{"id":20273,"date":"2025-02-10T03:47:19","date_gmt":"2025-02-10T03:47:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sr-rv.com\/?p=20273"},"modified":"2025-02-10T03:47:19","modified_gmt":"2025-02-10T03:47:19","slug":"philippines-residence-visa-guide-sirv-srrv","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/makativisa.com\/blog\/?p=20273","title":{"rendered":"Philippines Residence Visa Guide: SIRV &amp; SRRV"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The Philippines is a favored destination for retirees and investors, offering a low cost of living and diverse investment opportunities. Its stunning islands, pristine beaches, volcanic landscapes, and world-class diving spots make it an appealing location for both travel and long-term residency. Additionally, the country provides attractive residency-by-investment options, sometimes referred to as golden visas, for foreigners seeking to establish a base in this tropical paradise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Special Resident Visas (residence by investment visas) are issued to foreign nationals coming to the Philippines for an indefinite stay or permanent living, whether for work, employment generation, investment, or retirement purposes. Classifications of the resident visa may vary from investment conditions and types of retirement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If the Philippines might be an exciting option for you as an investor or a possible retiree, read the guide below. We hope to provide you with helpful information, and if you would like to request a consultation, then don\u2019t hesitate to each out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Special Resident Retiree\u2019s Visa (SRRV)<br>\u200b\u200bThe Special Resident Retiree\u2019s Visa (SRRV) entitles the holder to reside in the Philippines anytime during his lifetime, permitting multiple entry privileges, so long as the visa requirements remain in the Philippines. The Bureau of Immigration issues the SRRV upon endorsement of the Philippine Retirement Authority (PRA).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The SRRV program of the PRA requires foreign nationals to have a certain amount of deposit in any PRA-accredited bank in the Philippines. The amount has to be deposited via inward remittance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Eligibility for SRRV<br>There are different SRRV Programs available. The amount of bank deposit requirement depends on the program being applied for. Any foreigner at least fifty years of age can apply for an SRRV, provided they meet at least one of the SRRV programs\u2019 requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are four options available to retirees:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>SRRV Smile<br>Applicants who are at least thirty-five years old and above. They must make a minimum deposit of $20,000 in a PRA-designated bank account;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>SRRV Classic<br>The primary retiree deposits $50,000 (thirty-five to forty-nine) or $10,000 to $20,000* (fifty years and above) that can be used to purchase an apartment or use for a long-term lease. The investment cannot be in an off-plan or construction phase.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>*allows retirees to apply without a pension. The pension requirement for a $10,000 deposit is $800 or $1,000 for a couple.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>SRRV Human Touch<br>For potential retirees above thirty-five years old who require consistent medical or clinical assistance. Applicants under the Human Touch need to deposit $10,000 into a bank account and have a monthly pension of $1,500. The last requirement is to hold Health Insurance usable in the Philippines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>SRRV Courtesy<br>Former Filipinos (thirty-five plus) and foreigners (fifty years or older) who served in the Philippines as diplomats, ambassadors, or staff in international organizations. They only require a deposit of $1,500.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>SRRV Expanded Courtesy<br>Foreigners (fifty years or older) receive a monthly pension of $1,000 and a deposit of $1,500. The expanded courtesy allows for two dependents; however, an additional deposit of $15,000 for each. The added deposit for dependents is waived for former Filipinos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The investor can choose to invest their deposit through the following means:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Purchase, acquisition, and ownership of a condominium unit;<br>Long-term lease of house and lot, condominium or townhouse for a period not shorter than twenty years; or<br>Purchase, acquisition, and ownership of golf or country club shares.<br>The applicant may be joined by his dependents, who can be a spouse and unmarried children under twenty-one years old.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Special Investor Residence Visa (SIRV)<br>The Special Investor Resident Visa (SIRV) entitles the holder to reside in the Philippines. Initially, investors obtain a probationary residence, which will be converted to a Philippines permanent residency (indefinite), permitting multiple entry privileges so long as the investments remain in the Philippines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Seeking expert immigration guidance?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Navigating through immigration programs can be complex and overwhelming, regardless of the country or program you\u2019re interested in. If you\u2019re struggling to find clear, accurate information, you\u2019re not alone. Our team is here to offer you clarity and reliable advice across a wide range of immigration programs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By scheduling a consultation, you\u2019ll receive personalized guidance tailored to your unique situation. We\u2019re dedicated to helping you understand the details of various immigration programs, making them more straightforward so you can proceed with confidence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We process:<br>Air tickets, hotels, travel \/Government File processing<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>9G Working Visa\uff081-3Years\uff09<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>13A \/ MCL21 TRV Spousal Visa- married to a Filipino citizen<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tourist Visa Extension<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Alien Employment Permit (AEP) \/ Special Working Permit (SWP)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Inclusion of dependent Spouse and unmarried child<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Emigration Clearance Certificate (ECC)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cancellation \/Apply of Alien Employment Permit replacement (loss AEP)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cancellation of CEZA Working Visa (CWV)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cancellation of 9G Working Visa (9G)<br>11.Special Resident Retiree\u2019s Visa (SRRV) SIRV ASRV<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Quota Visa SEC13<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Overstay MR<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lifting of Blacklist(BL) and Hold Departure Order (HDO)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Order To Leave (OTL)<br>other Immigration related concern:<br>Alien Registration<br>Annual Report (A.R)<br>ACR I-CARD Issuance<br>Voluntary Application for ACR I-CARD<br>Renewal ACR I-CARD<br>Re-Issuance of ACR I-CARD<br>ACR I-CARD Waiver<br>Cancellation of ACR I-CARD<br>Philippine-Born Registration<br>Certification for Not the Same Person<br>ACR I-CARD Certification<br>BI Clearance Certification<br>Pending Visa Application Certification<br>Certified True Copy Certification<br>Travel Records Certification<br>Certificate of Non-Registration \/ Registration<br>Application for Retention \/ Re-acquisition of Phil. Citizenship<br>Inclusion of Dependents under R.A. 9225<br>Recognition as Filipino Citizen<br>Affirmation of Recognition as Filipino Citizen<br>Cancellation of Alien Certificate of Registry (ACR)<br>Special Study Permit<br>Provisional Work Permit<br>Special Work Permit \u2013 Commercial<br>Special Work Permit \u2013 Artists &amp; Athletes<br>Joining Filipino Seaman<br>Signing Off Filipino Seaman<br>Joining Foreign Seaman<br>Repatriating Foreign Seaman<br>Filipino Supernumerary<br>Foreign Supernumerary<br>Penalty on Late Filing \/ Non-Filing of Foreign Seafarer\u2019s Notice of Arrival (Joining Crew)<br>Administrative Fine Imposed on a Foreign Crew Member if Not Properly Documented<br>Penalty for Late Filing \/ Non-Filing of Notice of Departure<br>Waiver for Exclusion Ground<br>Downgrading of Visa<br>Transfer of Admission Status<br>Amendment \/ Correction of Admission<br>Re-Stamping of Visa RA 7919<br>Re-Stamping of Visa<br>Failed to Stamp \u2013 Encoded<br>Failed to Stamp \u2013 Not Encoded<br>Interim Extension (Grace Period)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>please feel free to contact us:<br>English\/Tagalog Inquiries \uff1a<br>WeChat : dpylanayon<br>WhatsApp :+63 939 526 6731<br>Telegram :@Diadem_Pearl<br>EMAIL: 998visa@gmail.com<br>VIBER:+63 939 526 6731 \/ +63 9176523432<br>PHONE:<br>+639176523432<br>+639177037769<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u4e2d\u6587\u54a8\u8be2\uff1a<br>\u5fae\u4fe1 : BGC998 \uff08\u4e2d\u6587\uff09<br>WhatsApp :+63-912-0912-222 \uff08\u4e2d\u6587\uff09<br>\u7535\u8bdd\uff1a :+63-912-0912-222\uff08\u4e2d\u6587\uff09<br>\u7535\u62a5\/\u5c0f\u98de\u673a:@WOW888 \uff08\u4e2d\u6587\uff09<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Philippines is a favored destination for retirees a [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_coblocks_attr":"","_coblocks_dimensions":"","_coblocks_responsive_height":"","_coblocks_accordion_ie_support":"","_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":"","jetpack_publicize_message":"","jetpack_publicize_feature_enabled":true,"jetpack_social_post_already_shared":false,"jetpack_social_options":{"image_generator_settings":{"template":"highway","default_image_id":0,"font":"","enabled":false},"version":2}},"categories":[4],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-20273","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"jetpack_publicize_connections":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/makativisa.com\/blog\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/20273","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/makativisa.com\/blog\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/makativisa.com\/blog\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/makativisa.com\/blog\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/makativisa.com\/blog\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=20273"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/makativisa.com\/blog\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/20273\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/makativisa.com\/blog\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=20273"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/makativisa.com\/blog\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=20273"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/makativisa.com\/blog\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=20273"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}