Our SRRV application assistance provides a secure, legally compliant pathway for you to make the Philippines your permanent second home. We guide you through the Philippine retirement program, helping you access visa privileges without the need to renounce your original citizenship.
What You Should Know About the Special Resident Retiree’s Visa (SRRV) in the Philippines
A Special Resident Retiree’s Visa (SRRV) is an indefinite-stay, non-immigrant visa administered by the Philippine Retirement Authority (PRA) and issued by the Bureau of Immigration (BI). It is designed for those who value freedom of movement and a hassle-free immigration status. Unlike standard work or tourist visas, it exempts holders from the ACR I-Card, exit clearances, and re-entry permits, allowing visa holders to come and go as they please.
SRRV Classic
This is the most flexible option for active retirees. For those aged 50+, the deposit is US$ 15,000 (with pension) or US$ 30,000 (without pension). For the 40–49 age group, the deposit is US$ 25,000 (with pension) or US$ 50,000 (without pension).
SRRV Courtesy
This is designed for former Filipino citizens and retired officers of international organizations or foreign militaries with ties to the Philippines. Deposit requirements vary by age and status: former Filipinos pay US$1,500 if 50 or older, and US$3,000 if aged 40–49; foreign nationals pay US$1,500 if 50 or older, and US$3,000–6,000 if aged 40–49, depending on pensioner status.
What Duran & Duran-Schulze Law Does
As a leading visa and immigration services provider in the Philippines, Duran & Duran-Schulze Law acts as your liaison with the Philippine Retirement Authority (PRA) and Bureau of Immigration (BI), handling document verification and filing, inward remittance checks, and representation during the Oath of Affirmation to ensure a smooth, hassle-free transition into the Philippine retirement system.
Our SRRV Visa Application Assistance
We handle every step of the SRRV visa application and ensure a seamless and successful approval process:
Pre-Evaluation and Documentation
We review the applicants’ eligibility and assist in securing the necessary medical clearances and police records. We ensure all foreign-issued documents are properly translated and apostilled to satisfy PRA’s evidentiary standards.
Bank Remittance and Deposit Certification
We guide applicants through the process of opening a dollar-denominated account and making the mandatory inward remittance. We coordinate with PRA-accredited banks to secure the notarized bank certification required for the application filing.
Liaison with PRA and BI
We manage the filing of the application folder and track its progress through the two-to-three-month endorsement period. We handle all supplemental requirements and schedule the onsite appointment for the final Oath of Affirmation.
Post-Approval ID and Investment Conversion
Once the SRRV visa is stamped, we facilitate the issuance of the PRA Membership ID. For SRRV Classic holders, we provide legal assistance in converting the visa deposit into active investments, such as the purchase of a condominium unit or a long-term house lease.
How to Get Started
For inquiries on requirements, processes, and fees, contact Duran & Duran-Schulze Law at (+632) 8478 5826, (+63) 917 194 0482, or info@duranschulze.com, or simply complete the form on this page. Our office is located at 1210 High Street South Corporate Plaza Tower 2, 26th Street, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig, Metro Manila, Philippines.
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Special Resident Retiree’s Visa (SRRV) FAQs
For your reference and guidance, here are some frequently asked questions about the Special Resident Retiree’s Visa (SRRV) in the Philippines:
As of the latest updates, the minimum age for the SRRV Classic and Courtesy programs has been adjusted to 40 years old, allowing younger retirees and even digital nomads to secure permanent residency earlier.
Yes. You can include your spouse and unmarried children under 21 years old. Additional deposits, however, may be required for your dependents.
As an SRRV holder in the Philippines, you can enjoy an indefinite stay with multiple-entry privileges, a free PRA newsletter subscription, discounts from accredited partners, assistance with government transactions, and access to PhilHealth benefits. You are also exempt from the ACR-I card, income tax on foreign pensions, customs duties on household goods up to US$ 7,000, and travel tax if staying less than one year.
No. Your SRRV is an “indefinite stay” visa with multiple-entry privileges. You can leave the country for as long as you want without your visa being cancelled, provided you maintain the required bank deposit and pay the annual PRA fee.
To process your SRRV application, you’ll need to submit documents that vary by SRRV visa type (e.g., SRRV Courtesy, SRRV Classic, etc.) but generally include application forms, clearances, a medical certificate, a bank certificate of time deposit, and proof of lifetime pension.
Processing an SRRV usually takes at least three (3) months or longer, depending on the needed documents and workload of the Philippine Retirement Authority (PRA).
Yes, but your SRRV itself is a residency visa, not a work permit. To be gainfully employed, you must still secure an Alien Employment Permit (AEP) from DOLE. The advantage is that you do not need to change your visa status to a 9(g) to work.
