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Rank #126
Philippines

Philippines

LocationSouth-Eastern Asia • UTC+8 • Asia/Manila
Monthly Cost
$758
-65% vs USA
Internet
90 Mbps
Mobile Avg

9(g) Pre-arranged Employment Visa

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For foreign nationals who have secured employment in the Philippines. Requires a valid employment contract and sponsorship by a Philippine-based employer.

Min. Income

N/A

Per Applicant

Min. Income

Processing

1–2 Months

Average Time

Processing

Validity

1 Year

Initial / Renewable

Validity

Citizenship

10 Years

Years to Apply

Citizenship
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Eligibility & Required Docs

Eligibility Requirements

  • CheckmarkValid employment contract
  • CheckmarkSponsorship by a Philippine-based employer
  • CheckmarkRelevant qualifications and experience

Required Documents

  • CheckmarkValid passport
  • CheckmarkEmployment contract
  • CheckmarkAlien Employment Permit (AEP)
  • CheckmarkVisa application form
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Residency Rules

Taxation

Foreign employees are taxed on income earned in the Philippines.

Physical Presence

Must maintain employment with the sponsoring company to retain visa status.

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Advantages

  • Opportunity to work in the Philippines
  • Pathway to long-term residency
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Disadvantages

  • Requires employer sponsorship
  • Limited to employment with sponsoring company

Compare with

VietnamWork Permit
SingaporeEmployment Pass
MalaysiaEmployment Pass