Hungary Guest Investor Visa Programme (GIVP): Cost, Requirements & Processing Time (2026)
The short version
Hungary Guest Investor Visa Programme (GIVP) requires a minimum investment of €250,000 (real-estate fund route), with residency in ~1–2 months and a path to citizenship in 8 years.
Investment routes compared
| Route type | Amount (EUR) | Notes | Primary? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Real-estate fund | €250,000 | MNB-approved real estate fund; ≥40% NAV in Hungarian residential real estate; 5-year hold. | Most common |
| Education donation | €1,000,000 | Non-refundable donation to a Hungarian higher-education institution operated by a public trust. |
Eligibility check
Do your investable assets meet Hungary's golden-visa minimum?
Investable assets: $280,000
A ~$375k investable-asset profile clears this threshold.
Source: Hungary Guest Investor Programme (Golden Visa) · checked 2026-04-16
Modelled estimate from published thresholds — not immigration, legal, or tax advice. Covers income / savings / age only; other eligibility gates are not modelled.
Check against your savingsAt a glance
- €250,000 minimum qualifying investment
- ~1–2 months expected end-to-end processing
- 8 years of residence citizenship timeline
- Schengen access travel rights
- No minimum stay physical-presence requirement
Physical presence: No minimum stay required. Visit at least once per year for renewal paperwork.
Official program source · Source: Hungarian National Directorate-General for Aliens Policing (OIF) · Last verified Aug 7, 2026 (4 weeks ago) · Verify current rules with an authorized immigration adviser or the destination's consulate before applying.
Next review 2026-10-05.