Egypt•AfricaRetirement Visa
At a Glance
Processing Time
30-45 days
Application Fee
150 USD
Stay Duration
1 year
Renewable
Yes
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Long-term residency visa for retirees and pensioners. Requires minimum monthly income of $1,000-$1,500. Valid for 1 year, renewable annually. No work allowed.
Egypt's retirement visa is designed for retirees and pensioners seeking to establish long-term residency. It allows individuals with steady income from pensions or investments to live in Egypt without working. The visa is renewable annually as long as income requirements are maintained.
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Requirements
Financial
Investment Required
50,000 USD
Personal
Passport Validity
6 months
Criminal Record Policy
Clean record required
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond visa period
Passport photos
Recent color passport-sized photographs
Proof of income
Bank statements covering 6-12 months showing monthly income
Pension documentation
Pension statements or certificate of income
Proof of accommodation
Rental contract or property ownership proof
Health insurance
Valid health insurance policy
Criminal record
Certificate of good standing
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Advantages
- Designed specifically for retirees
- Long-term residency option
- Renewable indefinitely with income proof
- Family can be included
- No work restrictions apply as visa is non-work based
- Access to residency-based benefits
Considerations
- Age restrictions (typically 60+)
- Income requirement must be maintained
- Not valid for employment
- Annual renewal required
- Must maintain health insurance
- Income documentation needed each renewal
Application Process
Confirm income
Ensure monthly income meets minimum threshold of USD 1,000-1,500
Prepare documents
Gather bank statements, pension documents, and accommodation proof
Apply for visa
Submit retirement visa application at embassy
Processing
Immigration reviews application and documentation
Receive visa
Collect retirement visa
Application Forms
Retirement Visa Application
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