Special Resident Retiree's Visa · Philippines
The Philippines has a visa built for people who want a second home.
The SRRV grants permanent residency to foreign nationals who want to make the Philippines their base — with full independence, no investment ties, no renewal queues, and unlimited re-entry. Since September 2025, it's open to applicants from age 40.
What is the SRRV
A lifetime residency. Not another extension.
The SRRV is issued by the Philippine Retirement Authority — a government body created specifically for foreign nationals making the Philippines their permanent home.
🇵🇭 Republic of the Philippines
Special Resident Retiree's Visa
Issued by the Philippine Retirement Authority
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- Re-Entry
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The SRRV is not a tourist visa. It is permanent residency — giving you the legal right to live in the Philippines indefinitely, without extension queues, without countdown timers, without immigration uncertainty.
Once approved, your status is secure. Leave for months and return without a re-entry permit. You are not a tourist passing through. You are a resident.
The visa is administered by the Philippine Retirement Authority — a dedicated government body that exists solely to support foreign retirees. Your application is handled by specialists, not a general immigration desk.
It is the most structured, most recognized, and most respected long-term pathway for retirees settling in the Philippines.
Who Qualifies
Not just retirees. Anyone 40+ who's ready.
The SRRV is for anyone who wants to make the Philippines their permanent second home — with full independence, no visa uncertainty, and no strings attached to an investment.
Anyone 50 & Above
Whether you're retired, semi-retired, or simply done with the Western cost of living — if you're 50 or older and want the Philippines as your permanent base, this is your most accessible entry point.
Ages 40–49 (Since Sep 2025)
The PRA's 2025 expansion now includes applicants from age 40. If you receive any qualifying lifetime benefit — including disability payments or a government pension — your required deposit is significantly lower.
Couples & Families
Married couples where one or both partners qualify. A spouse and unmarried children under 21 can be included as dependents — one application, one approval, the entire family settled under a single residency status.
Not sure which category applies to you? That's exactly what the eligibility check below is for. Different categories carry different age, pension, and deposit requirements. Fill out the short form and GRP will point you in the right direction — at no cost, with no obligation.
Why the SRRV
What it actually gives you.
Beyond legal residency, the SRRV comes with privileges that make a real, measurable difference in your daily life.
No More Visa Runs or Extension Queues
Permanent residency means the 30-day and 59-day countdowns are gone for good. Live in the Philippines without ever standing in an immigration extension line again.
Unlimited Re-Entry, No Permit Required
Travel freely. Leave for weeks or months and return without applying for a re-entry permit. The Philippines remains your home no matter how long you're away.
Exemption from Most Immigration Requirements
SRRV holders are exempt from the ACR I-Card, Annual Report, Re-entry Permits, Exit Clearances, and Visa Extensions — obligations that non-SRRV foreign residents deal with year after year.
Duty-Free Import of Household Goods
Bring your household goods and personal belongings into the Philippines duty-free — a meaningful financial advantage when making a permanent move from abroad.
Dependents Included
Your spouse and unmarried children under 21 can be included as dependents in your application — one process, one approval, the entire family settled under a single residency status.
One Government Office. One Point of Contact.
The Philippine Retirement Authority handles your residency exclusively. Unlike other visa types that route through multiple agencies, the SRRV keeps everything under one dedicated government body built specifically for retirees.
SRRV Categories
There are multiple pathways in.
As of September 1, 2025, the PRA expanded the SRRV program to include applicants from age 40. The SRRV is not an investment visa — your deposit is not tied to any property or business. It is designed for people who want to make the Philippines their second home with full independence. There are two major categories (Classic and Courtesy), each with two sub-categories based on whether or not you receive a qualifying pension.
Classic
Classic
Age 40–49 · US$50,000 | Age 50+ · US$30,000
Deposit (Age 40–49)
US$50,000
Deposit (Age 50+)
US$30,000
Pension
Not required
Best For
Anyone 40 and above who wants to make the Philippines their permanent second home and does not receive a qualifying pension
Classic · With Pension
Classic with Pension
Age 40–49 · US$25,000 | Age 50+ · US$15,000
Deposit (Age 40–49)
US$25,000
Deposit (Age 50+)
US$15,000
Pension
Required — government, employer, disability check, or any qualifying lifetime benefit
Best For
Anyone receiving a lifetime benefit — including disability payments — who wants permanent residency at a lower deposit threshold
Courtesy · Foreigners
Courtesy (Foreigners)
Age 40–49 · US$3,000–6,000 | Age 50+ · US$1,500
Deposit (Age 40–49)
US$3,000 with pension · US$6,000 without pension
Deposit (Age 50+)
US$1,500
Who Qualifies
Former military personnel, diplomats, or officers of international organizations
Best For
Qualifying individuals who have served in official capacities and are eligible for this significantly reduced deposit category
Courtesy · Former Filipino
Courtesy (Former Filipino)
Age 40–49 · US$3,000 | Age 50+ · US$1,500
Deposit (Age 40–49)
US$3,000
Deposit (Age 50+)
US$1,500
Who Qualifies
Former Filipino citizens who have acquired foreign citizenship
Best For
Filipino-born individuals who have naturalized abroad and wish to return and settle in the Philippines permanently
Note on deposits: The amounts shown are time deposits held in your name at a PRA-accredited bank — not fees paid to the government or to GRP. Your funds remain yours. Government processing fees, medical clearance, and other documentary requirements are separate. GRP will walk you through the complete breakdown during your free eligibility review.
The GRP Method
A system built to take the weight off you.
Most SRRV applications stall because of incomplete documents, wrong sequencing, or simply not knowing what comes next. GRP's three-phase framework removes that uncertainty — before it becomes a problem.
Phase One
Arrive Ready, Not Guessing
Most SRRV delays are caused by documents that are incomplete, incorrectly formatted, or simply not in the right country at the right time. Before you board a plane, GRP maps your exact category, identifies every requirement, and ensures your file is clean and submission-ready — so you land with confidence, not paperwork chaos.
Phase Two
On the Ground, Every Step Covered
The weeks after arrival involve more moving parts than most applicants expect — appointments, submissions, in-person requirements, and precise sequencing. GRP coordinates everything on your behalf from the moment you land: the right appointments, in the right order, at the right time. You show up. We handle the rest.
Phase Three
From Submission to Approved
The final phase is where most applicants lose momentum — sitting in uncertainty, not knowing the status of their own file. GRP maintains active liaison with the Philippine Retirement Authority through to full approval, keeping you informed at every step until your SRRV is issued and in your hands.
This is not a document-drop service. GRP actively manages your application from the first assessment to the moment your visa is approved — and you'll know exactly where things stand at every phase.
Free Eligibility Check
Find out if you qualify — today.
Fill out the short form below. GRP will review your background, identify your likely SRRV category, and send you a personalised overview — along with an invitation for a free call to discuss next steps.
SRRV Eligibility Check
About 3 minutes. No payment required. No obligation.