PhilippinesPermanent residency visa limited to 50 per nationality per year, requiring substantial capital, exceptional qualifications, or notable contributions to economy, science, or culture.
PhilippinesSpecial visa for foreign executives working exclusively at regional or area headquarters of multinational companies in the Philippines, requiring minimum $12,000 annual salary, valid for three years.
PhilippinesShort-term visa for foreign nationals visiting the Philippines for scientific, commercial, industrial, professional, or business purposes without local compensation.
PhilippinesShort-term visa for foreign nationals visiting the Philippines for pleasure, tourism, leisure, recreation, religious pilgrimage, or visiting family and friends.
PhilippinesShort-term visa for foreign nationals visiting the Philippines for medical treatment or health-related purposes, including accompanying escorts.
PhilippinesShort-term visa for foreign nationals arriving in the Philippines aboard a private yacht or sailboat for leisure purposes without local employment.
PhilippinesShort-term visa for foreign nationals visiting the Philippines for movie or documentary filming purposes without local employer-employee relationship.
PhilippinesShort-term visa for foreign journalists and media professionals visiting the Philippines for news coverage or reporting purposes.
PhilippinesShort-term visa for foreign athletes, entertainers, and performing artists visiting the Philippines for competitions, exhibitions, or cultural performances.
PhilippinesCatch-all short-term visa for foreign nationals visiting the Philippines for purposes not covered by other 9(a) subcategories, including conventions, seminars, and religious missions.
PhilippinesVisa for foreign nationals transiting through the Philippines en route to another destination, limited to 72 hours or three days.
PhilippinesVisa for foreign crew members arriving at a Philippine port aboard a vessel, seeking entry solely in pursuit of their calling as a seaman with the intention of departing on the same vessel.
PhilippinesNon-immigrant visa for nationals of the United States, Japan, or Germany entering the Philippines to carry on substantial trade or commerce under existing bilateral treaties.
PhilippinesNon-immigrant visa for foreign government officials entering the Philippines on official business, official students, or program participants.
PhilippinesNon-immigrant visa for persons enjoying diplomatic immunities and privileges, including ambassadors, ministers, and their immediate family members.
PhilippinesNon-immigrant visa for members of the household staff of holders of 9(e-1) and 9(e-2) diplomatic and official visas.
PhilippinesNon-immigrant visa for foreign nationals accepted by a qualified Philippine higher education institution for formal degree programs, valid for the duration of study.
PhilippinesWork visa for foreign religious workers, missionaries, and clergy of bona fide non-profit religious organizations. Allows religious work without full employment permits.
PhilippinesThis visa is for the spouse and unmarried children under 21 of a 9(g) work visa holder.
PhilippinesPrimary long-term work visa for foreign nationals employed by a Philippine-based company in executive, technical, managerial, or highly confidential positions, valid 1-3 years and renewable up to 10 years.
PhilippinesOne-year renewable visa (up to 2 years) for remote workers earning at least $24,000 annually from foreign sources, with no Philippine tax obligations on foreign income, established in 2025.
PhilippinesVisa-free entry for nationals of 151 eligible countries allowing stays of up to 30 days for tourism, business visits, or transit, extendable through the Bureau of Immigration.
PhilippinesNew fast-track permanent residency program requiring a $75,000 fixed deposit, processed in as few as 3-5 business days, with rights to live, work, and study in the Philippines and zero tax on foreign income.
PhilippinesPermanent residency visa for the foreign spouse or unmarried child under 21 of a Philippine citizen, the primary family-based immigration pathway.
PhilippinesImmigrant visa for children born during a temporary visit abroad to a mother who held permanent residence in the Philippines.
PhilippinesImmigrant visa for the spouse and unmarried children under 21 of a foreign national who has already been admitted for permanent residence in the Philippines.
PhilippinesImmigrant visa for women who lost Philippine citizenship through marriage to a foreigner, and their unmarried children under 21.
PhilippinesImmigrant visa for natural-born Philippine citizens who were subsequently naturalized abroad and wish to return to the Philippines for permanent residence, including dependents.
PhilippinesImmigrant visa for children born after the issuance of an immigrant visa to their accompanying parent.
PhilippinesTemporary three-month work authorization for foreign nationals who have commenced employment while their AEP or work visa applications are still pending.
PhilippinesImmigrant visa for foreign nationals with existing permanent residence status returning to the Philippines from a temporary visit abroad.
PhilippinesSpecial visa for foreign employees of offshore banking units operating under Presidential Decree 1034, authorizing employment in the Philippines' offshore banking sector.
PhilippinesIndefinite-stay resident visa for foreign nationals who invest at least $75,000 in Philippine corporations listed on the stock exchange or in approved economic activities, with multiple-entry privileges.
PhilippinesDesigned for former Filipinos and retired officers of international organizations recognized by the DFA.
PhilippinesDiscontinued
PhilippinesIndefinite-stay visa issued by the Philippine Retirement Authority for foreign nationals aged 35+ with required bank deposits ($10,000-$50,000 depending on age/pension), granting multiple-entry privileges and permanent residence.
PhilippinesA historical retirement visa program for active and healthy retirees that required a fixed, non-convertible bank deposit. This program was officially abolished and discontinued on September 1, 2025.
PhilippinesA permit for foreign nationals (usually on a 9(a) tourist visa) to engage in short-term, non-degree studies (less than one year).
PhilippinesSpecial visa for foreign nationals who directly employ at least 10 Filipinos in a lawful and sustainable enterprise, initially issued for one year probationary period with possibility of conversion to indefinite stay.
PhilippinesShort-term work authorization for foreign nationals performing temporary assignments of up to six months while on a tourist visa, issued by the Bureau of Immigration without requiring an AEP.
PhilippinesCompany-specific work visa for foreign investors or employees of PEZA and BOI-registered enterprises, valid for one year or duration of contract, with multi-entry privileges and a 5% foreign workforce cap.
PhilippinesThe SRRV is a special non-immigrant visa for retirees, managed by the Philippine Retirement Authority (PRA).