Philippines•AsiaSpecial Investor's Resident Visa (SIRV)
At a Glance
Processing Time
90-180 days
Application Fee
75,000 USD
Stay Duration
Indefinite
Renewable
Yes
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
Investor visa for foreign nationals investing minimum USD 75,000 in Philippine corporations in manufacturing or services. Indefinite residency with multiple dependents allowed.
The Special Investor's Resident Visa (SIRV) is granted to foreign nationals aged 21+ who invest at least USD 75,000 in Philippine corporations engaged in manufacturing or services. Initial probationary residence converts to permanent residency. Investment must be maintained for visa validity.
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Requirements
Financial
Minimum Savings
75,000 USD
Investment Required
75,000 USD
Personal
Criminal Record Policy
Clean record required
Education
None or higher
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Valid for duration of stay
Police clearance
From country of origin and residence
Medical certificate
Health examination results
Passport photos
Biometric photos
Sponsor Documents
Investment documentation
Proof of USD 75,000+ investment
SEC certificate
Philippine corporation registration
Business plan
Description of business operations
Financial statements
Company financial documents
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Advantages
- Indefinite residency with investment
- Can bring dependents
- Multiple entry privileges
- Path to permanent residency
- Business ownership opportunity
Considerations
- Minimum USD 75,000 investment required
- Investment must be maintained
- Probationary period before PR conversion
- Complex application process
- Dependent on business viability
Application Process
Identify investment
Select eligible Philippine corporation for investment
Prepare business documents
Gather investment and business documentation
File application
Submit SIRV application to Bureau of Immigration
Investment verification
BI verifies investment in eligible business
Medical examination
Health screening and medical certificate
Approval
SIRV approval issued
Application Forms
SIRV Application Form
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