1 . WHAT IS THE SPECIAL RESIDENT RETIREE’S VISA (SRRV)?

It is a special non-immigrant visa issued by the Bureau of Immigration through the Philippine Retirement Authority (PRA). It is issued upon approval of application to foreigners and former Filipino citizens. It entitles the holder to multiple-entry privileges with the option to reside permanently in the Philippines.

2. WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS UNDER THE PROGRAM?

1.Option to Retire Permanently

• You may live, work and study in the Philippines

2. Multiple Entry Privileges

• You may travel outside the Philippines and re-enter anytime

3.   Exemptions from:

• Income tax over your pension and annuities;
• Exit and re-entry permits of the Bureau of Immigration;
• Annual registration requirement of the Bureau of Immigration; Customs Duties and
• Taxes with regard to the importation of household goods and personal effects up to US$7,000.00;
• Travel tax, if you stay in the Philippines is less than one year from the last entry date; and
• I-Card

You can apply online at www.pra.gov.ph

or if you are based in the Philippines, you may secure an application form and submit to:

29th Floor Citibank Tower
Valero corner Villar Streets,
Makati City, Philippines
Tel. No. (632) 848 1412

You may also visit the Philippine Retirement, Inc. office for assistance:

29th Floor Citibank Tower
Valero corner Villar Streets,
Makati City, Philippines
Tel. No. (632) 817 1090

Your investment may be used in :

• purchase of condominium unit/s
• long-term lease of house and lot or condominium unit
• construction of residence on a leased parcel of land
• purchase of proprietary membership in a golf and/or country club

You may inquire at the Philippine Retirement, Inc. at:

philippineretirement@yahoo.com.ph

Tel/Fax : (632) 817 1090