Company formation in Hungary

20+

years of experience

corporate tax

100+

incorporations per year

Established in 2005, HELPERS is Hungary’s leading provider of comprehensive business and personal services for international clients.

Set up a Hungarian company with an EU VAT number and bank account in just 4-5 business days, and take advantage of Hungary’s 9% corporate tax, low operating and labor costs, and stable business environment. From company formation to administrative and management support, we offer professional services, multilingual support and a strong local network.

20+

years of experience

corporate tax

100+

incorporations per year

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Company formation packages

Essential

EUR 1,690

(+VAT)
The essentials:
- company formation (in person or remote)
- local and EU VAT number
- bank introduction
- personal tax number and social security number for the director
- registration for electronic administration (the “Client Gate”)
- company extract in English
* This package does not include a seat address, so only choose this option if you own property or operate an office in Hungary already.
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Standard

EUR 2,590

(+VAT)
The essentials:
- company formation (in person or remote)
- local and EU VAT number
- bank introduction
- personal tax number and social security number for the director
- registration for electronic administration (the “Client Gate”)
- company extract in English
Virtual office:
- registered office for one year
- comprehensive mail forwarding and back office for one year
*** This is our most popular package for small and medium sized business owners.
Accounting+

EUR 3,990

(+VAT)
The essentials:
- company formation (in person or remote)
- local and EU VAT number
- bank introduction
- personal tax number and social security number for the director
- registration for electronic administration (the “Client Gate”)
- company extract in English
Virtual office:
- registered office for one year
- comprehensive mail forwarding and back office for one year
Accounting:
- accountancy for 6 months
* Please note that a local accountant is obligatory in Hungary from day 1. Choose this package and receive the first 6 months of accounting at a discount.
Corporate

EUR 4,290

(+VAT)
The essentials:
- company formation (in person or remote)
- local and EU VAT number
- bank introduction
- personal tax number and social security number for the director
- registration for electronic administration (the “Client Gate”)
- company extract in English
Virtual office:
- registered office for one year
- comprehensive mail forwarding and back office for one year
Accounting:
- accountancy for 6 months
Corporate:
- setting up a subsidiary or a branch office
* If you choose a different package, there is a surcharge for subsidiary and branch office incorporation

Why choose Helpers?

20 years of experience
Dedicated team of 25+ experts
2,500+ satisfied clients
10+ languages spoken

We specialize in starting and managing businesses for foreign business-owners. Thanks to that, we understand your requirements and preferences better than anyone else in Hungary. Our team of professionals is ready to help you set up your Hungarian company, complete with mail forwarding, accountancy, and other services on demand.

Why Hungary?

Quick and easy incorporation in 4-5 business days
Low corporate tax at only 9%
Immediate EU VAT number
Easy visa and residency options for all nationalities

Starting a business and setting up a company in Hungary takes only a few days, including VAT registration – making Hungary one of the last countries to issue EU VAT numbers automatically. Combined with a 9% corporate tax, this makes Hungary a prime business and investment destination, ideal for foreign nationals looking for a cost-effective solution or a convenient base in Europe.

Company Formation Packages

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.

Essential: EUR 1,690 (+VAT)

company formation (company registration in person or via POA)
company registration tax
local and EU VAT number
bank introduction
documentation in Hungarian and English
personal tax number and social security number for the director
chamber of commerce registration (incl. membership fee for the first year)
registration for electronic administration (the “Client Gate”): we accompany you to the public records office to register for electronic administration, vital for the accountancy of your Hungarian company
company extract in English: verifies that you are operating a company in Hungary, useful e.g. in negotiation with business partners

*This package does not include a seat address, so only choose this option if you own property or operate an office in Hungary already.

Standard: EUR 2,590 (+VAT)

This is our most popular package including everything essential for company registration plus one year of seat address and virtual office. In addition to everything in the Essential package, you get the following:

registered office for one year (seat address at a prestigious location)
comprehensive mail forwarding and back office for one year: we collect your incoming mail, open it, then forward it to your accountant, or, if necessary, prepare a short summary for you in English, complete with instructions on what (if any) action you need to take

Accounting+: EUR 3,990 (+VAT)

In addition to everything in the Standard package, you get the following:

accountancy for 6 months, complete with handling up to 3 bank accounts, issuing up to 20 invoices per month, and doing payroll for up to 2 employees.

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.

Corporate: EUR 4,290 (+VAT)

Many of our clients already have a business in their home country or are international corporates. In their case it can be beneficial to set up their Hungarian company as a subsidiary or branch office of their international business. In addition to everything in the Accounting+ package, you get the following:

paperwork relevant for setting up a subsidiary or a branch office

This package is ideal for clients who already have a business abroad and want to open a subsidiary or a branch office in Hungary.

Tailor-made packages

If you would like to combine the elements of our packages in a different way, contact us for a consultation and we will be happy to create a package to match your requirements.

Additional services

If you are interested in getting residency through business operation, please check out our options for business immigration here.

For legal, tax, and administrative support or anything your business requires for ongoing success, contact us for consultation or click here for the most commonly requested services.

Click here to download our brochure with a comparison table of our company formation packages.

Reviews

What our clients say

Kseniia R

I am incredibly grateful to Helpers for their work and professionalism! Tala curated our case. She was extremely patient and supported us immensely throughout the process. I value the most that the timeline Helpers provided was clear, detailed, and very helpful. In the end, my husband and I had two successful visa cases. The team members always replied swiftly and knew all the answers. I would also like to thank our lawyer, Naomi, for her work on the case!
Y Schwartz

I’m writing this review because the lawyer I spoke with before helpers (who is high up in the google search results) wanted 150 euro before he would say a word to me about my Hungarian visa issues. By contrast, Helpers were kind, attentive and extremely fair. Anna is an excellent and sharp advocate, she helped me quickly and effectively, and I can’t recommend Helpers enough. (In retrospect, I guess I shouldn’t be so surprised to find an idealistic and capable firm when of all the names available, they chose the name Helpers.)
Selcuk K

I would like to thank Ekin and Anna who helped me from the beginning to the end from company incorporation, opening a company bank account and obtaining a residence/work permit. Their communication was very positive and constructive and always solution oriented. The Helpers are very professional and when I need an opinion or ask for an update, they are very quick to respond. I can recommend them to everyone.
Chris M

Helpers was dedicated to facilitating my case. There were several instances where I thought I would not succeed and I simply would have been lost in the maze of bureaucracy without them. The initial application submission assistance is convenient and relatively easier than doing it yourself, but the real value in this service is having a third party closer to the inside that is more fluent in the language and can help eliminate the inevitable confusion and complication. Rest assured Helpers can simplify and illuminate the path to success for you.
Imran B

I have done my residency through Helpers and the whole process was so smooth. Tala is super knowledgeable and guided me through every step of the process and all timelines were met just as explained to me. very professional and efficient company to work with. would highly recommend them for all your immigration needs in Hungary. Thank you Tala and everyone else that has contributed in making this process a breeze

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQ

How fast is Hungarian company incorporation?

From the submission of the registration documents to the court, it takes no more than 3-5 business days to have your company registered. With this, Hungarian company formation is one of the fastest in the European Union. VAT registration is also immediate, so you can start working immediately, and take advantage of Hungary’s favorable 9% corporate tax.

Do I need to deposit the share capital to the company’s bank account?

No, you don’t. One of the advantages of incorporating a company in Hungary is that there is no obligation to deposit the share capital in the bank, and 100% of this capital can be spent immediately after incorporation on company-related expenses. The amount of the share capital is HUF 3,000,000 (ca. EUR 7,600). All related services (e.g. accounting services, registered office) can be deducted from the share capital. In some cases, a higher starting capital might be advisable, but most of our clients’ companies do fine with the minimum capital at the beginning.

Can I set up the company without traveling to Hungary?

Yes, you can set up a company via POA – we will require authentication (simple notary, apostille, authentication by a Hungarian consulate, or online identification, depending on where you are signing), and we can arrange the company registration without your presence. However, the director of the company has to travel to Budapest after the company registration at least for one day to open the bank account for the company. Alternatively, you can schedule a 3-4 business day long trip and complete the procedure during your stay.

Can I set up the company as a subsidiary to my existing business?

No problem, we have lots of experience with international company structures. You can set up a subsidiary to any Hungarian or foreign company, in this case we will need:

a company registration document that contains the parent company’s name, seat address, registration number, and the director(s) name(s) – this document needs to be apostilled or authenticated by a Hungarian Consulate and translated into Hungarian (the latter we can arrange).
the details of the director of the parent company (date and place of birth, mother’s maiden name, address)
a POA from the director of the parent company (in case he/she is not going to be present in Budapest) – once we have all the details, we can draft this and send it to you – this document also needs to be Apostilled or authenticated by a Hungarian Consulate
a POA from the director (and any shareholder) of the Hungarian subsidiary – this document also needs to be Apostilled or authenticated by a Hungarian Consulate

How and when will my company receive an EU VAT number?

The company will automatically receive an EU VAT number as well as a local tax number upon registration – no need for further paperwork! Every Hungarian company is automatically eligible, so there is no application process. You can start trading with your new VAT number as soon as the company is registered.

Why should I order incorporation, accountancy and registered office services from the same provider, e.g. Helpers?

If you order the accountancy service together with the registered seat and mail forwarding from Helpers Hungary, you can make sure that all the official enquiries will reach you and your accountant on time, and your company will never miss a deadline when it comes to administration. Furthermore, our combined packages include these services at a discount.

What is the “client gate” in Hungary and why do I need it?

The client gate (or “Ügyfélkapu” in Hungarian) is an access point to e-Government, or the electronic administration in Hungary. It lets you take care of paperwork online or make appointments at public records offices. You must register your Hungarian company at the company gate through the client gate, which makes it essential for company opening. Read more here.

What is the “company gate” in Hungary and why do I need it?

The company gate (or “Cégkapu” in Hungarian) is a web portal with an electronic storage place where official mail is always accessible. It is similar to the registered address of your company, and registration is also compulsory. If you have your accountancy at Helpers, we can take care of the registration for you, as your accountant may be authorized to view your official mail – especially letters from the tax authority. You can read more here.

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Monday – Friday
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Helpers Hungary Kft

Budapart Gate

Dombóvári út 27

Budapest 1117, Hungary

If you’re visiting us, please use entrance A and come to the 2^nd floor.