Residence Card – Self-Sufficient / Retiree (Carte de séjour)
Residence Card – Self-Sufficient / Retiree is a residence route in Benin (Independent means). Enter on e-visa (long-stay), then residence card from DEI: police record, proof of means, housing, medical cert. Fees vary by nationality.
Passive-income and financially independent residence →Requirements at a glance
Spouse and children can usually be included. Citizenship can be possible after about 10 years.
How holders are taxed
Residents taxed on worldwide income, progressive up to 30%
Next steps
Check the official page for the current rules and fees, compare this route with the other programmes on the interactive map, and talk to a licensed immigration lawyer or authorised agent before applying.
| Category | Independent means |
|---|---|
| Investment | — |
| Fees (family) | — |
| Income / yr | — |
| Assets | — |
| Min. stay | — |
| PR | — |
| Citizenship | 10 |
| Work | no |
| Eligible | all |
| Tax | Residents taxed on worldwide income, progressive up to 30% |
| As of | 2026-10 |
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