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 has relaunched its highly anticipated Guest Investor Program (GIP), becoming one of the most competitive EU long-term residency programs on the market today. By investing in a fund, you can quickly secure this "proto-EU passport" for your entire family, allowing free travel within the Schengen area and connecting the golden crossroads of Eastern and Western Europe.
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
Only requires a 250,000 EUR compliant real estate fund; capital tie-up is low, and liquidity is better than direct property purchase.
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
Enter Hungary and complete the final investment of 250k/500k/1M EUR within 3 months.
Submit Residency Application (1-2 months)
Exchange the investment completion certificate for official residency status at the immigration office.
Receive 10-Year Residency Card
The whole family collects the 10-year valid Guest Investor Residence Permit.
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.