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Salvadoran Pensioner and Annuitant Residence (Pensionado / Rentista)
Residence for retirees and people with stable income from abroad who can support themselves without local employment, offering a settled base in El Salvador.
Expert reviewed Official guidance referenced
Under review — check current rules
Income thresholds commonly cited for pensionado (e.g. US$1,100/month) and rentista (e.g. US$1,500/month) come from private advisors and are not confirmed on an official DGME page; confirm current thresholds and category names with the DGME.
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.
On this page
- Official name
- Residencia de pensionado / rentista
- Route type
- Independent income / retirement
- Authority
- DGME
Who it is for
- Retirees with a foreign pension
- People with stable passive or foreign-source income (annuitants/rentistas)
Requirements
- Proof of a qualifying pension or regular foreign-source income
- Valid passport and clean criminal record
- Foreign documents apostilled/legalised and translated to Spanish
- The required form and applicable fees
How to apply
- Select the pensionado/rentista category and download the DGME form
- Assemble the income and civil documents
- Submit the application to the DGME and pay the fees
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.