10/05/2026
SPECIAL RESIDENT RETIREE’S VISA (SRRV): FULL GUIDE FOR FOREIGN RETIREES IN THE PHILIPPINES
The Philippines offers a long-term retirement visa program known as the Special Resident Retiree’s Visa (SRRV), allowing eligible foreign nationals and former Filipinos to stay in the country indefinitely with multiple-entry and exit privileges.
The SRRV is issued by the Philippine Bureau of Immigration through the Philippine Retirement Authority and is designed to encourage retirees to live, invest, study, or work in the Philippines.
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SRRV CLASSIC
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The SRRV Classic allows retirees to use their visa deposit for approved investments in the Philippines.
✅ FOR 50 YEARS OLD & ABOVE
🔹 Pensioner
• USD 15,000 deposit
• Must show lifetime pension:
- USD 800/month (single)
- USD 1,000/month (with dependents)
🔹 Non-Pensioner
• USD 30,000 deposit
✅ FOR 40-49 YEARS OLD
🔹 Pensioner
• USD 25,000 deposit
🔹 Non-Pensioner
• USD 50,000 deposit
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SRRV COURTESY
FOREIGN NATIONALS
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For retired diplomats, former military officers, international organization officers, athletes, artists, business achievers, philanthropists, and other recognized individuals.
✅ 50 YEARS OLD & ABOVE
• USD 1,500 deposit
✅ 40-49 YEARS OLD
🔹 Pensioner
• USD 3,000 deposit
🔹 Non-Pensioner
• USD 6,000 deposit
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SRRV COURTESY
FORMER FILIPINOS
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For former Filipinos who became naturalized citizens of another country and have NOT reacquired Philippine citizenship.
✅ 50 YEARS OLD & ABOVE
• USD 1,500 deposit
✅ 40-49 YEARS OLD
• USD 3,000 deposit
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WHO CAN APPLY?
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✅ Principal Applicant
• 40 years old and above
✅ Dependents Allowed
• Legally married spouse
• Unmarried children below 21 years old
• Legitimate or legally adopted children
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BASIC REQUIREMENTS
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📌 Original Passport with valid tourist visa
📌 PRA Application Form
📌 Medical Certificate
(issued within 6 months)
📌 Police Clearance
(from country of residence/origin)
📌 Bureau of Immigration Clearance Certificate (BICC)
📌 NBI Clearance
(required if staying in PH over 90 days)
📌 Eight (8) 2x2 photos with white background
📌 PRA Processing Fee
• USD 1,500
📌 Bank Certificate / Proof of Inward Remittance
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PRA-ACCREDITED BANKS
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Government Bank
• Development Bank of the Philippines (DBP)
Private Banks
• Philippine National Bank (PNB)
• Banco de Oro (selected branches)
• KEB Hana Bank
• UnionBank
• Bank of Commerce
• Shinhan Bank
📌 For private banks:
Applicants must first request a PRA Letter of Introduction (LOI).
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DEPENDENT FEES
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📌 Additional USD 15,000 deposit required for each dependent beyond two
(except Former Filipinos)
📌 Application Fee
• USD 300 per dependent
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PRA ANNUAL FEES
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🔹 SRRV Classic
• USD 360/year
(Principal + 2 dependents)
🔹 SRRV Courtesy – Foreign Nationals
• USD 100/year
🔹 SRRV Courtesy – Former Filipinos
• USD 50/year
📌 Additional dependent beyond two:
• USD 100/year (Classic)
• USD 10/year (Courtesy)
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SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
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✅ Pensioners
Must provide proof of lifetime pension.
✅ Former Filipinos
Must provide:
• Old Philippine Passport OR
• PSA Birth Certificate
✅ Retired Military / Diplomats
Must provide proof of qualification.
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IMPORTANT REMINDERS
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⚠️ All foreign-issued documents must:
• Be translated into English (if needed)
• Be Apostilled or authenticated by the Philippine Embassy/Consulate
⚠️ Tourist visa must remain valid during SRRV processing.
⚠️ Spouse and children may be added later even after SRRV approval.
Source:
Philippine Retirement Authority (PRA)
For informational purposes only. Rules and fees may change depending on PRA policies.
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⚠️ Disclaimer
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This post is for informational and educational purposes only. Immigration laws, visa fees, and documentary requirements may change without prior notice. Applicants should consult the Philippine Retirement Authority, the Bureau of Immigration, or qualified legal professionals for official guidance specific to their case.
