by admin | Feb 10, 2026 | Immigration
Foreign nationals seeking permanent residency in the Philippines through immigrant visa categories must navigate pathways designed for family reunification, returning former Filipinos, or exceptional economic contributions, primarily the non-quota 13(a) Immigrant Visa...
by admin | Feb 3, 2026 | Immigration
Foreign nationals and employers navigating immigration services in the Philippines in 2026 must coordinate Bureau of Immigration (BI) procedures, Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) work permits, and, in some cases, Board of Investments (BOI) or other agency...
by admin | Jan 19, 2026 | Immigration
An immigration audit in the Philippines begins with one central requirement: the mandatory Annual Report for all registered foreign nationals holding valid visas and Alien Certificate of Registration Identity Cards (ACR I‑Cards). Every calendar year, from 1 January to...
by admin | Dec 4, 2025 | Work Visa
Foreign nationals seeking employment in the Philippines must secure both an Alien Employment Permit (AEP) from the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) and an appropriate work visa from the Bureau of Immigration (BI). These dual requirements ensure compliance...
by admin | Dec 2, 2025 | Immigration
Being an expat in the Philippines can be incredibly rewarding—warm climate, English-speaking communities, relatively low living costs, and welcoming locals. At the same time, many foreigners discover that day-to-day reality involves legal, cultural, logistical, and...
