Former state secretary György László Velkey alleges that Hungarian citizenship was granted to Canadians in exchange for payment, with the support of Zsolt Semjén, a key government figure. Velkey claims multiple internal warnings within the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, then led by Péter Szijjártó, raised concerns about irregularities in the naturalization process. However, he asserts that political will consistently overruled these professional concerns. The allegations suggest a deliberate effort to expedite citizenship for Canadians, potentially bypassing standard procedures. Velkey’s statements indicate a systemic issue where financial incentives influenced citizenship decisions. The claims are currently unverified and further investigation would be needed to confirm the extent and details of the alleged scheme. This raises questions about the integrity of Hungary’s citizenship process and potential breaches of regulations.