Temporary Resident Visa (TRV) is available to a foreign nationals who are married to a Filipino citizen, recognized by Philippine laws, but whose country does not have an existing reciprocity agreement with the Philippines.
This visa, commonly known as the Immigrant Visa by Marriage (13a), is issued by the Philippine Embassy. It is granted to foreignationals who are legally married to Filipino citizens and their unmarried children under twenty-one (21) years old, allowing them to live legally in the Philippines. The 13a Visa allows the holder to stay in the Philippines as a permanent resident and grants certain rights and privileges as outlined in the conditions of the visa.
What are the Requirements for Temporary Resident Visa (TRV)?
The visa application process may include applying for an Immigrant Visa by Marriage, an ACR I-card, and other requirements. To proceed, the applicant must submit the following necessary requirements:
- Joint letter request addressed to the Commissioner from the applicant and the petitioner
- Duly accomplished application form for Non-Immigrant Visa
- Photocopy of passport bio-page and latest admission with valid authorized stay (at least 30 days from date of filing)
- Birth Certificate of the petitioning Filipino spouse or certified true copy of BI-issued Identification Certificate (IC) as Filipino citizen of the petitioning Filipino spouse
- Marriage Certificate or Marriage Contract
- Valid National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) Clearance, if application is filed six (6) months or more from the date of first arrival in the Philippines
- BI Clearance Certificate
- Original or certified true copy of Bureau of Quarantine Medical Clearance, if applicant is a national of any of the countries listed under Annex “A” of Immigration Operations Order No. SBM-14-059-A who arrived in the Philippines on or after June 2014
Upon approval of the visa, the applicant will be granted to enter the Philippines and live as a permanent resident. However, if the applicants abandons their existing application or fails to comply with the visa conditions, the visa may be revoked and required to be surrendered to the Bureau of Immigration’s main office.
What is the Validity of Temporary Resident Visa (TRV)?
The Temporary Resident Visa (TRV) is valid for a probationary period of one (1) year, and is extendable every two (2) years at the Bureau of Immigration.
It is recommended that the applicant must have continuous physical presence in the Philippines during the visa processing period to avoid the need for revalidation. Additionally, the applicant must have a valid Philippine visa (i.e. tourist visa) for at least one (1) month upon application for TRV.
What are the Benefits of a Temporary Resident Visa (TRV) Holder in the Philippines?
In the Philippines, a TRV holder has the following benefits:
- Work Opportunities. Its holder is eligible to seek employment in the Philippines.
- Property Ownership. Its holder can lease real property or own personal property.
- Residence. Its holder can reside in the Philippines for the duration of the visa’s validity.
- Citizenship. Its holder can qualify for Philippine citizenship after five (5) years of residence in the country.
Need further information and assistance regarding Temporary Resident Visa (TRV) in the Philippines? Talk to our team at Duran & Duran-Schulze Law to know more about the requirements and process. Call us today at (+632) 8478 5826 or +63 917 194 0482, or send an email to info@duranschulze.com for more information.
