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Filipino Special Resident Retiree's Visa (SRRV)

An indefinite-stay retirement residence route administered by the Philippine Retirement Authority, letting eligible retirees settle long-term in the Philippines.

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Age thresholds (e.g. 35/40/50), deposit amounts (e.g. US$10,000), pension requirements and the exemption values are from summaries and have recently changed; verify all figures against the current PRA SRRV rules.

Important information

Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Philippines government website before you apply.
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Official name
Special Resident Retiree's Visa (SRRV)
Route type
Special resident (retirement) visa
Administering body
Philippine Retirement Authority (PRA)
Stay
Indefinite, with multiple-entry privileges, while the deposit/investment subsists

Who it is for

  • Foreign nationals and former Filipino citizens who meet the programme's age threshold
  • Retirees able to place the required deposit and/or show the required pension
  • Applicants seeking long-term residence rather than employment

Requirements

  • Meet the minimum age for the chosen SRRV category
  • Place the required time deposit and/or demonstrate the required monthly pension
  • Valid passport, medical clearance and police/NBI clearance
  • Bank certification of the deposit and PRA application documents, properly authenticated

What you can do

  • Reside in the Philippines indefinitely with multiple-entry privileges
  • Benefit from certain tax and customs exemptions offered under the programme
  • Include qualifying dependants, subject to additional deposit requirements

Official sources

For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.

Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.

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