Citizenship Visa

Hungarian citizenship by naturalization requires 8 years of continuous residence with permanent residency status, plus 3 years of temporary residence before that (11+ years total). Reduced periods apply for those born in Hungary (5 years), refugees/stateless persons (3 years), or spouses of Hungarian citizens (3 years of marriage). Requirements include: passing Hungarian language/constitution exam, clean criminal record, stable income and accommodation. Hungary allows dual citizenship. Simplified naturalization (no residence requirement) available for those with Hungarian ancestry. Hungarian citizenship grants EU citizenship with visa-free travel to 171+ countries.

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Processing Time

6-12 months after application

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Cost

Administrative fees vary

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Duration

Permanent

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Path to Permanent Residence

Yes