Hungary offers a long term residence permit to investors through its Guest Investor Programme. Filipino nationals can apply on the same basis as other investors from outside the European Union. This page sets out the current position so you can plan.
Information, not advice. Figures are indicative and current as of June 2026. Always confirm the present rules with the official program authority and a licensed professional before you act.
Filipino nationals are eligible. As citizens of a country outside the European Union, they qualify on the same terms as most other foreign investors, and there is no reported nationality bar for the Philippines.
Applicants are generally expected to be at least 18, hold a clean criminal record and make a qualifying investment that is held for the required period. Confirm the live eligibility rules with the official authority before applying.
Reporting describes two main options. One is the purchase of a qualifying share in a real estate fund registered with the Hungarian central bank, held for a set number of years. The other is a larger financial donation to a qualifying higher education or research institution. The investment is generally made after approval. Confirm the current routes and conditions with the official authority before committing any money.
The residence permit is reported to be granted for ten years and to be extendable once. Plan time for approval before the investment is placed, and for document gathering. Confirm current processing times and the order of steps with the official authority.
The figures below are indicative entry points drawn from public reporting. Treat them as a starting point only and confirm the current amounts, fund rules and fees with the official authority before acting.
| Item | Indicative amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Real estate fund share | From EUR 250,000 | Share in a fund registered with the Hungarian central bank, held for a set period. Confirm the current figure with the official authority |
| Donation to an institution | From EUR 1,000,000 | Reported route for education, research or artistic activity. Confirm the current figure with the official authority |
| Government and processing fees | Confirm the current figure with the official authority | Application and residence permit fees apply |
Figures are indicative and current as of June 2026. National Directorate General for Aliens Policing (Orszagos Idegenrendeszeti Foigazgatosag) publishes the binding detail. Verify before you act.
Yes. Filipino nationals are eligible as investors from outside the European Union. Eligibility depends on making a qualifying investment and passing due diligence, not on nationality.
Reporting describes a ten year permit that can be extended once for a further period. Confirm the current validity and extension rules with the official authority.
Reporting points to an arrangement where the investment is made after approval, which reduces upfront risk. Confirm the current order of steps with the official authority before acting.
Information, not advice. Figures are indicative and current as of June 2026. Always confirm the present rules with the official program authority and a licensed professional before you act.
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