Company formation · 100% remote
Open a company in Hungary, remotely
We handle everything: choosing the entity (usually a Kft), the articles, the mandatory lawyer countersignature, and electronic filing with the company court. A 9% corporate-tax EU base — the lowest rate in the EU — set up without a visit.
- No visit required — sign by power of attorney
- Hungarian lawyer (ügyvéd) coordinated and countersignature included
- Registered seat and bank introduction arranged
- We work in English, end to end
What's included
- Done-for-you incorporation, fully remote (PoA)
- Coordination of the mandatory Hungarian lawyer
- Registered seat (székhely) address
- Company-court filing & tax-number registration
- Bank account introduction
- Accounting in English after setup
How it works
Company formation in 5 steps
1. Consultation
We agree on name, activity, managing director and capital, and confirm the entity (usually a Kft).
2. Documents + lawyer
We draft the articles; a Hungarian lawyer countersigns. You sign remotely by power of attorney.
3. Company court filing
The lawyer files the incorporation electronically with the company court.
4. Tax number + registration
The company is registered (1–5 business days) and receives its registration and tax numbers.
5. Bank + accounting
We arrange a bank introduction and take over your monthly accounting in English.
Choosing a structure
Which entity is right for you?
Kft
Private limited liability company. The default for most businesses — limited liability, 3 000 000 Ft minimum capital.
Bt
Limited partnership: one general partner with unlimited liability plus limited partners. No fixed minimum capital.
Zrt
Private company limited by shares — for larger structures and investor setups. Higher capital and admin.
Sole trader
Egyéni vállalkozó — simplest form, but tied to the individual and generally for residents.
Share capital: 3 000 000 Ft
A Kft's minimum share capital is 3 000 000 Ft (approx. €7,595 — an indicative reference; Hungary uses the forint, not the euro).
- It does not have to be paid in full on day one.
- It can be contributed over time or in kind (e.g. equipment), per the articles.
- The capital remains available to the company — it is not a fee.
The 9% hook — honestly
Corporate tax (TAO) is a flat 9%, the lowest in the EU. But a complete picture also includes:
- VAT (ÁFA) 27% standard — the EU's highest (reduced 18% / 5%).
- Local business tax (HIPA) up to 2% of net revenue.
Non-resident founders
Open a Hungarian company from your country
Country-specific guides for opening a Hungarian Kft remotely — the same 9% corporate tax and 100% remote setup, with the angle that matters for where you are.
From Germany →
EU-internal, no customs, DE–HU double-tax treaty, 9% vs ~30%.
From the UK →
A post-Brexit EU base with an EU VAT number and single-market access.
From the USA →
An EU entity for US e-commerce and SaaS — no need to visit.
From Israel →
An EU gateway for Israeli tech and e-commerce founders.
From the UAE / Dubai →
A credible EU-substance company for UAE-based groups.
Source: NAV (nav.gov.hu/en). Updated: June 2, 2026 · Tax year 2026. General information, not tax advice.
Company formation in Hungary — FAQ
Can a foreigner open a company in Hungary?
Yes. Non-residents — EU and non-EU, individuals or companies — can fully own a Hungarian Kft. You can sign remotely by power of attorney (PoA); a visit is not required.
Is a lawyer really mandatory to form a company in Hungary?
Yes. Hungarian law requires a lawyer (ügyvéd) to countersign the incorporation documents and file them electronically with the company court. There is no DIY or notary-only route. We coordinate a Hungarian lawyer for you as part of the service.
How long does company registration take?
Once the documents are signed and countersigned by the lawyer, electronic filing with the company court typically results in registration in 1–5 business days.
What is the minimum share capital for a Kft?
The minimum share capital for a Kft is 3 000 000 Ft (approx. €7,595). It does not have to be paid in full up front — it can be contributed over time or in kind (e.g. equipment), under the rules set in the articles.
What taxes will my Hungarian company pay?
A flat 9% corporate tax (TAO) — the lowest in the EU. Honestly, you should also budget for VAT (ÁFA) at 27% (reduced 18% / 5%) and local business tax (HIPA) up to 2%. See the corporate tax guide.
What is a Kft?
A Kft (korlátolt felelősségű társaság) is a private limited liability company — the standard vehicle for most businesses. A Bt is a limited partnership, a Zrt a private company limited by shares, and an egyéni vállalkozó a sole trader. For most non-resident founders, the Kft is the default choice.
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