No Conversion - Tourist Visa to Temporary Resident Visa

Member since 09 October 2019

AwardaMember09 October 2019 10:27:21

Hi All. I have been here in the Philippines for 2 years, 8 months now. I have overstayed but paid necessary penalty and fees for that. I also had a motion for reconsideration during my last extension to allow me not to leave the country and just pay fines and fees and it was approved. I have married my Filipina wife five months ago and we are now processing application for Temporary Resident Visa (TRV). However upon evaluation, my visa implementation page says "No Conversion" so I am not qualified to convert to any other visas. The immigration officer said that the only way is to leave the country but unfortunately in my case this is not an option. Is there any way I can get TRV or any applicable visa and stay here in the Philippines with my wife? This is an urgent issue and hoping anyone can help or enlighten me on what to do for my case. Thank you!

supremejoseph Active member

Member since 21 September 2018

supremejosephActive member09 October 2019 22:03:45

This is the basic requirement for your TRV. If you have your marriage contract or certificate, you are qualified for TRV. no matter what is on your visa.

Awarda Member

Member since 09 October 2019

AwardaMember10 October 2019 06:01:48

Yes, I have the marriage certificate and all other requirements needed for TRV however due to the "No conversion" my wife and I cannot proceed with the application.

dpk.vicky New member

Member since 04 April 2020

dpk.vickyNew member28 April 2021 21:33:06

Hi
Just checking, did u got the trv visa?

ahmedwarda Member

Member since 17 October 2017

ahmedwardaMember30 April 2021 19:21:39

Yes I got it already

salarikristel23 Member

Member since 02 November 2021

salarikristel23Member06 May 2022 15:25:28

What did you do to get it?@ahmedwarda

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dadof3at1ce Active member

Member since 05 April 2021

dadof3at1ceActive member06 May 2022 22:37:15

What is the validity of TRV?

TRV is valid for a probationary period of one (1) year. Thereafter, it may be extended every two (2) years.

What are the benefits of a TRV holder?

A TRV holder can be employed in the Philippines, lease real property, own personal properties and qualify for Philippine Citizenship after having established residence for at least five (5) years.

Because your home country does not have a reciprocity agreement with the Philippines, you can not convert your TRV to a 13A.