Archive · 1 Oct 2025
Philippines Offers Residency to Indians via Marriage or Retirement
The Philippines is making it easier for Indians to live there permanently.
There are two main ways: getting married to a Filipino citizen or, for retirees, a special visa.
The marriage option (13a visa) gives you the right to live and work there, and is available regardless of age.
The retirement visa (SRRV) needs a deposit of money, but it allows you to live there.
The 13a visa is the main path to permanent residency for younger people and does not require a deposit.
The process involves applications and fees to become a permanent resident.
The Philippines offers permanent residency options for Indians.
The main pathway is the 13a visa, obtained through marriage to a Filipino.
The 13a visa leads directly to permanent residency and allows work.
The Special Resident Retiree's Visa (SRRV) is for those over 50.
SRRV requires a deposit with the Philippine Retirement Authority.
- Who
- Indians seeking long-term stays abroad
- What
- The Philippines offering permanent residency.
- When
- Not explicitly stated, but ongoing.
- Where
- The Philippines
- Why
- To attract foreign residents.
- Main PR Pathway
- Marriage to a Filipino citizen (13a visa)
- SRRV Requirements
- Age 50+, deposit of USD 10,000 (with pension) or USD 20,000 (without)
- 13a Visa Benefits
- Permanent residency, right to work
- 13a Visa Costs
- PHP 10,000-12,000 (approx. Rs 15,000-18,000)