13A Visa

Post new topic

Member since 18 July 2017

aceyducey56New member03 June 2018 10:33:35

My name is Terry. I am now currently living in the Ph on Mindanao Island.

Which government body do I need to talk with about applying for a 13A visa to live in the Philippines?

I have considered applying for a Retirement Visa with the Philippine Retirement Authority (PRA)

I am going to compare my options with a 13A visa and a Retirement Visa.

Thanks for any advice offered.

flex14 Serial expat

Member since 08 July 2014

flex14Serial expat03 June 2018 21:58:31

442

aceyducey56 wrote:
Which government body do I need to talk with about applying for a 13A visa to live in the Philippines?

Bureau of Immigration. Not sure of a branch in mindanao but if not, you could get the best help you need at their main branch in manila intramuros.

aceyducey56 New member

Member since 18 July 2017

aceyducey56New member04 June 2018 05:48:26

Thank you.

dirk.c. Active member

Member since 05 March 2018

dirk.c.Active member04 June 2018 09:50:50

i had my 13A at Davao BI.they were very helpful.only for the spouce letter we used a lawyer,the rest we did all ourselves
greets Dirk

Scott Gourlay Member

Member since 04 June 2018

Scott GourlayMember05 June 2018 05:41:59

You can do it all yourself. No need for a lawyer. you will need all the paperwork. I asked the Office here in Batangas if they could provide a copy of a letter for reference in writing our letter. If you are married the 13a is easy. but it takes an application which if approved will be provisional for 12 months when two months to go on that go to immigration and apply again lodge all the papers again and it should be approved

aceyducey56 New member

Member since 18 July 2017

aceyducey56New member08 June 2018 22:34:51

I have decided to lodge a Retirement Visa with the Philippines Retirement Authority (PRA) instead. Thanks for your help though. I was getting a comparison of both the 13a Visa and the Retirement Visa.

Once I get the Retirement Visa I won’t javr to pay any extra taxes every time I leave the Ph and travel overseas

Articles to help you in your expat project in the Philippines

Visas for the Philippines
If you're a foreign national intending to move to the Philippines, you can choose among different types of ...
Work visa for the Philippines
If you're a prospective expatriate looking to start a new career in the Philippines, understanding the visa ...
Obtaining a 13A visa
As my wife is Filipino I applied for a 13A non-quota immigration visa while we were living in the UK. I submitted ...
Lifestyle in the Philippines
About to move to the Philippines? Wondering how you're going to adapt to your new environment and lifestyle? ...
Getting married in the Philippines
Getting married in the Philippines provides a backdrop of immense beauty through stunning beaches, tropical ...
Dating in the Philippines
The beauty of the Philippines, with its dramatic modern and old Spanish architecture, plus the golden sands and ...
Obtaining a Philippines driving licence
Whether you are converting your existing foreign driving license or applying as a first-timer for a Philippines ...
Leisure activities in the Philippines
Consisting of more than 7,000 islands, the Philippines is a real treasure that you can explore during your stay ...