Work Visa in the Philippines (9G)
For foreign nationals who want to work with a local company in the Philippines
The Pre-Arranged Employment Visa, also known as the 9G work visa, is the most common type of work visa for foreign nationals employed in the Philippines. It allows holders to legally work and stay in the country for the duration approved by the Bureau of Immigration, as per the employment contract.
This work visa is specific to the employer and job position. Therefore, if an employee moves to a new company, they need to submit a new visa application.
Key Features of
9G Work Visa in the Philippines offers several advantages to foreigners including the following:
- Multiple entry and exit privileges
- Valid for the duration of the employment contract (up to 1-3 years initially)
- Renewable for up to 3 years at a time
- Allows dependents (spouse and children under 21) to join the visa holder
Eligibility Criteria for Special Investor’s Resident Visa
- Must have a job offer from a Philippine-based employer
- Position should be executive, technical, managerial, or highly confidential
- Employer must prove no qualified Filipino is available for the position
Keep in mind that you will need an Alien Employment Permit (AEP) from the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) before you can apply for a 9G work visa.
While waiting for your AEP and 9G visa, your employer can apply for a Provisional Work Permit (PWP) from the Bureau of Immigration. This allows you to start working legally while your main visa is being processed.
Documents Required for Work Visa in the Philippines
The following are the key documents required to apply for a work visa in the Philippines:
- Joint letter request from employer and applicant addressed to the Commissioner
- CGAF for non-immigration visa (application form)
- Passport copy and latest admission details
- Employment contract and related corporate documents such as SEC Company Registration Certificate and Mayor’s permit
- Employer’s latest income tax return with proof of payment
- Alien Employment Permit (AEP) from DOLE
- Notarized certification of number of foreign and Filipino employees from the company
- Bureau of Immigration clearance certificate
- Valid medical certificate
For dependents, you will need to provide additional documents such as authenticated marriage and birth certificates.
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Liz Servañez serves as Branch Manager in the Philippines.
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