1. 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. ## Download brochure - Length: 4 pages - Language: English & Arabic - size: 1 mb **Content** - Hungary Country profile - Benefits of the program - Investment requirements - Investment process ## About Hungary - CAPITAL: Budapest - TOTAL AREA: 93,023 km² - POPULATION: 9.56 million - LANGUAGE(S): Hungarian - CURRENCY: Forint (HUF) - EXCHANGE RATE: $1 = Ft 341 - GDP – PER CAPITA (2025): $24,180 - GDP – TOTAL (2025): $237.07 billion ### About Hungary Hungary lies at the crossroads between the east of Asia and the west of Europe. This small landlocked country has a long and storied history and is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Europe. The country’s official name is Hungary, the nation is home to around 9.6 million people. The capital Budapest is one of Europe’s largest and most beautiful historic cities. Hungary’s currency is the Hungarian Forint (HUF). The country is a member of NATO, EU, OECD, WTO, and the Schengen Area, which allows free movement of people across member states. Hungary has a stable political parliamentary democracy. The economy is classed as medium-sized, upper-middle-income, and structurally, politically, and institutionally open. Principal industries include construction materials, metallurgy, mining, processed foods, textiles, pharmaceuticals, and motor vehicles. Its main agricultural exports are wheat, corn, sunflower seeds, potatoes, sugarbeets, and dairy products. Hungary has a reputation for high standards of education, with an emphasis on mathematics, technology, and science. Hungarians have been the brainchildren of several inventions, from the biro to the Rubik’s Cube to the transformer. The country has highly developed road, railway, air, and water transport systems. Headline personal income tax is 15% and while the headline corporate tax rate is 9%. ### Where is Hungary? Hungary is a landlocked country in central Europe. It borders Slovakia in the north, Ukraine in the northeast, Romania in the east, Croatia and Serbia in the south, Slovenia in the southwest, and Austria in the west.