The Philippines is a top South-East Asian destination for digital nomads: English-speaking, affordable, and home to beautiful beaches alongside vibrant cities like Manila and Cebu. The Special Resident Retiree's Visa (SRRV) and extended tourist visa options give nomads multiple paths to a legal long-term stay.
We identify the best Philippines stay option based on your nationality, age, and intended duration.
We prepare the required documents for your SRRV or long-term stay application.
We submit your application to the Philippine Retirement Authority or relevant immigration body.
Visa or permit in hand, with banking and company setup completed in parallel.
The Philippines does not yet have a standalone digital nomad visa. Most nomads use the tourist visa (30 days on entry, extendable to 36 months via the Bureau of Immigration). For long-term stays, the SRRV (Special Resident Retiree's Visa) is available to those aged 35+ with a qualifying deposit. A dedicated digital nomad visa is under discussion.
The Special Resident Retiree's Visa (SRRV) is a long-term residency option for foreign nationals aged 35 and above. It requires a qualifying deposit of $10,000 to $50,000 USD (depending on age and category) held in a Philippines bank. It grants indefinite stay, multiple-entry privileges, and the right to work in the Philippines.
Internet quality in the Philippines has improved significantly. Metro Manila and Cebu have fibre broadband available in most business areas and modern apartment complexes. Coworking spaces in BGC, Makati, and Cebu IT Park offer reliable high-speed internet. Mobile 4G is widely available though speeds vary. Always use coworking or fibre broadband for video calls.
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