Global Residency and Citizenship by Investment Report: Hungary (RBI)
Rankings
Overall ranking: 13th (score: 84.78)
- Procedure: 13th
- Mobility: 3rd
- Tax Optimization: 6th
- Quality of Life: 18th
- Investment: 20th
Country Information
Legal Provision | |
Region | Europe |
Minimum investment threshold | €250,000 |
Year of inception | 2023 |
Visa-free countries | 181 |
Investment options | Investment in real estate fund bond purchase (regulated by Hungarian National Bank) as well as direct real estate purchase in Hungary and non-refundable donation to a cultural/public institution |
Physical presence requirements | No strict minimum stays to maintain the permit, but must not remain outside Hungary for more than 90 days per entry |
Family member inclusion | The main applicant can include spouse and dependent children under 18 (or over if dependent) |
Dual citizenship allowed | Yes |
Path to citizenship | Eligibility to apply for citizenship after eight years of continuous residence, with specific conditions |
Average processing time | 2-4 months |