Hi, does anyone know if a retired visa A-O can be issued for less than a year?
It's for my mum, we have to pay the insurance and she's planning to be less than 9 months, so I'm trying to pay only what I'm going to use and save some money...if possible.
Any thoughts are appreciated.
TLDR : Answer Summary
The discussion confirms that a retired OA visa typically cannot be issued for less than one year, but some expats have managed to obtain it with only 9 months of health insurance coverage. While the visa itself might be valid for a year, you do not necessarily have to utilize the full duration of your stay. There are differing experiences based on the embassy or consulate from which the visa is obtained; some require a full year's insurance while others may allow shorter durations if proper documentation is provided.
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