Philippines•AsiaSpecial Study Permit (SSP)
At a Glance
Processing Time
7-14 days
Application Fee
Free
Stay Duration
Duration of academic program
Renewable
Varies
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Not Specified
PR Pathway
No
This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Study permit for foreign minors under 18 or students in non-degree courses lasting less than 1 year. Allows enrollment in Philippine educational institutions.
The Special Study Permit (SSP) is issued to foreign nationals under 18 years old or students enrolled in non-degree courses lasting less than 1 year. This allows minors to study at Philippine educational institutions alongside their parents or as part of family visas.
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Requirements
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Child's passport
School admission letter
From accredited Philippine school
Birth certificate
Child's birth certificate
Medical certificate
If required by school
OptionalSponsor Documents
Parent/guardian authorization
Signed by parent or legal guardian
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Advantages
- Allows minor children to study in Philippines
- Can extend for full education duration
- Enables family relocation for education
- Clear educational pathway
Considerations
- Limited to minors under 18 (or students in short courses)
- Tied to school enrollment
- Requires school admission
- Cannot work
Application Process
School enrollment
Enroll at accredited Philippine educational institution
Obtain school documents
Get letter of admission from school
File SSP application
Submit application to Bureau of Immigration
Processing
BI processes SSP application
Approval
Receive SSP approval
Application Forms
Special Study Permit Application
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