HELPERS offers the most comprehensive, full-service business and immigration solutions on the Hungarian market. Most of our services are priced as convenient packages, including everything you will need in order to achieve your goals in Hungary.
Our company formation, business / investment immigration packages, translation fees and hourly rates are formulated in a way that makes them cost-effective and affordable while enabling us to provide you top-notch service. Read our rate cards below, and contact us for a tailored quote!
Choose the company formation package that best suits your business goals and current situation. All of our packages include everything that is compulsory, with no hidden fees or extras. Time frame for company registration: complete within 4-5 days of signing
*This option is available only if you can register a company seat on your own and if you can translate Hungarian documents for yourself.
In addition to everything in the Essential package, you get the following:
In addition to everything in the Standard package, you get the following:
This package is ideal for foreign business-owners who want to take advantage of an English-speaking accounting team from Day 1 of the company’s operation and make sure that the company remains compliant with local tax regulations even while there is little activity.
In addition to everything in the Standard package, you get the following:
This package is ideal for clients who already have a business abroad and want to open a subsidiary or a branch office in Hungary, and who want to better understand their options and the local regulations before taking their first step.
Setting up your Hungarian company as an affiliate to a foreign business is possible in other packages as well, for an additional EUR 500 (+VAT if applicable).
If you are interested in getting residency through business operation, please check out our options for business immigration here.
Click here to see our brochure with a comparison table.
Accounting rates are based on your company’s business activity and volume, although all our packages include the work of an English-speaking, certified accountant, representation at the tax authority in case of inspections, and liability insurance to cover potential accounting errors. Some activities may be considered high-risk and incur higher accounting fees. At the same time, we do our best to offer cost effective solutions to clients and will be happy to work with your staff to share the workload in an optimal way.
Our virtual office service satisfies all the needs of a foreign-owned company that does not wish to employ an assistant for handling official mail. It includes the following:
You may order the service for just one month or for two years – the longer the period, the smaller the monthly price. Stay with us for more than a year, and get a 20% discount on your first year price.
Click here to see our brochure with a comparison table (in English).
Premium business plans and market research projects are priced based on a list of research questions and objectives provided by the client before the start. We understand that with all the costs of launching a new business or project, it can be difficult to allocate funds for market research and the temptation can be great to reduce cost by finding ‘free’ information through internet search or informal sources. In our experience, however, such short-cuts rarely pay off, and therefore we will try and work with you to meet your budget while also providing the essential information and contacts you need.
Business plans for residency application: EUR 800-1200 (+VAT if applicable)
Below you can find a list of services we provide on a regular basis. If you do not see what you need, you are still welcome to contact us, and we can discuss the best business solutions for your company.
Company modification: EUR 1,500 (+VAT)
Market or partner research: starting from EUR 1,500 (+VAT)
Business location search (office, warehouse): priced individually, ask for a quote
Authentication
Counsel, assistance, representation
All packages include the following:
Flat-rate, all-inclusive packages
Replacement if the employee is leaving within the obligatory 3-month trial period (available for Mid-level and Senior package): 50% of the recruitment fee
Work permit application for non-EU employees (when purchased together with recruitment): EUR 750 (+VAT if applicable) which includes the social security number and the tax number for the employee (standard price for this package: EUR 1,200+VAT)
Registration card for EU citizen employees: EUR 300 (+VAT if applicable) which includes the registration card application, the social security number and the tax number for the employee
We are happy to offer you an affordable, flat-rate option for keeping tabs on all administrative and HR tasks related to your staff. Sparing you the hassle of payroll, holiday and sick leave administration, hiring and firing procedures, we will take care of all of this directly with your employee (if you wish), so you can focus on running your business.
On-going services:
Included for companies of all sizes
One-time and yearly services:
Only included for companies with 4+ employees. Otherwise available as consultation, on an hourly basis (EUR 80/hour)
Additional assistance is available on an hourly basis, e.g. HR consultation, legal and labor law consultation – please contact us to request a tailored quote!
Please contact your account manager to request a tailored quote and start the process of building a successful organization in Hungary!
Choose the package that best suits your business goals and plans in Hungary. All of our packages include everything that is compulsory, with no hidden fees or extras.
Including:
In addition to everything in the Starter package, you get the following:
In addition to everything in the Basic package, you get the following:
In addition to everything in the Advanced package, you get the following:
Click here to see our brochure with a comparison table (in English).
Please contact us to receive a comprehensive price quote!
Please note that depending on your circumstances we might not be able to provide these services, but feel free to ask for a quote. In other cases we might outsource these services to our trusted partners who are dedicated to providing the same high-quality service that is the standard at Helpers. As a result, the prices listed here are indicative.
Relocation consultation: EUR 120 / hour (+VAT). During the consultation, you will be able to discuss your options and requirements for the residence permit application with our expert colleague. One session takes about an hour and if you decide to go ahead with our services acquiring the permit after this, the consultation fee is 100% deductible.
Registration card and address card for EEA nationals: EUR 600 (+VAT) / person
Residence permit for gainful activity (for managing directors of Hungarian companies, business plan included): EUR 3,000 (+ VAT)
Work permit & residence permit for additional directors/staff: EUR 1,200 (+VAT) / person (+the actual translation cost)
Residence permit for other purposes: EUR 1,000 (+VAT) / person
Residence permit and address card for non EU family member of EU citizen (valid for 5 years): EUR 1,000 / person (+VAT) (+the actual translation cost)
Family unification residence permit: EUR 1,000 / person (+VAT) (+the actual translation cost)
White Card: EUR 1,000 / person (+VAT)
National permanent residence permit: EUR 1,500 (+VAT) / person
In addition, we also offer some of these residency solutions in packages. Click here to find out more about residency through business ownership (business immigration).
Work permit & resident permit*: EUR 1,200 (+VAT) (+the actual translation cost)
Intra-corporate transfer: EUR 1,200 (+VAT) (+the actual translation cost)
* As of January 2014, there is a single permit that unites what were formerly known as work permit and residency for employment purposes. As such, clients seeking to settle in Hungary for the purposes of employment will need only this one procedure.
Please note that depending on your circumstances we might not be able to provide these services, but feel free to ask for a quote. In other cases we might outsource these services to our trusted partners who are dedicated to providing the same high-quality service that is the standard at Helpers. As a result, the prices listed here are indicative.
Non-EU residency application, including family unification: EUR 1,000 (+VAT if applicable) / person (+ the actual cost of translation)
For families applying for residency together, we offer significant package discounts.
Click here to learn about our other residency options!
Eligibility Consultation only: USD 200 (+ 27% VAT if applicable). Deductible from the citizenship application package. We check whether you are eligible based on your knowledge about your ancestry, and whether the documents you have are sufficient. If it turns out you need genealogy research, our partner genealogist runs a pre-genealogy check to see whether your Hungarian ancestors’ documents are still available or not. In case you are not eligible for citizenship based on ancestry, other options might also be available for you based on your history and your future plans. You can also become a resident of Hungary, which offers similar privileges but the requirements are different.
Genealogy Research and/or Acquiring Proof of Ancestry (if required): individual pricing starting at USD 1,490 (+ 27% VAT if applicable). If you do not have the necessary information or papers available, we will do the required family tree research (anywhere within present-day Hungary and even in former Hungarian territory, meaning the neighboring countries) and obtain proof of ancestry on your behalf. The preliminary research which shows whether you should order this service will be covered by the consultation fee.
Citizenship Application Package: individual pricing, starting from USD 2,600 (+ 27% VAT if applicable). We check whether you are eligible based on your knowledge about your ancestry, and whether the documents you have are sufficient. If it turns out you need genealogy research, our partner genealogist runs a pre-genealogy check to see whether your Hungarian ancestors’ documents are still available or not. We assess your knowledge of Hungarian with respect to the citizenship interview requirements, and determine if you need extra preparation. We prepare your application package (documents you have to submit upon application), help you decide where to apply and how to book an appointment. We provide full support from step 1 to receiving your citizenship.
Hungarian Language Lessons (online or offline) Specifically for Citizenship Interview (if needed). We work with language teachers specialized in preparing you for the citizenship interview, and offer tailored preparatory courses on- or off-line (with a usual maximum of 25 lessons required).
Tax consultancy: on an hourly basis, USD 120 / hour (+VAT if applicable). Consult a taxation specialist to see if you will have any tax obligations in Hungary. (Recommended for those who intend to move to Hungary.)
Do you already know what you need? Go to the order form and let us know!
For those who want to obtain 10-year Hungarian residency for themselves and their family members as part of the golden visa program, three options will be available. Whichever you choose, no minimum stay requirement will apply to you.
Purchase bonds issued by a real estate fund registered by the Hungarian National Bank (MNB)
Purchase residential real estate in Hungary
Donate to a designated educational or cultural institution
In the Hungarian investment immigration program that ran until 2017, there was a set processing fee defined for every application. We expect this will be the case in the new program as well. Stay tuned for more information.
The Hungarian investment immigration program is expected to become active in 2024, exact date to be announced.
Today, the Hungarian government has published plans to introduce a new golden visa option for investors (known in Hungarian as “guest investor residence permit”), making this the latest and most attractive investment residency program in the EU.
What to expect from Europe’s latest Golden Visa program for investors?
Investors can choose from the following options:
Either type of investment will grant the investor and their family residency in Hungary for 10 years, with no minimum stay requirement.
Investment: purchase of at least two apartments, ca. EUR 240,000 in total.
Company setup and one year maintenance, administration, legal and personal assistance by Helpers: EUR 20,000 including:
Our franchise service is available to existing business clients already operating a Hungarian company through Helpers, and also to new clients looking for a lucrative business idea. It includes comprehensive assistance with selecting the franchise that best fits your interests and goals in Hungary, complete with setting up the company and getting residency for yourself and your close family members.
This service can be paid for in 3 instalments so you can minimize risks and get the most out of your budget.
When buying an apartment, a house, or any kind of commercial building through Helpers, you can rest assured that you will find a good match in no time. To start the property search, we ask for an advance fee, deductible from the success fee due after you make the purchase.
Your costs will be made up of the following:
Whether you want to rent out your apartment (either short or long term) or use it only when you are in Hungary, with our management, this will not result in any wear and tear.
Price: 16% of the monthly rental fee, at least EUR 60 (+VAT) / month.
Includes:
Additional services:
Ask for an individual quote.
In case you are planning to sell your property in Budapest, let us know. We will include it in our portfolio we show our clients interested in property purchase, so you can more easily find a reliable buyer.
Crucially, you pay nothing until a deal is finalized and signed — and before you commit, we will calculate the total cost for you.
Your costs will be made up of the following:
Success fee (payable only if a deal is finalized): 2% of the purchase price
Legal fees: max. 1% of the investment
Registration tax: 4% of the investment
Purchase licenses, documents: EUR 200 (+VAT if applicable)
If you would like to get an estimate of the cost structure in advance, please consult with our investment advisor!
Additional services for property buyers:
If you’re buying a property through Helpers, you become eligible for significant discounts on our property management packages — please click here for details.
Our services are priced based on the value of the investment and the complexity of the legal and licensing procedure.
Crucially, you pay nothing until a deal is finalized and signed – and before you commit, we will calculate the total cost for you.
Your costs will be made up of the following:
Success fee (payable only if a deal is finalized): 1-3% of the investment
Legal fees: max. 1% of the investment
Registration tax: 4% of the investment
Purchase licenses, documents: EUR 200 (+VAT if applicable)
If you would like to get an estimate of the cost structure in advance, please consult with our investment advisor!
Price: EUR 240 (+VAT if applicable)
Includes:
Price: EUR 420 (+VAT if applicable)
Includes:
Monthly fee: 12% of the rent
Includes:
Monthly fee: 35% of the total income
Includes:
Price: EUR 25/hour (+VAT if applicable)
You may require some additional services that are not included in the packages above. We are happy to help you with anything, please find some ideas below:
Discounts and special offers:
If you buy your property through Helpers, you will receive our Starting Package free of charge!
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