Retirement Visa (Long-Stay)
MadagascarMadagascarAfrica
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Retirement Visa (Long-Stay)

Residency Pathway PR PathwayThis visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa. Dependents Allowed

At a Glance

Processing Time

28-42 days

Application Fee

105 EUR

Stay Duration

3 to 5 years

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-stay visa for retired foreign nationals. Requires proof of regular retirement income from external sources.

Madagascar offers attractive retirement visa options for foreign pensioners. The country has become increasingly popular with retirees due to its affordable cost of living and warm climate.

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Requirements

Financial

Minimum Income

780,000 THB

per year

Minimum Savings

800,000 THB

Documentation

Applicant Documents

Valid passport

At least 6 months validity

Passport photos

Recent color photos

Retirement certificate

Official proof of retirement status

Bank statements

Showing minimum EUR 500/month pension income from retirement fund

Certificate of change of residence

From home country town hall

Criminal record certificate

Bulletin N°3, less than 3 months old

Round-trip ticket

Flight reservation or modifiable ticket

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Advantages

  • Very low living costs
  • Favorable pension income requirements
  • Long validity periods
  • Pathway to permanent residency
  • Welcoming retirement community

Considerations

  • Requires continuous income proof
  • Annual renewal process
  • Limited healthcare facilities
  • Language barrier

Application Process

1

Prepare retirement documentation

Gather retirement certificate and proof of pension/retirement income

2

Document residence change

Obtain certificate of change of residence from home country authorities

3

Apply at embassy

Submit retirement visa application with all documents

4

Pay visa fee

EUR 105 for 3-5 year visa

5

Receive retirement visa

Long-stay retirement visa issued

6

Enter Madagascar

Travel to Madagascar as retiree

7

Register locally

Register with local authorities for residence card

Application Forms

Retirement Visa Application

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