Faq
Although the investor visa is valid for a maximum of 6 months, you must report the completion of the investment (with supporting documents) to the competent authority no later than 3 months after your first entry into Hungary, and in 3 months after you received your visa. If this is not done on time, your visa will expire.
The law stipulates that you must hold your investment for at least 5 years. At Biggeorge Fund Management Plc. there is a 3-months window in every 5 years to redeem fund investments. For more information, please click here.
Even if you sell your investment, your residence permit remains valid for 10 years. In order to obtain an extension for a further 10 years, you must again have an investment in accordance with the law.
There is no minimum period of residence in Hungary for holders of a guest investor residence permit. You do not have to use your residence permit and there is no risk that it will expire as a result. You do have the right, however, to move to Hungary (with all qualifying family members involved in the process), and spend an unlimited amount of time here.
- the person holding the permit
- the spouse
- common and not common minor children (including adopted and foster children) minor children over whom they have parental authority
- holders of a residence permit and the spouse's dependent parents
- the brother or sister of the permit holder and of the spouse, and their direct relatives, if they are unable to care for themselves because of ill health.
Yes, a clean criminal record is required for the application process.
Yes, the Golden Visa allows you to live and work in Hungary.
No, you do not need to speak Hungarian to apply for a Golden Visa.
Yes, but the loan shall comply as a legally obtained personal fund.
Yes, the Golden Visa allows visa-free travel within the Schengen Area for short stays.
No, it is not needed to visit Hungary before applying.
You must provide bank statements, financial records and documentation demonstrating the lawful origin of your investment funds. For more information click here.
Yes, children of Golden Visa holders can enroll in Hungarian elementary and high schools, and universities.
There are no formal obligations to integrate, but engaging with local culture and community can enhance your experience.
Yes, Golden Visa holders can start and operate their own businesses in Hungary.
Common reasons include incomplete documentation, failure to meet investment criteria, or issues with background checks.
No specific educational requirements exist for Golden Visa applicants.
The Golden Visa is not specifically designed for digital nomads, but residency allows remote work or operating a business in Hungary.
You should report the loss to Hungarian authorities, and apply for a replacement card.
Yes, Golden Visa holders can own and register vehicles in Hungary.
