by admin | Mar 27, 2026 | Immigration
Under the Revised Corporation Code (Republic Act No. 11232), foreign nationals may generally serve as corporate directors in Philippine‑registered corporations, but their eligibility is tempered by residency composition rules, share‑ownership safeguards, and...
by admin | Mar 26, 2026 | 9G Visa
The Bureau of Immigration (BI) has issued updated internal guidelines on the 9G visa issuance process, clarifying timelines, documentation, and eligibility criteria for foreign nationals seeking to work in the Philippines. The 9(g) Pre‑Arranged Employment (Commercial)...
by admin | Mar 25, 2026 | Work Permit
The Subic Bay Freeport Zone (SBFZ) and Clark Freeport and Special Economic Zone (Clark SEZ) are among the Philippines’ most dynamic hubs for foreign‑invested manufacturing, logistics, aviation, and business‑process outsourcing. To attract and retain global talent, the...
by admin | Mar 24, 2026 | Work Visa
The Philippines’ foreign ownership regime is a dynamic, evolving framework that balances national security and economic protection with an increasingly liberal approach to foreign investment. Recent reforms, including the broad liberalization of the Foreign Investment...
by admin | Mar 23, 2026 | Work Permit
For many foreign professionals, the journey to a full 9(g) Pre‑Arranged Employment Visa can take several weeks, yet businesses often require their international hires to begin work immediately. The Philippine Bureau of Immigration (BI) addresses this gap with the...
