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SRRV Courtesy

Golden Visa PR PathwayThis visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa. Dependents Allowed Remote Work

At a Glance

Processing Time

21-90 days

Application Fee

12,200 USD

Stay Duration

Indefinite

Renewable

Yes

Job Offer

Not Required

Dependents

Allowed

PR Pathway

Available

Remote Work

Allowed

Overview

Designed for former Filipinos and retired officers of international organizations recognized by the DFA.

The SRRV Courtesy visa is a permanent residency program specifically for former Filipinos and retired officers of international organizations recognized by the Philippine Department of Foreign Affairs. It provides indefinite stay in the Philippines and allows for remote work or local employment with an Alien Employment Permit.

Applicants must meet specific age requirements and provide comprehensive documentation, including a mandatory Bureau of Immigration Clearance Certificate.

Fee Breakdown

Application Fee (Principal)	1,400 USD
Application Fee (Dependent)	300 USD
Annual PRA ID Fee recurring	10 USD
Visa Deposit (50+)	1,500 USD
Visa Deposit (40–49, Pensioner)	3,000 USD
Visa Deposit (40–49, Non-Pensioner)	6,000 USD

Stay & Extensions

Status type

Permanent / indefinite

Requirements

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Former Filipinos aged 35 and above.

Foreign nationals (retired officers of international organizations) aged 40 and above.

Must have no derogatory record.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Duly accomplished SRRV Application Form

Original Passport with valid entry status

Medical Examination Clearance

Police Clearance (from country of origin/residence)

NBI Clearance (if stay in the Philippines exceeds 30 days)

Bureau of Immigration (BI) Clearance Certificate

Proof of relationship (for dependents)

Bank Certification of Dollar Time Deposit

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

Permanent residency status
Allows for remote work
Work authorization available via AEP
Includes dependents

Worth Knowing

Requires annual renewal of PRA ID card
Mandatory BI Clearance Certificate adds complexity to processing
Significant financial deposit required
Derogatory record
Failure to meet age requirements
Inability to provide required clearances

Application Process

Submit application to PRA

Undergo medical examination

Obtain BI Clearance Certificate

Deposit required funds

Receive SRRV ID

Application Forms

SRRV Application Form

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