💼 Investor VisaPhilippines

Complete guide to investment visas in the Philippines: SIRV, 47A2, and other options for entrepreneurs and investors.

📋 Types of Investor Visas

SIRV - Special Investor's Resident Visa

Special residence visa for foreign investors who invest at least $75,000 USD in a Philippine company.

Permanent residence with multiple entries
Right to work in the company
Family inclusion
Minimum investment: $75,000 USD

47A2 Visa - Investor

Temporary visa for investors who wish to explore investment opportunities in the Philippines.

Duration: 1 year renewable
Multiple entries
Conversion to SIRV possible
Proof of funds required

🏆 SIRV - Special Investor's Resident Visa

Eligibility Requirements

Minimum Investment

$75,000 USD in a Philippine company

Type of Business

Domestic corporation or partnership

Local Employment

Minimum 10 Filipino employees

Allowed Sectors

Sectors open to foreign investment

SIRV Benefits

Permanent Residence

Permanent resident status in the Philippines

Multiple Entries

Free travel without restrictions

Right to Work

Work authorized in the invested company

Family Included

Spouse and minor children eligible

📄 Required Documents

Personal Documents

Passport

Original + copies, valid for at least 6 months

Birth Certificate

Apostilled and translated into English

Police Clearance

From country of origin, apostilled

Medical Certificate

Complete medical examination

ID Photos

2x2 inch format (6 copies)

Investment Documents

Certificate of Incorporation

From the Philippine company

Proof of Investment

Fund transfer of minimum $75,000 USD

Business Plan

Detailed with financial projections

Employee List

Minimum 10 Filipino employees

Financial Statements

Audited company statements

🔄 Application Process

1

Investment

Make the minimum investment of $75,000 USD in a Philippine company.

2

Preparation

Gather all required documents and have them apostilled.

3

BI Submission

Submit your application to the Bureau of Immigration with all documents.

4

Approval

Receive your SIRV and resident ID card.

💰 Costs and Fees

SIRV Fees

Minimum Investment$75,000 USD
Processing Fee$1,500 USD
ACR-I Card3,000 PHP
Legal Fees (lawyer)50,000-100,000 PHP
Other Administrative Fees20,000-30,000 PHP
Total (excluding investment)~$1,600-1,700 USD

🏭 Allowed Investment Sectors

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Manufacturing

Industrial production, assembly, raw material processing.

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Technology

IT, software, telecommunications, digital services.

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Tourism

Hotels, restaurants, travel agencies, leisure centers.

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Export

Export-oriented businesses, international trade.

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Agro-industry

Agriculture, aquaculture, food processing.

Energy

Renewable energy, energy distribution.

💡 Practical Tips

⚠️ Points of Attention

Restricted Sectors

Check the Foreign Investment Negative List

Investment Maintenance

The investment must be maintained

Mandatory Local Employment

Minimum 10 Filipino employees required

Complex Process

Legal assistance strongly recommended

✅ Recommendations

Market Research

Analyze the market before investing

Local Partners

Work with reliable Filipino partners

Legal Counsel

Hire a lawyer specialized in business law

Tax Planning

Optimize your tax structure

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