This was probably the most concise and straightforward explanation of SRRV I've seen. Other channels seem confusing and they take twice as long to break things down.
Great info. I thought you had to have a military pension to get the Military SRRV. But it appears that you only need to have been in the military for 2 years and have a pension from any source. That's great news for me.
I'm from Pakistan and I did apply on a fresh passport Philippine visa and right now I got my Philippine Visa in just 6 days so I didn't get rejected applying for the Philippine Visa it was very easy the embassy just asked me is it your first time going Philippine or do you have family in Philippine I just told him I'm going for a tourism that's it and I got it
Yes not just US military BUT many applicants were in the US military so that's why there is this focus. Ideal for US military or ANY retired foreign member of the Armed Forces from countries with existing military ties and/or agreement with the Philippine Government. Qualified military veterans with guaranteed monthly income of $1,000+ (social security, military pension, private pension, etc.)
@TravelDiscovery101 there is no "But" qualifier to my answer. I stated other countries are also eligible. You said this was incorrect. Obviously you did some research and found I was correct. Accept you learnt something, don't try "correct" your error by adding info not in question.
@@ReadySetGo113 I never said you were wrong. Ofcourse, I would double check. I'm not hiding that and I posted a more complete and correct response to you. But again many many expats are US military taking advantage of the SRRV and that is where most of my audience is watching from.
HI I will apply for a SRRV visa soon and was hoping you could help me with some information 1 I understand it takes approximately 3 months from the applicati0on date to secure a retirement visa . I travel often, so would it be possible to either travel away from the Philippines during this processing period or halt the application process temporarily until I return to the country ? 2 I understand there is a $ 7000 tax exemption available for bringing personal possessions into the Philippines for the first time. Would this tax exemption extend to the importation of a motorbike??
My spouse visa works for me. My wife and I are in it for the long haul, and I do not have to tie up all that money, as we invested our cash in a house already.
If you are both applying then yes. You would each need to follow show the requirements. It would be an application for the wife and one for the husband if you are both non-Fipino.
Nice intro! Quick question regarding the investment - Can I invest to stocks instead of condos (I just don't want to put money on real estate)? 50k all purchase AAPL or AMZN? Or must be stocks of a #philippines company? Thanks
No. The money is really a deposit. They allow you to buy a condo with the money but nothing else. Unless something changes that's the latest that I know of. You get that deposit back if you give up your SRRV.
Hello, Im 73 an american citizen and don't have plan to become dual and I think this visa is right for me to make Philippines as my second residence. Do I need birth certificate to apply?
Thank you so much for this very informative video which you included some extra resources. Your video would be very helpful for my husband in processing his papers. Again thank you! Great video!
Thats OUTDATED information. You MUST be 50 years old for the SRRV visa. In the PAST the age requirement was lower. It has now changed to 50. No exceptions.
Hello! I'm from America but would like to move to the Philippines! I met a PHILIPINA about 4 years ago & would like to marry her.. I'm 58 y.o. & on SSDI & have a passport.. i am Extremely confused on how to go there & live there hassle free! Any help would be greatly appreciated! Is there an agency to help me through this process?? I only have about $3,000 saved... i am very discouraged on getting help to help me make this move! Thank you for ANY ADVICE!! GOD BLESS YOU!! PRAISE THE LORD!! AMEN!! 😘🙏❤️📖🙌🏻🕊
You have to enter on a tourist visa. You get it automatically on arrival. Then once you marry you can apply for a 13a marriage visa. For help once you arrive just go to any local bureau of immigration office. Help is free just pick up the application.
Hi I am over 50 I don’t have a bank account there but I do have a home in the philpines over 50 thousand dollars I am not getting a pension because I am not old enough to receive one , is it possible to still be able to get a srrv classic ?
No. You MUST be 50. You have to use a tourist visa then if under 50. You can stay up to 3 years in the country on a tourist visa. Then exit the country after 3 years. Then return if you wish and remain on the tourist visa for another 3 years. If you are married to a Filipina then you can apply for a 13a visa (marriage visa).
And 10000 bond,bank keeps until you die or leave ,a full medical,and police clearance cert.proof of income exceeds 800usa per month,or pension,over 50 years old
The advantage is you get permanent residency. And no need to extend. You can leave the Philippines and enter as you please. But yes it costs money and you have to be 50 years old.
This was probably the most concise and straightforward explanation of SRRV I've seen. Other channels seem confusing and they take twice as long to break things down.
I appreciate that so much!!!
Clear and concise, in Asia this is as good as Visa's get. A Welcoming country
Agreed this is as good as it gets!!
i really love it that you get to the point. I am tired of videos that talk a lot but do not get to point. Kudos to you.
I appreciate that!
Great info. I thought you had to have a military pension to get the Military SRRV. But it appears that you only need to have been in the military for 2 years and have a pension from any source. That's great news for me.
Exactly it does not have to be a military pension.
Yes however, i just found out if you have under honorable conditions they don't accept your 214 bummer
I just received mine this first of this month. I am going to make a video of my good bad and ugly of it.
Yeah definitely pros and cons. And this visa type is not for everyone. Thanks for watching.
I've done everything and now waiting to see the end results.
I'm from Pakistan and I did apply on a fresh passport Philippine visa and right now I got my Philippine Visa in just 6 days so I didn't get rejected applying for the Philippine Visa it was very easy the embassy just asked me is it your first time going Philippine or do you have family in Philippine I just told him I'm going for a tourism that's it and I got it
That's great. Yes, getting a tourist visa is a simpler process.
nice
Is not just USA military. there are a number of countries accepted. Eg. Australia
There is a category of the SRRV specifically for US military because of the relationship of the US and Philippines as allies.
Yes not just US military BUT many applicants were in the US military so that's why there is this focus. Ideal for US military or ANY retired foreign member of the Armed Forces from countries with existing military ties and/or agreement with the Philippine Government. Qualified military veterans with guaranteed monthly income of $1,000+ (social security, military pension, private pension, etc.)
@TravelDiscovery101 there is no "But" qualifier to my answer. I stated other countries are also eligible. You said this was incorrect.
Obviously you did some research and found I was correct.
Accept you learnt something, don't try "correct" your error by adding info not in question.
@@ReadySetGo113 I never said you were wrong. Ofcourse, I would double check. I'm not hiding that and I posted a more complete and correct response to you. But again many many expats are US military taking advantage of the SRRV and that is where most of my audience is watching from.
Thanks that was informative
Glad it was helpful!
HI I will apply for a SRRV visa soon and was hoping you could help me with some information
1 I understand it takes approximately 3 months from the applicati0on date to secure a retirement visa . I travel often, so would it be possible to either travel away from the Philippines during this processing period or halt the application process temporarily until I return to the country ?
2 I understand there is a $ 7000 tax exemption available for bringing personal possessions into the Philippines for the first time. Would this tax exemption extend to the importation of a motorbike??
I would contact Rose whose info is in the video description since she works directly with the PRA and can answer so very specific questions.
My spouse visa works for me. My wife and I are in it for the long haul, and I do not have to tie up all that money, as we invested our cash in a house already.
Yes if you are married to a Filipina go for the spousal visa. Cheaper option.
For married couples would these fees be doubled? Great video!
If you are both applying then yes. You would each need to follow show the requirements. It would be an application for the wife and one for the husband if you are both non-Fipino.
Nice intro! Quick question regarding the investment - Can I invest to stocks instead of condos (I just don't want to put money on real estate)? 50k all purchase AAPL or AMZN? Or must be stocks of a #philippines company? Thanks
No. The money is really a deposit. They allow you to buy a condo with the money but nothing else. Unless something changes that's the latest that I know of. You get that deposit back if you give up your SRRV.
Hello, Im 73 an american citizen and don't have plan to become dual and I think this visa is right for me to make Philippines as my second residence. Do I need birth certificate to apply?
Yes you do!
Thank you so much for this very informative video which you included some extra resources. Your video would be very helpful for my husband in processing his papers. Again thank you! Great video!
Glad it was helpful!
Is buying a condo mandatory? Can I just rent an apartment instead?
Your deposit can just sit there. You don't have to buy anything. But no it can not go towards renting an apartment.
Thank you
You're welcome. Hope you got some value from the video.
Thanks for the information
My pleasure
Where are the retirement friendly destinations where it's not like living in a sauna, sweating with high heat and humidity??
Check out this video then: ruclips.net/video/agr3zlBZKrY/видео.html
Is it allowed to use the 20000 USD after receiving the SSRV Visa without pension? Thank you very much for an answer.
Yes. Only to buy a condo. Or rent a house and lot. That's it.
@@DigitalNomadsExplore Thank you!
Hi I saw on other website that as early as 35 years old can apply?
Thats OUTDATED information. You MUST be 50 years old for the SRRV visa. In the PAST the age requirement was lower. It has now changed to 50. No exceptions.
you need a dd214 aposittle good luck getting that...
Oh well
Hello! I'm from America but would like to move to the Philippines! I met a PHILIPINA about 4 years ago & would like to marry her.. I'm 58 y.o. & on SSDI & have a passport.. i am Extremely confused on how to go there & live there hassle free! Any help would be greatly appreciated! Is there an agency to help me through this process??
I only have about $3,000 saved... i am very discouraged on getting help to help me make this move! Thank you for ANY ADVICE!!
GOD BLESS YOU!!
PRAISE THE LORD!! AMEN!!
😘🙏❤️📖🙌🏻🕊
You have to enter on a tourist visa. You get it automatically on arrival. Then once you marry you can apply for a 13a marriage visa. For help once you arrive just go to any local bureau of immigration office. Help is free just pick up the application.
Hi I am over 50 I don’t have a bank account there but I do have a home in the philpines over 50 thousand dollars I am not getting a pension because I am not old enough to receive one , is it possible to still be able to get a srrv classic ?
You can get an SRRV with $50,000 deposit and you don't need to show a pension.
I thought they had a retirement visa option for those 35 years old and above? With an income requirement?
No. That changed!!! It is now 50 years old minimum. Although, you may still see that on some old websites...it is outdated information.
@@DigitalNomadsExplore thanks for the reply, I saw it on the official SRRV government website so I was confused.
No problem. It has not been updated for some time now.
Is there any exemption for the age? I am 46 and would qualify for the military option of the srrv.
There is no exception. The PRA have strict requirements. 50 and above.
Are there any waivers I could apply for to the 50 year old minimum age?
No. They are pretty firm. You must be 50 to apply for the SRRV.
Is there an age requirement for the military SRRV?
Yes you must be 50 years old or older.
@@DigitalNomadsExplore darn 😡
To deposit 10000 dollars I n bank in beautiful Philippines can interest on deposit yearly how much pesos please ?
The exchange rate fluctuates. And banks offer different options so check with the bank directly.
Is Social Security considered a pension?
Yes!
I want permanent residence in PH without marriage. Want to work based on high skills
The SRRV allows you to work.
Does the military retirement visa, only apply to US Veterans?
Other countries are accepted too.
@@DigitalNomadsExplore Thank you...!!!
Canada military veteran?
Yes
Not just US
The 50.000$ visa staet from 35years old right?
No. That has been changed. You have to be 50 years old. Not all websites have updated this information.
@@DigitalNomadsExplore can we use SRRV if we are less than 50? I’m looking for visa options and will retire in my 40s
No. You MUST be 50. You have to use a tourist visa then if under 50. You can stay up to 3 years in the country on a tourist visa. Then exit the country after 3 years. Then return if you wish and remain on the tourist visa for another 3 years. If you are married to a Filipina then you can apply for a 13a visa (marriage visa).
@@DigitalNomadsExplore Ty! I am a married straight woman so not going to marry a Filipina anytime soon haha but thank you for the idea lol!
Do I need a birth certificate to apply for SRRV visa?
Yes!!
And 10000 bond,bank keeps until you die or leave ,a full medical,and police clearance cert.proof of income exceeds 800usa per month,or pension,over 50 years old
Sir SSRV visa papers are required in airport
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No. You can enter on a tourist visa which is given upon arrival for most countries.
I don't see any advantage of that visa, on top of that you have to have $10k immobilizer and pay $360 annually.
The advantage is you get permanent residency. And no need to extend. You can leave the Philippines and enter as you please. But yes it costs money and you have to be 50 years old.
No such thing as a free lunch,it's worth it
Can anyone tell me residency rqrmnts.can I stay outside the country for 6 months a year.ty.i.a
If you have an SRRV you can stay out as long as you want. You're a permanent resident once you get your SRRV.
@@DigitalNomadsExplore thank you.good news for a frozen UK pensioner in Thailand
@@thefatchap4675 You may know this already UK pension in Phillipines is not frozen🤗