Complete guide to investment visas in the Philippines: SIRV, 47A2, and other options for entrepreneurs and investors.
Special residence visa for foreign investors who invest at least $75,000 USD in a Philippine company.
Temporary visa for investors who wish to explore investment opportunities in the Philippines.
$75,000 USD in a Philippine company
Domestic corporation or partnership
Minimum 10 Filipino employees
Sectors open to foreign investment
Permanent resident status in the Philippines
Free travel without restrictions
Work authorized in the invested company
Spouse and minor children eligible
Original + copies, valid for at least 6 months
Apostilled and translated into English
From country of origin, apostilled
Complete medical examination
2x2 inch format (6 copies)
From the Philippine company
Fund transfer of minimum $75,000 USD
Detailed with financial projections
Minimum 10 Filipino employees
Audited company statements
Make the minimum investment of $75,000 USD in a Philippine company.
Gather all required documents and have them apostilled.
Submit your application to the Bureau of Immigration with all documents.
Receive your SIRV and resident ID card.
Industrial production, assembly, raw material processing.
IT, software, telecommunications, digital services.
Hotels, restaurants, travel agencies, leisure centers.
Export-oriented businesses, international trade.
Agriculture, aquaculture, food processing.
Renewable energy, energy distribution.
Check the Foreign Investment Negative List
The investment must be maintained
Minimum 10 Filipino employees required
Legal assistance strongly recommended
Analyze the market before investing
Work with reliable Filipino partners
Hire a lawyer specialized in business law
Optimize your tax structure
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