Category: Retirement Visa
Overview: India does not offer a specific retirement visa for foreign nationals. Long-term stay options for retirees are primarily available to Persons of Indian Origin (PIO) through Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) status, or in specific cases, via other visa categories.
Eligibility: Not applicable for general foreign nationals seeking a retirement visa. Eligibility for long-term stay depends on OCI status for persons of Indian origin or other non-retirement visa categories.
Renewable: No
Work Authorisation: Not permitted
Remote Work Allowed: No
Dependants Allowed: No
Path to Residency: No
Path to Citizenship: No
Sponsor Required: No
Summary: India currently lacks a dedicated retirement visa for non-PIO foreigners. Long-term stay for retirees is predominantly facilitated via OCI status for those of Indian origin or through other existing visa categories.