Work Visas are a great option for foreign nationals who are looking to work in the Philippines temporarily. These types of visas can be used for travel, business trips, or even long-term employment. At Duran & Duran-Schulze Law, we provide legal assistance in obtaining work visas and ensure that your Philippine journey begins with ease.
Here are Some of the Working Visas Offered in the Philippines:
- 9(g) Visa or Philippine Employment Visa
- Filing Work Visa without Entry Exemption Document (EED)
- 9(g) Visa Dependent
- 9(g) Visa Renewal
- SVEG Visa or Special Visa for Employment Generation
- PEZA 47(a)(2) Visa or Philippine Economic Zone Authority Special Non-Immigrant Visa
- Filing PEZA Visa without Entry Exemption Document (EED)
The Following Employment Permits are Required Along with the Work Visa:
- Work Permit in the Philippines
- Special Work Permit (SWP) – This should be obtained if the employment period is less than six (6) months.
- Alien Employment Permit (AEP) – This should be obtained if the employment period exceeds six (6) months. An AEP is usually valid for one (1) year unless the terms of employment require a longer period. An employment visa will not be issued without an AEP.
- Provisional Work Permit (PWP) – This should be obtained pending the approval of the employment visa. This is valid for three (3) months from the issue date.
Other Applications that May Be Applicable to You:
- Department of Justice (DOJ) Authority to Employ
- Visa Downgrading
- Australian Migration Visa
- Exit Clearance Certificate when exiting the Philippines
- Grace Period for Visa Holders
Why Choose Us?
Strong Credibility
Duran & Duran-Schulze Law is a full-service visa and immigration law firm that can help you navigate through the complex world of Philippine Immigration Law. With 11 years of experience, we have successfully assisted foreign nationals from over 40 countries as well as Philippine citizens living abroad.
Application Process Assistance
We handle the entire application process on behalf of our clients. If you already have a visa and need assistance with renewing it, 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.
Other Visa Services We Offer:
Invest Visas allow foreign nationals to invest in Philippine companies without needing to reside in the country permanently.
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 | 13(G) Visa | SRRV
Need further information and assistance regarding Work Visas? 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.
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.