What is a Non-Quota Immigrant (13G) Visa?
The Non-Quota Immigrant (13G) Visa serves as a vital avenue for families to be reunited in the Philippines. It enables individuals who are related to Filipino citizens or former Filipinos to reside and work in the country without being constrained by standard immigration quotas and limitations. This exemption means that these individuals are not in competition with other immigrants for a limited number of visa slots, nor are they subjected to the same immigration constraints as other immigrant categories. This visa is commonly referred to as the “Balikbayan Program” or the “Resident Retiree Visa.” Under the 13G visa category, former Filipino citizens and their immediate family members are permitted to reside in the Philippines indefinitely, provided they retain their status as former Filipino citizens.
How to Process a Non-Quota Immigrant (13G) Visa in the Philippines?
To acquire a Non-Quota Immigrant (13G) Visa, the applicant must secure a Consolidated General Application Form (CGAF) and submit the requisite documents for pre-screening to the Central Receiving Unit (CRU). Upon completion of pre-screening, obtain the Order of Payment Slip (OPS) and proceed to pay the stipulated fees. Following payment, submit a copy of the Official Receipt. Subsequently, attend the scheduled hearing as specified on the Official Receipt for further instructions and venue details. Following the hearing, proceed to the Image and Fingerprint Capturing Counter of the Alien Registration Division (ARD) and provide the necessary requirements for ACR I-Card application. The applicant must monitor the official website of Bureau of Immigration (BI) for updates regarding the status of their visa application. Upon approval, the applicant must submit their passport for visa implementation. Once the ACR I-Card is approved, proceed to claim it as per the provided instructions.
Furthermore, applicants must meet the specific criteria to be eligible for a non-quota immigrant visa. Eligible applicants must be a naturalized citizen of a foreign country, was previously a natural-born citizen of the Philippines, or intends to return to the Philippines for permanent residence. Holders of the 13G visa may live and work in the Philippines indefinitely. Additionally, they may become eligible to apply for Philippine citizenship after fulfilling a designated period of residency. However, it is important to note that holders of non-quota immigrant visas must still abide by Philippine laws and regulations. This may entail compliance with various restrictions and obligations, such as obtaining a work permit or meeting tax obligations.
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