Yes, Hungary is a Schengen country. Visas and residence permits issued by Hungary are valid in all Schengen states, including Switzerland. The currency in Hungary is the Hungarian Forint (HUF), with approximately 400 forints equal to 1 euro.

Yes, with a valid Hungarian residence permit, you can visit all 28 Schengen states for business or tourism purposes, staying up to 90 days within any 180-day period. You can also live in these countries for a maximum of 180 days within a 6-month period.

Yes, you can visit non-Schengen EU member states such as Bulgaria, Croatia, Romania, Cyprus, Bosnia, Moldova, Montenegro, and Georgia. You can also visit Turkey with an e-visa using your Hungarian card. Note that the UK is not part of the Schengen zone, so a separate UK visa is required.

Yes, the program is fully backed by the Hungarian Government. [Download the gazetted law here].

No, the Government fee is non-refundable once your application is approved.

After 5 years, there is an option of buy back of your Real estate Investment Fund shares with a 5-8% ROI. This way your  €250,000 you invested is returned to back to you. You will retain your permanent residency status and there is no need to subscribe to the fund’s shares again.

• The main applicant must be over 18 years old.
• No criminal record.
• Spouse included.
• Siblings and grandparents can be included if they cannot support themselves.
• No language, age, or work experience requirements.

Yes, you can appoint a proxy to manage your case.

• Valid passports and ID cards.
• Police record certificate from the country of origin.
• Health insurance coverage in Hungary.
• Marriage certificate (must have an apostille).

You must appeal within 8 days. Your investment will be refunded, minus applicable charges.

Once granted permanent residency, there is no obligation to live in Hungary. However, you are free to enter and exit any Schengen country.

Yes, if a child is born in Hungary, parents holding Residency status can approach us for the child’s residency. We can assist in applying for the new-born child.

Yes, you can apply for Hungarian citizenship and a passport after 8 years of continuous residence, passing a Hungarian language test, and taking an oath.

Yes, both you and your family members are allowed to work. Investors can engage in activities independently or as chief executives, while family members can work under employment contracts.

Yes, with a residence permit card, you can buy real estate in Hungary. Typically, a nice flat in a central area costs around €250,000. You can buy two properties for €500,000 after getting approved under the Golden Visa scheme.

Yes, this program includes a 100% property investment option.

You become a tax resident if you live more than 183 days per year in Hungary. The Hungarian tax authority (NAV) will issue you a tax ID card, which is recommended to have.

The Guest Investor Visa provides a path to naturalization for EU citizenship in Hungary after 8 years of continuous residence. You must pass a Hungarian language and cultural test.

Yes, Hungary allows dual citizenship.

No, this scheme is only open to non-EU nationals.

We have a 99% approval rate as we conduct due diligence on clients beforehand to ensure eligibility.

We work with trusted partners in Hungary.

Yes, we welcome applications from US citizens and encourage real estate investment in Budapest.