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Hungary’s Golden Visa program, reintroduced on July 1, 2024, offers a unique pathway for international investors to gain European Union residency through investments in real estate funds. With a low investment threshold of €250,000, Hungary’s program stands out as one of the most accessible Golden Visa programs in Europe.
What Are Real Estate Funds?
Real estate funds pool capital from multiple investors to purchase and manage a diversified portfolio of real estate assets. The goal is to generate returns through rental income, property appreciation, and other real estate activities. By investing in Hungary’s Golden Visa Real Estate Funds, investors can take advantage of these potential returns while securing residency in the European Union.
Key Features of Hungary’s Golden Visa Real Estate Funds
Minimum Investment: €250,000 in bonds of a registered real estate fund
Portfolio Composition: At least 40% of the fund’s assets must be Hungarian residential real estate
Investment Certificate: Proof of your eligibility for the Golden Visa program
Residency Permit: A 10+10 year residency permit, renewable upon meeting the original investment criteria
By making this investment, you will receive an investment certificate, which is crucial for obtaining residency.
Investment Process: How to Get Started
Select a Registered Real Estate Fund: Choose a fund that meets the program’s criteria.
Purchase Bonds: Invest at least €250,000 in bonds from the selected fund.
Receive an Investment Certificate: This certifies your investment and eligibility for the Golden Visa.
Apply for the Golden Visa: Use the investment certificate as proof during your application.
Complete the Investment: The entire investment process must be finalized within 90 days of your residency approval.
Why Invest in Hungary’s Golden Visa Real Estate Funds?
- Pathway to EU Residency
Gain residency in Hungary and visa-free travel across the Schengen Area for up to 90 days within a 180-day period. - No Minimum Stay Requirements
Unlike other countries, Hungary does not require investors to maintain a minimum physical presence in the country to retain residency. - Low Investment Threshold
At €250,000, Hungary’s Golden Visa program offers the lowest investment threshold in Europe for real estate funds. - Potential for Returns
You can benefit from rental income and property value appreciation, making the real estate fund a potentially profitable investment. - Pre-Approval Reduces Risk
Investors make the investment only after their Golden Visa application is pre-approved, reducing the risk of financial loss.