Hungary Residency by Investment
Hungary’s Residency by Investment program offers a streamlined path to European residency, providing visa-free travel within the Schengen Area and the opportunity to live and work in Hungary. This program is ideal for high-net-worth individuals and families seeking a secure and strategic foothold in Europe.
Benefits of Hungarian Residency by Investment
- Quick and effective path to European residence
- Visa-free travel within Europe’s Schengen Area
- No minimum stay requirement
- Includes spouse and children under 18
- Investment properties can generate income
Requirements for the Hungary Residency by Investment
Non-EU citizens, spouses, and children under 18 can obtain residency through one of the following investment options:
1. Real Estate Investment Fund
- EUR 250,000 investment in a Hungarian real estate fund
- 40% of fund assets must be in Hungarian residential property
- Five-year holding period
2. Real Estate Acquisition (effective January 1, 2025)
- EUR 500,000 investment in uncontested residential property
- Property must be free of disputes and encumbrances
- Five-year prohibition on sale or encumbrance
3. Donation to a Hungarian Public Trust
- EUR 1 million donation to a public trust institution of higher education
Additional Requirements
- No Schengen Information System alerts or bans
- No threat to public order, security, or national security
- Consultation with Hungarian law enforcement and national security services
Application Process
- Initial application submission
- Document verification
- Investment completion
- Residency permit issuance
- Renewal (every 5 years)
Family Eligibility
- Spouse
- Children under 18
- Joint property ownership with family members