Philippines — SRRV (Special Resident Retiree’s Visa)

Key requirements

We model the 50+ “Classic with pension” deposit (~$15k) as a baseline planning anchor. If you are 40–49 or do not have a pension, deposits can be materially higher.

• Minimum income (model)Not set in data
• SavingsOften ~$15,000+
• Accepted income typesPension, Savings only, Passive income
• Remote work allowedYes
• Local employment allowedNo
• Health insuranceNot flagged in model
• Criminal record checkUsually required
• Accommodation proofNot flagged in model
• Bank accountUsually required
• Processing (rough)Weeks to months (PRA processing)

Citizenship & nationality

SRRV is administered through the Philippine Retirement Authority (PRA) and uses a visa deposit structure that varies by option and applicant profile. In 2026, programme updates include a lower minimum age and revised deposit amounts for common categories.

• •Age eligibility can start at 40 for some options; older applicants typically have lower deposit thresholds than 40–49 applicants.
• •A widely cited “Classic” structure is $15,000 deposit (50+ with pension) or $30,000 (50+ without pension); 40–49 applicants may face higher deposits depending on option.
• •Applicants should expect medical and background-clearance steps; deposits are typically placed with an accredited Philippine bank under PRA guidance.
• •Treat SRRV as a structured residence product: rules and categories can change, so verify the current matrix before remitting funds.

Confirm the exact SRRV option, age band, and deposit with PRA or an accredited SRRV provider before sending money or booking medical clearances.

Best for

• •People planning longer stays and clearer residency footprints

Long-term path

• Permanent residence: Yes
• Citizenship: Limited / case-by-case

SRRV is commonly positioned as indefinite residence; long-term outcomes like citizenship remain separate legal tracks with their own requirements.

Practical difficulty

medium

Indicative only — depends on documents, timing, and policy updates.

Medium reflects structured deposit mechanics and document steps, but without the ultra-high capital levels of many investor visas.