Philippines•AsiaSpecial Non-Immigrant Visa 47(a)(2) - PEZA/BOI
At a Glance
Processing Time
10 days
Application Fee
50 USD
Stay Duration
2 years
Renewable
Yes
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
No
This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Work visa for executives, supervisors, specialists, and staff of PEZA or BOI-registered companies, Regional Headquarters, and Regional Operating Headquarters.
The 47(a)(2) Special Non-Immigrant Visa is issued to foreign employees of PEZA-registered companies, BOI-registered companies, Regional Headquarters, and Regional Operating Headquarters. These companies employ foreign specialists with skills not readily available locally.
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Requirements
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Valid for duration of employment
Job offer letter
From PEZA/BOI registered company
Sponsor Documents
PEZA/BOI certificate
Company registration with PEZA or BOI
Company details
Registration and business documents
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Advantages
- 2-year validity
- Renewable for extended stays
- Fast PEZA processing
- Supports skilled employment
- Clear company-based requirements
Considerations
- Company-specific visa
- Cannot change employers easily
- Limited to PEZA/BOI companies
- Foreign staff limited to <5% of workforce
- ACR I-card exemption only
Application Process
Verify company registration
Confirm company is PEZA or BOI registered
Prepare documentation
Gather employment and company documents
Submit to PEZA
File application with Philippine Economic Zone Authority
PEZA processing
PEZA reviews within 5 working days
BI issuance
Bureau of Immigration issues 47a2 visa
Application Forms
47(a)(2) PEZA Visa Application
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