Golden Visa – Guest Investor Program

Hungary’s 2024 Golden Visa scheme (Guest Investor Program) allows qualifying third-country nationals to obtain 10-year renewable residence permits based on selected investment routes. We assist with:

• Structuring investments under one of the eligible      categories:

  • Minimum EUR 250,000 in real estate funds registered in       Hungary

  • EUR 1,000,000 donation to a designated public interest       trust

• Preparing full documentation package, including      investment contracts, declarations, and proof of origin of funds

• Coordinating with fund managers, real estate agents, and      Hungarian authorities

• Representing clients during the application, renewal,      and compliance monitoring phases

We also advise on residency for family members and long-term immigration planning following the initial investment.

Business and Employment-Based Residence

We assist with all major residence categories under Hungarian law, including:

• Self-employed and business-related permits, including      "vendég önfoglalkoztató" (guest self-employment)

• Employment-based permits, including:

  • Standard work-based residence

  • Intra-corporate transfers (ICTs)

  • Highly qualified employees (Blue Card scheme)

• Permits for executives, shareholders, and service      providers of Hungarian or foreign companies

We handle the full documentation and submission process:

• Business plans, corporate documents, financial      statements

• Lease agreements, insurance, and other supporting      materials

• Filing via the Enter Hungary platform

• Full representation before the National      Directorate-General for Aliens Policing (OIF)

Family, Student, and Other Permits

Our team advises on residence rights for family members, dependents, and academic purposes:

• Family reunification (spouses, children, partners)

• Dependent permits (including elderly or disabled      relatives)

• Student residence permits for universities, research, or      training

• Other residence categories, including religious,      cultural, or humanitarian grounds

We provide full document assembly, authority coordination, and deadline management to minimize risk of rejection or expiry.

Long-Term Residence and Citizenship

We support clients in upgrading from temporary permits to permanent residency or Hungarian nationality. Our services include:

• EU long-term residence permits (after 5 years of lawful      stay)

• National permanent residence options

• Citizenship applications via:

  • Standard naturalization (after 8 years)

  • Preferential paths (e.g. spouses of Hungarian       nationals)

  • Simplified routes (based on Hungarian ancestry or       language skills)

• Translation, legalization, and submission of all      supporting documents

• Interview preparation and representation before OIF and      the Ministry of Interior

Appeals and Legal Remedies

We represent clients at all stages of the immigration process, including:

• Appeals against refusals, revocations, or unjustified      rejections

• Legal remedies in case of administrative silence,      delays, or procedural violations

• Interim relief to suspend deportation or permit expiry      during litigation

• Representation before embassies, OIF, and Hungarian      courts

We combine a procedural approach with litigation-readiness when needed, safeguarding both personal and business interests.

Business-Focused Immigration

We regularly assist founders, executives, and investors in aligning their business operations with immigration law:

• Advising on immigration-compliant company formation and      structuring

• Preparing income and ownership documentation to meet      legal thresholds

• Coordinating with accountants and tax advisors for      eligibility optimization

• Providing strategic legal guidance on long-term      settlement planning

Our immigration services are precise, strategic, and tailored to client goals. From temporary stay to permanent residency and citizenship, we deliver structured legal guidance and full lifecycle support.