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VIP Cash Grant for Investments and Equipment Procurement Based on Individual Government Decisions
The VIP Cash Grant aims to encourage investments in Hungary. Through this funding, businesses can finance the establishment of new facilities, the expansion of existing capacities, and the creation of new jobs.
I'm Interested in the GrantVIP Cash Grant for Investments and Equipment Procurement
Eligible Activities
The VIP Cash Grant can be requested for the following investment activities:
Construction of new manufacturing/service facilities.
Expansion of existing facility capacities.
Diversification of production capacity.
Acquisition of closed-down facilities.
Form and Extent of VIP Cash Grant
VIP Cash Grant is a non-refundable cash grant provided on a post-financing basis. The exact amount is determined individually for each case.
Maximum Aid Intensity as Defined by Regulations:
| Investment Location | Small Enterprises | Medium Enterprises | Large Enterprises |
| Győr-Moson-Sopron, Vas, Zala, Komárom-Esztergom, Fejér, and Veszprém counties | 50% | 40% | 30% |
| Heves, Baranya, and Borsod-Abaúj-Zemplén counties | 80% | 70% | 60% |
| Budapest | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| All other counties | 70% | 60% | 50% |
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
The VIP Cash Grant is available for investments implemented outside of Budapest, provided that the project meets the minimum eligible investment cost within the designated investment period, which can extend up to five years.
Minimum Investment Size Required for Eligibility:
€5 million : in Salgótarján, Miskolc, Nyíregyháza, Békéscsaba, Pécs, Kaposvár, Szolnok, and other district centers.
€10 million: in Győr, Székesfehérvár, Tatabánya, Szekszárd, Kecskemét, Szombathely, Veszprém, Zalaegerszeg, Debrecen, Szeged, and Eger.
€3 million: in all other locations.
Attention! In 2025, the following changes are expected:
€2 million in Szabolcs-Szatmár-Bereg, Heves, Nógrád, Borsod-Abaúj-Zemplén, Bács-Kiskun, Békés, Baranya, Tolna, Zala, and Somogy counties (excluding county capitals).
Eligible Costs:
The VIP Cash Grant can cover the following expenses:
Land, machinery, equipment, and tangible assets: Procurement costs directly related to the investment.
Intangible assets: Patents, licenses, and software purchased from an independent third party (not exceeding 50% of the total investment costs).
Closed-end financial leasing: Leasing costs for machines, equipment, vehicles, and other facilities can be accounted for until the end of the mandatory investment period.
Renewable energy: Costs associated with equipment for renewable energy production and storage (up to 50% of the total investment cost).
MAINTENANCE PERIOD
A key requirement of the VIP Cash Grant is that after the project’s completion, the investor must maintain the investment for a period of:
• At least 3 years for SMEs.
• At least 5 years for large enterprises.
BUSINESS SUCCESS AT EVERY SCALE
MAXIMIZE YOUR GRANT RESULTS
WITH IBSH'S HELP
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Free consultation on subsidy opportunities
ibsh cooperation
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state aid perspective due diligence of the company and designation of dedicated ibsh contact
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setting up an eligible project, submit the subsidy application
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communication with the managing body and the donor
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preparing the financial and monitoring reports
THE UNIQUENESS OF IBSH
Market-leading experience gained on the donor’s side
Strategic advantage through stable professional relationships
Commitment to professional responsibility and fostering long-term partnerships
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