Philippines

Non-quota immigrant visa for foreign nationals married to Filipino citizens. Leads to permanent residency after probationary period.

Immigrant visa for a child of alien parents born during the temporary visit abroad of the mother who has previously been admitted for permanent residence.

Immigrant visa for a child born after the immigrant visa of the accompanying parent was issued, provided the parent's visa has not expired.

Immigrant visa for a woman who was a Philippine citizen but lost citizenship through marriage to a foreigner, and her unmarried children under 21.

Temporary visa for foreign nationals visiting the Philippines for scientific, commercial, industrial, professional, or business purposes without receiving compensation from Philippine entities.

Visa for foreign nationals visiting the Philippines for tourism, leisure, religious pilgrimage, recreation, amusement, or to visit family and friends.

Visa for foreign nationals visiting the Philippines for medical treatment or health reasons, including their escorts.

Visa for foreign nationals visiting the Philippines temporarily on board a private yacht or sailboat.

Visa for foreign nationals visiting the Philippines temporarily for movie or documentary filming purposes.

Visa for foreign nationals visiting the Philippines temporarily for news and journalism purposes.

Visa for foreign nationals visiting the Philippines temporarily for athletic competitions, sports events, or performing arts purposes.

Visa for foreign nationals visiting the Philippines temporarily for purposes not covered by other 9(a) subcategories.

Short-term visitor visa for tourism, business visits, medical treatment, conferences, and other non-immigrant purposes. Valid for visits up to 59 days depending on nationality. Available for multiple nationalities with visa-free entry agreements.

Visa for foreign nationals transiting through the Philippines to another country. Transit limited to 72 hours (3 days) in the Philippines.

Visa for foreign nationals employed on vessels arriving at Philippine ports. Available for seafarers joining vessels, crew members on registered vessels, and maritime workers.

Visa for accredited officials of foreign governments, international organization representatives, and officials conducting official business for their government.

Visa for foreign nationals 18 years and above enrolled in long-term regular academic programs at accredited Philippine institutions. Must have sufficient financial means.

Work visa for foreign nationals with pre-arranged employment in the Philippines. Requires employer sponsorship, Alien Employment Permit from DOLE, and valid job offer.

Visa-free entry for Filipino citizens who have been abroad for 1+ year and former Filipinos who acquired foreign nationality. Allows 1-year stay without visa.

Work visa for foreign religious workers, missionaries, and clergy of bona fide non-profit religious organizations. Allows religious work without full employment permits.

Permanent residency status for foreign nationals who have completed required periods or conversions from immigrant or special resident visas.

Immigrant visa for Filipino war veterans, their spouses, and legitimate or illegitimate unmarried children who are American citizens and residing abroad.

Investor visa for foreign nationals investing minimum USD 75,000 in Philippine corporations in manufacturing or services. Indefinite residency with multiple dependents allowed.

Work visa for executives, supervisors, specialists, and staff of PEZA or BOI-registered companies, Regional Headquarters, and Regional Operating Headquarters.

Long-term retirement visa for foreign nationals aged 35 and above with regular retirement income. Offers indefinite stay and multiple entry privileges.

Study permit for foreign minors under 18 or students in non-degree courses lasting less than 1 year. Allows enrollment in Philippine educational institutions.

Special visa for foreign investors employing at least 10 Filipinos in lawful business ventures. Available to individuals and families generating employment.

Short-term work permit for foreign professionals, athletes, coaches, trainers, and international performers for temporary assignments of 3-6 months.

Retirement visa for former Filipino citizens aged 50+ and accredited foreign diplomats with lower deposit requirements than standard SRRV.

Visa-free entry for nationals of 157+ countries and territories under Executive Order 408. Duration varies by nationality from 14-59 days.