In a few months, I’m hoping end of April or May 2025, I will be navigating my visa situation in the Philippines after applying for the Special Resident Retiree’s Visa. Back when my tourist visa was nearing its end, I realized that submitting the SRRV application didn’t automatically let me stay beyond my current extension. […]
The Special Resident Retiree’s Visa (SRRV) is a special non-immigrant visa offered by the Philippine government through the Philippine Retirement Authority (PRA)
9(a) Temporary Visitor’s Visa: Your Entry to the Philippines (Plus How to Extend It) When I decided to test the waters for my move to the Philippines, the 9(a) Temporary Visitor’s Visa was my ticket in. It’s perfect for tourism, checking out retirement spots, or visiting someone special—up to 59 days to start, with options
About a year ago, at 61, I started dreaming of a quieter life beyond the grind. After decades in the IT field, I was ready to hang up my keyboard and retire at 62, leaning on my pension and some modest crypto gains. But America’s rising costs were eating away at my plans. I wanted
