GRGolden Visa
Greece Golden Visa
Greece
EU Residency50% Tax CutReal Estate
Program Data Terminal
52/100Good
Min Investment
€250,000
Processing
1-3 months
Tax Rate
Hungarian resident rules
Min Stay
None
Visa-Free
188 countries
Family
—
Stead Score Breakdown
52
GOOD
Legal Certainty24/25
Operational Track20/25
Financial Transparency8/25
Independent Verification5/25
Golden VisaEurope
HU
Hungary Guest Investor Program (GIP)
The fastest EU Golden Visa — 10-year residency with Schengen access in as little as 4–6 weeks.
Best for:Those needing fastest possible EU residencyNon-EU nationals who want Schengen access quicklyInvestors preferring fund investment over direct real estate
About Hungary Guest Investor Program (GIP)
Hungary's Guest Investor Program launched in 2024 is the fastest EU Golden Visa available. 10-year renewable residency through €250,000 real estate fund investment. No language requirement and no physical presence required for the permit.
Key benefits
Fastest EU Golden Visa — approved in weeks
10-year residency permit (renewable)
€250,000 real estate investment fund
Full Schengen access
No physical presence requirement
No language test
Who this is for
Best suited for
- Those needing fastest possible EU residency
- Non-EU nationals who want Schengen access quickly
- Investors preferring fund investment over direct real estate
Pros and cons
Advantages
- + Fastest EU GV, 10-Year Permit, Schengen profile within Europe
- + Fast processing (1-3 months)
- + Civil Law legal framework
- + Crypto-friendly environment
Considerations
- Requirements vary by nationality and profile
- Professional and government fees add to headline investment
- Policy changes can affect timelines and costs
Eligibility and requirements
The following requirements apply to most applicants. Individual circumstances may vary.
4 required documents · 0 optional
Requirements shown are general guidelines and subject to change. Verify current requirements with official sources or a licensed Stead advisor.
Need help with documents?
Companies with Stead ID arrive pre-verified to Hungary Guest Investor Program (GIP)'s intake workflow.
Application process
A step-by-step guide with typical timeframes and how Stead helps at each stage.
Estimated total: 1-3 months1
Eligibility and strategy consultation
Week 1A Stead advisor reviews your nationality, background, and goals against Hungary Guest Investor Program (GIP) requirements. We confirm the right investment route, timeline, and document strategy before filing.
How Stead helps:
Free pre-screening and a personalized checklist based on your Stead ID and nationality.
2
Document collection and verification
Weeks 1-3Police clearances, financial records, identity documents, and program-specific forms are gathered, notarized, and apostilled where required.
How Stead helps:
Stead's document engine tracks completion and pre-fills standard forms for Stead ID holders.
3
Application submission
Weeks 3-4The completed dossier is submitted to Hungary authorities or the licensed processing unit with government fees paid.
How Stead helps:
Stead manages agent communication and confirms fee routing to official accounts.
4
Due diligence and review
1-3 monthsAuthorities conduct background, source-of-funds, and compliance reviews. Additional information requests are common at this stage.
How Stead helps:
Stead responds to information requests within 24 hours and monitors status daily.
5
Approval and fulfillment
Final weeksUpon approval, qualifying investment or registration steps are completed and certificates, licenses, or passports are issued.
How Stead helps:
Stead coordinates fulfillment, delivery logistics, and post-approval compliance briefing.
Pre-verified intake for Stead ID applicants
Companies with Stead ID arrive pre-verified to Hungary Guest Investor Program (GIP)'s intake workflow. Verified identity, pre-populated forms, and automated status tracking reduce processing time.
Cost breakdown
Complete transparency on all fees involved.
Total estimate for single applicant
€265,000–300,000
Prices in USD · subject to change
ItemAmountNotesRequired?
Fund investment€250,000Approved real estate fundRequired
Government fee€10,000ApplicationRequired
Total estimate€265,000–300,000Including legal feesOptional
All fees shown are in USD and are provided as estimates only. Government fees are subject to change. Stead advisory fees are separate from government fees.
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