Serving as a single senior missionary
Single men and women 40 and older can serve full-time missions. A few rules work differently than for couples.
Who can serve
- Age 40 or older, with no dependent children under 18 at home. There’s no upper age limit.
- Endowed, with a current temple recommend.
- Able to serve at least 32 hours a week; most assignments are 40 or more.
Sources: Senior missionary FAQ
Companions
Some single senior Sister assignments don’t require a companion. Single senior Elders don’t serve in companionships.
Sources: Senior missionary FAQ
How long
Single seniors can serve 12, 18 or 23 months. If you serve abroad for less than 18 months, you pay your own travel.
Sources: Senior missionary FAQ
Housing and vehicle
- Housing: your home ward missionary fund is charged no more than $1,200 a month if you live alone, or $850 if you live with a companion (rent, utilities and furnishings).
- Church vehicle: $150 a month; single Sisters who share one pay $75 each.
- Everything else (food, personal items, medical care, phone, insurance) is yours to cover.
The exact amounts for your assignment are in your call packet.
Sources: Senior missionary FAQ
Next steps
Questions
Can a single woman serve a senior mission?
Yes. Single Sisters 40 and older can serve, and some assignments don’t require a companion.
How long do single seniors serve?
12, 18 or 23 months.
What does housing cost for a single senior?
Up to $1,200 a month living alone, or $850 with a companion, charged to the home ward missionary fund.
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