by admin | Sep 10, 2026 | Work Visa
In the Philippines, a work visa vs a work permit is not an either–or choice but a two-step compliance requirement for most foreign employees. A work permit, usually the Alien Employment Permit (AEP), gives a foreign national the right to engage in employment, while a...
by admin | Sep 8, 2026 | Immigration
The entry of foreigners to the Philippines is governed by immigration laws, visa policies, and border-control procedures that apply to all non-Philippine citizens. Whether a person arrives for tourism, business meetings, employment, investment, study, or family...
by admin | Sep 4, 2026 | Non-Immigrant Visa
A Special Non-Immigrant Visa is a Philippine immigration status issued under Section 47(a)(2) of the Philippine Immigration Act. It is intended for qualified foreign nationals whose entry and stay support activities considered to be in the public interest, including...
by admin | Sep 2, 2026 | SRRV
The Special Resident Retiree’s Visa, commonly called the SRRV, is a special non-immigrant visa issued by the Bureau of Immigration through the Philippine Retirement Authority. It gives qualified foreign retirees and former Filipinos a long-term basis to live in the...
by admin | Sep 1, 2026 | SIRV
The Special Investor’s Resident Visa (SIRV) is a Philippine residence option for foreign nationals who are willing and able to make and maintain a qualifying investment in the country. It is designed to encourage foreign capital in viable Philippine enterprises and...