Philippines•Asia9(g) Pre-Arranged Employment Visa
At a Glance
Processing Time
60-90 days
Application Fee
60 USD
Stay Duration
Duration tied to employment contract
Renewable
Varies
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Work visa for foreign nationals with pre-arranged employment in the Philippines. Requires employer sponsorship, Alien Employment Permit from DOLE, and valid job offer.
The 9(g) Pre-Arranged Employment Visa is the primary work visa for foreign professionals employed in the Philippines. It requires a valid job offer from a Philippine-based employer and an Alien Employment Permit (AEP) from the Department of Labor and Employment. Foreign workers with various skills in education, healthcare, business, and other sectors can apply.
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Requirements
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay
Visa application form
Duly accomplished visa application
Passport photo
Recent photo taken within 6 months
Police clearance
From place of residence, issued by police authorities
Medical examination
Includes chest x-ray, lab reports, AIDS-free certificate
Job qualifications
Resume, certificates, diplomas, work experience
Sponsor Documents
Job offer letter
Official offer from Philippine employer, notarized
Letter of endorsement
From accepting/employing company, notarized
Alien Employment Permit
Approved AEP from Department of Labor and Employment
Company documents
Business registration, organizational setup
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Advantages
- Clear employment pathway
- Can lead to permanent residency
- Family members can be included
- Can change employers with new AEP
- Path to long-term stay in Philippines
Considerations
- Employer-dependent status
- Requires AEP approval process
- Processing can take 2-3 months
- Limited to employment-related purposes
- Dependents require separate visas
Application Process
Secure employment
Obtain job offer from Philippine-based employer
Employer files AEP
Employer applies for Alien Employment Permit with DOLE
Obtain AEP approval
Receive AEP approval from Department of Labor and Employment
Gather documents
Collect passport, police clearance, medical exam results
Apply for visa
Submit visa application at Philippine embassy/consulate
DFA approval
Obtain Department of Foreign Affairs approval
Receive visa
Collect approved 9(g) work visa
Application Forms
Pre-Arranged Employment Visa Application
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