Hungary Golden Visa

Hungary Golden Visa

Hungary Golden Visa

Secure Long-Term Residency in the Heart of Europe

The Hungary Golden Visa offers eligible non-EU investors a route to long-term European residency through an approved investment.

Successful applicants may receive a residence permit valid for up to 10 years. The permit also offers travel opportunities across the Schengen Area.

Eligible family members may apply for residence through the applicable family reunification process.

HCL Consultant can help you understand the requirements, compare the available investment options and prepare your application with confidence.

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Key Highlights:

Potential pathway to permanent residency or citizenship

Investment route starting from €250,000
Residence permit valid for up to 10 years
Possible extension for another 10 years
Travel within the Schengen Area
Eligible family members may apply
Right to live in Hungary
Access to employment and business activities
No direct property purchase required
Residency in an EU member country
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HOW WE WORK

HCL Consultant Support

HCL Consultant provides structured support throughout the Hungary Golden Visa process.

We begin by reviewing your profile and financial objectives. We then help you understand the approved investment routes, documentation requirements and application stages.

01
Initial Consultation
We assess your nationality, family profile, source of funds, investment budget and long-term objectives. This initial review helps determine your suitability for the programme.
02
Select Your Investment Route
Our team explains the qualifying investment options. We help you compare the €250,000 approved fund investment with the €1 million donation route. The final decision should be made after appropriate legal and financial advice.
03
Prepare the Application Documents
We help you organise your identification, financial, family and supporting documents. Documents may require translation, certification or legalisation before submission.
04
Complete the Qualifying Investment
The selected investment must be completed according to current Hungarian requirements. The applicant must retain all official certificates, transaction records and evidence of investment.
05
Submit the Application
The residence permit application is submitted in Hungary through the applicable procedure. The applicant must attend in person to provide fingerprints, a facial photograph and other biometric information.

Why Work With HCL Consultant?

Applying for European residency involves important legal and financial decisions.

HCL Consultant provides personalised guidance based on your family needs, investment capacity and long-term plans.

Our support includes:

Personalised eligibility assessment
Explanation of available investment routes
Guidance on source-of-funds documentation
Application document preparation
Coordination with relevant professionals
Family application guidance
Application submission support
Renewal and post-approval assistance
Clear updates throughout the process

Why Choose the Hungary Golden Visa?

Build a Long-Term Future in Hungary and Europe
Hungary offers a central European location, developed infrastructure and convenient access to other European markets. Its investor residence programme may appeal to families, entrepreneurs and international investors seeking long-term European residency.
Up to 10 Years of Residency
The residence permit may be granted for a maximum period of 10 years. This reduces the need for frequent permit renewals and gives investors greater long-term certainty.
Schengen Area Travel
A valid Hungarian residence permit supports travel within the Schengen Area for permitted short stays. This makes personal and business travel across participating European countries more convenient.
Family Reunification
Eligible family members may apply for residence under the applicable family reunification rules. This commonly includes a spouse and qualifying dependent children. Every family member must meet the relevant eligibility and documentation requirements.
Employment and Business Rights
The official guest investor residence permit allows the holder to undertake employment in Hungary. Permit holders may also conduct qualifying independent activities or act as an executive of a business organisation, subject to Hungarian law.
Investment Diversification
The approved fund route may allow investors to add European real estate exposure to their wider investment portfolio. However, investment value and returns are not guaranteed. Independent due diligence is essential.

Begin Your Citizenship Planning with Confidence

Choosing a citizenship programme is a major legal, financial and family decision. A professional assessment can help you understand your options, identify potential concerns and avoid selecting a programme that does not match your long-term objectives.
What is the Hungary Golden Visa?
The Hungary Golden Visa is commonly used to describe Hungary’s Guest Investor Programme.

It allows eligible third-country nationals to apply for long-term residence after making a qualifying investment.
What is the minimum investment?
The minimum qualifying amount is €250,000 through an approved real estate investment fund.

A separate €1 million donation route is also available.
Can I qualify by purchasing property in Hungary?
Direct property purchase is not currently listed as a qualifying investment route.

The €250,000 option involves investing in shares of an approved real estate fund.
How long is the residence permit valid?
The guest investor residence permit may be valid for up to 10 years.

It may be extended for another period of up to 10 years, subject to the applicable conditions.
How long must the fund investment be maintained?
The €250,000 investment fund shares must generally be placed in a securities account and held for at least five years.

The fund and fund manager must satisfy Hungarian regulatory requirements.
Can my family be included?
Eligible family members may apply for residence through the family reunification procedure.

Eligibility depends on the relationship, age, dependency and current Hungarian immigration rules.
Can I travel across the Schengen Area?
A valid Hungarian residence permit allows travel within the Schengen Area for permitted short stays.

Travellers must continue to meet the applicable passport and border-entry requirements.
Can Golden Visa holders work in Hungary?
Yes. According to Hungary’s immigration authority, guest investor permit holders may work in Hungary without restrictions.

They may also carry out certain independent or business activities, subject to applicable laws.
Do I need to visit Hungary?
An in-person appearance is required to complete the residence permit application and provide biometric information.

Other travel requirements depend on the applicant’s nationality and entry status.
Is the €250,000 investment guaranteed?
No investment is guaranteed or risk-free.

Investors should review the fund structure, fees, holding requirements, risks and exit conditions with independent legal and financial advisers.