Visas & Immigration · May 28, 2026
The Philippines offers two flagship long-term residency programs for foreign nationals — the Special Resident Retiree's Visa (SRRV) and the Special Investor's Resident Visa (SIRV). Both grant indefinite stay, but the differences in minimum investment, eligible uses of funds, work rights, and administrative requirements are substantial. This article compares the two to help foreign investors choose the right pathway — with verified legal citations, updated 2026 deposit requirements, and a practical decision framework for each investor profile.
Sarah Camille Francisco
Visas & Immigration · May 14, 2026
An overview of the Philippine visa and permit options for foreign investors, executives and business owners — the 9(g) work visa and AEP, the 47(a)(2) visa for PEZA- and BOI-registered enterprises, the SIRV, the SRRV, the 9(d) treaty trader visa, and short-term work permits — with the legal basis, requirements, costs and timelines for each.
Joren Lex Tan
Visas & Immigration · March 19, 2026
Executive Order No. 86 authorized the Philippines' first Digital Nomad Visa. Here are answers to the five most common questions foreign remote workers ask before applying.
Joren Lex Tan
Visas & Immigration · March 17, 2026
Answers to the five most common questions foreign nationals ask about bringing their spouse and children to the Philippines under work, investor, and special resident visas.
Daniel John Fordan
Visas & Immigration · March 13, 2026
Thinking about retiring in the Philippines? Here are seven frequently asked questions about the Special Resident Retiree's Visa — including the 2025 rule changes that lowered the minimum age to 40.
Sarah Camille Francisco
Visas & Immigration · March 6, 2026
The Innovative Startup Act (RA 11337) provides for a dedicated startup visa for foreign entrepreneurs in the Philippines. Here are six common questions about eligibility, benefits, and how foreign founders can take advantage of the law.
Jose Ben Campos
Employment & Labor · April 28, 2026
From Alien Employment Permits under the Labor Code and DOLE DO 248, Series of 2025, to 9(g) work visas under Commonwealth Act No. 613, BOI rules on foreign hires, tax obligations under the National Internal Revenue Code as amended by the TRAIN Law, and recently proposed changes to 9G visa rules — this guide covers the main rules foreign employers, HR directors, and investors should know about legally hiring and employing foreign nationals in the Philippines.
Joren Lex Tan
Employment & Labor · March 24, 2026
DOLE Department Order No. 248 overhauled the Alien Employment Permit process with stricter requirements. Here is what changed and how it affects foreigners planning to work in the Philippines.
Daniel John Fordan
