The tropical climate and booming economy of the Philippines have made the country a popular destination for expatriates and companies in the process of expanding globally. But like any other country, the...
Read MoreThe tropical climate and booming economy of the Philippines have made the country a popular destination for expatriates and companies in the process of expanding globally. But like any other country, the Philippines has specific laws regarding visas for foreign nationals who wish to live and work within its borders.
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The tropical climate and booming economy of the Philippines have made the country a popular destination for expatriates and companies in the process of expanding globally. But like any other country, the Philippines has specific laws regarding visas for foreign nationals who wish to live and work within its borders.
There are several types of visas available to foreign nationals seeking entry into the Philippines. Visas and permits for individuals coming to the Philippines for business or employment purposes include:
This guide will focus on the 9(g) visa, as this is the most common type of visa that is issued to foreign nationals coming to the Philippines for gainful employment. To apply for this visa, employees will first need to obtain an Alien Employment Permit.
To obtain an Alien Employment Permit, employees will need to provide the following documents:
Applicants who are applying for a reissued permit will need to provide a copy of their current AEP in addition to these documents.
Employees must have an AEP to apply for a 9(g) work visa. They must also secure a job with a company based in the Philippines before applying. The following documents are needed to apply:
The process of obtaining a Philippines work visa begins with an application for an AEP from the Department of Labor and Employment. This application can be filed by the employer in the Philippines or the prospective employee.
The application for a 9(g) work visa must be sponsored by the employer and can be filed through the Bureau of Immigration.
It can take two to three months to complete the process of obtaining a 9(g) work visa, including two to three weeks for the AEP alone. Employees should plan to apply well in advance of their trip to the Philippines.
There are a few considerations foreign nationals and their employees should keep in mind about work visas in the Philippines:
Globalization Partners’ Service Provider Model enables you to obtain requisite services and complete projects in the Philippines with the support and assistance of designated Professionals without having to establish a legal presence in-country or be burdened with legal, HR, payroll, tax, and compliance matters in connection with hiring employees.
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