RSM Hungary’s FDI advisory team supports companies planning an investment in Hungary as well as businesses already operating in the country, from preparing the initial investment decision and implementing the project through to completing the related commitments. We take an integrated approach to site selection, Hungarian grants and EU funding opportunities, financial and regulatory considerations, and engagement with public authorities and other stakeholders.
RSM Hungary’s foreign direct investment (FDI) expertise
Our FDI experts support clients throughout the full lifecycle of foreign direct investment projects in Hungary. Our team combines experience gained at government investment promotion institutions, multinational companies and international advisory firms with RSM’s expertise in tax, legal, finance, accounting, HR and ESG.
Once we understand the investment concept and business objectives, we identify the key decision factors relevant to the FDI project, assess potential implementation options and coordinate the required areas of expertise, including investment locations, stakeholder engagement, available incentives, workforce availability and the regulatory environment. Where required, we act as a single point of contact, coordinating corporate stakeholders, public authorities, municipalities and other parties involved in the project.
How can RSM Hungary’s FDI team support investment projects?
RSM’s FDI team supports clients from the preparation of investment projects through accessing available incentives and project implementation to the end of the relevant maintenance period. We tailor our services to the objectives, financing requirements and implementation environment of each specific investment project.
Refundable and non-refundable grants and tax incentives in Hungary
We identify direct investment incentives, grant schemes and tax incentives available for projects in Hungary. We assist with selecting the appropriate form of support, preparing the application, concluding the grant agreement, drawing down the funding and assist in meeting the mandatory obligations.
Our advisory services include:
- legal and professional assessment of specific state aid matters;
- preparation of site selection reports and country analyses;
- project implementation support for new sites;
- industry monitoring and regular reports supporting decision making;
- ongoing monitoring of available grants and funding opportunities.
Research and development advisory
We help companies identify and appropriately document their research and development (R&D) activities. We assess project feasibility and eligibility and consider opportunities to access related grants and tax incentives.
Our R&D advisory services include:
- preparation of R&D feasibility analyses;
- support with the qualification of research and development activities;
- analysis of the direct costs of R&D projects;
- identification of grant and tax incentive opportunities;
- end-to-end management of R&D-related grants;
- assistance during authority inspections relating to R&D tax incentives;
- professional support throughout R&D qualification and grant procedures.
Government and institutional relations in Hungary
We support clients in preparing and coordinating discussions with Hungarian government bodies, municipalities and public institutions related to their investment projects. We help identify the relevant decision-makers and organisations, develop an effective stakeholder engagement strategy, and prepare the necessary applications and supporting documentation.
Our services include:
- preparation of strategic partnership agreements;
- management of transparency applications;
- support with procedures for obtaining priority investment status, also referred to as VIP status;
- preparation of bilateral or trilateral investment arrangements;
- advisory services relating to industrial park classification;
- support with procedures for designation as an investment target area;
- tailored preparation and training for companies and investors.
Related specialist advisory services
Complex investment projects often require additional expertise in finance, real estate, transactions or HR. Drawing on RSM experts and our professional partners, we can also provide support with:
- real estate and business valuations;
- industrial real estate brokerage;
- establishing and implementing Shared Service Centres (SSCs);
- assessing investment and operating financing options;
- M&A transactions;
- recruitment;
- HR advisory and preparation for pay transparency requirements.
Why work with RSM Hungary’s FDI advisory team?
Support throughout the entire investment project lifecycle
We support clients from the initial investment decision and site selection through the incentive process and project implementation to the completion of mandatory maintenance obligations. By managing the individual stages within an integrated framework, investment, incentive and compliance considerations can be aligned from the decision-preparation stage onwards.
Integrated multidisciplinary expertise
We combine FDI advisory with RSM’s tax, legal, accounting, finance, HR, ESG and risk management capabilities. This gives clients access to the expertise required across the different workstreams of an investment project through a single advisory relationship.
Practical investment experience
Our experts have experience supporting major investments, greenfield and brownfield projects, capacity expansions, research and development projects, and Shared Service Centres. We understand the practical challenges involved in investment decision-making, incentive procedures and project implementation.
A tailored approach
Every investment project has different technical, operational, financial and regulatory requirements. We tailor our analyses and recommendations to the company’s business objectives, the specific characteristics of the project and its long-term operational considerations.
Coordinated stakeholder engagement
We facilitate cooperation between corporate decision-makers, experts, public authorities, municipalities, utility providers and other stakeholders. Where required, we act as a central point of contact, coordinating discussions and the activities needed to move the project forward.
Local presence in Hungary with an international perspective
We combine our knowledge of Hungary’s regulatory, incentive and institutional environment with an understanding of how international investors operate and make investment decisions. This enables us to address local requirements in alignment with a company’s international objectives.
Planning an investment in Hungary?
Our experts can help you identify the steps required to implement your investment in Hungary, assess potential locations and available grants and tax incentives, and evaluate the project’s financial and regulatory risks.
