Hungary Guest Investor Program (Golden Visa)
A brand-new golden pathway in the heart of Europe, making a strong return with an ultra-low fund threshold.
Hungary's Guest Investor Programme offers qualifying long-term residence, not an EU passport. Current investment options are an eligible real-estate fund or a donation to a qualifying higher-education institution; work, study and family permits have different conditions.
Processing Time
2-4 Months
Min Investment
250,000 EUR (Fund)
Residency Req
No residency requirement
Passport Rank
8th Globally
Corporate Tax
Lowest in Europe: 9% Corporate Tax
Ultra-Long Validity
Upon approval, receive a residency permit valid for 10 years, which can be renewed for another 10 years, saving time and effort.
No Immigration Jail
There is absolutely no annual residency time requirement in Hungary for the main applicant or their dependents.
Cost-Effective Fund
Eligible fund shares require at least EUR 250,000 and a minimum five-year holding restriction; returns and exit carry risk.
Central Hub
Budapest is the economic and cultural hub of Central Europe, offering extremely high quality of life at an affordable price.
Tax Planning & Wealth Management
Tax policies vary wildly across global jurisdictions. Properly utilizing a second identity can effectively avoid double taxation, optimize corporate offshore structures, and provide a safer legal moat for family wealth succession. For specific tax plans, please consult our senior tax compliance experts for a 1-on-1 assessment.
Children's Education & Springboard to Elite Schools
Obtaining an overseas long-term residency or passport is a "golden key" to opening the doors of the world's top universities for your children. Not only can they enjoy local free public education or cost-effective international schools, but they can also return to China as "Overseas Chinese Students" or "International Students," using that advantage to gain admission to China's top higher education institutions with lower scores.
Apply for Guest Investor Visa
Prepare and submit documents; upon approval, receive a 6-month valid Guest Investor Visa for entry.
Land & Complete Investment
Submit the residence application on time and provide eligible investment proof within the applicable visa validity or six months after the first lawful visa-free entry.
Submit Residency Application (1-2 months)
Exchange the investment completion certificate for official residency status at the immigration office.
Receive 10-Year Residency Card
Approved applicants receive their residence cards under the decision; verify validity separately for the principal and relatives.
How long does the entire application cycle usually take?
Processing times vary greatly depending on the country and visa category. Generally, real estate investment immigration can be approved within a few months, while programs involving complex background checks or waiting lists might take 1-2 years. For specific timelines, please refer to the latest processing schedules from the local immigration office.
Are the requirements for explaining the source of funds strict?
For investment immigration programs, the vast majority of countries require applicants to prove the legal source of their investment funds. However, the strictness of documentary requirements varies by country. Our legal team will assist you in issuing the most logical source of funds explanation plan.
Which family members can the main applicant bring?
Most countries' residency or citizenship programs allow "one person applies, the whole family immigrates." This generally includes the main applicant's spouse and children under 18 (or under 21/25 if studying and financially dependent). Some countries even allow including both sets of parents.
Real Client Approvals & Timelines
The applicant wanted Schengen mobility and a low-residency European base. We matched the family to Hungary guest-investor logic and aligned fund-source evidence with the investment timeline.
A SaaS founder planned a Budapest sales office. We used a business-operation route proving company substance, office lease and regional revenue plan.