Retirement Residency Visa
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Retirement Residency Visa

Residency Pathway Dependents Allowed

At a Glance

Processing Time

28-56 days

Application Fee

Free

Stay Duration

1 year

Renewable

Yes

Job Offer

Not Required

Dependents

Allowed

PR Pathway

No

This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.

Remote Work

Not Required

Overview

Long-term residency visa for retirees over 55 years old. Requires minimum monthly income of JD 2,500 and valid health insurance.

Jordan welcomes retirees to live in the country. The retirement residency program requires applicants to be 55+ years old with monthly income of at least JD 2,500 and valid health insurance. Permits are renewable annually upon verification of income and insurance.

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Requirements

Financial

Minimum Income

18,000 JOD

per year

Minimum Savings

30,000 JOD

Documentation

Applicant Documents

Valid passport

At least 6 months validity

Proof of age

Birth certificate or passport confirming age 55+

Income documentation

Bank statements, pension statements, or investment income proof showing JD 2,500+ monthly

Health insurance policy

Valid insurance covering Jordan residency

Medical certificate

Health examination results from approved facility

Criminal record certificate

From country of residence

Proof of accommodation

Rental contract or property ownership

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Advantages

  • Designed specifically for retirees
  • Extended residence opportunity
  • Renewable on annual basis
  • Access to healthcare system
  • Lower cost of living

Considerations

  • Age requirement (55+)
  • Minimum income requirement (JD 2,500/month)
  • Health insurance mandatory
  • Annual renewal required
  • Must maintain income eligibility

Application Process

1

Verify retirement status

Confirm age 55+ and retirement from formal employment

2

Arrange health insurance

Obtain valid health insurance policy covering residency period

3

Prepare documents

Gather passport, income documentation, medical certificate, insurance policy

4

Submit retirement application

Apply at Department of Civil Status and Passports

5

Income verification

Submit proof of minimum JD 2,500 monthly income

6

Medical examination

Complete health screening and obtain medical certificate

7

Police registration

Register with local police station within 2 weeks of arrival

8

Receive residence permit

Residency permit (Iqama) issued

Application Forms

Retirement Residency Application

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