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🇸🇻 El Salvador

Pensionado Visa

Retirement visa for those with guaranteed pension income of at least $1,100 per month from public or private pension funds. One of the most affordable retirement visa programs in Central America. Valid for one year with renewable option. Family members (spouse, children, parents) can be included. Low cost of living ($1,000-1,500/month comfortable lifestyle) makes pension stretch further. Dramatic safety improvements under Bukele make El Salvador increasingly attractive for retirees.

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Processing Time

~45 business days

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Cost

$75 application fee + legal/processing fees

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Duration

1 year, renewable

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Work Rights

No local employment permitted

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Path to Permanent Residence

Yes

Requirements

  • 1Minimum $1,100/month pension income
  • 2Proof of pension (official documentation)
  • 3Clean criminal record (apostilled)
  • 4Valid passport (6+ months validity)
  • 5Health certificate
  • 6Birth certificate (apostilled)

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