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Philippines's Economic Residency

Economic Residency in the Philippines (also known as the Special Investor's Resident Visa or SIRV) offers indefinite residence to qualified investors who make substantial economic contributions to the Philippines through approved investment options.

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Discover Economic Residency in the Philippines

The Special Investor's Resident Visa (SIRV) in the Philippines provides a pathway to indefinite residence for investors looking to base their business and investment activities in the country. This program is designed to attract foreign capital to contribute to the Philippines' economic growth and development.

Filipinas
Mobility Asset Index Score
55.10%
Tipo de activo de movilidad
Residencia económica
Official Name
Special Investor's Resident Visa (SIRV)
Launched in:
2016
Online Submission:
Residency Privileges
(in months)
48
Adjudication Time
(in months)
9
Minimum Stay Requirement
(in days)
183
In-Country Presence Requirement
(in months)
3

Visión general

A Snapshot of Economic Residency in the Philippines

A route to indefinite residence for qualified investors in the Philippines

Requisitos

Substantial investment in approved sectors

Restricciones de anclaje

Meses para la ciudadanía

Duración del visado

Indefinite, as long as the investment is maintained

Meses para el visado

6-12 months

Requisito de presencia física

None specified, but annual reporting is required

Disponibilidad

Medio

Subsidio familiar

Cónyuge e hijos

Visión general

How to Apply for the Special Investor's Resident Visa in the Philippines

Submit application to the Bureau of Immigration upon endorsement by the Board of Investments

Visión general

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Guía paso a paso

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Preparación de documentos

Le ayudaremos a reunir y organizar los documentos que necesita para presentar su solicitud.

Presentación de solicitudes

Una vez que sus documentos estén listos, le indicaremos dónde y cómo presentar su solicitud a las autoridades pertinentes.

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FAQ's

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benefits

Benefits of Economic Residency in the Philippines

Economic Residency in the Philippines (the Special Investor's Resident Visa) offers numerous advantages for investors looking to establish their presence in this rapidly growing Southeast Asian economy.

  • Indefinite residence for you and your immediate family
  • Multiple entry privileges
  • Exemption from Exit Clearance and Re-Entry Permit requirements
  • Ability to live and invest anywhere in the Philippines
  • Access to a growing economy with diverse investment opportunities

Affordable investment threshold

Beautiful tropical environment

English widely spoken

Fast Processing Time

No Physical Presence or In-Country Visit Requirements

Online Submission Allowed

Países sin visado

62

Passport Validity

10 years, 5 years for children

Visión general

Why the Philippines

The Philippines offers a growing economy, diverse investment opportunities, and an attractive lifestyle for investors and entrepreneurs.

Ventajas:

  • Rapidly growing economy in Southeast Asia
  • Strategic location for business in the Asia-Pacific region
  • English-speaking workforce

Ventajas:

  • Low cost of living
  • Beautiful tropical environment
  • Friendly and hospitable culture

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FAQ's

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REQUIREMENTS

Requirements for Philippines - Economic Residency

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Direct Ancestral Connection

Not applicable

Documentation

Proof of investment: supporting documents of the investment made in any of the eligible investment types

Unbroken Chain of Citizenship

Not applicable

Legal Compliance

Not applicable

REQUIREMENTS

Requirements for the Philippines' Special Investor's Resident Visa

To qualify for the SIRV, applicants must meet specific criteria demonstrating their investment capacity.

  • Be at least 21 years of age
  • Invest a minimum of US$75,000 in eligible investments
  • Have no conviction of a crime involving moral turpitude
  • Not be afflicted with any dangerous or contagious disease
  • Not have been institutionalized for any mental disorder or disability
  • Maintain the required investment throughout the visa period

PROCESS

Economic Residency Process

#1

Initial Assessment

• Verify investment capacity

• Review investment options

• Complete preliminary eligibility check

#2

Investment Selection

• Choose qualifying investment type

• Perform due diligence on investment options

• Engage legal/financial advisors

#3

Application Preparation

• Gather source of funds documentation

• Prepare investment documentation

• Complete background verification

• Obtain required certifications

#4

Investment Execution

• Make qualifying investment

• Obtain investment verification

• Complete any required registrations

#5

Submission & Approval

• Submit residency application

• Complete biometrics (if required)

• Receive residency card/approval

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PROCESS

Timeline for Philippines - Economic Residency

DOCUMENTS

Documents Needed for Philippines - Economic Residency

Important Notes
• All documents must be original or certified copies
• Non-English documents require certified translations
• Documents must be apostilled where applicable
Personal Identification Documents
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Passport

Documentos del Registro Civil
Birth, marriage, and death certificates from applicant and ancestors

Marriage certificate and birth certificates of dependents (if applicable)

Proof of Residence Documents
Evidence of current residence status

Proof of current address (utility bill, lease agreement, etc.) may be required

Criminal Clearance Documents
Background check documentation

Not applicable

Financial Documents
Proof of payment and financial requirements

Proof of Investment: Bank statements or other documents verifying the investment+Property purchase agreement or business investment documents+Proof of Funds: Documentation demonstrating the source of the investment funds (e.g., tax returns, bank statements).

DOCUMENTS

Costs Associated with Philippines - Economic Residency

Pre-Application Costs
Essential document preparation and verification costs

Birth certificates from government archives; Marriage certificates for family dependencies; Police clearance records from current and past residences

Certified translations into official language(s); Apostille certification; Government-issued document legalization

Diploma and transcript verification; Professional certification authentication; Credential evaluation services

Government Application Fees
Official fees charged by government authorities

Initial application submission fee; Processing and handling charges; Administrative review fees

$300

Fingerprint collection fee; Digital photograph requirements; Biometric data processing

Required medical examinations; Vaccination verification; Health certificate processing

Post-Submission Costs
Costs after submitting your application

Document verification fees; Background check processing; Application status updates

Consulate visit expenses; Interview travel costs; Temporary accommodation (if required)

Language proficiency testing; Skills assessment fees; Additional document requests

Professional Services
Optional external support services

Immigration lawyer consultation; Document review services; Legal representation fees

Tax planning consultation; Asset transfer advisory; Investment planning services

Relocation services; Property search assistance; Settlement support services

Post-Acceptance Costs
Costs after approval

Residency card processing; Passport issuance fees; Registration certificates

Oath ceremony fees; Registration charges; Local authority fees

Renewal fees; Status maintenance costs; Annual reporting fees

Rankings

GlobalPassport™ Mobility Asset Index

21

Clasificación general

Coste

Based on application fee

Requisitos de residencia

Based on residency requirements

Duración de los privilegios de residencia

Based on programs’s term

Processing Speed

Based on estimated processing time

Requisitos

Based on entry requirements

Estabilidad del programa

Based on years of activity

Time to Permanent Residency

Based on permanent residency timeline

Rankings

Global Rankings/ Comparisions

Safety

Filipinas

104

Coste de la vida

Filipinas

88

Quality of Life

Filipinas

37

Healthcare Quality

Filipinas

137

Internet Speed

Filipinas

49

Human Freedom

Filipinas

103

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