Business & investor visas
Salvadoran Investor Residence
Residence for foreign nationals who register a qualifying investment in El Salvador, allowing them to stay and work while running or overseeing their business interests.
Expert reviewed Official guidance referenced
Under review — check current rules
The '4,000 minimum wages' threshold is quoted from the Investment Law text; the specific dollar equivalents, and the various private-advisor figures (e.g. US$1M, US$10,000 equity), are not confirmed on an official DGME page and should be verified.
Important information
Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official El Salvador government website before you apply.
- Official name
- Residencia de inversionista (Investment Law)
- Route type
- Investor / business
- Investment threshold
- Over 4,000 minimum wages in force at the date of investment
- As set in the Investment Law — confirm current equivalent value
- Application window
- Within 30 days of registering the investment
Who it is for
- Foreign investors who register a qualifying investment in El Salvador
Requirements
- Certificate of registration of the foreign investment
- Passport issued by the authorities of the country of origin
- Required health examinations
- The corresponding form with the information required by immigration
What you can do
- Reside in El Salvador and work in connection with the investment
How to apply
- Register the foreign investment with the competent authority
- Request the investor's residence within 30 days of registration
- Submit the passport, investment certificate, health exams and form
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.