<p>Perceptions of successful aging are shaped by individual lived experiences, including migration. While research on successful aging among immigrant populations exists, studies focusing on older refugees remain limited. This study explores older refugees’ perceptions of successful aging, their lived experiences, and potential differences by sex. A qualitative study was conducted with 21 Burundian refugees aged 50 and older, residing in an upper Midwest community in the USA. In-depth interviews were conducted and analyzed using thematic analysis. Themes indicating a match between perceptions of successful aging and lived experiences included wisdom and the ability to give advice, experiencing peace and security, and fostering family relationships. Mismatched themes involved work experiences, citizenship challenges, and communication difficulties. Women highlighted shifts in work-related gender roles, while men emphasized changes in dependency-related gender roles. The findings suggest that aging refugees’ unique backgrounds and migration experiences shape their perceptions of successful aging, with both alignments and disparities between expectations and reality. These insights highlight the need for culturally responsive policies and interventions that support aging refugees’ well-being and social integration.</p>