Residence in the Philippines: The SRRV Retiree Visa
You want to live in the Philippines long term, and you want to know which route fits. The country has one deposit-based route, the Special Resident Retiree's Visa (SRRV) Classic, for people aged 40 or older. The deposit runs from USD 15,000 to USD 50,000.
Why the SRRV deposit needs a date on it
Older Philippine Retirement Authority documents show other deposits, and they are still online. We read each official page and date it, so you can see how current a figure is.
The route in brief
| Special Resident Retiree's Visa (SRRV) Classic | |
|---|---|
| Type | Income-based residence (a visa deposit) |
| Money | USD 15,000 or USD 25,000 with a pension, USD 30,000 or USD 50,000 without, by age |
| Key rule | Age 40 or older; the deposit covers you and two dependants, each extra dependant needs USD 15,000 |
| Page | Philippines SRRV |
The Philippines has other visas that this section does not cover; every route we list is checked on an official page.
Is the Philippines SRRV right for you?
An honest answer before you move funds.
| A good fit if | Consider another route if |
|---|---|
| You are 40 or older | You are under 40: the Classic option starts at 40 |
| You can place the deposit for your age and pension case | You want a route that asks you to run a business |
| You have a lifetime pension of at least USD 800 a month (single) if you choose the pension case | You have more than two dependants and do not want the extra deposit |
| You want a stay without a fixed end date | Your funds cannot be documented |
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What you need
You need to be 40 or older, place the visa deposit and, in the pension case, show a lifetime pension. The page also sets who counts as a dependant.
Full details, with the official source for each rule, are on the Philippines SRRV page.
What it costs, and what waiting costs
The deposit is the larger cost, and the fees sit on top. Set both against the cost of a wrong start: a deposit paid on the wrong case.
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Processing fee, principal | USD 1,500 |
| Processing fee, each joining dependant | USD 300 |
| Annual fee, principal and two dependants | USD 360 |
| Annual fee, each dependant beyond two | USD 100 |
Source: Philippine Retirement Authority SRRV page. Transfer costs, travel and professional fees are on top.
Status: what changed and when
Reviewed 22 October 2026. Sources: Philippine Retirement Authority SRRV page.
- Classic deposits: USD 15,000 to USD 50,000 on the current page
- Older figures: out of date and still online
- Revision date: none shown on the page
After you have the visa
You keep the visa by paying the annual fee and keeping the deposit. The page says the deposit may be used for investment purposes the programme allows.
Full details, with the official source for each rule, are on the Philippines SRRV page.
How the Philippines compares with other routes
These are the closest alternatives to the the Philippines route. The money column shows the lowest qualifying route, in the currency of each programme, so it does not move with exchange rates. Use the family cost calculator for your household.
| Programme | Money you need | Type | In one line |
|---|---|---|---|
| Philippines SRRV (this page) | USD 15,000 deposit with a qualifying pension; more without one | Income or retirement | The Special Resident Retiree's Visa (SRRV) Classic needs a deposit of USD 15,000 to USD 50,000, set by your age and by whether you have a pension. |
| Malaysia MM2H | USD 150,000 fixed deposit (Silver tier) plus a home of at least MYR 600,000 | Income or retirement | Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H) is a residence pass with four tiers, from a fixed deposit of USD 150,000 to USD 1,000,000, plus a home you buy. |
| Thailand Long-Term Resident Visa | USD 500,000 invested in Thailand and total assets of USD 1,000,000 | Investment | The Long-Term Resident (LTR) visa for Wealthy Global Citizens asks for USD 500,000 invested in Thailand and total assets of at least USD 1 million. |
| Indonesia Second Home Visa | IDR 2,000,000,000 in a personal bank account | Income or retirement | The Second Home Visa asks for proof of IDR 2 billion in funds, and the official eVisa page lists a stay of up to 5 years, extendable. |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Philippines route can I use?
This section covers the SRRV Classic, the retiree visa that the Philippine Retirement Authority grants to people aged 40 or older.
How much do I need to place?
A visa deposit of USD 15,000 to USD 50,000, set by your age and by whether you have a pension.
Who files my application?
We qualify your case and stay your point of contact. When your case is qualified, we bring in a local partner who files with the authority.
Can my family come with me?
Yes. A legally married spouse and unmarried children under 21 can be included. The deposit covers two dependants, and each one beyond two needs a further USD 15,000.
Do I need a pension?
Not always. A pension case has a lower deposit, and it needs proof of a lifetime pension of at least USD 800 a month (single) or USD 1,000 with dependants. Without a pension the deposit is USD 30,000 or USD 50,000.
Can I start under 50?
Yes, from age 40, with a higher deposit: USD 25,000 with a pension or USD 50,000 without.
Is the deposit refundable?
The official source says the deposit may be used for allowed investments. Your local partner sets out the refund rules before you commit.
Do you recommend investments?
No. We do not recommend or sell investments and we do not quote returns. We explain what the authority requires and bring in a local partner when your case is qualified.
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Last reviewed: 22 October 2026 · Last updated: 22 October 2026
