Complete guide to the PEZA visa for employees and families working in the special economic zones of the Philippines.
The PEZA (Philippine Economic Zone Authority) visa is a special visa for foreign employees and their families working in special economic zones (ecozones) of the Philippines, benefiting from tax advantages and simplified procedures.
Philippine Economic Zone Authority
Special incentives
Reserved for employees of companies registered in PEZA zones.
Focus: Industrial production
Focus: Technology and innovation
Focus: Services and commerce
Focus: Agriculture and food
Focus: Tourism and leisure
Focus: Health and medical
Contract with PEZA company
Relevant degree and experience
Clean criminal record
Spouse and children included
According to employment contract
• Executives and managers
• Engineers and technicians
• IT specialists
• Qualified personnel
• Expert consultants
PEZA-registered company
Operations in PEZA zone
Respect of PEZA regulations
Minimum capital required
Export objectives
• Exporters
• Manufacturers
• Service providers
• IT-BPO centers
• Logistics companies
Advantage: Free visa thanks to PEZA status
Timeline: 2-4 weeks with PEZA recommendation.
Specialty: IT-BPO, Finance
Specialty: Manufacturing, Auto
Specialty: Electronics, IT
Specialty: BPO, Tourism
Specialty: Aviation, Logistics
Specialty: Maritime, Logistics
The PEZA visa is generally valid for the duration of the employment contract, with possible renewals. It can be granted for an initial period of 1 to 2 years.
No, the PEZA visa is specifically linked to your employment within a company registered in a PEZA zone. Working elsewhere would require a different type of visa or permit.
The PEZA visa is a non-immigrant visa and does not lead directly to permanent residence. However, a long period of work and residence in the Philippines can open pathways to other types of residence visas.
Children can study with a dependent visa. However, spouses or children wishing to work will need to obtain their own work permit and/or work visa.
Losing your job results in cancellation of your PEZA visa. You will have a period to regularize your situation, find another eligible employment, or leave the country.
Contact us for personalized advice on working in PEZA economic zones.