Invest visas are a great option for foreign investors who want to invest in Philippine companies but don’t want to live in the country permanently. At Duran & Duran-Schulze Law, we provide legal assistance in obtaining invest visas and ensure that your Philippine journey begins with ease.
Invest Visa in the Philippines
If you are planning to invest in the Philippines, here are the visa options for you:
Special Investor’s Resident Visa (SIRV)
It allows foreign investors to live in the country indefinitely, provided that they meet the following qualifications:
- Has not been convicted of a crime involving moral turpitude;
- Not afflicted with any loathsome, dangerous, or contagious disease;
- Has not been institutionalized for any mental disorder or disability;
- Willing and able to invest the amount of at least US $75,000.00 in an eligible form of investment; and
- Holder of a Temporary Visitor’s Visa or Tourist Visa (9A) with at least one (1) month validity.
APECO Special Permanent Residency Visa (ASRV)
It is authorized directly by the Philippine government within the Aurora Pacific Economic Zone and Free Port Authority (APECO) Economic Zone. It allows individuals live permanently in the Philippines, given that they have established or in the process of establishing a residence within the Aurora Pacific Economic Zone and Freeport, whether through acquisition or lease of a residential unit for at least five (5) years.
To apply for ASRV, the following documents are required to be submitted:
- Notarized Letter of Request
- Duly accomplished APECO General Application Form
- Copy of any document showing proof that applicant has established or is in the process of establishing a residence within the APEFZ
- Photocopy of passport bio-page and latest immigration stamp
- NBI Clearance
- Bureau of Immigration Clearance Certificate (BICC)
Other Visas in the Philippines
Stay Visas allow foreign nationals to retire and live in the Philippines with either their dependents or just by themselves permanently.
Top Stay Visa: 13(a) Visa | TRV Visa | 13(G) Visa | SRRV
Work Visas allow foreign nationals to work in the Philippines temporarily. These types of visas can be used for travel, business trips, or even long-term employment.
Top Work Visa: 9(g) Visa | SVEG Visa | PEZA 47(a)(2) Visa
Note: Immigration laws in the Philippines can change unexpectedly. This means that eligibility for visas, required documents, processing times, visa validity, and other visa application information may be subject to updates. To stay informed, we advise consulting with our Immigration and Visa Specialists.
Duran & Duran-Schulze Law Can Help
Application Process Assistance
We handle the entire visa application process on behalf of our clients. If you also need assistance with renewing your visa, we can help you. We also offer assistance with citizenship applications and naturalization.
Offer Legal Counsel
We are committed to offer legal counsel and assist our clients by providing information about the visa application procedures and the necessary requirements. We also help our clients solve their problems to prevent any delays and assist them in exploring legal remedies.
Follow-Up and Monitor
We monitor the progress of our client’s visa application and follow-up with immigration authorities as needed to urge the process. We ensure that our clients will stay informed about their application status.
Resolve Visa Concerns
We are dedicated to answer our client’s queries and address their concerns promptly. Our goal is to keep our clients informed about potential risks and guide them on providing solutions.
