Hungarian Residence Permit for 4 Years: Application Review in Just 21 Days

Obtaining a Hungarian residence permit is one of the fastest and most reliable ways to legalize your stay in the European Union. IST Hungary offers an effective solution: establishing a business in Hungary, followed by obtaining a residence permit for the company owner and their family members. The entire process is fully transparent, and a decision on the application is made in just 21 days.

Hungary is an attractive jurisdiction for obtaining a residence permit due to its advantageous geographical location in the heart of Europe, a stable economy, a favorable tax regime, and a simplified documentation procedure for entrepreneurs.

Why Choose a Hungarian Residence Permit Through Company Formation

• Legal Residence in the EU – The residence permit grants the right to stay, work, and travel within the Schengen Area without visa restrictions.
• Doing Business in the Heart of Europe – Hungary provides access to the single European market and key logistics routes.
• Lowest Corporate Tax in the EU – Just 9%, one of the lowest rates among EU countries, making a Hungarian company a lucrative tool for international business.
• Pathway to Permanent Residency – Permanent residence can be obtained after just 3 years of living in Hungary.
• Hungarian Citizenship – After several years of holding permanent residency, you become eligible to apply for a Hungarian passport.
• Expedited Citizenship for Special Merit – In certain cases, with significant contribution to the Hungarian economy or other spheres of life, citizenship may be granted early – within 1–2 years.

How to Obtain a Hungarian Residence Permit: Step-by-Step Process

1. Establishing a Hungarian Company – Our specialists handle all legal and organizational work related to company registration in Hungary.
2. Confirming Business Activity – You demonstrate real economic activity in accordance with the requirements of Hungarian immigration law.
3. Submitting the Residence Permit Application – Documents are submitted to the immigration authorities, and within just 21 days, you receive a residence permit valid for 4 years.

This business-based route to a Hungarian residence permit is considered one of the fastest in Europe and is suitable both for entrepreneurs and for those who wish to secure legal status for their family in the EU.

Full Support at Every Stage

IST Hungary experts accompany clients at all stages of the process – from selecting the optimal type of business activity and registering the company to receiving the Hungarian residence card. We handle document preparation, interaction with government agencies, and provide consultations on all related matters, including taxation and subsequent registration of permanent residency and Hungarian citizenship.

For details on the terms of obtaining a Hungarian residence permit, please visit our website.

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