Hungary

Budget-conscious EU Schengen residency with zero presence. 9% corporate tax for business structuring. Alternative to Greek GV for investors accepting Orbán political risk.

Mobility score

10/10

workbook layer

Visa-free

189

destinations

Passport tier

Elite (185+)

Programme detail from the September 2026 data release

Last updated: September 2026Source-backed programme data77 source referencesData confidence

Minimum investment

$270k

Investment type

Fund / Donation

Timeline

3–5 months

Physical presence

Visit required for biometrics or interview

Best for

Budget-conscious EU Schengen residency with zero presence. 9% corporate tax for business structuring. Alternative to Greek GV for investors accepting Orbán political risk.

Key benefits

Budget-conscious EU Schengen residency with zero presence. 9% corporate tax for business structuring. Alternative to Greek GV for investors accepting Orbán political risk.
EU Schengen residency at €270k investment
9% corporate tax planning
zero presence requirement
ESTA USA included
New program launched July 2024. Three investment routes: Real Estate Investment Fund (€250k), or educational institution donation (€1M). Zero presence requirement. EU Schengen + UK + ESTA. EU's lowest corporate tax at 9%. Political risk: Orbán government faces EU rule of law proceedings.

Limitations / notes

Reputation-sensitive investors
those with EU compliance concerns about Orbán government
8-year citizenship horizon too long
citizenship in Hungarian is challenging
Hungary faces EU infringement proceedings for rule of law violations. Geopolitical alignment concerns. New program with limited track record. First year operational.

Passport strength

Mobility score

10/10

Visa-free

189 destinations

Tier

Elite (185+)

Schengen access; UK: Yes; USA: Visa-free (ESTA); 189 visa-free destinations

Hungary

Lawful residence

Hungary Guest Investor Visa

Programme detail from the September 2026 data release

Key benefits

Limitations / notes

Country verification