🇸🇻 El Salvador · Retirement
Retirement Visa (Pensioner) — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €1,063 |
| Proof of savings | €4,359 |
| Health insurance | Required (valid in-country) |
| Age range | None–60 |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €122 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 12 months.
Who can apply
Open to all nationalities.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://www.migracion.gob.sv/servicios/residencias-temporales/.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €1,063.
Do I need health insurance?
Yes — valid health insurance in the country is required.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
Minimum monthly income
https://www.migracion.gob.sv/servicios/residencias-temporales/ · verified 2026-06-21
Proof of savings
https://www.migracion.gob.sv/servicios/residencias-temporales/ · verified 2026-06-21
Health insurance
https://www.migracion.gob.sv/servicios/residencias-temporales/ · verified 2026-06-21
Age range
https://www.migracion.gob.sv/servicios/residencias-temporales/ · verified 2026-06-21
Application fee
https://www.migracion.gob.sv/servicios/residencias-temporales/ · verified 2026-06-21
Open to all nationalities
https://www.migracion.gob.sv/servicios/residencias-temporales/ · verified 2026-06-21
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-21.