Residence permit for employment for the purpose of investment
Hungary
Last updated: December 24, 2025
Maximum 3 years
€110
21 days
Medium
About this Visa
This is a work visa for foreign workers hired to implement large investment projects in Hungary. Your employer must have government approval for the investment project before you can apply. Once approved, you can work and live in Hungary while the investment is being completed. Key difference: This visa is tied to a specific investment project, not just any job. Most people need the employer to get government approval first. What you can do: Work without restrictions, start your own business, travel freely in Europe for 90 days at a time.
Key Benefits
- Work anywhere: work for your employer or other employers without new permission
- Start a business: run your own business while holding this permit
- Travel in Europe: visit Schengen countries for 90 days every 6 months
- No language test: you do not need to speak Hungarian
- Healthcare access: use Hungarian hospitals and doctors with valid insurance
Eligibility & Requirements
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be 18 or older
- No criminal record
- Must pass security check
- Must not have been deported before
- Must be from a country outside the EU/EEA
- Your employer must have government investment approval
- Must have a written job contract
Financial Requirement
You must prove you can afford to live in Hungary: pay for food, housing, and return home if needed. No specific minimum amount required.
Documents
- Valid passportMust remain valid during stay
- Employment contract or job offer letterFrom your employer
- Government approval for the investment projectYour employer obtains this
- Proof you can afford to live in HungaryBank statement or job letter showing salary
- Proof of housingLease, ownership document, or employer letter
- Health insurance proofValid coverage for Hungary
- One photographFacial photo
- Completed application formProperly filled and signed
Disclaimer: The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or immigration advice. Visa requirements, fees, and processes change frequently. Please verify all information with official government sources and consult a qualified immigration attorney before making decisions.