@Rainrider9
American looking for information about Philippines
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Registration: 17 July 2015
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SRRV or Tourist Visa... that is the question! by tpiro
This is probably an old question but I couldn't find much on it. SRRV or Tourist Visa... that is the question. Wondering how many out there in Philippine land is still on a tourist visa and how long have you been there?.. From what I have ...
You’re welcome. She was very professional and helpful obtaining the srrv for me. Greatly appreciated. Read More
SRRV or Tourist Visa... that is the question! by tpiro
This is probably an old question but I couldn't find much on it. SRRV or Tourist Visa... that is the question. Wondering how many out there in Philippine land is still on a tourist visa and how long have you been there?.. From what I have ...
To all, the military extended srrv was the option that i chose in 2016. Much less required deposit, $1500 with BDO branch in makati. Plus the normal application fees. I used one of the local marketers named Maria. Very helpful and did not cost ... Read More
13a visa vs. SRRV visa which is better? by jeffdavfla
I am married to a Phillipina in the USA before coming to the Philippines, I applied and recieved a 13a Permanent visa. I have live here in the Philippines (Davao City) 6 months now and found out about the SRRV visa and not sure if it is worth ...
Coach evidently when the marriage breaks up the visa is cancelled. The basis of the 13a is a marriage. Check with any attorney in the philippines. You will find out the truth. Read More
13a visa vs. SRRV visa which is better? by jeffdavfla
I am married to a Phillipina in the USA before coming to the Philippines, I applied and recieved a 13a Permanent visa. I have live here in the Philippines (Davao City) 6 months now and found out about the SRRV visa and not sure if it is worth ...
Yes, so happy that you have a good stable marriage. It is a wonderful thing. Congratulations. Read More
13a visa vs. SRRV visa which is better? by jeffdavfla
I am married to a Phillipina in the USA before coming to the Philippines, I applied and recieved a 13a Permanent visa. I have live here in the Philippines (Davao City) 6 months now and found out about the SRRV visa and not sure if it is worth ...
Coach53, i have read about that prior. Man had a 13a visa lost everything, house he built, marriage the whole shebang. Went home penniless. Never would want to be in that position nor would want anyone else to either. There is an extended visa ... Read More
13a visa vs. SRRV visa which is better? by jeffdavfla
I am married to a Phillipina in the USA before coming to the Philippines, I applied and recieved a 13a Permanent visa. I have live here in the Philippines (Davao City) 6 months now and found out about the SRRV visa and not sure if it is worth ...
Dear Oakie, yes i have the extended srrv as well. The annual fee is 500 php. The main differences of the srrv is it is your visa not someone elses. God forbid if you have a 13a visa and your marriage ends you will lose the visa and have to leave ... Read More
SRRV Holders and the steps to return.... by Calif-Native
As most of us SRRV holders have been waiting on clear updates, the path to return is laid out... when you can find it. A Feb 13, 2021 email from PRA states the following: "Dear Retiree-members, Mabuhay! We would like to remind all SRRV ...
Dear James thanks for this info and all who are contributing on this difficult and confusing issue. I have read all the above, sent emails to pra, without a reply. My wife was able to go to the office in Makati to at least to renew my SRRV for a ... Read More
SRRV Holders and the steps to return.... by Calif-Native
As most of us SRRV holders have been waiting on clear updates, the path to return is laid out... when you can find it. A Feb 13, 2021 email from PRA states the following: "Dear Retiree-members, Mabuhay! We would like to remind all SRRV ...
Thanks for the info. I have had a very hard time trying to find out about the exemption papers that are needed for srrv holders. I sent an email to the local consulate in houston texas, called them and not had much help at all. Frustrating. I ... Read More
SRRV holders required PRA registry update. by TeeJay4103
Current SRRV holders should have received this notice via email today. You have until October 29th to complete and return the form. From the PRA: Notice to All SRRV Holders (from PRA MANAGEMENT): "The Philippine Retirement Authority (PRA) is ...
TeeJay. I clicked on the link but only received page not found notice. I wish PRA would have sent me some info on this. Suggestions on how to access the new registration requirements? rainrider9 Read More
Filipina traveling to Costa Rica or Panama by LovingPI
Hi, I am an American citizen living in California. I met this Filipina woman online in 2019 and after chatting online for six months, I traveled to Manila In Nov 2019 to meet her. We have established great chemistry and I am going to try to get her ...
Dear loving pi, in order to have her travel to Panama from the Philippines she will have to have a physical done by a certified dr; the That is chosen by the Panama consulate. There is one in Manila. I can’t speak toCosta Rica. My wife ... Read More
help me with Srrvisa application by lihu1130
hi, I will go to the pra in philippines Manila for my srrvisa application this week, the process will keep 20 work days or above, but I must go back home in China as fast as I can.so who can help me to accelerate the pra's process? I will pay ...
Hire one of the helpers that do this as a business. They can guide you through the entire process. There is no cost to you since the PRA pays their fee. Call PRA and get the list of approved people to help you through the process. Read More
phillhealth insurance for an ex pat by Sunset 84
Magandan umaga, can someone tell me the price of phillhealth insurance ? I have had to see a doctor in Pagadian andn was just 100 and 200 pesos, so very reasonable compared to NZ, 1 to 35 re nzd, main ins would be vehicle accident, or activity ...
Just my 2 cents worth. I am a resident from USA. I have an SSRV visa which is a permanent retirement visa. I have opted to carry Philhealth for myself and family. The cost is minimal, 3750 pesos per quarter, 15000 per year. It will also cover ... Read More
SRRV visa deposit by Jmnemer1
Hello everyone, I am in the process of moving to Philippines. I am applying for SRRV visa. I am 62 retired (disabled)..my question is do I bring a certified check with me for $ 10,000 ? I would like to have Visa approved while I'm here. I ...
Sorry to hear that. I still would send a letter to PRA main o ffice in Manila and complain. It may be hard without a receipt though. rainrider9 Read More
SRRV visa deposit by Jmnemer1
Hello everyone, I am in the process of moving to Philippines. I am applying for SRRV visa. I am 62 retired (disabled)..my question is do I bring a certified check with me for $ 10,000 ? I would like to have Visa approved while I'm here. I ...
How were you forced to pay the recruiter an additional 15000 Php? If that was the case I would go to the PRA office and report this. They would then likely lose the endorsement from PRA. It would seem stupid for them to jeopardize the ... Read More
SRRV visa deposit by Jmnemer1
Hello everyone, I am in the process of moving to Philippines. I am applying for SRRV visa. I am 62 retired (disabled)..my question is do I bring a certified check with me for $ 10,000 ? I would like to have Visa approved while I'm here. I ...
Just a thought from my experience with getting my service. I did not have a return destination nor a throw away ticket. I did extend my visa one time. I did use one of the services recruiters named Mary. They are paid by PRA not you. She was ... Read More