Central Europe · Europe

Hungary

78good

Overall Score

Hungary is a Central Europe jurisdiction. with a standard worldwide income tax regime applicable to tax residents. Corporate profits are taxed at 9%. The jurisdiction offers a digital nomad visa and golden visa programme for qualifying individuals.

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Corporate Tax

Personal Income Tax

15%

Capital Gains

15%

VAT / GST

27%

Overview

Key Data

Taxation

Personal Income Tax (max)15%

Personal Income Tax (min)15%

Corporate Tax Rate9%

Capital Gains Tax15%

VAT / GST27%

Dividend Tax Rate15%

Withholding Tax0%

Territorial TaxationNo

Foreign Income Exempt—

Remittance-Based Tax—

CFC RulesYes

Tax Residency Days183 days/year

Tax Treaties—

Residency & Visa

Digital Nomad VisaYes

Golden VisaYes

Retirement VisaNo

Investment VisaYes

EU MemberYes

Schengen AreaYes

EU PassportYes

Min. Days Required / Year—

Min. Monthly Income—

Min. Investment (residency)—

Citizenship Path—

Setup Difficulty—

Business & Cost of Living

Cost of Living Index48/100

Avg. Monthly Cost—

Company Formation Time—

Formation Cost (est.)—

Annual Compliance Cost—

Free Zone AvailableNo

Banking Easegood

Internet Qualityexcellent

Compliance & Reputation

FATF Statuscompliant

EU Blacklist Statusnot_listed

OECD Compliance—

CRS Participant—

FATCA Compliant—

BEPS Participant—

Treaty Network Quality—

Personal Tax Residency

Tax residency in Hungary is generally triggered by physical presence exceeding 183 days in a calendar year. Foreign income treatment: unknown. Controlled Foreign Corporation (CFC) rules are in force. Residents who own or control foreign entities may face attribution of that entity's undistributed profits under local anti-avoidance provisions.

9% CIT — lowest in EU. Flat 15% personal income tax. R&D IP box: 4.5% effective rate. Guest worker (digital nomad) permit. White Card for investors. High VAT (27%).

Company Setup & Business Taxation

The standard corporate income tax rate is 9%. The administrative process is considered straightforward, with minimal bureaucratic friction.

Banking & Financial Access

Account opening in Hungary can be challenging for foreign nationals or non-resident businesses, and enhanced due diligence is common practice. Internet infrastructure is excellent, with widespread fibre broadband and reliable mobile connectivity across urban and suburban areas.

Compliance & International Reputation

Hungary is a member of the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) and meets its anti-money-laundering standards. EU tax blacklist status: not_listed. Structures involving this jurisdiction may attract additional scrutiny or reporting obligations under EU member state rules.

Who This Jurisdiction Works Best For

Based on our scoring model, Hungary ranks highest for High Net Worth Individual and Freelancer. It offers an excellent proposition for high net worth individual (score: 80/100). It offers a strong proposition for freelancer (score: 77/100).

Legal Notice

The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, tax, or financial advice. Tax laws and residency rules change frequently and vary significantly by individual circumstances. Always consult a qualified professional licensed in the relevant jurisdictions before making any decisions.